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Packaging and protecting the planet
17 December, 2013
Henry Steedman considers the pros and cons of the UK packaging and converting industry’s position in an ever-more environmentally conscious world.

Curing the drying problem
17 December, 2013
There is a wealth of drying and curing technology on the market for the packaging converter to choose from. Cost and efficiency varies significantly, so knowing what solution is best for you is imperative.

A fast track to success?
12 December, 2013
Slitting and rewinding technology is advancing at a rapid pace. Competition in this field is fierce and, as a result, packaging converters have a greater choice than ever

Ink innovations
29 October, 2013
Packaging Inks can fulfil a number of demands from increasing a product’s visibility to ensuring it is fit for purpose to hold the items within. There are also a number of issues packaging converters must consider when investing in inks.

Last Word - Mike Fairley
29 October, 2013
Following the success of the latest edition of Labelexpo Europe, Mike Fairley, on behalf of FINAT, looks at how label printing technology has changed over the years and considers the press investment decisions label converters face today.

Advances for flexibles drive growth
29 October, 2013
New laminating formulations and coating technologies, particularly nano-coatings, are delivering significant advances in product shelf-life extension. Andrew Manly takes a packager’s view of recent developments.

Packed out with success
29 October, 2013
This year’s Packaging Innovations London show closed on 2 October with record-breaking exhibitor and visitor numbers for the fourth year running.

Labelexpo Europe success points up industry optimism
29 October, 2013
Last month’s Labelexpo Europe 2013 show was the largest in the long running event’s history, attracting 31,795 visitors (up 11% on 2011) from 158 countries (up from 123 in 2011) and just under 600 exhibitors (550 in 2011).

A flexible approach to growth
29 October, 2013
Technological developments, sustainability drives and a migration from rigid packaging are resulting in significant growth in the flexible packaging arena, finds Tim Sheahan.

Plastics go on parade
25 September, 2013
Some 3,100 exhibitors – machinery manufacturers, raw material producers and processors from around the world – will present their latest developments at this year’s K, the plastics and rubber industry’s leading trade show

Making a good impression
25 September, 2013
Increasing customer demands mean that packaging in 2013 needs to work even harder than ever to promote the product within. Brand-owners want faster routes to market but at the same time, require more complex packaging designs, finds Tim Sheahan

Inspecting the market
25 September, 2013
In the midst of a challenging economic climate, many packaging converters have placed investment in web inspection equipment at the top of their agendas, to boost effi ciencies and ensure consistency in production, finds Tim Sheahan

Last Word - Mark Williamson
24 September, 2013
Mark Williamson, director of corporate market development at Stemmer Imaging, suggests a new approach to web inspection applications using the latest developments in image sensors as a “viable and cost-effective alternative” to line scan cameras

Largest-ever label show - part 2
24 September, 2013
The world’s number one label and narrow web industry event is now only days away. Here are some more ‘must-see’ exhibits to look out for at the show in Brussels

Countdown to a digital packaging revolution
07 August, 2013
While digital print remains a niche part of the global packaging market, communication and purchasing trends are changing, thanks to evolving consumer demands and the ability to leverage new web-based technologies. Neil Falconer, director at consultancy firm PrintFuture, finds that on-demand business models are driving new possibilities for digital print in marketing collateral, POS and packaging.

Viewpoint - Lars Scheidweiler
06 August, 2013
Lars Scheidweiler, product group manager for Rigid Packaging at Sappi Fine Paper Europe, talks to Converting Today about packaging design and the skilled use of finishing techniques – “when packaging seduces the senses”

Largest-ever label show – part 1
06 August, 2013
Labelexpo Europe 2013 - being staged at the Brussels Expo from 24-27 September – is set to be the largest in the event’s 33-year history. Here is the first course of our two-part appetiser for the show; more will follow in the September issue

Converting the masses
06 August, 2013
September’s CPP Expo, which is co-located with Print 13 in Chicago, is set to pack in more content than ever before, with more than 500 exhibitors and a fully-fledged conference programme awaiting visitors

Sticking to your guns
25 June, 2013
The adhesives segment of the packaging sector is something of an unsung hero. An integral part of the wider packaging mix, adhesives need to balance form and functionality while adhering to stringent environmental guidelines and requirements. Tim Sheahan looks at some of the latest developments

Pressing the point
25 June, 2013
Investment in heavy machinery such as offset printing technology often comes with an equally hefty pricetag. With digital printing presses predicted to take an increasing share of the market from the established offset sector, manufacturers are under more pressure than ever to demonstrate the pulling power of offset, and what it has tooffer over digital and other rivaltechnologies