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Avery Dennison to Acquire Smartrac’s RFID Inlay Business

Headquartered in Amsterdam, Smartrac has manufacturing facilities in Germany, Malaysia, China, and the U.S.

December 2, 2019

Avery Dennison Corp. recently announced a definitive agreement to acquire Smartrac’s Transponder (RFID Inlay) division for the purchase price of €225 million (approximately $248 million), subject to certain closing and post-closing adjustments.

PPG Label Stock Used in Combination with OKI Data Printing Systems Receives BS 5609 Section 3 Certification

The certification indicates that PPG Teslin-based labels printed with these systems will remain intact and legible when used on chemical drums and other packaging for hazardous materials shipped by sea.

November 29, 2019

PPG recently announced that PPG TESLIN label stock used in combination with the OKI Data C844dnw, C911dn, C931dn, C942dn, and Pro1050 printing systems has achieved British Maritime Standard 5609 (BS 5609) Section 3 certification.

Acucote removable pressure sensitive adhesives

ACUCOTE: Pressure-Sensitive Removable Adhesives

Included in the portfolio are adhesives that meet FDA 175.105 regulations and are California Proposition 65 compliant.

November 21, 2019

Acucote has expanded its portfolio with nine new removable pressure-sensitive adhesives, bringing its total portfolio to 18 removable adhesives.

SCHREINER MEDIPHARM: Tamper-Evident Label Solution for Prefilled Syringes

According to Schreiner MediPharm, its Cap-Lock solution features the combination of a cap adapter and a label that firmly seals prefilled syringes and reliably indicates any first opening.

October 29, 2019

A new tamper-evident security concept for luer-lock syringes has been developed by Schreiner MediPharm.

AVERY DENNISON: Label Adhesive Technology for Rough Surfaces

Surfas adhesive technology was reportedly developed for ultimate strength and bond when labeling rough substrates.

October 22, 2019

Avery Dennison introduced its new Surfas technology at the recent Labelexpo Europe.

Berry Global and Digimarc to Promote Innovation in Recycling with HolyGrail 2.0 Initiative

Digimarc Barcode is a technique to “tag” plastic substrates or print materials (e.g., shrink sleeve, IML label, or paper label) with an identity that could include attributes such as plastic type, product manufacturer, product SKU, and food or non-food usage.

October 21, 2019

Berry Global Group, Inc. recently announced its participation in the new recycling initiative, HolyGrail 2.0.

Winners of 16th Label Industry Global Awards Announced at Labelexpo Europe

The Label Industry Global Awards reportedly recognize the most innovative, influential, and successful work from the label and package printing industry across the globe in the last 12 months.

October 7, 2019

Avery Dennison, Esko, and GMG were among the category winners honored at this year’s Label Industry Global Awards, which took place on September 24 at Brussels Expo, Belgium, the first night of Labelexpo Europe 2019.

Top 5 News that Sticks

Kraton’s Bio-Based Offerings at China Adhesive 2019 Draw Most Reader Interest

Readers last week showed the most interest in news from Kraton regarding its product offerings at the China Adhesive event.

Susan Sutton

September 30, 2019

How does your company address demand for bio-based materials? I’d love to hear about it! Please contact me at suttons@bnpmedia.com or (248) 786-1704.

Dow Unveils Pressure-Sensitive Solutions for Paper and Film Label Applications at Labelexpo Europe

Dow reports that the new offering expands its portfolio for pressure-sensitive label applications with solutions that address key market trends.

September 30, 2019

At the recent Labelexpo Europe 2019, Dow introduced a range of new SYL-OFF silicone release coatings and INVISU acrylic adhesives designed for paper and film label applications.

Optimizing 5S with Durable Surface-Safe Labels

Signage or identification labels that easily adapt to change can streamline the 5S continuous improvement process.

Tina Huff

September 26, 2019

For facility operations managers, launching a 5S lean manufacturing program can reduce waste and optimize productivity through better workplace organization.