The BOPA films market will see opportunities in packaging, automotive, construction and electrical. Drivers include increasing demand for flexible packaging due to the growth in food & pharmaceuticals and superior mechanical strength, higher transparency, chemical resistance and excellent gas barrier properties.
After 47 years with the company, Rick Clendenning has stepped aside from his role as president of INX International Ink Co., allowing John Hrdlick to succeed him at the end of 2018.
NOVA Chemicals Corporation has entered into branded distribution agreements with M. Holland Company and Osterman & Company to distribute butene linear low density polyethylene in Mexico, building on the success both companies have established with NOVA Chemicals in the U.S. and Canada.
PTI has promoted Craig Robinson to vice president of business development and innovation. He joined PTI in 2017 and has more than 30 years of experience in industries including packaging, orthopedic products and medical devices.
A new ultrasonic pouch sealing system by Sonics features a seal pattern that nearly doubles seal strength on retort pouches. Focusing on sealant compression and rate of evacuation, the technology reduces film stress and increases seal strength by keeping greater quantities of sealant in the bond area.
Withim Sales Corporation will be showcasing products and technologies from nine different industry leaders in booths 10-12 April 18 at Converters Expo in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
Harper Corporation of America will be exhibiting at Converters Expo (April 18; Green Bay, Wisconsin) to showcase and discuss its testing and prototyping equipment, and its latest offerings in flexo printing and packaging.