Ind  Editor’s Note


Welcome to the December/January issue of Converter.


I don’t think that anyone is in doubt that energy efficiency is vitally important now. We talk a lot about energy saving and efficiencies in terms of environmental issues but the reality is that many don’t, won’t or can’t take such ideals into account in their daily lives or businesses. Energy price hikes, however, are set to hit everyone both personally and professionally where it hurts most – in the wallet, and that is a strong motivator to take a long, hard look at what can be done to either lower energy usage or get more out of it. In this issue we look at Sustainable Converting and shine a light of some Labelling Solutions. Other features within these pages include Film & Foil and Finishing Equipment as well as Slitting & Rewinding. I hope that you find it informative and interesting.


Lynn Sencicle Editor


lsencicle@datateam.co.uk


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