Contents Cover Story July/August 2018


Five reasons you need a closed-loop vision system on your converting line


Be inspired. Move forward. INSIDE THIS MONTH


 API delivers plastic-free shelf appeal  Flexible packaging with instant OPV curing  Top marks to Herma standard self-adhesives


Closed-loop vision systems are an exceptional way to increase your production efficiency. However, too many converters buy them because somebody sold it to them on the basis of what the system can do, whether it was needed or not. To help you determine if a system is the right fit for you, we review some of the top benefits for a closed-loop vision system


In this issue...


5 News The members of the British Coatings Federation’s celebrate its 25th anniversary


6New Era Converting incorporates Vetaphone technology


10 Coating & Laminating Controlling and containing filmic process variables


12 Increasing number of brands turn to API to deliver plastic-free shelf appeal


16 Labelling Solutions New opportunities in labelling 20 More than just a label


22 Drying, Curing & UV ePac flexible packaging with instant OPV curing


24 Beyond the bond: Four considerations when choosing adhesive solutions


28 Adhesive Applications Top marks to Herma standard self-adhesives


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