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Cohesive Cold Seal Film features biodegradable design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 07 May 2008 07:37:08 -0500

Available in clear, tinted, and co-ex film types, Biodegradable Cohesive Film creates secure, weather-resistant and tamper-evident packages. Product if formulated to biodegrade in months when buried or discarded in landfills, breaking down into mineral and organic compounds and leaving no toxic residue. Supplied in rolls from 3-80 in. wide and up to 5,000 ft long, film ranges from 2-5 mil thick and is suited for packaging soft goods, hardware, shoes, CDs, and DVDs.

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Shrinkwrapper offers pack pattern flexibility.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 07:39:38 -0500

Designed for mini-brick and small round containers, TSi Shrinkwrapper offers flexibility on printed or clear film and is capable of inserting promotional leaflets. Stainless steel design and patented 45Â° infeed eliminates lane diverter use for non-accumulable products. Shrinkwrapping machine has compact footprint for accessibility to film rolls and provides product elevation at ergonomic levels.

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Food Films are suited for extreme temperature ranges.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 07:32:48 -0500

Apex 9000 VF (Vertical Film) series combines heat resistance and sealability for food packaging and processing foods, liquids, and powders while maintaining shelf life. Available in 5 standard films with 3 to 6 mil gauge, films feature flavor and aroma barriers, which are required to maintain organoleptic properties of spices, dry mixes, and flavorings, and suit frozen storage to reheating in boiling water applications.

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Packaging Film targets cut-size paper market.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 07:40:59 -0500

Featuring transparent design, Propaream(TM) T710EO enables brand differentiation and identification of paper color, while providing maximum visual impact on retailers' shelves. Tear lines applied along length of packs let users quickly open reams of paper and help ensure reams are rapidly fed into larger model photo-copying machines. In addition to transit protection, film prevents moisture ingress and eliminates potential risks of contamination.

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Dry Film Photoresist Material suits semiconductor packaging.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 07:46:26 -0500

Available in 50, 75, 100, and 120 micron thicknesses, WBR 2000 Series dry film photoresist material is suited for multi-purpose use, including in-via and mushroom plating, photo stenciling, and copper pillar metallization. It does not require drying of solvents, can be applied in single uniform layer across entire wafer with no edge bead, and features high heat resistance, chemical compatibility, and easy removal.

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Film is designed for high-speed chub packaging.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 18 Dec 2007 07:37:11 -0500

CryovacÂ® BSC 6000 is designed for retail chub packaging of ground meats such as fresh pork sausage or ground beef. It creates flap-less seal, enabling graphics to be printed around entire package and preventing freezing agents from settling beneath flap. Flap-less seal also prevents obscuring of print on package and stays clean from contamination sources. Film comes in white or opaque, and can be printed in up to 10 colors.

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Packaging Film is biodegradable and compostable.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 07:40:54 -0500

Naturally opaque Apex 3000 SF (Sustainable Film) series is made from proprietary blend of polylactic acid, a renewable resource. It meets ASTM D 6400 standard certifying it as biodegradable and compostable and is FDA compliant for food contact. Structure seals to itself, making it suitable for vertical form-fill-seal applications. Film can be extruded in one- to multiple layers depending on application, colorants can be added, and it can be printed via rotogravure or flexography.

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Wrapping Material protects against corrosion.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 07:40:49 -0500

INTERCEPTÂ® Protective Wrap neutralizes and removes corrosive elements inside package to protect sensitive or high-value components during shipment or for up to 20 years of storage in normal warehouse conditions. Safe for disposal as non-hazardous material or recyclable as re-usable plastic material, chemical-free and odorless solution does not use VCIs or other banned substances. It comes in pre-sized, zip-closure bags; large gusseted tote-bin size bags; stretch film; and flat stock.

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Packaging Film protects high value items from scratching.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 07:42:45 -0500

Designed for packaging products with high gloss finishes or surfaces that are sensitive to scratching or abrasion, NSCR film contains no anti-block additives. Low density polyethylene film features embossing technique and non-abrasive properties. Available in AutobagÂ® bags-on-a-roll configurations and compatible with all Automated Packaging Systems bagging equipment, product is suited for eyewear, jewelry, and electronics applications.

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Films suit bulk food and liquid packaging applications.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 07:45:11 -0500

Including over wraps, high-impact frozen food films, and bulk liquid packaging films, line of engineered films reduce flavor and aroma transfer to ensure that products are kept fresh during distribution. Performance packaging films can be used for dry and liquid products used in food service industry and wholesale retailer market including: soup, syrups for fountain drinks and juices, marinated products, sauces and toppings applications as well as fresh produce.

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Polyester Film acts as oxygen and moisture barrier.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 07:46:09 -0500

Resistant to scuffing and abrasion, Barrialox 1011EG-C1 is printable and transparent and suited for food, healthcare, and industrial packaging applications. Aluminum oxide-coated polyester film exhibits thermal and dimensional stability and withstands Gelbo flex test, which crushes and twists film to test resistance to pinholing and flex-cracking. Film can be used for adhesive or extrusion laminations as well as for regular and standup pouches, pillows, packets, and overwrap.

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Anti-Corrosion Wrap has environmentally friendly design.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 13 Mar 2007 07:43:26 -0500

Meeting multiple Federal Government Green Purchasing requirements, INTERCEPTÂ® SPS shrink film, stretch film, flat stock, and bags protect products from corrosion and deterioration during shipment and long-term storage. HDPE film, infused with metallic copper particles and activated carbon, proactively neutralizes and removes corrosive elements in air around product while also killing any acid-producing bacteria, mold, or fungus. It has no chemical content and produces no fumes.

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Vacuum Sealable Packaging provides corrosion protection.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 07:37:36 -0500

Providing long-term vapor corrosion protection for sealed parts and products, ClearCorr VpCI(TM) Barrier Laminate Film consists of LDPE film with vapor phase corrosion inhibitors laminated to polyester film. Water vapor and O2 transmission rates are less than 0.001 gÂ²/100 inÂ² per day. Packaging provides high degree of puncture and tear resistance, and with transparent design, parts can be identified and inspected throughout preservation period.

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Packaging Films are designed for military use.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 30 Nov 2006 07:53:05 -0500

Conforming to MIL-DTL-117H as Type II, Class C, Styles 1 or 2 and MIL-PRF-121G, Type 1, opaque MLT1 and clear MLT2 heat-sealable, 9-layer, coextruded films have low moisture vapor transfer rate and oxygen transfer Rate. Both materials are 4 mil thick and support printing and imprinting directly on bag. They are available as Autobag bag-on-a-roll materials and feature sealant layer that facilitates sealing on Autobag packaging systems.

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Masterbatch controls fogging in food packaging film.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 20 Nov 2006 07:52:39 -0500

Meeting food contact regulations, HYDROCLEAR 2 controls formation of water droplets in packaging using films made of oriented polypropylene and cast polypropylene. Cold fog testing on 30 Âµm multilayer extruded film containing 5% HYDROCLEAR 2 found that anti-fog agent prevents droplet formation within 15 min after package is placed in refrigerator at 4Â°C. Anti-fog agent also has hot-fog properties, preventing droplet formation in fresh-food packages containing hot food.

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Packaging Film protects ultra-sensitive electronics.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Tue, 07 Nov 2006 07:48:02 -0500

Polyester-based Eco-CorrÂ® ESD is suitable for shrouds, sheeting, and bags used for storage or transit protection of electronics. While in use, film continuously emits protective vapor of VpCI corrosion inhibitors that actively saturate air, providing clean, multi-metal corrosion protection. In less than 0.2 sec, product dissipates static, preventing damage to electronics. Film biodegrades 100% into carbon dioxide and water within 6 months of commercial composting disposal.

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Load Containment System offers stability with ventilation.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Fri, 30 Jun 2006 08:06:55 -0500

Consisting of ScotchÂ® Stretchable Tape and 3M(TM) ST1000 Stretchable Tape Wrapper, Stretchable Tape Load Containment System helps prevent loads from tipping, vibrating, and shifting. Tape is automatically stretched and wrapped in selected pattern, even around bottom of pallet when necessary to prevent lateral shifting of load. Providing 40 lb/in. tensile strength at 650% stretch, tape facilitates ventilation, preventing corrugated degradation from condensation.

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Edible-Ingredient Film targets food processing industry.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Mon, 03 Apr 2006 10:35:41 -0500

Made from FDA-approved ingredients, F-100 Edible-Ingredient Film is designed for unit-dose packaging of dry ingredients used in mixing and batching operations within food processing industry. Film is made from edible cellulose polymers, dissolves completely in cold water, and can be converted into bags or wrappers on most conventional packaging machines. Industrial applications include packaging colorants/dyes, enzymes, vitamin fortifiers, conditioners, and yeasts.

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Shrink Film features natural UV blocking capability.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Thu, 23 Mar 2006 07:03:45 -0500

Embrace High Yield shrink film creates white opaque micro-voided film when stretched. Specific gravity below 1.0 g/cc facilitates separation of labels in PET recycling stream. Film adheres to contoured containers and maintains shrink curve at onset temperature. Suitable for light sensitive products like dairy and prefilled beverages, product offers printability and design flexibility.

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Stretch Wrappers are available with RFID.

info@productnews.com (ThomasNet Industrial Newsroom) — Wed, 25 Jan 2006 07:10:33 -0500

Wireless radio frequency identification reader system (RFID) is offered on semi-automatic and automatic stretch wrapping machines. Reader is attached to film feeding unit to increase reliability of signal capture as pallet load rotates. System is capable of wrapping up to 100 loads/hr and reader automatically stops when strecth wrapper stops.

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