Glue Dots International is showcasing its adhesives, hand-held applicators and semi-automated benchtop dispensers at PACK EXPO 2017, Sept. 25-27, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV.

Hosted by the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC), this prestigious conference taking place Oct. 2-4 at the New Orleans Marriott, brings together industry leaders and experts to discuss and learn about the latest innovations and creative applications for polyurethane.

Mactac® Performance Adhesives Group has launched the first products in its revolutionary all-temperature CHILL AT™ product line.

Adhesives have a big job and must meet packager, retailer and consumer needs. Those that fail can lead to product loss, shipping issues, equipment slow-downs and consumer complaints.

Graco Advanced Fluid Dispense (AFD), a world leader in fluid handling products and systems, announces the new InvisiPac® Feed System, an ideal solution for overcoming problems associated with overall adhesive feed reliability and reducing the stickiness and glue clumping that can result in downtime and reduced production. 

It’s no surprise that labels today are designed to do more than just stick around and inform buyers of what’s inside. They are designed to offer more opportunity for engagement, design elements, and also practical traits like light-blocking and water-resistant materials.

Shurtape Technologies LLC, an industry-leading producer of pressure-sensitive tapes, announces the acquisition of Syntac Coated Products LLC, a designer and manufacturer of specialty adhesive coated products.

Advancements in films – for nearly all types of packaging – continue to prove we are only touching the surface of these dominant materials. Nowadays, consumers as well as retailers pay more attention to packaging that keeps products safe, including films, when making their purchasing decision.