Q: Please explain coating onto flexible film substrates in a few steps. Separately, please explain the typical steps of laminating a flexible film substrate. (If they go hand-in-hand, please explain the tie-in.)
An industry coalition has asked for SEC clarification that “chemical compounds” derived from tin, tantalum, and tungsten not fall within the definition of “conflict minerals” under the 2010 “Conflict Minerals” Rule.
Leading up to PRINT 13 and co-located CPP EXPO show where our industry will convene this fall, it’s the ideal time to consider the changing dynamics facing those in the packaging supply chain.
An understanding of the regulatory systems that apply to printing inks used on food packages is necessary not only for companies that manufacture these inks, but also for food producers, manufacturers of packaging materials, and converters.