How to Prevent Unwinding Roll Static?

PFFC Online offers a great article answering the question "How can you prevent unwinding roll static?"

The article says you can help alleviate many static problems by doing two things:

• One-"Do a quick "static check" on the roll to see if it is "hot"
• Two-Monitor the static on the unwinding film to verify that your incoming material meets your specifications

The article goes through more of the specifics in detail about ways to further prevent static problems. The read the article in its entirety, visit PFFC Online.

Converters Playing a Role in Product Security

Product authenticity and security are not new issues to manufacturers. However, technology is creating ways the converter and other suppliers can help combat this problem.

You might not realize what kind of security measures are actually in a product's packaging today. From inks that change colors when removed to holograms only a micrograph can see, it is no secret counterfeiters are up against a wide array of security features.

The recent issue of the Paper, Film and Foil Converter had an interesting section describing the various ways manufacturers are attempting to secure their brands and products, as well as the ways converters, flexographic printers and suppliers can help.

The article suggests several methods of printing, coating and other approaches that a converter can take. To read the entire July Issue of PFFC, visit their site online.