May / June 2007

Features:



Label Inspection


The tools that help improve color, shape, type and overall precision come in many variations, and the technology continually improves.
By Michelle Sartor


Continuous Improvement


Lean Manufacturing and other continuous improvement methods have been in place at many converting plants for up to a few years. Here’s a progress report.
By Jack Kenny


Narrow Web Profile: Labelgraphics


Scottish entrepreneur Alex Mulvenny has built one of the most enviable label converting operations in the UK over the last 24 years. He plans to hand the baton to his sons this year, but will still have a role in helping make major strategic decisions.
By Katy Wight


Pharmaceutical Labeling


Tough regulations, high standards and utmost quality set drug labels — and their converters — apart from the rest.
By Michelle Sartor


Release Liners


These vital components of the pressure sensitive laminate are steadily evolving in a marketplace that is changing through competition.
By Jack Kenny


Web Exclusive: India Label Summit


A fast growing label market in a strong domestic economy is pursuing avenues to ease participation in the global marketplace.
By John Penhallow


Departments:



Narrow Web Europe


Inkjet/film development opens up printed memories
By Barry Hunt

Minding My Own Business


Atmospheric Pressures or, Culture Does Matter
By Elisha Tropper

Letters from the Earth


Waste or by-product?
By Calvin Frost

Art Direction


Process control for narrow web flexo
By Patrick J. O’Brien

Field Report


Cleaning up, naturally
By Larry Arway

The Blogsmith


My three favorite blogs
By Peter Renton