Electron Beam USA

Digital print for packaging has gotten a lot of attention of late, and for good reason. Digital printing allows short runs, quick turnarounds, and customizable prints. Despite the many advantages of digital printing, research from a Dutch company shows that wide-web flexo is still the best solution.  Located in the heart of the Netherlands' flower region, the family-run Dutch company was faced with a decision. Their market was shifting, demanding newer lamination and printing techniques, and they needed to decide the future of their press. The Van Kesteren brothers who run the company had seen many other printing firms switching over to digital and were tempted to do the same. Digital does have its benefits, including: • No die cuts or print plates needed • Small runs are easy • High print quality and speedy turnaround However, Van Kesteren's weren't completely convinced that they should leave their current system. They first calculated the cost of job...

When you add electron beam crosslinking  to VSP skin you enhance the package as a whole and make it an even more attractive option for retailers and consumers. Benefits include: 1. Shrink Ability EB crosslinking on skin packaging improves the overall "shrink ability" of the skin. This allows it to shrink closer to the product and eliminate more oxygen, guaranteeing a final product that lasts a long time on the shelf. 2. Heat Resistance Heatproof packaging is a necessity for some items, like chocolate, poultry, dairy, and other perishable products.  EB crosslinking upgrades a product's heat resistance and enables the product to maintain its unspoiled state for a long time when exposed to warmer temperatures. 3. Puncture Resistance By the time a product reaches the shelves of a supermarket, it's been through the supply chain, transported on multiple trucks, and passed between stockers at the local store. Puncture resistance is a key trait to e...