PolyIC, BASF, Evonik, Elantas Beck and Siemens form PE
Alliance.(fresh INK)
PolyIC, BASF, Evonik Industries, Elantas Beck and Siemens have
announced the launch of a new German Federal Ministry of Education and
Research (BMBF)-sponsored alliance project called MaDriX to . . .
Print Suppliers Group adds Bowers Ink, Primary Colors, Strategic
Ink Solutions.(fresh INK)
With its impact in the printing industry growing steadily, the
Print Suppliers Group (PSG) has announced the addition of three new
members. Reflecting the increasing need for modest-sized ink . . .
Siegwerk CEO Herbert Forker elected Chairman of EuPIA.(fresh
INK)
Siegwerk CEO Herbert Forker has taken over the chairmanship of the
European Printing Ink Association (EuPIA). During the
organization's annual conference in Prague, EuPIA council members
elected . . .
PPG Industries acquires NanoProducts Corporation.(fresh
INK)
PPG Industries has acquired the assets and intellectual property of
NanoProducts Corporation, Longmont, CO, a producer of nanoproduct
materials and a developer of nanoproduct technology. Terms were . . .
XSYS Print Solutions changes name to Flint Group Narrow
Web.(fresh INK)
XSYS Print Solutions, a division of Flint Group, changed its name
to Flint Group Narrow Web as of March 1, 2008. The name change is the
last in a long series of re-branding exercises for the . . .
Upcoming shows offer numerous opportunities to showcase
abilities.(Editor's Desk)
The past few years have been extremely challenging for the ink
industry, its customers and suppliers, as higher raw material prices,
increased competition, new technologies and consolidation . . .
Quantum Ink emphasizes importance of quality, service.(ink,
INC.)(Company overview)
In recent years, it seems as if price has become the major factor
when printers select an ink. However, there are plenty of printers who
value quality and service equally important, if not more so, . . .
SPX completes acquisition of APV.(Industry NEWS)
SPX Corporation has completed the acquisition of APV, a global
manufacturer of process equipment and engineered solutions primarily for
the sanitary market.
"The acquisition of APV greatly . . .
Goldschmidt transitioning the brand names of Tego products to
Reaxis.(Industry NEWS)
Goldschmidt Industrial Chemical Corp. will be transitioning the
brand names of its Tego products to Reaxis, to align with its enhanced
company identity. These changes will not affect the quality . . .
Cognis opens liaison office in India.(Industry NEWS)
Cognis has opened a liaison office in Mumbai, India. The office
will be responsible for strengthening relationships with existing
customers, identifying and initiating new business opportunities . . .
Wacker finalizes acquisition of Polymer JV.(Industry
NEWS)
Wacker Chemie AG has successfully concluded its acquisition of full
ownership of Air Products Polymers (APP) and Wacker Polymer Systems
(WPS), its two joint ventures with Air Products and . . .
NPCA, FSCT sign agreement to merge.(Industry NEWS)
The National Paint & Coatings Association (NPCA) and the
Federation of Societies for Coatings Technology (FSCT) have signed a
Memorandum of Agreement, which outlines the details of a . . .
Shamrock Technologies names Robert Baillie vp of
marketing.(inkies)
Shamrock Technologies, Inc., a leading manufacturer and supplier of
additive products, has announced the appointment of Richard Baillie to
the newly created position of vice president of marketing. . . .
Ron and Katherine Harper provide major grant to FFTA
'TEST' program.(inkies)
The Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association (FFTA) has
received a major endowment from Ron and Katherine Harper, long-time
supporters of flexo education. The grant, bestowed over the . . .
D.H. Litter Company names Joseph Sheehy account
manager.(inkies)
D.H. Litter Company, Inc. has named Joseph R. Sheehy as account
manager. He will be responsible for sales and new business development
primarily for upstate New York, western Connecticut, and . . .
Michelman strengthens c-suite with hiring of Alan Blake as new
CFO.(inkies)
Michelman has strengthened its executive leadership team, hiring
Alan Blake as the company's new CFO and vice president, finance.
Mr. Blake will assume responsibility for all aspects of the finance . . .
Calendar 2008.(Conference news)(Calendar)
MARCH
March 10-12-National Environmental Health & Safety Conference,
Indianapolis, IN. For more info: FFTA/NEHS. More info: Flexographic
Technical Association, (631) 737-6020; web: . . .
Dynamic surface tension of digital UV curable inks.
The printing industry has seen huge strides in development of UV
curable digital inks. (1) Ink properties crucial for good performance
include low viscosity, optimum surface tension, nanometer . . .
Superior Printing Ink's Sal Moscuzza receives NAPIM's
Printing Ink Pioneer Award.
From his earliest days in the ink industry 47 years ago, Salvatore
Moscuzza always was searching for new opportunities to learn.
"I always wanted more to do," Mr. Moscuzza said.
Mr. Moscuzza . . .
The flexo ink market.
Flexo ink manufacturers reported that 2007 was a good year, as the
industry enjoyed continued growth in packaging.
"The flexo market did well in 2007," said Michael
Impastato, vice president . . .
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