Flint Group Shines Spotlight On UV LED Curing Flint Group has introduced a new whitepaper that closely examines UV LED curing and the role of dual cure inks. The whitepaper, tailored to assist printers and converters in transitioning from traditional mercu- ry-based UV curing to UV LED systems, explores the rapid growth of LED curing technology and its impact on the narrow web printing sector. The whitepaper focuses on how sustainability, ef- ficiency, and performance can work together. The whitepaper touches key aspects, including: • Energy Efficiency and Beyond : Explaining how UV LED curing can optimize power consumption and reduce costs. • Eco-Friendly Advantages : Exploring the envi- ronmental benefits of transitioning from traditional mercury-based UV curing to future-proof UV LED systems. • Longevity and Cost Savings : Discussing how the lifespan of UV LED units can enhance efficiency and minimize waste, ultimately saving money. • EkoCure : A sneak peek into the EkoCure Dual Cure ink range from Flint Group. The whitepaper is available for download at: https://www.flintgrp.com/en/divisions/pack- aging-narrow-web/narrow-web/narrow-web-re- source-hub/ . AWA Announces Label & Release Liner Seminar AWA Alexander Watson Associates has announced the forthcoming AWA Label & Release Liner Indus- try Seminar, scheduled to take place on December 4, 2023, in Shanghai, China, co-located with La- belexpo Asia. The event will offer an opportunity for industry stakeholders to gain insights into the pressure-sensitive Label and Release Liner market. Industry experts will lead panel discussions and provide presentations, offering attendees an under- standing of the PS label market, release liners, and the latest advancements in related technologies. Pressure-sensitive label market presently consti- tutes almost 50 percent of the total production and usage of Release Liners. While Paper Liners contin- ue to dominate, the rapid growth of Film Liners is shaping new avenues across the value chain. The seminar will also highlight the emerging attention toward pressure-sensitive laminates, particular- ly Release Liners, driven by concerns about waste management and elevated material costs.
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