By Seunghoon Lee, Ph.D., senior researcher, Korea Institute of Materials Science (KIMS) Editor’s Note: This technical paper is based on a presentation at the 2019 AIMCAL R2R Conference Asia, held in Daejeon, South Korea, in May 2019. Abstract We introduced ion-beam web treatments for the fabrication of polymer films with a nanostructured surface. A linear ion-beam … [Read more...] about Self-organized nanostructures on polymer substrates using R2R linear ion-beam processes
2020 Quarter 3
Designing extrusion dies to optimize battery-separator film
By Patrick Meinen, global product line mgr., Nordson Extrusion Dies Industries LLC Introduction Beyond today’s widespread use in consumer electronics, lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries are expected to grow rapidly in automotive and energy-storage applications. These uses pose great challenges because of stringent requirements for efficient and reliable battery performance. … [Read more...] about Designing extrusion dies to optimize battery-separator film
Choosing the best label paper for the application: C1S or C2S?
By Pixelle Specialty Solutions Abstract Today, more and more label printers are faced with this question from their brand-owner customers. Paper labels are produced customarily using coated one-side (C1S) label paper, yet questions often arise when coated two-side (C2S) papers are explored as a label-paper alternative. This may be due to a number of reasons, including … [Read more...] about Choosing the best label paper for the application: C1S or C2S?
Developing verified solutions for compostable, paper-based foodservice packaging
By Emily Williams, global growth platform leader-Circular Economy, Michelman Editor’s Note: This technical paper is based on a presentation at Specialty Papers US 2019, held in Milwaukee, WI, and organized by Smithers. Abstract As we look to innovate a more sustainable future for our planet through development of packaging that fulfills the vision of a Circular … [Read more...] about Developing verified solutions for compostable, paper-based foodservice packaging
Pre-metered fluid flow analysis with computational methods
By Mark Miller, CEO, Coating Tech Slot Dies LLC Introduction As the world of solution web coating has advanced, so has the design and manufacturing of the equipment. In the world of pre-metered coating, slot-die technology has progressed rapidly since its early years because of computer simulation. The ability to take the rheological-fluid characteristics and the process … [Read more...] about Pre-metered fluid flow analysis with computational methods