Closing the Loop

Even within traditional wide-web markets printers have had mixed results with sleeves. In response, consumable suppliers have focused on developing new products to improve the process. Comments Brett Scherrman, worldwide marketing manager for sleeve manufacturer Rotec North America, "Sticky back suppliers have formulated new tapes with better adhesion properties for sleeves. And sleeve suppliers are improving their material selection and their ability to grind surfaces more accurately. Both are critical to achieving the excellent results."