Vying to Add Value

Spear's acquired knowledge of screen over the years has helped it make the process more affordable for larger customers with longer runs, by running faster, at speeds to 250 fpm, and wider, to 20".

Gravure: the cost gap narrows

Chalk it up to gravure that Avery Dennison Decorating Technologies Division has graduated from printing basic labels for plastic containers to printing labels for glass containers. "It is through gravure that we are able to print layers and lacquers that allow the label to survive the rigors of glass fill lines," relates Alison Riley, marketing representative.