Where Materials and Minds Meet

Deamer believes cold seal's growth has stalled in the past year, and that the application is facing overcapacity. More measurable momentum can be found, he says, behind in-line (and off-line) solvent-free lamination, which has grown not only due to its environmental benefits, but its ability to eliminate solvent costs and dryer energy costs. Early problems with ink and adhesive compatibility have been overcome, and the latest generation of solvent-free adhesives has improved performance.