With projections for continued growth in film usage and RFID labeling, static control will get lots of well-deserved attention.

By Tom Polischuk

Perry—There is certainly significant interest in the flexographic, narrow-press industry (label printing) with all of the excitement generated by the potential that RFID applications offer. The low susceptibility levels that the electronic circuits have to electrostatic discharge (ESD) make this an important market for static control. Quality demands placed on flexo printers today have also increased the need for web cleaners as well, as printers struggle to balance productivity and profitability. The prospect of printed electronic circuits for RFID applications would have a similar impact on wide-web and sheet print applications.