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Read about how advances in technologies such as conventional plates and platemaking, computer-to-plate, color management, proofing and workflow software are contributing to quality improvements in package printing.

Market research, trends and analysis of the the packaging industry broken out by sector, including corrugated, flexible packaging, folding cartons (paperboard) and tags and labels (from pressure-sensitive, cut-and-stack and glue-applied, to the growing use of film labeling and shrink films).

Updates on developments related to the processes and equipment used to convert printed substrates (paper, film and paperboard) into usable packaging materials, including folders and gluers, material handling devices and slitters and rewinders.

Coverage of all press technologies, including flexographic, gravure, offset, letterpress, screen and digital printing; press accessories such as surface treating, static control and web cleaning, tension and registration, drying and curing, guiding, and inspection; and materials, including water-based, solvent-based, ultraviolet and electron beam inks, coatings, adhesives and pressroom chemicals.

First-hand accounts and how-to information intended to help packaging executives tackle today's business issues, keep up with market trends and employ the latest tool in areas such as general business management, brand protection and security, management information systems (MIS), RFID and printed electronics, sustainability and employee training and education.