Extrusion International 6-2024-USA

58 Extrusion International 6/2024 CORONA TREATMENT – CASE STUDY Most of all, we feel that Vetaphone technology is the best value for money on the market,” commented Andy Lester, Operations Director. Tech Folien’s production plant in Speke has five Alpine extruders, varying in size from 1000 to 2000 mm width in lay-flat terms. Most production these days is LD film like PP with little demand for HD films anymore. Known for its specialist approach to niche products, Tech Folien has an extensive knowledge of modifiers and additives that allows it to develop films for specific applications in today’s sophisticated and demanding markets. Segments served include self-adhesive laminators, silicone coaters, food contact and packaging films, narrow web labels and tags, graphics, automative construction and mail-order and security work. Andy Lester explained: “If you need a film with distinctive or special features or are searching for a partner with whom you can develop new markets Tech Folien is well set up. In partnership with our coating and con- verting group companies we can provide a solution, not only for a base film, but also for a distinctive sur- face requirement and any print technique.” With an eye on the future of packaging in the envi- ronment, Tech Folien is actively researching recyclable alternatives to laminates and PPs, with pressure from the retail sector and end consumers accelerating the drive. Committed to developing new films that meet the criteria of these projects, the company has devel- oped Satinex HLS2 to replace direct thermal paper/PP laminates with a fully recyclable alternative for fruit net labels and is working on various forms of new food and hygiene packaging. In all this research and development, the precise controllability of Vetaphone corona technology will play a vital role and Dave Churm is delighted with the performance of the corona system on the new ex- truder. “It’s their wealth of knowledge and expertise that you buy into with Vetaphone technology, which is ideal when you are looking to research and develop new products – they make the perfect partner.” Vetaphone A/S www.vetaphone.com Tech Folien Ltd. www.techfolien.co.uk