Diamond Marks 100th Anniversary with Purchase of Second Custom-Configured Speedmaster XL 105 UV Press

Just in time for its 2011 centennial celebration, Diamond Packaging recently announced the installation of its second state-of-the-art, 8-color Heidelberg Speedmaster XL 105 in a special double coating configuration with initial flexo dispersion coater, four modular deliveries, and full interdeck UV capability.

The company, which acquired its first Speedmaster XL 105 LYY-8+LYYL one year ago in a bid to attract additional package decorating business, has seen the market for complex, high-end work with inline finishing and specialty coatings take off over the past 12 months, as customers learned that Diamond had gained the capability to perform an impressive range of high-gloss applications with dispersion or other coatings, in addition to metallic, pearlescent and other special effects.

“Although we had not anticipated purchasing another state-of-the art Speedmaster XL 105 12 months ago, we found we needed a second machine to keep up with customer demand, which has far exceeded our expectations,” said Diamond Packaging's President and co-owner Kirsten Werner, who further acknowledged Heidelberg's help in getting the new press installed within an “unprecedented” five months of purchase. “With the new press already in full production, and customers aware of our exciting new capabilities, Diamond is well-positioned to handle an expected influx of high-volume work during our upcoming busy summer season.”

“Our customers continue to require more innovative and sustainable packaging solutions, along with faster turnaround and greater flexibility,” said Karla Fichter, CEO and co-owner of Diamond Packaging. “Our investment in the latest technology allows us to meet the needs of our customers and further differentiate ourselves from the competition.” ›› more

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When it comes to eye-catching packaging, Gillette leads the market. They continued the trend by working closely with Diamond to achieve a metallized effect on the packaging for the launch of their premium Gillette Fusion® ProGlide™ shaving system.

Procter & Gamble understands the role that packaging plays in their “First Moment of Truth" (FMOT) initiative, which considers in-store brand perception. The packaging for Gillette’s Fusion® ProGlide™ shaving system still needed to deliver the “wow” factor but do so sustainably and without the use of metalized lamination, added costs, or increased lead times.

As a natural evolution of Diamond’s greenbox initiative, the company applied its tradition of innovation to green packaging design. Diamond’s new Green Chic™ packaging delivers “Beauty without Compromise” by capturing the essence of high profile brands while communicating an environmentally-friendly image and awareness. Diamond demonstrated its Green Chic™ model in the Fusion® ProGlide™ packaging through the use of more sustainable converting methods, including the inline application of MiraFoil® metallic coating and Cast and Cure holographic effects. ›› more

CPSIA and its Implications for Finishers - part 1
by FSEA

As the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) continues to make its way through various legislative hurdles, questions continue to arise regarding lead and phthalate testing and its applicability to finishing operations. Not all finishers are clear as to the testing requirements and the manner in which the requirements will affect their business.

Lead and phthalate testing and certification requirements were to be enforced as of February 10, 2010. However, after feedback from the printing community as well as other regulated industries, stays have been granted by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), extending the deadline for testing and certification requirements to December 31, 2011. Manufacturers, however, have been required to meet the lead and phthalates limits since the Act took effect on February 14, 2009.

What is CPSIA?

In August 2008, the U.S. Congress established safety standards for children’s products – including books and items that may be considered toys – under the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act. ›› more

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