DDATA MATRIX CODE A proprietary dynamically variable 2D matrix code, which provides a visual representation of a machine executable electronic binary code.DEBOSSEDAn indent or cut in design or lettering of a surface.DELAMINATIONThe separation of a material into layers in a direction approximately parallel to the surface. The partial or complete separation of the layers of a [...]
CC1SAbbreviation for coated one side paper.CAD/CAM Computer Assisted Design/Computer Assisted Makeup or Manufacturing.CALENDER FINISHED A term applied to any paper with a surface glazed by means of a calender stack.CALIPERThe thickness of labels, usually measured in mils (one thousandth of an inch). A mil is sometimes called a “point.” A 10 mil tag might also [...]
BBACK PRINTING Refers to printing on the underside of a pressure sensitive substrate or laminate, i.e. on the adhesive or back of liner.BACK SPLIT The slit in the release liner that facilitates its removal by hand.BACKGROUNDThe area surrounding a printed symbol.BACKINGThe carrier sheet of material, as opposed to the face material, in a pressure sensitive lamination. [...]
AABRASION RESISTANCE The degree to which a label surface, including printing and protective coatings, is able to resist rubbing or wearing from friction. Also referred to as “rub” or “scuff” resistance.ABSORBENCYThat property of a porous material which causes it to consume liquids or vapors.ABSORPTIONWhen one substance penetrates into the mass of another.ACCELERATETo speed up the progress [...]
Growing up, I had what you could call a ‘formidable gap’ between my front teeth. So, when I was eleven years old, after delaying the inevitable as long as humanly possible, I paid my first visit to the orthodontist. And a few weeks later, my parents gifted me a mouthful of metal.Despite my pre-teen self’s fervent belief that I [...]
Amerimold is an annual tradeshow that addresses the business development, best practices and networking interests of the plastic injection mold manufacturing industry. Because manufacturing trends are constantly changing it's very important to keep up with the latest processes, techniques and applications, and Amerimold provides the opportunity to do so. Amerimold 2018 was held on June 13th and 14th in Novi, [...]
As a guy in my 30s, I’m not ashamed to admit: I love cooking and I like to smell good. But even with that said, I must confess: until recently, I was a total novice when it came to homemade soap and other DIY beauty products. However, after doing a little digging and exploring the approaches of a [...]
Parkway Plastics Regular Wall 33 mm - 1/2 oz Jars - Small Packaging for Every IndustryIf you’re a company looking for a replacement of your current container for your product, or simply looking for small-size packaging for house wares, look no further than Parkway Plastics! In this blog, we are featuring our Regular Wall 33mm 1/2oz jars in your choice [...]
According to Forbes magazine, in 2018 marijuana is the fastest growing industry in the US[1]. Full disclosure, I live in California, where the Gold Rush potential off legalized pot has long-since been unearthed. But recently, that momentum is spreading across the nation, moving into new and emerging markets at an impressive rate that’s only increasing. [2] At the moment that I’m writing [...]
We'd like to introduce the newest intern in Parkway Plastic’s Engineering Department, Chris Golm! At Parkway, he will be working in and with our tool room and engineering departments creating models for jar molds using SolidWorks, a computer aided design (CAD) and computer aided engineering (CAE) program used for creating 3D CAD images of our molds and [...]