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Davis-Standard Leverages Ongoing Market Growth with Lease Agreement
Local business leader Davis-Standard, LLC (www.davis-standard.com) has entered into a long-term lease agreement for the sale and lease-back of its facilities in Pawcatuck, Conn. and Fulton, N.Y. Under terms of the agreement with Spirit Realty Capital, Davis-Standard will retain control of both facilities through 2056. There will be no impact on employees or day-to-day operations.
“We are proactive in seeking ways to leverage market growth while maintaining our leading position in the extrusion and converting industries,” said Jim Murphy, Davis-Standard President and CEO. “The current real estate climate offers an opportunity to take advantage of a favorable market valuation to further invest in the business. This transaction will increase our financial flexibility by unlocking value in our facilities. We have explored this opportunity for some time, and after thorough review, are pleased to be working with partner Spirit Realty Capital.”
Murphy added, “Our ability to gain market share and also support a global customer base is dependent on a business model that balances long-term viability with fiscal responsibility. This agreement does just that while reinforcing our commitment to employees and the economic health of the Pawcatuck and Fulton communities.”
For more information, contact Michael Roe at mroe@davis-standard.com.
October 27, 2016
John Aagaard Joins Davis-Standard as Product Manager, Reclaim-Fiber
Davis-Standard, LLC is pleased to announce the appointment of John Aagaard to Product Manager, Reclaim-Fiber. In his new role, Aagaard will focus on sustainable business growth, offering sales support to both new and existing customers. Prior to joining Davis-Standard, he worked for American Maplan d.b.a. Battenfeld-Cincinnati-USA, as Project Sales Engineer in the packaging division. He also worked for Raytheon-Missile Systems as a Mechanical Designer & Project Engineer.
“John brings outstanding leadership experience to our team,” said Steve DeAngelis, Davis-Standard Vice President of Sheet and Foam Systems. “His knowledge and expertise will further enhance our continuing efforts to provide optimal customer care and service worldwide.”
Davis-Standard, LLC is pleased to announce the appointment of John Aagaard to Product Manager, Reclaim-Fiber. In his new role, Aagaard will focus on sustainable business growth, offering sales support to both new and existing customers. Prior to joining Davis-Standard, he worked for American Maplan d.b.a. Battenfeld-Cincinnati-USA, as Project Sales Engineer in the packaging division. He also worked for Raytheon-Missile Systems as a Mechanical Designer & Project Engineer.
“John brings outstanding leadership experience to our team,” said Steve DeAngelis, Davis-Standard Vice President of Sheet and Foam Systems. “His knowledge and expertise will further enhance our continuing efforts to provide optimal customer care and service worldwide.”October 11, 2016
Davis-Standard’s Global Converting Expertise at ICE China
The Global Advantage™ offered by Davis-Standard’s converting technology and support services will be promoted at ICE China, Booth #1A02, November 16th-18th. Davis-Standard is a respected market leader in processing equipment and services for extrusion coating, liquid coating, blown film and cast film, serving customers on every continent. At ICE, Davis-Standard will highlight new liquid coating technology and its line of cost-effective, high productivity processing systems for converting applications – the dsX™ series.
In liquid coating, Davis-Standard developed a new curtain slide coater and five-roll silicone coater. Both technologies are capable of high rates and ease of maintenance. The curtain slide coater applies single layer coatings at rates up to 2800 fpm (853 mpm) with expansion capabilities up to two additional layers. The five-roll silicone coater is capable of applying 100 percent silicone at rates up to 2400 fpm (732 mpm). This coater is constructed of stainless steel for ease of cleanup and includes a mist removal system. Davis-Standard offers more than 50 liquid coating methods including gravure, rod, slot die, reverse roll and smooth roll transfer, supporting applications in tapes and labels, silicone-coated products and specialty coating markets.
Davis-Standard’s dsX™ line of extrusion coating, cast film and blown film equipment offers processors advantages in price, performance and delivery. Each system is engineered for greater up-time, increased productivity and reduced waste, and is backed by Davis-Standard’s 24/7 global support network. The dsX flex-pack™ has been especially well received worldwide, offering converters and package printers a high-value option for expanding sales in the price-sensitive flexible packaging market. The dsX flex-pack’s adaptable machine configuration gives processors the capabilities and flexibility needed to ramp up and compete effectively for a variety of rapidly emerging application opportunities. Examples of applications include salted snack and noodle bags, toothpaste tubes, sachet packs, personal care products, condiment packs and stand-up pouches.
The dsX technology supports cast and blown film applications with the dsX s-tretch™ and dsX flex-film™ systems. The dsX s-tretch is the first cast film line of its kind featuring integrated pre-stretch capabilities as an alternative to traditional pre-stretching methods. Processors can take advantage of thinner films, higher line speeds, reduced waste and improved film strength. In blown film, the dsX flex-film is designed for applications in printing and laminating, flexible packaging, collation shrink and bag making, hood shrink and surface printing. Options for Davis-Standard’s industry-leading air ring and feedscrew designs are available, as well as different widths and die sizes to accommodate multiple products.
Regional service teams support converting equipment before, during and after the sale with timely delivery and installation, readily available spare parts and prompt customer service. This includes service and support for Davis-Standard’s line of control systems. Davis-Standard is the home to Circonix Technologies, which supports the ability to upgrade PLC, drive and mechanical systems on thousands of existing installations, including non Davis-Standard brands. For more information, visit www.davis-standard.com.
The Global Advantage™ offered by Davis-Standard’s converting technology and support services will be promoted at ICE China, Booth #1A02, November 16th-18th. Davis-Standard is a respected market leader in processing equipment and services for extrusion coating, liquid coating, blown film and cast film, serving customers on every continent. At ICE, Davis-Standard will highlight new liquid coating technology and its line of cost-effective, high productivity processing systems for converting applications – the dsX™ series.
In liquid coating, Davis-Standard developed a new curtain slide coater and five-roll silicone coater. Both technologies are capable of high rates and ease of maintenance. The curtain slide coater applies single layer coatings at rates up to 2800 fpm (853 mpm) with expansion capabilities up to two additional layers. The five-roll silicone coater is capable of applying 100 percent silicone at rates up to 2400 fpm (732 mpm). This coater is constructed of stainless steel for ease of cleanup and includes a mist removal system. Davis-Standard offers more than 50 liquid coating methods including gravure, rod, slot die, reverse roll and smooth roll transfer, supporting applications in tapes and labels, silicone-coated products and specialty coating markets.
Davis-Standard’s dsX™ line of extrusion coating, cast film and blown film equipment offers processors advantages in price, performance and delivery. Each system is engineered for greater up-time, increased productivity and reduced waste, and is backed by Davis-Standard’s 24/7 global support network. The dsX flex-pack™ has been especially well received worldwide, offering converters and package printers a high-value option for expanding sales in the price-sensitive flexible packaging market. The dsX flex-pack’s adaptable machine configuration gives processors the capabilities and flexibility needed to ramp up and compete effectively for a variety of rapidly emerging application opportunities. Examples of applications include salted snack and noodle bags, toothpaste tubes, sachet packs, personal care products, condiment packs and stand-up pouches.
The dsX technology supports cast and blown film applications with the dsX s-tretch™ and dsX flex-film™ systems. The dsX s-tretch is the first cast film line of its kind featuring integrated pre-stretch capabilities as an alternative to traditional pre-stretching methods. Processors can take advantage of thinner films, higher line speeds, reduced waste and improved film strength. In blown film, the dsX flex-film is designed for applications in printing and laminating, flexible packaging, collation shrink and bag making, hood shrink and surface printing. Options for Davis-Standard’s industry-leading air ring and feedscrew designs are available, as well as different widths and die sizes to accommodate multiple products.
Regional service teams support converting equipment before, during and after the sale with timely delivery and installation, readily available spare parts and prompt customer service. This includes service and support for Davis-Standard’s line of control systems. Davis-Standard is the home to Circonix Technologies, which supports the ability to upgrade PLC, drive and mechanical systems on thousands of existing installations, including non Davis-Standard brands. For more information, visit www.davis-standard.com.October 7, 2016
Davis-Standard Germany (ER-WE-PA GmbH) appoints Paul Knorsch as Aftermarket and Business Development Leader
Davis-Standard is pleased to announce that Paul Knorsch has joined the company as the Aftermarket Group and Business Development Leader at Davis-Standard’s German subsidiary, ER-WE-PA GmbH. In his new role, Mr. Knorsch will work closely with the Global Aftermarket Team to support Davis-Standard products, locations and initiatives worldwide. He will be based in Erkrath and report to Kai Möllendorf, ER-WE-PA’s Managing Director.
Mr. Knorsch will play an integral role in driving aftermarket growth and supporting customers. He will be dedicated to further enhancing the existing aftermarket offerings in spare parts management, retrofits and rebuilds, as well as control upgrades. In addition, Mr. Knorsch will promote the latest technology to demonstrate how Davis-Standard can improve customer’s existing extrusion lines. Mr. Knorsch has worked for decades with customers on specialized solutions around the world. His knowledge and expertise within the extrusion industry will be a great asset to Davis-Standard.
For more information about Davis-Standard’s capabilities in Germany, Europe or worldwide visit www.davis-standard.com.
Davis-Standard is pleased to announce that Paul Knorsch has joined the company as the Aftermarket Group and Business Development Leader at Davis-Standard’s German subsidiary, ER-WE-PA GmbH. In his new role, Mr. Knorsch will work closely with the Global Aftermarket Team to support Davis-Standard products, locations and initiatives worldwide. He will be based in Erkrath and report to Kai Möllendorf, ER-WE-PA’s Managing Director.
Mr. Knorsch will play an integral role in driving aftermarket growth and supporting customers. He will be dedicated to further enhancing the existing aftermarket offerings in spare parts management, retrofits and rebuilds, as well as control upgrades. In addition, Mr. Knorsch will promote the latest technology to demonstrate how Davis-Standard can improve customer’s existing extrusion lines. Mr. Knorsch has worked for decades with customers on specialized solutions around the world. His knowledge and expertise within the extrusion industry will be a great asset to Davis-Standard.
For more information about Davis-Standard’s capabilities in Germany, Europe or worldwide visit www.davis-standard.com.October 5, 2016
Davis-Standard’s dsX flex-pack™ Proves Valuable to Global Extrusion Coating Market
Davis-Standard’s dsX flex-pack™ line for extrusion coating continues to gain momentum among processors worldwide. Recent installations in Poland, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and China have proven the concept of this versatile machine with short installation and commissioning times. Since being introduced at K 2013, the line has been installed on nearly every continent, enabling processors to cost-effectively produce all types of flexible packaging.
“The market for flexible packaging continues to grow with an anticipated global growth rate of 4.4 percent through 2018,” explained Rick Keller, Davis-Standard’s Vice President of Extrusion Coating and Liquid Coating. “This is especially prevalent in China, Southeast Asia and India where the growth has been substantial. Demand for flexible packaging is expanding, and processors are seeking reliable equipment with a fast start-up that can adapt to changing demands. We anticipate sales to remain strong for this machine well into the coming years.”
“The line’s unique combination of Davis-Standard’s deep experience with an efficient footprint and low pricing, has convinced a new generation of customers to trust in our know-how,” noted Chris Barton, Vice President, Sales EMEA.
The dsX flex-pack has excelled in the areas of extruder performance, web handling, lamination bonding, unwind splice efficiency and consistent winding. It is available in 1200, 1350 and 1550mm widths and processors are able to regularly achieve speeds up to 450 mpm. Converters benefit from reduced variability and better end product quality, greater uptime and productivity, less waste and lower costs, and capabilities for a wide range of applications. The latest versions of the dsX flex-pack have been adapted to provide tandem extrusion coating capabilities, further expanding the machine’s relevance in the marketplace.
“The best part about this line in addition to the price and delivery, is the quality of the components,” said Keller. “The extruder is best in class; the web handling has the highest alignment standards in the industry; the unwind offers a double-direction lap splice at full speed; and the lamination bonding is second to none, maintaining polymer melt temperatures for quality adhesion and uniformity. This is all made possible by proven technology and electrical systems. We have certainly lived up to Davis-Standard’s excellent reputation for quality in offering a system such as this that addresses price and performance on a global scale.”
For more information about the dsX flex-pack, contact Rick Keller at rkeller@davis-standard.com.
Davis-Standard’s dsX flex-pack™ line for extrusion coating continues to gain momentum among processors worldwide. Recent installations in Poland, Turkey, Saudi Arabia and China have proven the concept of this versatile machine with short installation and commissioning times. Since being introduced at K 2013, the line has been installed on nearly every continent, enabling processors to cost-effectively produce all types of flexible packaging.
“The market for flexible packaging continues to grow with an anticipated global growth rate of 4.4 percent through 2018,” explained Rick Keller, Davis-Standard’s Vice President of Extrusion Coating and Liquid Coating. “This is especially prevalent in China, Southeast Asia and India where the growth has been substantial. Demand for flexible packaging is expanding, and processors are seeking reliable equipment with a fast start-up that can adapt to changing demands. We anticipate sales to remain strong for this machine well into the coming years.”
“The line’s unique combination of Davis-Standard’s deep experience with an efficient footprint and low pricing, has convinced a new generation of customers to trust in our know-how,” noted Chris Barton, Vice President, Sales EMEA.
The dsX flex-pack has excelled in the areas of extruder performance, web handling, lamination bonding, unwind splice efficiency and consistent winding. It is available in 1200, 1350 and 1550mm widths and processors are able to regularly achieve speeds up to 450 mpm. Converters benefit from reduced variability and better end product quality, greater uptime and productivity, less waste and lower costs, and capabilities for a wide range of applications. The latest versions of the dsX flex-pack have been adapted to provide tandem extrusion coating capabilities, further expanding the machine’s relevance in the marketplace.
“The best part about this line in addition to the price and delivery, is the quality of the components,” said Keller. “The extruder is best in class; the web handling has the highest alignment standards in the industry; the unwind offers a double-direction lap splice at full speed; and the lamination bonding is second to none, maintaining polymer melt temperatures for quality adhesion and uniformity. This is all made possible by proven technology and electrical systems. We have certainly lived up to Davis-Standard’s excellent reputation for quality in offering a system such as this that addresses price and performance on a global scale.”
For more information about the dsX flex-pack, contact Rick Keller at rkeller@davis-standard.com.September 27, 2016
Davis-Standard At International Elastomer Conference, Booth #706
Davis-Standard, LLC will promote the company’s full range of elastomer extrusion technology during the International Elastomer Conference, Booth #706, on October 11th-13th, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Davis-Standard will discuss its DSREV rubber extruder with a model 2000 crosshead and Uth rollex® 70 gear pump/strainer system with a two-roll feeder (TRF). Davis-Standard will also be there to discuss the recently installed technical cell with extrusion and straining equipment at its facility in Pawcatuck. The new technical cell supports processes ranging from hose, automotive seals and architectural gaskets to in-line straining and pressure stabilization applications.
“We always look forward to this show to discuss technical solutions for customers to improve their elastomer extrusion processes,” said Joe Wnuk, Vice President of Davis-Standard Elastomer and Profile Systems. “This includes increased output rates, lower extrudate temperatures, and options for fine mesh straining and vacuum venting.”
The DSREV extruder is Davis-Standard’s flagship design. It is a preconfigured machine with feedscrew and head zone direct injection temperature control units, a compact base, and simplified cooling and wiring systems. Other advantages include touch-screen controls, process data acquisition, and easily accessible machine components. The Model 2000 hydraulic crosshead reduces scrap and enables faster start-up times. The hydraulic actuation of the flow diverter/core tube enables quick tooling changes and simplified cleaning. All interior flow surfaces are coated with engineered formulations for better resistance and material flow.
When this technology is coupled with the Uth gear pump, processors are able to isolate high pressure and achieve pressure stabilization. The gear pump is equipped with a Uth two-roll feeder (TRF) to be used as a stand-alone device for fine mesh straining, or for cold feeding. Other gear pump advantages include improved filtration, reduced material retention time and a small footprint for easy integration into existing lines.
For more information prior to the show, contact Joe Wnuk at (860) 599-6309 or via e-mail at jwnuk@davis-standard.com.
September 20, 2016
Davis-Standard at Wire China 2016
Davis-Standard will feature its latest wire and cable technology during Wire China September 26-29, 2016, in Booth W1G07. As the leading trade fair of its kind in Asia, Wire China 2016 is an excellent venue for Davis-Standard to promote a new line of traversing and collapsible take-ups and pay-offs as well as capstan and extruder technology.
Davis-Standard’s take-ups and pay-offs integrate simplified engineering and cost efficiency. With a smaller overall footprint and excellent operator ergonomics, these machines have been well received since their introduction in early 2015. Machine sizes range from 1,250mm to 5,000mm (48 to 195 inches) with the greatest concentration within the 1,800mm to 2,500mm (70 to 98 inches) size range. For international customers, machines are equipped with a Siemens AC drive, PLC and HMI with a Mitsubishi servo drive. For North American customers, machines feature a Yaskawa A-1000 AC drive and Allen-Bradley/Rockwell components that include a servo drive, PLC (programmable logic controller) and HMI (human machine interface). Technology is available as “stand-alone” (running in torque control), with a dancer or with an accumulator.
Davis-Standard has also seen ongoing demand for its caterpillar capstan and HPE extruder technology. Davis-Standard supplies multi-pass, linear and belt wrap capstans for the full range of wire and cable applications. The HPE offers a compact design and is one of the industry’s most widely used extruders. It is known for a fast delivery and rugged design that is energy efficient and easy to maintain. Advantages for wire and cable applications include increased torque capacity for high viscosity resins and custom options.
The ability to address market demand in terms of performance and cost efficiency is just one aspect of Davis-Standard’s Global Advantage™ in wire and cable. Another is Davis-Standard’s unmatched experience in supplying extruders and associated wire and cable equipment for more than 70 years. Applications include aerial cable, building wire, coaxial and composite cable, video pair cable, tray cable, CATV, THHN and THWN wire, among others. For more information, visit www.davis-standard.com.
Davis-Standard will feature its latest wire and cable technology during Wire China September 26-29, 2016, in Booth W1G07. As the leading trade fair of its kind in Asia, Wire China 2016 is an excellent venue for Davis-Standard to promote a new line of traversing and collapsible take-ups and pay-offs as well as capstan and extruder technology.
Davis-Standard’s take-ups and pay-offs integrate simplified engineering and cost efficiency. With a smaller overall footprint and excellent operator ergonomics, these machines have been well received since their introduction in early 2015. Machine sizes range from 1,250mm to 5,000mm (48 to 195 inches) with the greatest concentration within the 1,800mm to 2,500mm (70 to 98 inches) size range. For international customers, machines are equipped with a Siemens AC drive, PLC and HMI with a Mitsubishi servo drive. For North American customers, machines feature a Yaskawa A-1000 AC drive and Allen-Bradley/Rockwell components that include a servo drive, PLC (programmable logic controller) and HMI (human machine interface). Technology is available as “stand-alone” (running in torque control), with a dancer or with an accumulator.
Davis-Standard has also seen ongoing demand for its caterpillar capstan and HPE extruder technology. Davis-Standard supplies multi-pass, linear and belt wrap capstans for the full range of wire and cable applications. The HPE offers a compact design and is one of the industry’s most widely used extruders. It is known for a fast delivery and rugged design that is energy efficient and easy to maintain. Advantages for wire and cable applications include increased torque capacity for high viscosity resins and custom options.
The ability to address market demand in terms of performance and cost efficiency is just one aspect of Davis-Standard’s Global Advantage™ in wire and cable. Another is Davis-Standard’s unmatched experience in supplying extruders and associated wire and cable equipment for more than 70 years. Applications include aerial cable, building wire, coaxial and composite cable, video pair cable, tray cable, CATV, THHN and THWN wire, among others. For more information, visit www.davis-standard.com.September 20, 2016
C-P Flexible Packaging Adds Third Davis-Standard Flexible Packaging Line
North American food packaging leader, C-P Flexible Packaging, recently added a third Davis-Standard line to support its growing chip and snack food packaging business. The 1.5-meter (60 inch) high-speed coextrusion system, installed earlier this year, features five-layer coextrusion from three extruders for adhesion, barrier and package performance in anti-zippering enhancements. Davis-Standard provided product development and testing at its New York facility, as well as a dry run of the complete line prior to shipment.
“We appreciate that Davis-Standard has the capabilities to support every step of the process including barrier and package technology as our business needs have evolved,” said Greg Collins, Vice President of Engineering & Graphics at C-P Flexible Packaging.
Technical advantages include line speeds up to 520 MPM (1700 FPM), splicing tail length control, splice tracking for roll to roll operation, proportional corona treatment control, differential direct and reverse gravure priming, automatic web temperature control out of the drying oven, automatic CD and MD profile control and automated die lip heaters.
The line’s proprietary corona treatment, selection of primer coatings, acid copolymers and die lip heaters, enable consistent high-speed adhesion and product quality. Efficiency features such as a new Davis-Standard patented barrel heating system, insulated feed pipes and die, SQF compliance design, shaftless unwind and winder, auto core chuck inflation, a sleeve change system on the primer coater, motorized deckles, an auxiliary lay-on roll on the winder, automated CD and MD profile control, and a shaftless winder with an auxiliary lay-on roll, also enhance performance.
Operator-friendly control via a Davis-Standard Integrator SCADA system regulates gravimetric blending, processing rates, and layer proportioning to the desired coating weight. The SCADA system also provides alarm, recipe and trend capabilities.
“C-P Flexible Packaging is dedicated to bringing the best possible market solutions to our customers,” added Collins. “The production efficiencies and superb performance of the new Davis-Standard line, along with our other two Davis-Standard lines, are an integral part of our ability to deliver innovative packaging solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner.”
For more information about the innovative packaging options manufactured by C-P Flexible Packaging, visit www.cpconverters.com. For more information about Davis-Standard’s flexible packaging equipment, contact Robert Moeller at rmoeller@davis-standard.com.
September 16, 2016
PT Kencar Grows Southeast Asia Business with Davis-Standard Cast Film Technology
Indonesian film producer PT Kencar Sukses Investama is expanding its presence in the Southeast Asian film market by adding two more Davis-Standard cast film machines to their facility in Sidoarjo, Indonesia. This brings their total to four Davis-Standard machines in just over five years. Kencar has introduced several innovative food-packaging films to the region, accounting for a rapid growth rate and strong customer base. Kencar was the first company in Southeast Asia to introduce five-layer CPP films, and with the additional Davis-Standard machines, will become the first with six-layer capabilities. This will enable Kencar to support markets for high barrier CPP as well as CPE films that offer better thickness uniformity and clarity than comparable blown films.
According to Kencar president Eddy Soelayman, “The Southeast Asia flexible packaging market is growing at more than eight percent per year and Kencar has outpaced that growth by more than 50 percent. We see a transition in the CPP market from commodity to high-performance films that have superior barrier, metal adhesion, gloss and heat seal properties.” He added, “We are currently producing five-layer CPP films with heat seal properties like CPE with excellent gloss and metal adhesion. With the new machines we can take that a step further by producing CPP films with unique barrier properties that allow converters to down gauge and reduce conversion steps to save cost.”
The Davis-Standard cast film machines, slated for installation in January 2017 will be higher speed versions of the original two. Both machines will feature next-generation DSBÒ barrier screws to handle Kencar’s diverse range of materials and film applications. Feedblock and die technology will accommodate up to seven distinct layers in a structure. The “ironing” roll will be included on the winder for consistent roll conformity. Kencar appreciates Davis-Standard’s proven technology, which produces films with higher surface treatment retention, better metal adhesion and improved oxygen and water vapor barrier properties, all critical in flexible packaging.
“Davis-Standard has been excellent in providing creative solutions for the unique films we continue to introduce to the market,” added Soeleyman. “They have a good understanding of polymer processing and know how to transform our vision into final products.”
For more information, about Kencar, visit www.ptkencar.com. For more information about Davis-Standard’s cast film technology, contact Steve Post at spost@davis-standard.com.
Indonesian film producer PT Kencar Sukses Investama is expanding its presence in the Southeast Asian film market by adding two more Davis-Standard cast film machines to their facility in Sidoarjo, Indonesia. This brings their total to four Davis-Standard machines in just over five years. Kencar has introduced several innovative food-packaging films to the region, accounting for a rapid growth rate and strong customer base. Kencar was the first company in Southeast Asia to introduce five-layer CPP films, and with the additional Davis-Standard machines, will become the first with six-layer capabilities. This will enable Kencar to support markets for high barrier CPP as well as CPE films that offer better thickness uniformity and clarity than comparable blown films.
According to Kencar president Eddy Soelayman, “The Southeast Asia flexible packaging market is growing at more than eight percent per year and Kencar has outpaced that growth by more than 50 percent. We see a transition in the CPP market from commodity to high-performance films that have superior barrier, metal adhesion, gloss and heat seal properties.” He added, “We are currently producing five-layer CPP films with heat seal properties like CPE with excellent gloss and metal adhesion. With the new machines we can take that a step further by producing CPP films with unique barrier properties that allow converters to down gauge and reduce conversion steps to save cost.”
The Davis-Standard cast film machines, slated for installation in January 2017 will be higher speed versions of the original two. Both machines will feature next-generation DSBÒ barrier screws to handle Kencar’s diverse range of materials and film applications. Feedblock and die technology will accommodate up to seven distinct layers in a structure. The “ironing” roll will be included on the winder for consistent roll conformity. Kencar appreciates Davis-Standard’s proven technology, which produces films with higher surface treatment retention, better metal adhesion and improved oxygen and water vapor barrier properties, all critical in flexible packaging.
“Davis-Standard has been excellent in providing creative solutions for the unique films we continue to introduce to the market,” added Soeleyman. “They have a good understanding of polymer processing and know how to transform our vision into final products.”
For more information, about Kencar, visit www.ptkencar.com. For more information about Davis-Standard’s cast film technology, contact Steve Post at spost@davis-standard.com.September 13, 2016
Congressman Joe Courtney Visits Davis-Standard’s Pawcatuck Facility
Davis-Standard welcomed Joe Courtney, U.S. Congressman for Connecticut’s Second District, on Friday, August 19, at its headquarters in Pawcatuck. Congressman Courtney and Congressional staff member Taijah Anderson visited the site to learn more about Davis-Standard’s technology, economic impact on the region, and the upcoming expansion of the Pawcatuck facility. Davis-Standard’s president and CEO, Jim Murphy and other Davis-Standard leadership provided an overview and tour of Davis-Standard, offering insight into the company’s impressive global growth, plant specifics and diverse equipment portfolio.
“Davis-Standard has an impressive operation and it was an honor to tour the facility in Pawcatuck,” said Congressman Courtney. “The cleanliness of the machining floor, advanced manufacturing practices and employee engagement is really something to behold.” He continued, “We’re very proud of Davis-Standard and the strong economic boost they continue to provide to southeastern Connecticut.”
Murphy added, “We enjoyed Congressman Courtney’s visit and appreciate his support of the manufacturing industry. Last year, Congress enacted an R&D tax credit this has been beneficial in helping us further our technological advancements. We also appreciate the Congressman’s support of the Pawcatuck expansion, which will house manufacturing capabilities for our growing blown film business.”
Davis-Standard is adding 15,000 square feet of manufacturing space and over 30 jobs in the next two years to its Pawcatuck headquarters, which currently employs over 400 people. The addition, slated for completion later this fall, will house the manufacturing and precision machining of advanced multi-layer blown film dies. It also enables Davis-Standard to move all blown film manufacturing for its Gloucester Engineering product line from Gloucester, Massachusetts, to Pawcatuck.
Davis-Standard has operated in Southeast Connecticut since 1848 and is one of the oldest and largest employers in the Southeast Connecticut/Southwest Rhode Island region. The expansion of the Pawcatuck site reinforces the company’s commitment to the local region. Through its long-standing position as a market leader, it is considered the “Center for Excellence” for Connecticut’s extrusion technology sector. In addition to the Pawcatuck facility, Davis-Standard has manufacturing facilities and subsidiaries in the U.S., Europe and Asia.
For more information about the expansion, contact Carli Guigli at (860) 599-1010.
Davis-Standard welcomed Joe Courtney, U.S. Congressman for Connecticut’s Second District, on Friday, August 19, at its headquarters in Pawcatuck. Congressman Courtney and Congressional staff member Taijah Anderson visited the site to learn more about Davis-Standard’s technology, economic impact on the region, and the upcoming expansion of the Pawcatuck facility. Davis-Standard’s president and CEO, Jim Murphy and other Davis-Standard leadership provided an overview and tour of Davis-Standard, offering insight into the company’s impressive global growth, plant specifics and diverse equipment portfolio.
“Davis-Standard has an impressive operation and it was an honor to tour the facility in Pawcatuck,” said Congressman Courtney. “The cleanliness of the machining floor, advanced manufacturing practices and employee engagement is really something to behold.” He continued, “We’re very proud of Davis-Standard and the strong economic boost they continue to provide to southeastern Connecticut.”
Murphy added, “We enjoyed Congressman Courtney’s visit and appreciate his support of the manufacturing industry. Last year, Congress enacted an R&D tax credit this has been beneficial in helping us further our technological advancements. We also appreciate the Congressman’s support of the Pawcatuck expansion, which will house manufacturing capabilities for our growing blown film business.”
Davis-Standard is adding 15,000 square feet of manufacturing space and over 30 jobs in the next two years to its Pawcatuck headquarters, which currently employs over 400 people. The addition, slated for completion later this fall, will house the manufacturing and precision machining of advanced multi-layer blown film dies. It also enables Davis-Standard to move all blown film manufacturing for its Gloucester Engineering product line from Gloucester, Massachusetts, to Pawcatuck.
Davis-Standard has operated in Southeast Connecticut since 1848 and is one of the oldest and largest employers in the Southeast Connecticut/Southwest Rhode Island region. The expansion of the Pawcatuck site reinforces the company’s commitment to the local region. Through its long-standing position as a market leader, it is considered the “Center for Excellence” for Connecticut’s extrusion technology sector. In addition to the Pawcatuck facility, Davis-Standard has manufacturing facilities and subsidiaries in the U.S., Europe and Asia.
For more information about the expansion, contact Carli Guigli at (860) 599-1010.September 7, 2016
Davis-Standard to Host Seminar on Basics of Plastics Extrusion
2016, September 1
Davis-Standard, LLC will host its popular workshop on “The Basics of Plastics Extrusion,” October 4th & 5th, 2016 at its headquarters in Pawcatuck, Conn. The comprehensive two-day class will cover the fundamentals of plastics extrusion, as well as the composition and properties of various polymers and the mechanics of essential downstream processes. Seminar topics include extruder components, temperature control, maintenance and screw design.
In addition to instruction, course participants will tour Davis-Standard’s Technology Center and manufacturing facilities, and will have access to polymer process engineers and technical specialists. The fee is $750 per person with a 10 percent discount given for groups of three or more. Course books and materials are included and class size is limited to promote student/teacher interaction.
For enrollment or more information about Davis-Standard’s seminar, contact Debbie Crowley at dcrowley@davis-standard.com.
September 1, 2016
Davis-Standard’s High-Speed Foil and Film Unwind at K 2016
Davis-Standard will exhibit a high-speed unwind during K 2016 that is engineered for splice speeds up to 800 meters per minute (2,600 fpm) for sensitive, thin webs. This unwind features pneumatic splice-unit control for improved processing and functionality. It is uniquely engineered for extrusion coating applications involving aluminum foil and PE films.
The two-position, shaftless, phantom-axis turret design offers several advantages:
Davis-Standard will exhibit a high-speed unwind during K 2016 that is engineered for splice speeds up to 800 meters per minute (2,600 fpm) for sensitive, thin webs. This unwind features pneumatic splice-unit control for improved processing and functionality. It is uniquely engineered for extrusion coating applications involving aluminum foil and PE films.
The two-position, shaftless, phantom-axis turret design offers several advantages:
- Driven idler rolls on the turret
- Direct spindle drive using a timing belt without backlash
- Cross-cut knives on the turret between two driven idler rolls
- Lightweight carbon fiber knife holder
- Inverter controlled turret drive
- Precision turret control with an absolute encoder
- Continual gap mode between the bumper roller and reel during the unwinding process
- Automatic air inflation for pneumatic chucks with pressure control
- Tension control via a long-stroke dancer roll
- Ultrasonic sensor measurement for the incoming roll diameter
- Automatic edge guide control
August 29, 2016