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Key Ink Technologies for the Flexible Packaging Market

Solvent-based inks remain the mainstay, but water-based and energy-curable inks are gaining ground.

Flexible packaging is one of the fastest growth areas for packaging. In the US alone, the Flexible Packaging Association reports that sales were $31.1 billion in 2014, or 19% of the total packaging market in the US. With shrink sleeve, retort packaging, pouches and more on the upswing, ink manufacturers are very optimistic about the market.   One of the key aspects is the type of technology used. Solvent-based inks remain the most common, but energy curing and water-based inks have their uses....

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