For polymer films, soft and durable surfaces are not always available. But it is now possible. Global film manufacturer Flex Films-Uflex has developed an innovative biaxially oriented polyester at its factory in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, USA ( BOPET) film, which has a unique velvety smooth surface, combines excellent scratch resistance, heat resistance and abrasion resistance. This material satisfies the needs of the flexible substrate market. In addition, the material's The surface is self-healing and wearable, and its durability is excellent.
When talking about the new soft BOPET film, Dr. Steven J. Sargeant, Technical Director of Flex Films (USA) said: 'When we scratch the surface of the film, it will not leave traces. The soft touch is through a solid surface coating, and The combination of a proprietary inlay anchor coating on the base polyester film. This combination gives it unique self-healing properties, toughness and durability as well as a soft texture. It effectively increases the output of the converter because they produce less waste. , High customer popularity or other related issues.
Mr. Vijay Yadav, Business Director of Flex Films (USA) explained the characteristics of the film in detail. He said: 'The film has excellent tactility. In addition to the soft surface with heat and water resistance, the film also has excellent wear resistance. Sex and ultra-low gloss (5-8 gloss units) as well as the sturdiness of commercial matt surface films. All polymer films are more viscous. This adhesion is called 'blocking'. For soft film In terms of terms, this does not need to worry at all. Through the combination of basic film and off-line coating design, we are able to avoid clogging and increase the durability of the flexible film during high-speed processing. This can also increase the yield. This film is better than the market Some low-quality films are thinner. This also reduces the material cost of branded end packages.
When talking about the value characteristics of new products, Mr. Anantshree Chaturvedi, vice chairman and chief executive officer of Flex Films International, said: “The film meets many conditions of the US Food and Drug Administration. It is widely used in luxury brand packaging, decorative packaging. , labels, print banners, high-end stationery products, etc. F-STF films exhibit low gloss, excellent transparency and excellent mattness. This means that the film can be reverse-printed through the converter, retaining its richness. Deep graphics. The surface remains soft and luxurious but still sturdy enough to withstand the stringent requirements of the entire value chain. The expected CGAR of the tactile product is 12-15%, which is considered to be the fastest growing segment in the US soft pack. It is an exciting opportunity that Flex Films is pursuing.
Uflex Limited Chairman and Managing Director Ashok Chaturvedi shared his opinion on FLEXPETTM F-STF film: “This is a classic case of value engineering. My engineers solved the soft surface and good tensile strength of BOPET film. The problems that exist make it a product of both. This is one of the many ways to continuously increase business value for our global customers.'