Ahlstrom to launch release paper at Labelexpo

Ahlstrom, a global materials company, will launch Acti-V, a new generation of release papers for silicone coating, at Labelexpo Europe 2011.

Acti-V is a new patented release paper that is claimed to enable silicone coaters and PSA materials producers to increase their manufacturing speed and capacity, to save catalyst and energy costs, and improve the product reliability.

The technology transforms an inert carrier paper into an active player in the silicone curing and anchorage process. With Ahlstrom Acti-V release papers, silicone curing is said to happen faster and to require less catalyst (platinum) and energy. At the same time, silicone anchorage is stronger and more durable, even in challenging environmental conditions.

‘This new technology is the result of several years of research, focused on the operational challenges of our customers. The outcome is highly innovative: it will enable our customers to greatly improve the productivity of their silicone coaters and to reduce the total cost of ownership of their product. Our customers will free the full potential of their equipment, gain in flexibility and increase their process efficiency in ways they never thought possible,’ said Daniele Borlatto, executive vice president, label and processing.

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