A new generation of release papers for silicone coating is to be unveiled later this month at LabelExpo Europe 2011.

Ahlstrom said its new patented Acti-V release paper technology will allow the silicone curing process to occur faster and use less platinum catalyst than current methods.

Once coated with silicone, release papers act as carriers of Pressure Sensitive Adhesive (PSA) labels.

Acti-V, the firm said, will enable silicone coaters and PSA materials producers to increase significantly their manufacturing speed and capacity, save catalyst and energy costs, and improve product reliability.

The technology transforms an inert carrier paper into an active player in the silicone curing and anchorage process.

Daniele Borlatto, executive vice-president for label and processing at Ahlstrom, said the new technology comes after several years of research.

"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," he added.

Acti-V will be launched at LabelExpo Europe in Brussels, which runs from September 28th to October 1st.

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Ahlstrom to launch Acti-V innovative release paper technology at LabelExpo Europe (01/09/11) 

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