Strengthen Performance and Sustainability Through Smarter Surface Treatment
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Reliable surface treatment is essential to flexible packaging and converting, ensuring adhesion, printability, and consistent product quality. Presented by TAPPI’s International Flexible Packaging and Extrusion Division (IFPED), the Surface Treatment – From History to Modern Customized Solutions and Their Environmental Footprint mini webinar takes place on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, from 12:00 to 12:30 PM ET. This focused session offers valuable insight into how modern activation methods are improving efficiency and advancing sustainability across packaging production.
Led by Dr. Florian Brehmer, Managing Director at AFS Entwicklungs + Vertriebs GmbH, the session will explore the science and evolution of leading surface treatment technologies including ozone, corona, and flame. With more than two decades of experience in plasma surface treatment, Dr. Brehmer will connect practical applications with the underlying principles that drive adhesion and performance across web-based materials.
Key Topics Include:
- Fundamentals of surface oxidation and energy mechanisms that influence adhesion and print quality
- The evolution of ozone and corona treatments and how they became industry standards
- The role of flame treatment and its potential for broader web-based applications
- Comparative insights on energy efficiency, CO₂ footprint, and processing costs
- Strategies to align technical performance with environmental responsibility
This webinar is ideal for professionals involved in production efficiency, product quality, and sustainability initiatives within the flexible packaging value chain. Whether you are a general manager, process engineer, or product or purchasing manager, this session will provide valuable insight into selecting and optimizing surface treatment methods that best support your operational goals.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s leading experts. Register today to discover how modern surface activation can strengthen performance and sustainability in your operations.
