ALPHARETTA, Ga. (April 23, 2009) – NEENAH PAPER Technical Products introduces KIMDURA® Synthetic Paper for Medical Wristbands and Labels. This new KIMDURA® platform delivers a durable, waterproof and chemical-resistant face stock that withstands the demanding conditions found in medical environments in addition to incorporating multicolor imaging.
KIMDURA® for Medical Wristbands has excellent print durability, delivering reliable first-time scans and remaining smudge-proof, accurate and legible throughout a patient’s stay.
"Whether the application is limited to patient wristbands, or extends to labels for specimens, containers, vials or slides, KIMDURA® for Medical Wristbands delivers the combination of durability and graphic qualities required for medical applications," says Michael O’Connell, brand manager, Neenah Paper. "For example, effective and reliable identification, coupled with the ability to incorporate color, can help the healthcare team better identify patients’ ailments – a critical factor in the continuum of care."
KIMDURA® for Medical Wristbands can be used for on-demand, multi-color printing with ink-jet technology, for efficient and effective conversion into long-wearing wristbands and durable, legible identification labels. It also allows for hand-written updates. The synthetic paper is non-irritating, naturally latex-free, and resists common hospital chemicals. It is available in 70- and 95-micron thicknesses, with customized thicknesses also available.
For further information on KIMDURA® Synthetic Paper for Medical Wristbands, call 800-344-5287 and press *1 for domestic customer service, email your request to technicalproducts@neenahpaper.com, or visit www.neenah.com/technical.
About Neenah Paper, Inc.
Neenah Paper is a leading global manufacturer of premium, performance-based papers and specialty products used in a variety of applications including filtration, printing and writing, and as backing and component materials for many specialized industrial and consumer applications. Products are marketed under well-known brands such as CLASSIC®, ENVIRONMENT®, STARWHITE® , KIMDURA®, Gessner®, JET-PRO® SS™ and varitess®. Based in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company has paper manufacturing operations in the United States and Germany and approximately 500,000 acres of timberlands in Nova Scotia, Canada. Additional information about Neenah Paper can be found at the company's web site, www.neenah.com.
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KIMDURA® Synthetic Paper for Medical Wristbands and Labels from NEENAH PAPER Technical Products is a durable, waterproof and chemical-resistant face stock that withstands the demanding conditions found in medical environments. KIMDURA® for Medical Wristbands has excellent print durability, delivering reliable first-time scans and remaining smudge-proof, accurate and legible throughout a patient's stay.
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