Results for tag: "Thermal Paper"

Thermal paper is a type of paper that is coated with a chemical that changes color when exposed to heat. It is used in a variety of applications, including point-of-sale receipts, labels, tickets, and tags. Thermal paper is a subset of the larger pulp and paper industry, which produces a variety of paper products from wood pulp. Thermal paper is made by coating a base paper with a chemical that changes color when exposed to heat. This coating is usually a mix of dye and a leuco dye, which is a colorless dye that turns color when exposed to heat. The base paper is usually made from wood pulp, which is produced by breaking down wood into small fibers. The fibers are then mixed with water and chemicals to form a slurry, which is then dried and pressed into sheets. The thermal paper market is highly competitive, with many companies offering a variety of products. Some of the major players in the market include Appvion, Ricoh, Mitsubishi, and Oji Paper. Other companies in the market include Appleton, Nippon Paper, and Koehler Paper Group. Show Less Read more