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Supplier Reports, Part 4 (CONT’D FROM PAGE 30)

noticed is most people I speak with, regardless of how long they have been in the industry, also have never expe- rienced a market like the one we are living today. Though

same duct. The scrap system may be required to alternate between pick-up locations, as well. BloApCo diverters are specifically designed to handle pneumatically conveyed scrap, not just air. Diverters redirect scrap without clog- ging or leaking between duct lines, and a complete line of material handling fans provide the power required to efficiently convey scrap to the baler. BloApCo sizes and fabricates cyclones designed to never clog, and provide the baler with extra surge capacity for tie-off cycles. “BloApCo works with end users and system integra- tors to size and seamlessly integrate equipment into each scrap system, and is the only OEM in the industry that provides customers with shredders, trim cutters, material handling fans, diverters and cyclones. Its experienced staff regularly provides comprehensive support throughout the system design, engineering and installation processes.” Visit www.bloapco.com/converting . KRUGER Montreal, Quebec, Canada: Max Cote reports, “What a ride it has been, even though it has only been a two-year ride so far. I can’t say ‘It has been a long time since I’ve seen a market like this before,’ because I haven’t. I can’t offer strategic decisions based from previous experiences in a similar market because I haven’t been in the industry long enough to experience anything like this. What I have

I have only been working for Kruger for two years, my questions, con- cerns and strategic input is valued just as much as any other employee. “As a newcomer to the industry, I needed to make sure I was sur- rounded with support and the nec- essary tools to ensure success. After

Max Cote

two years with Kruger, I can confidently say my decision to join the team has been one of the best decisions of my life. As an avid sports player, I firmly believe in the importance of creating a team friendly atmosphere where coopera- tion and idea sharing is encouraged to benefit the entire group. The Kruger team encompasses these beliefs and the reassuring environment that I joined into has helped my personal and professional growth in every facet. “A second reason I was so interested in joining the Kruger team was due to their product offering. Investing in quality is what separates Kruger and we focus on pro- viding the greatest service along with our containerboard. Our lightweight extra strength containerboard provides our customers with the opportunity to use lighter basis weight grades without compromising any strength. Our XTR product line begins at an XTR18 lbs basis weight and

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Rick Van Horne, Director of Creative Marketing srvan614@me.com Corrugated Supplies Corp. LLC

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