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Malnove Expansion Reflects Growth In Renewable Packaging BY SUSAN RILEY The move towards less and zero plastic packaging is Malnove Packag- ing Solutions’ gain as more and more companies move towards sus- tainable practices whether by choice or government mandate. For proof, look no further than the warehouse expansion plans at the custom folding carton solutions provider’s Jacksonville, Florida manufacturing plant where they intend on having a lot more space for
PCA To Build New Box Plant In Phoenix, AZ
WHAT’S INSIDE 6 x x 8 x x 12 x x 26 x x 5 TAPPI/AICC SuperCorrExpo To Deliver A High ROI Vanguard Hires New Sales Rep: Brian LaBonte CMC Packaging Partners With Mondi On eCommerce Solution 14 Foundation For Pkg. Ed. Holds Fundraiser In Wine Country Lake Forest, Illinois based Packaging Corpo- ration of America (PCA) confirmed during its second quarter earnings call that it was in the process of replacing its corrugated box plant facility in Phoenix, Arizona. The greenfield box plant is expected to be complete in the spring of 2025. CEO Mark Kowlzan said that the company has been looking at moving out of some of its older, in- efficient operating facilities and that the new plant in Arizona would more than double its existing capacity. “Some of you may have seen news about an investment we made in the Phoenix, Ari- zona area. In order to serve a growing mar- ket and to grow with our existing customers, we are in the process of replacing our cur- rent Phoenix corrugated products plant with a modern state-of-the-art facility,” said Tom Hassfurther, PCA Executive Vice President of Packaging, during the call. “Like many of our strategic projects, the Phoenix project improves the capacity, tech- nology and equipment in the plant gets us aligned properly in the right marketplaces ad- dresses the needs of our customers so that CONTINUED ON PAGE 3
their paperboard stock and finished goods that serve the dry foods, bakery, health and beauty, frozen food, beverage and other non-food product industries interested in plastic-free packaging. Malnove plans to almost double the size of its Jacksonville packag- ing warehouse to 362,906 square feet in Imeson International Industri- al Park. The 171,925-square-foot warehouse addition is an investment the company says reflects its unwavering dedication to sustainability, efficiency, and staying at the forefront of industry advancements. “We are enthusiastic about the growth of the company and the in- dustry,” said Malnove President Dale Houck. Houck said the company will vacate warehouse space nearby when the lease expires at year-end 2025 and consolidate the activity at the main Malnove operation at northeast Canada Drive and Malnove Road. “We want to have this one by the end of next year,” he said. Big company announcements of plans to move from plastic to pa- CONTINUED ON PAGE 22 The Malnove warehouse at 10500 Canada Drive in Jacksonville, Florida.
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portunity to take care of the entire region. Over the past six years, Kowlzan said that they PCA has taken a lot of older plants that needed to be recapitalized and tripled and qua- drupled productivity with less costs and labor hours. Kowlzan also reported strong market conditions result- ing in PCA setting a new corrugated shipments-per-day re- cord for the month of June, up 9.2 percent over last year’s second quarter and total shipments. Containerboard pro- duction was 1.2 million tons and containerboard inventory was up 16,000 tons compared to the second quarter of 2023 and up 20,000 tons versus the first quarter of 2024. “We were also able to build some inventory ahead of what we expect to be a busy second half of the year. Packaging segment prices and mix moved higher from first quarter levels as we continue to implement our an- nounced price increases. Results also reflect our constant focus on minimizing inflationary cost increases through efficiency and usage initiatives and capital project bene- fits throughout our mills and converting facilities,” Kowlzan said. “Looking ahead as we move from the second and into the third quarter, prices and mix in both our Packag- ing and Paper segments will move higher as we continue to implement previously announced increases along with higher containerboard export prices,” Kowlzan said. PCA says it is the third largest producer of container- board products in North America. The company operates eight mills and 896 corrugated products plants and relat- ed facilities.
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we both grow profitably and improves the efficiencies and cost within our system.” More specifically, Hassfurther said in the call that they have had to pull from a lot of different plants, most far away in the Los Angeles region, to service the local market. “And that’s not sustainable long term,” Hassfurther said. “So with the opportunities we have and with the custom- ers that we have in that marketplace, they’ve indicated that we need to do significantly different things which we will do. And that will give us some — obviously, some great opportunities in that region.” Kowlzan said that the new plant in Arizona is a big op-
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SuperCorrExpo To Deliver A High ROI
When it comes to trade shows and events, a key focus for potential attendees is the return on investment (ROI). SuperCorrExpo 2024 — taking place September 8-12 in Orlando, Florida — stands out as a premier event that over-delivers with ideas and solutions, making attendance a wise investment for professionals in the corrugated and folding carton industries. Here are three key reasons why attending SuperCorrExpo delivers a high ROI: Access to Innovative Solutions, All in One Location: SuperCorrExpo is a hub of innovation, showcasing the latest technologies and advancements from over 300 ex- hibitors. By attending, businesses gain firsthand access to cutting-edge solutions – spanning robotics, artificial intel- ligence, and machinery to help solve the toughest manu- facturing problems dramatically enhance productivity and
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Box Shipments ( U.S. Corrugated Product Shipments) Industry Shipments In Billions of Square Feet Month June 2024
ter, Acclaimed Futurist Sean DuBravac, and The Manu- facturing Millennial Jake Hall • Executive Panel featuring: Jeremy Cohen, Vice Presi- dent and General Manager at Acme Corrugated; Bry- an Hollenbach, Executive Vice President at Green Bay Packaging; Mike Lafave, Senior Vice President and
Year
Actual
Percent Change Avg Week Percent Change
2024 2023
30.635 33.080
-7.4
7.659 7.518
1.9
Industry Total
Year-to Date
June 2024
Year
Actual
Percent Change Avg Week Percent Change
2024 2023
189.589 189.478
0.1
7.464 7.459
0.1
Industry Total
Containerboard Consumption (Thousands of Tons)
Year
Month
Percent Change Year-to-Date Percent Change
2024 2023
2.5331 2.7016
-6.2
15.5229 15.5207
0.0
Container Board Inventory - Corrugator Plants (Thousands of Tons)
Chief Operating Officer, Packaging, at Kruger; Nick Smith, President and CEO at Rand-Whitney • Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the Production Floor Forum • Effective Methods to Maximize Diecutting Productivity Course Don’t get boxed out! Register by August 9 to take ad- vantage of early bird discounts. For added flexibility, a 4-day Expo Pass option is available, priced at only $250 for box plants and $400 for non-box plants. Secure your ticket to the future and register at supercorrexpo.org .
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Date
Percent Change Weeks of Supply
Percent Change
June May
2.2316 2.3155
-3.6
3.8 3.5
8.5
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Month
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2024 2023
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Vanguard Companies Hires Brian LaBonte As Sales Representative Kansas City, Missouri based Vanguard Companies an- nounced the hiring of Brian LaBonte as the new Sales Representative in the Kansas City Office reporting to
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AF&PA Releases Q2 2024 Boxboard Quarterly Report
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the Q2 2024 Boxboard report. Total Boxboard production in Q2 decreased 1 percent compared to Q2 2023. The box- board operating rate was 88.5 percent, up 2.5 points from the same quarter last year and up 0.7 points year-to-date. Solid Bl. Folding — Domestic production increased 13 percent compared to Q2 2023. Solid Bleached Boxboard unmade orders were up 29 percent compared to the end of the previous quarter and increased 35 percent compared to June 2023. Uncoated Recycled Boxboard production increased 3 percent compared to Q2 2023, and was up 2 percent when compared to the same 6 months of 2023. For more infor- mation, email Statistics_Publications@afandpa.org.
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AICC Presents Two Scholarships At Midwest Golf Outing One of AICC’s most popular events, the Midwest Golf Out- ing, took place July 22, hosted by Clay and Casey Shaw of Batavia Container Inc. at the St. Charles Country Club. More than 100 AICC members teed up for an al fresco lunch and a round of golf followed by a reception and din- ner with 53 of the attendees representing 26 box making companies. Prizes were awarded for closest to the pin on the par 3s and as part of a raffle. The event also raised enough money to offer two $5,000 scholarships. Of the 23 applicants, two winners were selected: Kennedy Dixon, daughter of Brent Dixon of Akers Packaging, and Addison Sextonson, daughter of Eric Sextonson of Ducker Ringwood Automation.
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The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released the Q2 2024 Container- board Quarterly report. According to the report, total contain- erboard production in Q2 increased 7 per- cent compared to Q2 2023. It was up 7 percent when compared to the same six months of 2023. Operating rates for all major grades except semichemical medium increased compared to Q1 2024, and total produc- tion was the highest it has been since Q2 2022. Unbleached Kraft Liner production for export surged more than 44 percent over its year-ago levels. Total export production for the first half of the year is also up 40 percent. Recycled Medium is the only grade with a flat operating rate (-0.2 percent) com- pared to the first half of 2023, as capacity increases (+175,000 tons) have slightly ex- ceeded production gains (+140,000 tons) Domestic new supply for Q2 was slight- ly lower than last year’s peak in Q4, but it is still up 3.7 percent year-to-date, as do- mestic production has increased as much as export production in terms of tonnage, and imports are up 9.8 percent. The complete report with detailed ta- bles, charts and historical data can be purchased by contacting Kory Bockman at Statistics_Publications@afandpa.org or (202) 463-4716.
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On July 16, 43 box makers, suppliers, friends, and spouses gathered for a reception at the Silverado Resort in Napa, California during the Foun- dation for Packaging Education’s second fundraising event in the heart of California wine country. The reception opened with wonderful food and a wide variety of wines, including those from Sanglier Cellars. This winery is a passion project of Jana Harris of Harris Packaging and her husband, Zach Camp- bell, who served as the sommelier for the evening. Day two saw about half the group tee off on the Silverado’s esteemed golf course, which hosts a PGA Tour event each year. The Foundation’s golfers lived up the course’s slogan, “the perfect game isn’t determined by your scorecard, but by where and who you play with.”
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After a brunch, non-golfers made an excursion to the Culinary Insti- tute of America where they took a cooking class taught by professional chefs. The result of the class was a lunch prepared by the participants, which included starters, lamb, cod, duck, steak, sides, dessert, and, of course, wine. After just enough time to relax and perhaps nap, the Group was ready to eat again, this time dinner on the Napa Valley Wine Train. The line runs through the heart of wine country taking in breathtaking scenery, vine- yards, and vistas all while enjoying a three-course meal and, of course, wine. Day three began with brunch, followed by a tour and tasting at Cha- teau Montelena. It was this winery’s 1973 Chardonnay that stunned the world by winning the “Judgement of Paris” in 1976 where a California winery, for the first time, bested French wines in blind taste tests. This beautiful property was a great setting for enjoying several different vari- eties of their fine wines. Back on the bus, the group went to Beringer Brothers Winery, not- ed for being in continuous operation from 1876 until today, including through Prohibition, when the winery had permission to lawfully produce sacramental wines. The visit to this lovely property began with a wine welcome, followed by a delicious lunch, and then a tour and tasting in Beringer’s renowned Castle and cave-based cellars. The Foundation for Packaging Education has a simple and vital mis- CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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AF&PA VP Speak at the Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum AF&PA’s Vice President of Industry Affairs, Terry Webber, will join the Sustainable Packaging Innovation Forum tak- ing place in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania October 29-30. The 2-day business conference will spotlight sustainable
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product innovations and emerging technologies. Agenda highlights include: • Regulation and incentives: What does current and evolving packaging legislation mean for business? • Packaging Targets: How leading brands are defining their sustainable packaging strategy • Innovation and Technology: How can technology drive traceability and transparency in the market for recycled materials? • Climate Action: How business can integrate carbon into packaging decisions To register, visit innovationforumco.uk .
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Kernic Systems Scrap System Installed At Norlands Box Co.
Burlington, Ontario based Kernic Systems announced the recent completion of the installation of a compact scrap recovery system for the new Norlands Box Company Cor- rugated Sheet Plant in Surrey, British Columbia. The compact, turn-key system is designed to handle scrap material from up to two production machines. This system includes a Höcker Polytechnik GmbH PMA rotary airlock material separator for the air conveyed trim scrap and also includes a manual baler loading conveyor with sweep plate for all of the plant's make-ready boxes, sheet waste, and other loose trim. The wide mouth baler/conveyor combination elimi- nates the need for a shredder, saving valuable air flow and allowing for a dust collector of reduced size, saving valuable floor space and cost. The Hocker Vacumobil used for the conveying air filtration in this application is a small footprint dust collector supplied with flameless explosion venting, fire suppression and inlet isolation gate. The Maren Engineering Corporation ProPAK60 hori- zontal full-eject baler makes dense, heavy, mill-size bales for maximum revenue. The feed conveyor with an angled sweep plate allows the operators to maintain the area more efficiently. CONTINUED ON PAGE 20
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Peczuh Printing & Paperbox Appoints Brandon Henderson To VP Of Sales Price, Utah based Peczuh Printing & Paperbox announced that Brandon Henderson has joined the team at Vice-Pres- ident of Sales to enhance their continued growth and
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per are common in today’s business news. As an example, Kraft Heinz announced last year that it aims to make 100 percent recyclable, reusable or compostable packaging by 2025. Malnove offers custom folding carton solutions that in- clude printing, custom cutting, finishing and packaging. Its
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Advantzware provides a comprehensive system to address the business management needs of the independent box business, as well as the ERP requirements of full scale pack- aging plants and integrated companies. With modules for estimating, scheduling, production, inventory and account- ing, this scalable system supports companies that produce corrugated boxes, folding cartons, point of purchase dis- plays, assembled partitions, and paperboard products. AIR CONVEYING CORPORATION www.accfilter.com Air Conveying Corporation is a leader in the industry of Pneumatic Conveying Systems and has been in business since 1968. As an equipment manufacturer rather than sim- ply a sales organization, we have complete control over the quality of material and products which make up your pro- posed system. Our equipment is found in printing, folding carton and corrugated plants throughout the world. We've been designing, manufacturing and engineering pneumatic conveying systems since 1984. We partner with our customers to ensure they operate efficiently and guar- antee our systems meet or exceed their specifications. ASDI specializes in full pull-through systems trim separators, and NFPA compliant systems with full electronic controls. AMTECH SOFTWARE www.amtechsoftware.com AIR SYSTEMS DESIGN, INC. www.airsystemsdesign.com Amtech offers the industry’s most innovative and com- prehensive corrugated and packaging ERP, integrated scheduling software, and engineered automation technol- ogy. For over 30 years, Amtech has kept our customers competitive in an ever-changing economy with customer digital storefronts and workflows, business intelligence, automated scheduling for corrugators, converting and shipping, proactive roll stock and inventory management. APEX INTERNATIONAL www.apexinternational.com World’s largest Anilox and Glue & Metering roll manufac- turer, providing the widest selection of corrugated engrav- ings and complementary services. Anilox engraving options available from our North American manufacturing facility include elongated 75°, 60°, 45°, plus Apex’s patented GTT technology. Glue rolls are produced with Hardened Stain- less Steel and a max TIR of 10 µ for Single, Double Facers.
Jacksonville facility provides package development, man- ufacturing and shipping expertise on the U.S. East Coast. The company assists its customers with reducing or eliminating plastic packaging, sustainable material selec- tion, packaging life cycle analysis, measuring environmen- tal impacts, designing new sustainable packaging, navi- gating labeling, claims and certifications, and consumer, industry and retailer trends. Malnove plans to double the size of its packaging warehouse to 362,906 square feet.
Founded in 1948, Malnove located its headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska, in 1976. The original Jacksonville plant opened in 1981 in Southside, moving to Imeson in 1998. A Utah plant opened in 1985. Malnove installed robotic palletizing in all facilities in 2020. Baler Building In April, Malnove announced the addition of a baler building to elevate its in-house baling capabilities, assist Malnove partnered with the Paperboard Packaging Council re- cently by sending an outstanding group of leaders to the PPC Next Leadership Summit.
ALBANY INTERNATIONAL www.albint.com
Albany International has a corrugator belt for every appli- cation. Our reputation for durable performance is the trade- mark of the most dependable belts in service today.
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in increased capacity and allow the company to separate and bale 99 percent of its paperboard scrap at its Jack- sonville facility. The company said that the venture was set to redefine its operations, marking a significant stride towards a more sustainable and efficient approach to recycling. The new baler building would have advanced systems that would allow Malnove to continue to separate different grades of paperboard on a larger scale, the company said, ensuring that each type of paperboard can be recycled in its purest form, maximizing the value and minimizing economic im- pacts.
ARC INTERNATIONAL www.ARCInternational.com
ARC International is a world leader in the manufacturing of roller products for flexography. The latest nano-technology laser engraving in our NC and NV manufacturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers.
AES (ADVANCED EQUIPMENT SALES) www.aesales.net
AES is a leading full-service provider of integrated convey- ance systems specializing in scrap, trim, and dust. AES en- gineers custom scrap systems and works as a partner in process improvement to help businesses achieve greater profitability, productivity, and sustainability. Products include balers, shredders/hoggers, core shredders, filters, fans, and specialized dust control and collection systems. AES is the ex- clusive distributor for the AirShark Rotary Material Separator. For a wide variety of new and used equipment on to- day’s market, visit our website at www.acm-corp.com. BAUMER HHS CORPORATION www.baumerhhs.com hhs is a global leader in advanced gluing, camera verifica- tion and quality assurance systems for the packaging indus- try. Zero-defect quality and elevated production speeds are key parameters in the manufacturing of corrugated boxes. With hhs Xcam Box Monitoring and non-contact flap gluing of corrugated board, hhs offers every option for quality as- surance in the production of boxes with flexo folder gluers. AMERICAN CORRUGATED MACHINE www.acm-corp.com BLOWER APPLICATION COMPANY (BLOAPCO) www.BloApCo.com BloApCo has served the corrugated industry since 1933 with a variety of scrap handling solutions, including Hori- zontal Floor Shredders, Trim Cutters, and Material Handling Fans and Conveying Systems. BloApCo Shredders allow for continuous shredding and pneumatic removal of sheet waste stacks of all sizes, roll slab, cores, and carton scrap.
The new system will reduce labor requirements, both at Malnove and at the recycling center. In addition to its environmental benefits, Malnove said the new baler build- ing serves as a fail-safe mechanism. Equipped to keep op- erations running smoothly even during downtime in our current baler system, it underscores the company’s ded- ication to reliability and consistency in its recycling pro- cesses. As members of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC), Malnove says it has the responsibility to prioritize sustainability and create solutions that benefit its custom- ers and the environment. They have committed to obtain- ing Zero Waste Certification in all Malnove facilities. “Sustainability is an important business practice we strive to incorporate into all areas of our operations,” said Chris Moemke, Sustainability, Efficiency & Continuous Im- provement Coordinator. “A key part of this is how resourc- es are managed. The more material we can reduce and use sustainably, the more effective and efficient our oper- ations will be.” Currently, Malnove says it diverts more than 14 million pounds of paperboard from landfills through a proven re- cycling program. Among its other accomplishments, Mal- nove: • Utilizes a sustainability reporting tool for freight and utility usage Malnove, which invests in automated baler technology from American Baler, says it is important to stay consistent with green practices all year round.
CORRUGATED MACHINERY SPECIALISTS www.cmsretrofits.com
Leading manufacturer and installer of quality retrofits, up- grades and replacement parts for S&S and Prime Flexo Folder Gluers. Specialists in reconditioning of S&S Flexo Folder Gluers, including ink, air and electrical systems.
CORRUGATOR BELT SERVICE LLC www.corrugator.com
Serving the corrugated box industry since 1991, Chicago- based Corrugator Belt Service LLC maintains corru- gator belts for peak board quality and performance.
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• Reduces its consumption of natural resources by in- stalling more efficient equipment • Lowers carbon footprint by optimizing transportation, purchasing renewable energy credits, and investigat- ing renewable energy • Engages with the Sustainable Packaging Coalition to understand and influence best practices • Manages the Malnove Tree Farm to further its sustain- ability mission • Is chain of custody certified with SFI, FSC, and PEFC accreditations Employee Recognition Malnove also committed to celebrating the achieve- ments of its employees. Last March, the company launched the Paul Malnove Award of Excellence Program for em- ployees who go above and beyond their roles.
CORRUGATED REPLACEMENTS, INC. www.corrugatedparts.com
Corrugated Replacements, Inc. is a production powerhouse that manufactures high quality machine parts and replace- ment parts for the corrugated and paperboard converting industries. CRI can redesign, engineer, and manufacture any part while providing a rapid turn-around rate, keeping machines running at their peak performance and limiting down time.
C.U.E., INC. www.AnvilCovers.com
Makers of single and dual-width Timesaver® Anvil Covers, the premier urethane anvil cover for corrugated die cutting. Timesaver® covers feature construction of solid steel back- ing and solid steel locking components to ensure a precise fit every time. C.U.E., Inc. also offers Dura-Latch and Cor- Lock anvil covers, and urethane Lead Edge Feed Wheels.
EMBA www.embausa.com
The EMBA group supports a complete line of corrugated converting machinery for the worldwide market. EMBA’s Quick Set technology enables the highest productivity across a broad range of converting equipment, from mini to super jumbo. EMBA also includes the McKinley jumbo line of flexo folder gluers and rotary die cutters as well as ser- vice, rebuilds and upgrades for both EMBA and McKinley.
“Our founder, Paul Malnove, was not just a leader in our industry; he was a visionary whose dedication to ex- cellence continues to inspire us all. Through this award, we pay homage to his memory and his unwavering pursuit of excellence. The Paul Malnove Award of Excellence is not just about acknowledging outstanding performance; it’s about cel- ebrating the spirit of leadership, innovation, and collab- oration that drives our organization forward. It’s about recognizing those among us who embody the values and principles that Paul Malnove himself stood for,” the com- pany said. Honoring The Past, Investing In The Future Last year, Koenig & Bauer commemorated its longtime partnership with Malnove by dedicating a plaque in honor of Malnove’s late founder and visionary leader, Paul Mal- nove, at the unveiling of its new Koenig & Bauer Rapida 145 press at its facility in Omaha. “Throughout his life, my father instilled in us the val- ues of hard work, integrity, and independence,” Malnove’s Winners of the 2023 Paul Malnove Award of Excellence and the Malnove Executive Team, from left, are Eric Malnove, Scott Jones; Jon Vanderheiden, Graphic Coordinator; Kari Narduz- zo; Brian Brainard, Supply Chain Manager; Dale Houck; Dan Goodrich, Sales Account Manager; Tom Williams, Duane Craig, Printing Manager; and Brandan Kitt.
EAGLEWOOD TECHNOLOGIES, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com
Eaglewood Technologies offers trusted cleaning technolo- gies for the world’s best printers and converters. Solutions include the award winning Sitexco+ Anilox Laser System, the Nanovis Parts Washing System, the Sitexco L10 Label System, the innovative Sanilox™ System or Alphasonics solutions. We also offer Xpress™ mobile cleaning service at your facility or ours. ESKO www.esko.com ArtiosCAD and Kongsberg are the most trusted names in CAD/CAM solutions. Esko’s ArtiosCAD is the most widely used CAD software in the world. Esko’s Kongsberg series of tables brings you reliable, outstanding quality for sample- making and short run production.
DOMINO www.dominodigitalprinting.com
Domino is a leading manufacturer and distributor of digital printing and product identification solutions. Celebrating its 44th year, Domino is headquartered in the UK and North America headquarters are Illinois. Domino has 25 subsid- iaries, representation in over 120 countries, and over 2,900 employees worldwide .
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owner Eric Malnove said. “He believed in the power of family, the strength of a team, and the importance of in- vesting in the latest technologies to stay ahead in the in- dustry. It is with that spirit that we unveil our new Koenig & Bauer printing press, a piece of equipment that supports our next generation and embodies the progress that we have made.” By integrating the Koenig & Bauer Rapida 145 press into its production processes, Malnove said it aims to achieve greater efficiency, reduce lead times, and maintain its rep- utation for delivering high-quality packaging solutions.
THE HAIRE GROUP www.hairegroup.com
Haire Group is the premier provider of new machinery for the corrugated industry. From the Apstar line of flexo folder gluers and rotary die cutters, the Encore line of flexo folder gluers and rotary die cutters, and the Engico flexo folder glu- er, Haire is able to pair clients with the best machinery solu- tions for the best value to meet their needs. Haire Group’s service department helps its customers maximize uptime and profitability through superior 24/7 service and support, a pre-install training center, and over a million dollars’ worth of spare parts at their offices just outside of Chicago. Haire Group has been the industry’s #1 pre-owned machinery bro- ker and plant equipment appraiser since 1976. HarperLove is the leading provider of specialty adhesives, performance additives, and wet-strength resins to corru- gated packaging manufacturers. With the largest and most experienced field service and technical support team posi- tioned throughout the U.S. and Latin America, HarperLove has a long-standing reputation for providing outstanding service and delivering demonstrable performance improve- ments. HarperLove’s renowned services include not only innovative product development and custom product for- mulation, but also machine and process assessments, ad- hesive formula adjustments, machine tuning, detailed ser- vice reporting, and more. HARPERLOVE www.HarperLove.com Kernic Systems has been a leading global provider of re- cycling equipment solutions since 1978. For over 40 years, Kernic Systems has provided balers, air conveying and dust collection systems, shredders, industrial vacuums, and re- cycling equipment to a wide range of markets. Today, Ker- nic Systems serves customers with an expanded offering of standard products and custom-engineered systems through three primary business divisions: Recycling Solu- tions, Dust Collection and Air Pollution Control, and Material Handling. Kiwiplan provides state-of-the-art software solutions to cor- rugated, folding carton, plastics and flexible packaging fa- cilities around the globe. Kiwiplan’s Total Solution delivers comprehensive, seamless real-time flow of information from sales order management to dynamic total plant scheduling and inventory control through shipping. With deep manu- facturing and distribution expertise, Kiwiplan knows the specific problems customers face and provides the spe- cialized software they need to adapt, compete, and win in today's rapidly changing world. KERNIC SYSTEMS www.kernicsystems.com KIWIPLAN www.kiwiplan.com
“At Malnove, we have consistently proven our commit- ment to technologies, ensuring we remain at the leading edge of the paperboard packaging industry,” Houck said. “Malnove had the first Koenig & Bauer large format press in the country. We always strive to stay in the forefront of technology. This strategic move is expected to enhance our company’s capabilities and solidify our reputation as a reliable and innovative partner for businesses seeking top-of-the-line packaging solutions.” DS Smith North America Launches New PackRight Workshops Atlanta, Georgia based DS Smith, a fiber-based packaging manufacturer, announced the launch of PackRight 2.0, a hybrid collaboration experience. The new offering features interactive workshops to help businesses in the fast moving consumer goods (FMCG), e-commerce and other industries innovate and enhance the sustainability of their packaging using DS Smith’s pro- prietary Circular Design Metrics. The workshops, which are hosted at the company’s PackRight Centers in Reading, Pennsylvania, and Leba- non, Indiana, bring DS Smith’s designers and engineers together with customers to develop design solutions that boost packaging efficiency, effectiveness, appeal and From left, Charlotte Malnove, Eric Malnove, Dale Houck, Tom Williams, and Doug Whitacre and Kilian Renschler, both of Koenig & Bauer North America.
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