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Competition brings together the best in design and inno- vation within our industry. This year’s entries shined, com- bining functionality, craftsmanship, and sustainability in unprecedented ways. These designs weren’t just visually stunning—they embodied the creative spirit and technical expertise that make our industry exceptional. “Once I got into packaging, I was hooked — especially with paperboard, which is delicate yet structurally sound. As a graphic designer attending CalPoly, it’s inspiring to create something beyond just a logo — structural innova- tion that makes an impact motivates me to pursue this pro- fession,” said a CalPoly Student Design Challenge Finalist. Our dedication to advancing paperboard packaging also extends to cultivating the next generation of leaders through the Student Design Challenge. The passion and ingenuity that students bring to the challenge year after year demonstrate the exciting future that lies ahead for our
ADVANTZWARE www.advantzware.com
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.
industry. Thank you for the commitment of the students, faculty members, and sponsors of this year’s finalists at Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCAD), California State Polytechnic University (CalPoly), and Rochester Insti- tute of Technology (RIT). Mastering The Craft: Spring And Fall Folding Carton Boot Camps “Folding Carton Boot Camp is a once-in-a-lifetime ex- perience and an optimal way to introduce employees to the vast Folding Carton Market. With sessions led by the industry’s top experts in a fast-paced, fun, and interactive atmosphere, attendees gain insights and inspiration that stay with them long after. Plus, the networking experience is unmatched, helping attendees stay motivated and un- derstand the big picture,” said Eric Frank, SVP, Marketing & Product Management, Koenig & Bauer US/CA. We are committed to advancing knowledge and ex- pertise across the paperboard packaging industry, and CONTINUED ON PAGE 28 Ben Markens, left, President of PPC, poses with Jared Unter- born, middle left, Technical Manager, and Kerry C. Brown, mid- dle right, VP, Operations, of Curtis Packaging, along with Steve Scherger, far right, PPC Board Chair and EVP/CFO of Graphic Packaging International. Curtis Packaging are the proud win- ners of the Folding Carton of the Year Award received during PPC’s 2024 North American Paperboard Packaging Competi- tion Award Ceremony at Fall Meeting in Atlanta.
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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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