BoardConverting Serving the North American Corrugated and Folding Carton Industries for 39 years December 25, 2023 VOL. 39, NO. 52
Year In Review, Part II: Industry Driven To Improve And Prosper BY SUSAN RILEY The last six months of 2023 flew by, but independent corrugated and folding carton converters didn't disappoint as they continued their un- wavering drive to improve their capabilities whether in the form of new technologies, state-of-the-art facility expansions, and exciting product offerings for their customers. As the endcap to another remarkable year, Board Converting News wants to thank its readers, sponsors, partners, and advertisers for mak- ing it possible to bring this publication to you over the past 39 years.
York Container Announces Expansion To Chicago Market York, Pennsylvania based York Container Company announced the startup of its first greenfield corrugated box plant in Elgin, Illi- nois. Since 1954, York Container has served its Northeast customers and now brings new capacity for sheets, brown shippers, and graphic packaging under one roof to support the company’s growth throughout the Mid- west. With over 400,000 square feet of manu- facturing space, this will be York’s most mod- ern and technologically advanced facility to date. The full-line box plant offers corrugat- ed sheets, brown printed shippers, and high graphic specialty packaging solutions beyond the standard box plant. The new facility was built with sustainabil- ity in mind for manufacturing and for custom- ers alike. York Container utilizes 100 percent Recycled Paper from Atlantic Packaging Prod- ucts in Ontario, Canada to provide custom- ers with sustainable environmentally friendly packaging for their products across a variety of industries. “While our new Elgin facility provides our customers with the most advanced corrugat-
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As the only weekly publication — in print and online — servicing and informing the North American corrugated and folding carton markets — we begin 2024 with renewed vigor and gratitude as we enter our 40th year of covering this amazing industry. JULY • Akers Packaging Acquires N-Stock Box Of Ohio : Middletown, Ohio based Akers Packaging Service Inc. announced the acquisition of N-Stock Box of Middletown, Ohio. • SUN Automation Appoints Michael Freer Manufacturing Manag- er : Glen Arm, Maryland based SUN Automation Group announced that Michael Freer was hired as the company's new Manufacturing Manager. • PaperWorks Acquires The Standard Group : Fort Washington, Penn- CONTINUED ON PAGE 22
WHAT’S INSIDE 5 Secure Your Spot To Sip Wine On the Napa Train 10 Shoppers Frustrated With Over-Packaging 12 AICC To Offer Hazmat Webinar Series In February 20 BoxMaker, Hexpand Offer
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AVERAGE CONTAINERBOARD PRICES The average prices reported are tabulated from prices PAID by various sources throughout the United States the week previous to issue. Prices in some areas of the country may be higher or lower than the tabulated average. The prices tabulated here are intended only for purposes of reference. They do not connote any commitment to sell any material at the indicated average. Transactions may be completed at any time at a price agreed upon by seller and purchaser.
ed production available, we are just as focused on quality, service, and providing the best customer experience avail- able,” says Frank Adams, Senior Vice President, Corrugat- ed US. “We have innovative, patented products as well as a positive culture that brings a positive wow factor to the York experience for our customers, employees, vendors and community.” Spenzer Forbes, General Manager at the Elgin facility, said the new Elgin facility makes a strong case for current and prospective customers to consider York as their first choice. York Container is a part of the Atlantic Packaging Com- pany of Toronto, Canada, a family-owned company with locations in Canada and the United States. Atlantic’s 100 percent recycled corrugated packaging products offer customers a sustainable packaging option. As part of its commitment to the environment, Atlantic’s paper mills only manufacture 100 percent recycled paper used to manufac- ture corrugated packaging products. The company states that it does not use virgin pulp as all its raw materials are obtained by recycling discarded boxes. York Container is a member of several industry associ- ations that work to promote standards of excellence in pa- per and packaging manufacturing and resource steward- ship including the Packaging Alliance Network, The Fibre Box Association, and the Sustainable Forestry Initiative.
REGION E. Coast Midwest Southeast Southwest
42# Kraft liner $955.00-960.00 $970.00-980.00 $970.00-980.00 $ 970.00-980.00 $1000.00-1010.00 $973.00-983.00
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Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del. Short Ton Del.
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West Coast U.S. Average
SHEET PRICES BY REGION (AVERAGE) Per 1MSF, local delivery included, 50MSF single item order, truckload delivery. Sheets
E. Coast Midwest South-SW S. CA N.CA/WA-OR US Aver.
200# 275#
$62.26
$72.05
$62.69 $82.80
$85.35 119.54
$73.13 101.29
97.32
99.89
90.86
113.65
OYSTER UP-CHARGE 8.34
8.34
8.34
8.34
8.34
8.34
275# DBL-WALL 350# DBL-WALL
107.46 118.45
114.69 129.32
116.54 137.25 117.82 145.56
141.08 148.46
122.76 131.80
CANADIAN SHEET PRICES (AVERAGE) In Canadian Dollars, per 1MSF, local delivery included, under 50MSF single item order, truckload delivery. 200# 275# Oyster UC 275#DW 350#DW $78.56 $99.18 $9.00 $96.32 $105.83 CANADIAN LINERBOARD & MEDIUM The average prices reported are tabulated from prices PAID by various sources throughout Canada. Prices may be higher or lower in various areas of the country. The prices tabulated here are intended only for purposes of reference. They do not connote any commitment to sell any material at the indicated average. Transactions may be completed at any time at a price agreed upon by seller and purchaser. Prices are Canadian $ and per metric ton.
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Registration Open For Packaging Education Fundraiser In Napa The AICC Foundation for Packaging Education announced that registration is open for the 2nd fundraising event, set for July 16-18, 2024, at the Silverado Resort & Spa in the heart of Napa Valley, California. Dinner on the Napa Valley Wine Train: Embark on a memorable journey aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train, a meticulously restored historic train. Participants will en- joy a scenic wine country tour, indulge in a sumptuous 3-course dinner, and savor exquisite wine tasting through- out the evening.
Golf at the Silverado South Course: Golf enthusiasts can take advantage of a morning round at the Silverado South Course. Surrounded by the picturesque landscape of Napa Valley, this experience is sure to be both challeng- ing and rewarding. Hands-On Cooking Experience, Lunch, and Wine Tast- ing at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA): Immerse yourself in the culinary arts with a hands-on cooking ex- perience at the renowned Culinary Institute of America. Following the cooking session, participants will enjoy a delectable lunch paired with exquisite wine tastings. Napa Valley Winery Tours, Tastings, and Lunch: Explore the wineries of Napa Valley with guided tours, wine tast- ings, and a delightful lunch. This segment of the event promises a rich and educational experience, providing in- sights into the art and science of winemaking. “Don’t pass up the opportunity to spend time with friends and colleagues while enjoying experiences in the breathtaking Napa Valley in support of the Foundation for Packaging Education,” said AICC President Mike D’Angelo. “The Foundation for Packaging Education is your future.” To secure your spot, visit www.AICCbox.org/Fundrais- er . For questions, contact Cindy Huber at chuber@AIC- Cbox.org or Laura Mihalick at lmihalick@AICCbox.org or (703) 836-2422.
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Board Converting News, Flexo Market News To Combine Forces Beginning in 2024, Board Converting News will be incor- porating its sister publication Flexo Market News into its weekly publication, combining their respective editorial, sales and management teams. The publications have served the corrugated, folding carton and flexo industries, respectively, for more than a combined 65 years. “We continue to grow and expand every year,” said Len Prazych, President/Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of NV Publications, parent company of BCN and FMN, “always searching for ways to bring increased awareness and val- ue to our customers. This is another exciting move for the company, adding additional levels of editorial coverage for our readers and market awareness for our sponsors.” “Board Converting News is the undisputed premiere publication serving the corrugated market,” said FMN Edi- tor Greg Kishbaugh. “Combining all the resources of FMN with those of an industry leader such as BCN opens up untold opportuni- ties for the future.” The new venture will begin with the January 1, 2024 is- sue. For questions and more information, contact Prazych at lprazych@nvpublications.com. Visit boardconvertingnews.com .
Box Shipments ( U.S. Corrugated Product Shipments) Industry Shipments In Billions of Square Feet Month September 2023
Year
Actual
Percent Change Avg Week Percent Change
2023 2022
3 0.911 3 2.734
-5. 6
7. 728 7. 794
- 0.8
Industry Total
September 2023
Year-to Date
Year
Actual
Percent Change Avg Week Percent Change
2023 2022
285.619 305.519
- 6.5
7. 556 7.998
- 5.5
Industry Total
Containerboard Consumption (Thousands of Tons)
Year
Month
Percent Change Year-to-Date Percent Change
2023 2022
2. 5387 2. 6314
- 3.5
23.3187 24.8978
- 6 .3
Container Board Inventory - Corrugator Plants (Thousands of Tons)
Corrugator Plants Only
Date
Percent Change Weeks of Supply
Percent Change
Sept. Aug.
2.2 15 2 2. 1606
2.5
3. 5 3. 6
- 2.8
Shipping Days
Year
Month
Year-to-Date
2023 2022
2 0 2 1
1 89 1 91
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Pratt Industries To Invest $500M For Green Infrastructure In PA Conyers, Georgia based Pratt Industries, a private compa- ny owned by Australian billionaire Anthony Pratt, is dedi- cating $500 million for recycling and green energy infra- structure in Pennsylvania, according to media reports. Pennsylvania Josh Shapiro was onsite for the announce- ment at the company’s facility in central Pennsylvania. The company employs more than 800 people in five counties in Pennsylvania. “Pratt Industries is the world's largest privately-owned company that manufactures 100 percent recycled packag- ing and paper,” Shapiro said. Officials say the investment will lead to hundreds more jobs in the state. Shapiro says the company has shown that companies can create jobs while helping the environment. “Pratt Industries is the world's largest privately-owned company that manufactures 100 percent recycled packag- ing and paper,” Shapiro said. He said it is important to have foreign companies invest in the state, and that Commerce Department data shows that foreign-owned companies invest in the state, created more jobs in Pennsylvania than any other state. “That's good for business. It's good for Pennsylvanians, it's good for our workers and it's great for our future. I want
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Survey Shows Shoppers Willing To Pay More For Sustainable Packaging BY GREG KISHBAUGH Online shoppers are frustrated with a glut of packages ar- riving too big for the products being shipped, too flimsy, covered with too much tape or not being waterproof or recyclable, according to a survey conducted by DS Smith. Consumers in the survey (81 percent) overwhelmingly said sustainability of packaging matters to them, so much so that about 40 percent would pay more for that. A third said they would pay up to 24 percent more, and nearly another third would pay at least 25 percent or more. DS Smith said the results underscore its efforts to pro- vide environmentally friendly products that replace prob- lem plastics, remove carbon from supply chains and pro-
vide recycling solutions. The poll also showed widespread support among consumers to recycle. More than 40 per- cent said their recycling has increased since the onset of the COVID pandemic in March 2020, and nearly 70 per- cent said they recycle cardboard packaging from online deliveries always or most of the time. That embrace of recycling matches the spike in e-com- merce, with two thirds saying their frequency of buying
online has increased, and more than half saying they expect that to continue to grow. Still, consumers expressed frustrations. Citing boxes with too much extra space, 38 percent said about half of their deliveries were filled with air and 39 percent said it was a quarter of air. Among other problems with their packages: • Too big for the products being shipped, 41 percent • Uses too much filler, 29 percent • Not waterproof, 27 percent • Is flimsy and easily damaged, 25 percent • Uses too much plastic tape, 24 percent In a signal of their push for sustainable products, two thirds of consumers (64 per- cent) surveyed said they would be more likely to purchase products either pack- aged in or using paper and cardboard so it can be reused or recycled. • Difficult to open, 21 percent • Not recyclable, 12 percent Oversized boxes containing excess packing material take up more space during transit, so the potential ripple effect is un- necessary delivery trips, which can have an impact on the amount of carbon emissions being produced. “Online shopping remains popular so the onus is on business to design out waste and make sure materials can stay in use for as long as possible,” said DS Smith’s Mela- nie Galloway, Vice President Sales Market- ing and Innovation. “The idea of oversized boxes, containing excess packing material, that in turn overly fill delivery trucks, is not something any of us should perpetuate - consumers don’t want it, businesses can’t afford it, and ultimately the planet won’t thank us for it.”
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AICC To Host Three Hazmat Webinars for Packaging Manufacturers AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, is pleased to announce a series of free webinars aimed at providing valuable insights and information on hazardous materials (hazmat) for packaging manufacturers. The webinars will cover critical topics related to Hazardous Material Regula- tions (HMR) in the United States. The instructor is Lonnie Jaycox, an independent pack- aging engineer, consultant, and trainer in the implementa- tion of compliance systems and packaging programs for regulated materials including hazardous materials. Jaycox has spent more than 30 years designing, testing, manu- facturing, and implementing packaging programs for the transportation of hazardous materials. He is active in in- dustry and related organizations including AICC. The webinar topics are set for the following dates: Hazardous Materials General & Security Awareness, February 6, 2024: This webinar offers a comprehensive overview of Hazardous Material Regulations, focusing on general and security awareness. It aims to familiarize hazmat employees with the structure and concepts of the HMR, meeting specific regulatory requirements. Partici- pants will gain a deeper understanding of their responsi- bilities under the HMR, helping to prevent mistakes that could lead to violations.
Hazardous Materials: Marking and Labeling | Febru- ary 7, 2024 : This webinar delves into the requirements outlined in 49 CFR Subparts D (Marking) and E (Labeling) of Part 172, as applicable to boxmakers. Participants will gain insights into the specific marking and labeling regula- tions relevant to their operations and the marks and labels they print on behalf of their customers in the packaging manufacturing industry. Boxmaker: 4G Boxes and the HMR | February 8, 2024: The final webinar in the series provides a detailed analysis of the requirements of 49 CFR Subparts L and M of Part 178 as applicable to box converters. It specifically addresses the roles and responsibilities of boxmakers that perform regulated functions on behalf of their customers. These webinars are designed to equip packaging manu- facturers with the knowledge and understanding neces- sary to navigate and comply with hazardous material reg- ulations effectively. Register at www.AICCbox.org/Calendar. Participants may attend live. The recording will also be available for individual purchase or with the All Access Pass which al- lows all employees to watch webinar recordings on their schedule and revisit them to ensure they have absorbed the vital information. Learn more at www.AICCbox.org/ Pass . Questions can be directed to Taryn Pyle, Director of Education & Leadership Development, tpyle@AICCbox. org, or Chelsea May, Education and Training Manager, cmay@AICCbox.org or (703) 836-2422.
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Revisiting Paper Packaging’s Circular Economy As Court Rules On Plastics Ban A Canadian Federal Court recently announced its ruling in response to the lawsuit brought forward by the Responsible Plastic Use Coalition (RPUC), made up of companies from the plastics industry, who requested a judicial
review of the federal government’s decision to add plastic manufactured items (PMIs) to the List of Tox- ic Substances under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA). By classifying PMIs as a toxic substance, the government was able to enact the Single-use Plas- tics Prohibitions Regulations, which came into ef- fect December 2022, restricting the manufacture, import and sale of certain single-use plastic prod- ucts.
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The Federal Court’s decision in the Responsible Plastic Use Coalition vs. Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) case ruled that the government’s order to add certain plastics to CEPA was “unreasonable and unconstitutional.” According to a brief from McMillan LLP, the court’s decision does not change the legislation currently in effect. Businesses who manufacture, distribute, sell, supply or use the six categories of single-use plastic prod- ucts that are subject to the Regulations should continue to comply. The Federal Government also announced its intention to appeal the court’s decision. That said, the Canadian Government is unlikely to withdraw from its efforts to address plastic pollution and its Zero Plastics Waste Agenda. At the end of the day, the federal government is sending a clear message to Canadian consumers and businesses: there is simply too much packaging waste, and too much of that packaging waste is plastic. PPEC has written about What Reducing Plastics Means for the Canadi- an Paper Packaging Industry before, and this lawsuit does not change our view. There will continue to be more demand for alternative packaging materials – including recyclable paper-based packaging – in response to growing plastic reduction initiatives, both here in Canada and around the world. But what it does change is what it means to have a circular economy, which is defined by the Government of Canada as: In a circular economy, nothing is waste. The circular economy retains and recovers as much val- ue as possible…It’s about using valuable resources wisely, thinking about waste as a resource instead of a cost, and finding innovative ways to bet- ter the environment and the economy. The term “circular economy” is everywhere, even though the actual model of using (and reusing) resources wisely is not everywhere. To PPEC and its members, the circular economy is more than just a term, it’s an action inherent and embedded in our industry’s operations. Canada’s paper packaging circular economy starts with sustainable forest management. And despite misconceptions, the paper packaging industry does not use much in the way of freshly cut trees, and the little that is harvested must be regenerated by law. The mill produces the material used to make packaging, using mostly recycled content, and responsibly sourced wood chips and sawmill resi- dues. It is then formed into rolls of paper and sent to a converter, where it is made into recyclable packaging products. Once used by the customer, CONTINUED ON PAGE 16
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so complex. Plastic is a complicated material made from a non-renewable resource, and there are many different types of resins with different properties. Generally speaking, the types of plastics that are re- covered and recycled the most are those that have es- tablished end markets in place where used plastic can be readily sold so that they can be used in place of virgin ma- terials. Which means that only some forms of plastics can be recycled, as evidenced by that 9 percent figure above. Which further means that only some types of plastics may be able to develop the necessary conditions needed for a circular economy model. Most materials can be recycled if given the right condi- tions, such as access to recycling and active recycling by consumers, minimal contamination, available and effective processing technologies and equipment, and most impor- tantly, the existence of established end markets, which al- low recycled materials to be bought and used in place of virgin materials. That doesn’t mean those conditions exist for all mate- rials consistently or at scale. But they do exist for paper packaging, which is one of the most widely recycled ma- terials. For Canada’s paper packaging industry, treating paper packaging as the valuable resource that it is – a renew- able resource that can be used again and again through the act of recycling – is built right into our industry’s DNA. CONTINUED ON PAGE 18
it is recycled, and makes its way back to the mill to start the process over so that it can be remade into new paper packaging products. And this happens up to seven times. This blog is not meant to provide a legal perspective on the court’s ruling, but its purpose is to reinforce the im- portance of circular economies and to once again show how paper packaging is a shining example of a circular economy successful story. According to data from ECCC, Canadians throw away over 3 million tonnes of plastic waste every year, of which 9 percent is recycled; which means that 91 percent of that plastic waste is not diverted or recovered, representing a lost opportunity of $7.8 billion, according to the Economic Study of the Canadian Plastic Industry, Markets and Waste. We know that the Canada Plastics Pact (CPP) is work- ing to create a circular economy in Canada, and they have several targets they are looking to achieve by 2025, in- cluding having 50 percent of plastic packaging recycled or composted, and to achieve 30 percent recycled content across all plastic packaging. These are laudable goals that, if achieved, could help address the rapid proliferation of plastic waste. But it doesn’t necessarily mean that a circular economy ap- proach could be developed for all forms of plastics. The business and environmental case is clear, but what’s less clear is how to approach a material that is
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PMMI Report Shows Labor Shortage, E-Commerce Driving Automation PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, announced a report it produced showing that labor and skills shortages are pushing consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies to invest in warehouse automation solutions. The report, Packaging and Automation in the Ware- houses of the Future, also shows that growing e-com- merce activity and rising direct-to-consumer demands have resulted in warehousing and fulfillment operations becoming more complex, increasing the demand for mixed and layered pallets. With these new trends, CPG companies are turning to warehouse automation solutions such as palletizers and mobile robots, according to the PMMI report. More than one in four (25 percent) warehouses will have some form of automation installed by 2027, leaping from just 14 per- cent in 2017 and 18 percent at the end of 2021. The PMMI survey shows that less than 20 percent of CPG firms op- erate mostly automated warehouses today, and very few report they are fully automated. PACK EXPO East, set for March 18–20, 2024 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center, in Philadelphia will be an opportunity to explore some of the latest warehouse automation solutions. Visit packexpoeast.com .
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Recycling is essential to the Canadian paper packaging industry’s long-standing and successful circular economy, and allows raw materials to flow for longer, reducing the need to extract virgin materials. The average recycled content for domestic shipments of containerboard and boxboard – used to make some of the most common forms of paper-based packaging such as corrugated cardboard and paperboard – is just over 80 percent, according to PPEC’s 2022 Recycled Content Sur- vey Report. PPEC member companies are good at making recycla- ble products out of recycled materials. It’s at the core of what they do every day, and in many cases, our members have their own recycling divisions to make sure they have a good supply of recycled paper fibres to use as their pri- mary feedstock. That approach didn’t just start now, or even a few years ago, it has been an inherent part of our industry’s business models for decades. We’re not here to pit materials against each other, but when the term “circular economy” is thrown around so much it can dilute the meaning of what it means to truly have a circular economy. And the paper packaging indus- try truly has an effective and successful circular economy. Rachel Kagan is the Executive Director of the Paper & Paperboard Packaging Environmental Council (PPEC).
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BCN(US)202308(QS1227)(o)(出血5mm).pdf 1 2023/8/28 下午 02:01:31 “Our goal is to provide packaging solutions that meet the protection needs of products while being environmen- tally responsible. Hexpand provides the ideal balance that our clients require,” says Richard Brown, President and This new category offers a sustainable alternative to traditional resin-based solutions designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers and businesses alike, with- out compromising on product protection or environmental responsibility. Hexpand can be incorporated into existing box structures or used as a stand-alone insert. Each project is custom designed to meet the specific size, weight, and protective needs of the product being packaged. The BoxMaker Partners With Hexpand On Packaging Solution Kent, Washington based The BoxMaker, a manufacturer of custom corrugated packaging, and Hexpand, inventors of innovative packaging solutions, announced a partnership to bring to market an environmentally-friendly packaging option that redefines the retention and suspension pack- aging landscape. Designed by the Hexpand team and manufactured by The BoxMaker, Hexpand is a protective packaging format that offers the market a paper-based suspension and re- tention packaging option, ensuring robust product protec- tion while adhering to eco-conscious principles.
Co-Owner of The BoxMaker. Steve Martin, Co-Founder of Hexpand, said they are thrilled to bring to market a 100 percent curbside recycla- ble offering that can be tailor-made to protect a diverse range of products. “The BoxMaker’s industry-leading digital converting equipment makes them the perfect manufacturing and distribution partner for this product,” he said. Hexpand is made en- corrugated materials from SFI Certified suppliers in North America, prioritizing whenever possible local mills who offer the highest available post-consumer recy- cled content. With digital production manufacturing facilities located in Seattle, Washington, and Lowell, Arkansas, The Box- Maker currently offers Hexpand solutions to their clients throughout the United States through all three of their sales channels: Enterprise, Trade, and Fantastapack. For more information about Hexpand, visit www.box- maker.com/hexpand . tirely from corrugated fiber- board, the most recovered packaging material in use today. The BoxMaker sources
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AIR CONVEYING CORPORATION is a recognized leader in the industry of Pneumatic Conveying Systems and has been in business since 1968. As an equipment manufacturer rather than simply a sales organization, we have complete control over the quality of material and products which make up your proposed system. Our equipment is found in Printing, Folding Carton and Corrugated plants throughout the country and the world.
sylvania based PaperWorks Industries Inc. announced the acquisition of The Standard Group, a converter of custom printed paperboard packaging with a manufac- turing location in Louisville, Kentucky founded in 1932. • Pratt Opens $253M Box Factory In Cedar Hill, TX : Conyers, Georgia-based Pratt Industries, a 100 percent recycled paper and packaging companies, announced the opening of its new $253 million advanced manu- facturing box factory in Cedar Hill, Texas. • ICPF Announces Nominations To Circle of Dis- tinguished Leaders : The International Corrugated Packaging Foundation, co-sponsored by AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, and Fibre Box As- sociation, announced the nominations of Dennis Colley and Pete Watson for induction into ICPF’s Circle of Dis- tinguished Leaders. • Haire Group Names Tina Christiansen New Client Services Manager : Merrillville, Indiana based Haire Group has announced the appointment of Tina Chris- tiansen as its new Client Services Manager to advance the company's customer-centric approach. • EAM-Mosca Announces $20.6M Expansion In PA : Ha- zle Township, Pennsylvania based EAM-Mosca Corp., one of Pennsylvania’s premier innovation-focused manufacturers, announced breaking ground on a new facility at its headquarters. • Rusken Packaging Appoints Susan Brackett New General Manager : Cullman, Alabama based Rusken Packaging announced the promotion of Susan Brackett to her new role as the General Manager of the compa- ny's Knoxville, Tennessee facility. • Volk Packaging Invests In Haire Group Apstar HG2 Flexo Folder Gluer, Rotary Die Cutter : Biddeford, Maine based Volk Packaging Corporation, a third-gen- eration family owned and operated corrugated sheet plant, announced two major investments in equipment from Haire Group that had significantly improved their capacity and capabilities. • Akers Packaging Opens New Facility In University Park, IL : Middletown, Ohio based Akers Packaging Service Group announced that its Chicago team had started operations from their new home in University Park, Illinois. • Pamarco Invests In 500-Watt Harmony Laser For At- lanta Plant : Roselle, New Jersey based Pamarco an- nounced its investment in a state-of-the-art 5.5M, 500- watt Harmony laser for its Atlanta, Georgia plant. • Monroe Rubber & Plastic Approved By ISEGA Cer- tification Institute : Monroe, Michigan based Monroe Rubber & Plastic, Inc. announced that its complete line of ejection materials was approved by the ISE GA cer- tification institute. • G.F. Puhl: Celebrating 40 Years In Business : The team at Gallatin, Tennessee based G.F. Puhl Company, Inc. CONTINUED ON PAGE 24
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bersburg, Pennsylvania. • Hood Container Acquires Sustainable Printing LLC : Atlanta, Georgia based Hood Container Corporation announced that it had acquired Sustainable Printing LLC of Dalton, Georgia. • WestRock To Close Paper Mill In Tacoma, Washing- ton : Atlanta, Georgia based WestRock Company an- nounced it would permanently close its paper mill in Tacoma, Washington, as part of a strategy to consoli- date production at more than 300 facilities worldwide. • CD&R Affiliate To Acquire Veritiv Corporation : Atlan- ta, Georgia based Veritiv Corporation announced it would be acquired by an affiliate of Clayton, Dubilier & Rice, LLC. • Baysek Machines Mourns Loss Of Its Founder David Helbach : David Helbach, founder and former president of Baysek Machines, Inc. and corrugated industry giant, died unexpectedly on July 30. • Granite Creek Capital Partners Invest In Salem One : Chicago, Illinois based Granite Creek Capital Partners LLC announced a new platform investment in Salem One, a provider of corporate communication solutions, including packaging, and logistics services. • SUN Announces Strategic Partnership With AL-GAR : Glen Arm, Maryland based SUN Automation Group an- nounced entering into an exclusive strategic partner- ship agreement with AL-GAR.
honored its visionary leader, Gregg Puhl. • Huston Patterson/Lewisburg Printing Name Ton- ya Kowa-Morelli New COO : Decator, Illinois based Huston Patterson Printers and Lewisburg Print- ing Company announced that Tonya Kowa-Mo- relli was promoted to Chief Operating Officer. AUGUST • Graphic Packaging To Acquire Bell Incorporated : At- lanta, Georgia based Graphic Packaging announced it would acquire Sioux Falls, North Dakota based Bell Incorporated. • Chickasaw Container Corporation Celebrates 40th ‘Ruby Anniversary’ : Okolona, Mississippi based Chick- asaw Container Corporation marked its 40th Ruby An- niversary and celebrated the install of a new flexo fold- er gluer and a major expansion soon to be complete. • Kongsberg PCS Launches New Customer Experience Center : Ghent, Belgium based Kongsberg Precision Cutting Systems’ announced the grand opening of its brand-new Customer Experience Center at its North American headquarters in Miamisburg, Ohio. • CPG To Build $52.7M Sheet Plant In Chambersburg, PA : Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro announced that Corrugated Partners Group would invest $52.7 mil- lion in the construction of a new sheet plant in Cham-
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• American Baler Company Announces Three New Promotions : Laurie Rospert to General Accountant; Diane Doster to ERP Analyst; and Jill Strausbaugh to Controller. • Fred Harrison, Formerly Of Hycorr Machine, Passes Away At 86 : Fred Harrison passed away peacefully on August 6, 2023, at his home in Sarasota, Florida. • AES Celebrates 35 Years In Business, 10th Anniver- sary Of AirShark : Souderton, Pennsylvania based Ad- vanced Equipment Sales announced the celebration of its 35th year in business alongside the 10th anniversary of one of its industry-leading products, the AirShark ro- tary material separator. • Fosber, HP Form Partnership To Enhance Solutions For Digital Print : Palo Alto, California based HP an- nounced a strategic relationship with Green Bay, Wis- consin based Fosber, a machinery manufacturer for the corrugated packaging industry, as part of the PWI SmartStream Solutions Partner Program. • Amtech Software Announces Launch Of Advanced Shipment Planning Module : Fort Washington, Penn- sylvania based Amtech announced the launch of Ad- vanced Shipment Planning, a new module for their En- Core ERP. • Kolbus America Announces New Headquarters In Huntersville, NC : Kolbus America announced the relo- cation of its headquarters. • AICC Announces Evan Clary Elected Emerging Lead- ers Delegate : The Independent Packaging Association, Emerging Leaders selected Evan Clary, North American Sales Manager for Evan Clary National Corrugated Ma- chinery, to join the Emerging Leaders leadership team. • Koenig & Bauer Honors Paul Malnove, Founder Of Malnove Inc. : Dallas, Texas based Koenig & Bau- er North America announced the commemoration of its longstanding partnership with Malnove In- corporated in honor of the firm’s late founder, Paul Malnove, at the unveiling of its new Koenig & Bau- er Rapida 145 press at its Omaha, Nebraska facility. SEPTEMBER • Mary Drain, FBA Technical Director, Announces Re- tirement : Mary Alice Drain, Fibre Box Association’s Di- rector of Technical Services, announced her retirement effective August 31, 2023. • Koenig & Bauer Forms Partnership With Graphics Arts Alliance : Dallas, Texas based Koenig & Bauer North America announced that it was chosen as the Graphic Arts Alliance’s first preferred press/post press partner to work with its American membership of over 300 commercial printers and packaging firms. • ePS Showcased Software Solutions For Corrugators At CorrExpo : Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania based eProduc- tivity Software provided a post-show report following
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