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Millennials Drive Packaging Change
Kodak Sells Flexo Business
Eastman Kodak Company has en- tered into a definitive agreement to sell its Flexographic Packaging Divi- sion to Montagu Private Equity LLP, a leading private equity firm. After closing, the business will operate as a new standalone company that will develop, manufacture and sell flexo- graphic products, including the flag- ship KODAK FLEXCEL NX System, to the packaging print segment. New Ownership Under its new ownership, the busi- ness will have the same organization- al structure, management team and growth culture as the current Kodak’s Flexographic Packaging Division. Chris Payne, who has served as Presi- dent of the Flexographic Packaging Division for the last three years, will lead the new company as CEO. Kodak expects to receive total value of up to $390 million, com- prised of the following components: (1) base purchase price of $340 mil- lion, subject to purchase price ad- justments; (2) potential earn-out
MM illennials prefer shopping online more than other age groups, and a new survey finds that what they like about product packaging differs, too. In six years of surveys, functionality has ranked as most valued when tallying answers from the general population for the Pack- aging Matters report byWestRock paper packaging company.
“Packaging needs to do its job,” said the 2018 report, based on a survey of about 2,000 U.S. adults by an independent research firm.A product’s wrapper, box, bottle or other container should stop it from leaking, keep the item safe and be easy to use. However, millennials, more than other generations, favor pack- aging that stands out and makes their lives simpler, with designs that can be found easily when shopping and store well at home. Nickie Parker,WestRock VP of Commercial Excellence, points out that many millennials live in smaller spaces and enjoy new looks and shapes for packages, which some feature in #shelfie photos online showing their storage spaces.
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Resource Label Group Acquires Best Label
Resource Label Group, a full-service provider of pressure sensitive label, shrink sleeve and RFID/NFC technology for the packaging industry, has acquired Best Label Company. Best Label represents the fourth acquisition in recent months for Resource Label, a portfolio company of First Atlantic Capital, a New York-based private investment firm, and TPG Growth, the middle market and growth equity investment platform of TPG. Labeling Solutions Located in Cerritos, California, and Union City, Cali- fornia, Best Label provides labeling solutions across a variety of segments including the food, beverage, health and beauty, pharmaceutical, automotive, agri- cultural and chemical industries. Resource Label Group, headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, is a pressure-sensitive label, shrink sleeve and RFID/NFC manufacturer with diverse product of- ferings for the food, beverage, chemical, household products, personal care, nutraceutical, pharmaceuti- cal, medical device, and technology industries. It oper- ates 18 locations across the United States and Canada.
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Innova Market Insights Identifies Consumer Trends Targeting increasingly adventurous consumers, set on new discoveries and experiences, will be key to developments in the food and beverage industry in 2019, according to a new report from Innova. Innova Market Insights’ top five trends for 2019 are: Discovery: the Adventurous Consumer The food and beverage industry is increasingly focus- ing on satisfying the adventurous consumer. Con- sumers are moving out of their comfort zones to explore bolder flavors and multisensory food experi- ences.There is a focus on heightened sensory delivery, often combined with an element of the unexpected. The Plant Kingdom The plant-based market shows no signs of slowing down. Companies and brands are greening up their portfolios to attract mainstream consumers who want to add more plant-based options into their diets. For many, going plant-based is about achieving a healthy and sustainable balance between meat and vegetables, rather than adopting an all-or-nothing way of eating. Alternatives to All As more consumers pay attention to health & sus- tainability, replacement foods and ingredients are on the rise. Health remains the number one reason to buy food alternatives, with one in two U.S. con- sumers reporting that health is a reason for buying al- ternatives to bread, meat or dairy. The search for alternative proteins has resulted in a rising use of black beans, lentils, peas, rice, nuts & seeds, chickpea, and even insects, as protein ingredients for foods. Green Appeal The industry is increasingly committing to answer- ing customer expectations around sustainability.This is driving corporate goals, as manufacturers commit to sustainable product and packaging development with a range of initiatives.This includes waste reduc- tion through upcycled ingredients and post-con- sumer recycling, as well as improved biodegradability and new technology, such as compostable capsules and vegetable inks. Snacking: the Definitive Occasion Snacking is no longer the optional extra, but the defin- itive occasion. It is a central focus of innovation across all food and beverage categories, with 10 percent aver- age annual growth of global food and beverage launch- es with a snacking claim over the past 5 years.
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AICC Offers Corrugated Packaging Fundamentals AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, is once again offering its Corrugated Packaging Funda- mentals Seminar, April 30-May 1, 2019, at President Container in Middletown, NewYork.The seminar gives attendees the opportunity to understand everything corrugated, from raw material choices to end use. AICC relies on members to host many of the semi- nars offered around the country to enhance the learning experience of attendees. This seminar will include a tour of President Con- tainer, a manufacturer of corrugated shipping con- tainers and point of purchase displays.The company uses sustainable materials and produces more than 2.4 billion square feet of corrugated products annual- ly. President Container specializes in items for the food & beverage, cosmetic, garment, and other com- mercial industries. Seminar topics include: • Containerboard Substrates &Applications • Manufacturing Variations • Sustainability • Package Design • Prepress • Printing & Converting
Instructors Dan Malenke, President, PKGPRO, LLC, and Ralph Young,AICC Corrugated Technical Advisor, bring nearly 50 years of experience to the lectern and hands-on activities offered during the course. Global Sustainable Packaging Market To Hit $101.19 Billion The global sustainable packaging market 2018 is esti- mated to accomplish $101.19 Billion by 2023, with a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 5.23 percent throughout the forecast and registered $137.39 Billion in 2017, according to a report from Research Mentor. Coveris Installs Vetaphone Corona Systems Coveris Americas has installed Vetaphone corona systems at its manufacturing plant in Matthews, North Carolina, as part of a strategic plan to standard- ize production with its sister company in the UK, which operates four Vetaphone units. The company specializes in the development and manufacture of precision coated papers, films and special substrates for the electronics, medical, and optical industries.
Industry Events
Graph Expo 19 Sept. 22-25, 2019 Orange County COnvention Center Orlando, FL
Flexo Foundations Seminar December 5-6, 2018 Sonoco Institute, Clemson University Clemson, South Carolina
Labelexpo Europe Sept. 24-27, 2019 Brussels Expo Brussels, Belgium Print19 Oct. 3-5, 2019 McCormick Place Chicago, IL
All4Pack Nov. 26-29, 2018 Paris, France
TLMI Converter Meeting March 10-13, 2019 Omni Grove Park Inn Asheville, NC
TLMI Annual Meeting October 27-30, 2019 Omni LaCosta Resort & Spa Carlsbad, CA TLMI Converter Meeting March 8-10, 2020 Four Seasons Austin,TX
FTA Annual Meeting May 6-7, 2019 Ernest N. Morial Convention Center New Orleans, LA
printTHINK Summit Sept. 11-13, 2019 Hyatt Regency O’Hare Rosemont, IL
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“They’re looking for the package to tell them some- thing,” Parker said. Younger adults also go against generational trends when asked about trust in packaging, a key to brand loyalty. Millennials have significantly less trust in packaging in most categories. Brand Trust Overall, people say packaging is a significant driver of trust because it prevents tampering, keeps their families safe and communicates honestly, including identifying potential dangers. For building trust, they rank those features above characteristics related to a company “doing good,” such as using ethical manu- facturing and offering recyclability. But millennials say more often that brands can build trust by “doing good,” especially with products made ethically and responsibly. “As the rising generation of new parents, new busi- ness leaders and new decision-makers, their perspec- tive as consumers is an important consideration for brand marketers,” the report said. Harper Corporation of America recently earned its ISO 9001:2015 recertification through DNV GL affirm- ing its commitment to quality management. Harper Corporation of America earned its initial certification in 1996 and has maintained compliance for more than 20 years. Each recertification is valid for three years. Hamillroad Software Launches Partner Program Hamillroad Software launched the Hamillroad Part- ner Program aimed at establishing mutually beneficial relationships with providers of complementary prod- ucts in the printing and graphic arts industry. Potential partners are providers of products, which support Hamillroad’s Digitally Modulated Screening (DMS) prepress solutions: Auraia DMS for offset/lith- ographic printing, and Bellissima DMS for f lexo- graphic printing. Flexible Plastic Packaging Market To Reach $130 Billion The Global Flexible Plastic Packaging Market is ex- pected to exceed more than $130.05 Billion by 2022 at a CAGR of 5 percent in the given forecast period, according to a report from Market Research Engine. Harper Corp. Earns ISO Recertification
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ICPF To Connect With Students In Teleconference The International Corrugated Packaging Founda- tion will conduct its annual Teleconference on The Business of Corrugated Packaging & Displays and the Career Opportunities on February 21, 2019. As in past years, 400-500 packaging, graphic design, mar- keting & sales, chemical & mechanical engineering, supply chain management, business and other stu- dents and faculty on 15-20 college campuses are ex- pected to participate. This annual event is not a webcast, but a live video conference utilizing professional WKAR TV person- nel and TV broadcast equipment at central Michi- gan’s PBS studios for two-way interactivity. After their presentation, industry panel speakers, Jeff Chalovich, President Corrugated Packaging,West- Rock; Greg Hall, CEO, Smurfit Kappa North Americ, and student moderator Taylor Jensen, Michigan State Packaging ’19 & Landaal Packaging Student Intern, will address live questions from students on each of the participating campuses. Best Of The Best Campuses that are planning to participate include Appalachian State University, Bowling Green State University, California Polytechnic State University, Clemson University, Dunwoody College of Technolo- gy, Indiana State University, Illinois State University, Lewis-Clark State College, Michigan State University, Millersville University, North Carolina A & T Universi- ty, North Carolina State University, Pittsburg State University, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, University of Florida, University of Texas- Arlington, University of Wisconsin-Stout,Virginia Tech andWestern Michigan. The Teleconference-s grand finale will include ICPF’s annual Best of the Best, Student Design Pre- sentation Competition. Student teams, that earlier placed in AICC's 2018 design competition, will be competing for cash prizes. Student teams from Ap- palachian State, Cal Poly, and University of Texas - Ar- lington will be tasked to show, tell and sell their winning entries by explaining the objective, the re- search conducted, design and other background. Anti Counterfeit Packaging Market To Surpass $206.57B The Anti-Counterfeit Packaging Market is expected to exceed more than $206.57 billion by 2022 at a CAGR of 14 percent in the given forecast period, ac- cording to a report from Market Watch.
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Highlighting the key demand drivers of the tamper evident labels market, the study suggests that increas- ing emphasis on preventing pilferage and product la- beling policies in the pharmaceutical industry will remain crucial to the prospects of tamper evident label manufacturers. According to the study, demand from the pharmaceutical industry is expected to sur- pass US$ 7 billion by 2028. The study forecasts that demand from automotive in- dustry will grow at more than 7 percent Compound Annual Growth Rate during the forecast period. The report estimates barcode technology to remain sought-after among end-use industries, recording vol- ume sales in excess of 5,000 million square meters. In a bid to optimize the production cost, manufactur- ers persistently seek barcode technology, which pro- vides cost-effective and reliable methods of labeling. The study estimates that the RFID and NFC tagged tamper evident labels will witness the most attractive growth both in terms of value and volume against the backdrop of growing digitalization. Cincinnati State Supports SGP Cincinnati State has been announced as the newest resource partner for The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP).The college joins a growing list of leading brands and organizations that support sus- tainable printing initiatives. Cincinnati State has a long history as a supporter of green business. Through its sustainability initiatives, Cincinnati State has achieved the following results: • Fully transitioning to soybean and water-based inks; • Developing flexographic and offset plates with plain tap water; • Recycling paper; and • Buying 95 percent of supplies from local vendors. Flexo Market News November 26, 2018 9 www.nvpublications.com AICC Partners With JobPath Flexo Market News I NTERNET D IRECTORY AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, has partnered with JobPath, an online job portal de- signed to connect military veterans with employers and to help members solve their ongoing need for qualified candidates. “This is a very exciting program that we are an- nouncing. Everyone can get behind hiring veterans and their family members,” said Mike D’Angelo, AICC Vice President.“JobPath’s unique platform will ensure that there is a great fit between the veteran hired and the AICC member company doing the hiring.” Launched in 2013, JobPath, the first employment engine in the market designed for military veterans and their families provides companies a platform that uses advanced technology to help employers under- stand and connect with the most qualified veteran candidates. “JobPath was designed to serve as a technology so- lution for veteran hiring, utilizing artificial intelli- gence and machine learning to match employers to the most qualified candidates,” said Jack Fanous, CEO of JobPath. “With this powerful platform at their dis- posal,AICC will offer an incredible tool to help their members recruit the best veteran candidates for their open positions.” JobPath features multiple tools to bring veterans and employers together, including, a Job Board, Can- didate Database, Candidate Matching, an automated matching tool that connects employers with candi- dates whose skills meet the company’s requirements, and a Military Skills Translator, allowing companies to fully understand what job a veteran held in the mili- tary and how their skills may apply to open positions at the company. The platform will link to certain AICC Packaging School courses so that candidates can get an understanding of the packaging industry, another step to ensuring a good match. Mark Andy Print Products Partners With RotoMetrics Mark Andy Print Products, the supplies, and consum- ables division of Mark Andy Inc., has been named the preferred global distributor of RotoMetrics print cylin- ders and magnetic cylinders.The partnership supports Mark Andy Print Products’ commitment to maximizing uptime and pressroom efficiency, offering printers and converters best-in-class offerings for their tooling needs and the ability to get all their printing equip- ment, supplies, and services from a single source. Adheso-Graphics, Inc. www.adheso-graphics.com AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current tech- nology flexo mounting tapes and backing systems for cor- rugated plate mounting. Flexstik hard vinyl, FlexSoft, bi.esse brand, Gold Series Thin tapes for sleeve and Narrow web plate mounting. Specialty tapes that cover the vast thickness range re- quirements and specific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting requirements. We provide technical service and problem solving services for unique customers & applications. Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distributor of flexo- graphic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imag- ing systems and software specifically designed for flexography. ARC International www.ARCInternational.com ARC International is a world leader in the manufacturing of roller products for flexography. The latest nanotechnolo- gy laser engraving in our Charlotte and Las Vegas manu- facturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers. Comexi Group Industries S.A.U. www.comexigroup.com The Comexi Group is a leading supplier of quality flexographic C.I. presses for the flexible packaging indus- try worldwide. We also provide solventless laminators, slitter/rewinders and related peripheral equipment such as automatic wash-up systems, solvent recovery sys- tems, automatic roll unloaders, and plate cylinder/sleeve storage systems. DuPont Packaging Graphics is the world’s leading suppli- er of flexographic printing systems in digital and conven- tional formats; including Cyrel® brand photopolymer plates, Cyrel® FAST processing equipment, Cyrel® round sleeves, mounting and finishing products. For more than 35 years, beginning with Cyrel®, the first photopolymer printing plate, through to today’s digital workflow revolution, DuPont has been driving innovation in the Flexo and package printing industries. The Digital Cyrel® FAST imaging system has been broad- ly recognized for its efficiency, productivity, print perfor- mance, and environmental benefits. DuPont Packaging Graphics www.cyrel.com/na 10 November 26, 2018 Flexo Market News www.nvpublications.com Innovation Automation at your fingertips - with the new FA Experience it at the Nilpeter Technology Centers in Denmark, USA, and Thailand visit nilpeter.com Flexo Market News I NTERNET D IRECTORY ARC International Barry King has been promoted to the position of Corporate Technical Specialist for ARC International. In a career with ARC spanning 32 years, King has worked in the areas of laser technology, production manage- ment, R&D and regional sales and technical service. Harper Corp. Of America Josh Sigmon has been named by Harper Corporation of America as the new Sales & Technical Manager for the Eastern Region of the world. In this role, he will serve the entire Eastern Hemisphere including Eu- rope, the Asia-Pacific region, and the Middle East. Sigmon served as Technical Ac- count Manager for the Central Plains Region prior to being appointed to this new role. Esko Mattias Byström has been appoint- ed President, effective January 1, 2019, of Esko, succeeding Udo Pa- nenka, who is leaving the company to pursue new opportunities. People & Places Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com Eaglewood Technologies is the Anilox Roll Cleaning Ex- pert! We are the creators of Laserlox™ Systems, Sanilox™ Systems and Sani-Blast™ Mobile Service. Laserlox™ and Laserlox™ Flexi are the latest technology in anilox roll cleaning. Sanilox™ Systems are the global standard of reli- able, environmentally safe anilox roll cleaning. Sani-Blast™ cleaning service has been cleaning rolls for over 20 years and offers several cleaning options to minimize downtime. Flint Group Flexographic Products develops, manufactur- ers and markets an extensive portfolio of printing consum- ables, including: nyloflex® photopolymer printing plates and processing equipment, and dayCorr® die-cutting blankets and anvil covers. With a strong customer focus, unmatched service and support, and superior products, Flint Group strives to provide exceptional value, consistent quality and continuous innovation to customers around the world. Flint Group www.flintgrp.com Barry King Josh Sigmon Harper Corporation of America www.harperimage.com We’ve made ceramic anilox rolls longer than anyone in the world and pride ourselves on being the best in the world. Whether wide web, narrow web, newspaper, or cor- rugated markets, Harper continuously strives to bring new flexographic products and services to the printing industry that will improve the quality of your graphics. J I MacWilliam Co., Inc. www.jimacwilliam.com Mattias Byström Used equipment for flexible packaging, folding carton, paper, film, foil and non-woven industries. Professional, knowledgeable service for more than 30 years. Apex Gustavo Soto his been named the newly appointed Direct Technical Representative & Sales for Mexico for Apex International. Soto is joining the Apex North America team from Flexi-Vel, who has been the Apex representative in that region for sev- eral years. In other news, Anton Lesscher has been appointed Corrugated Market Director for Apex International. TRESU Tresu Group has announced that its Flexo Innova- tor printing machine for inline packaging converting will be represented in Poland by GRAW in an extend- ed distribution agreement. GRAW has represented Tresu products for a number of years. Anton Lesscher KBA-Flexotecnica – Get the Edge www.kba-flexotecnica.com/en/ Flexotecnica’s patented Safe Sleeve Change® system and Speedy Clean® auto washup system are designed to give converters a competitive edge through Flexotecnica’s commitment to research and development. Sales, service and support for Flexotecnica presses is provided by KBA North America, Inc. in Dallas, Texas with U.S. resident technicians, an extensive spare parts inventory and an ex- perienced, dedicated service staff. Mark Andy, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of nar- row and mid-web printing and converting equipment. The company has a rich history of delivering solutions to in- crease productivity and profitability for the label and pack- aging markets. The company supplies leading global brands including Comco printing/converting machinery, Mark Andy printing/converting machinery and UVTechnolo- gy curing systems and replacement parts. Mark Andy, Inc. is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with sales and dis- tribution offices in France, Switzerland, and the UK. Mark Andy, Inc. www.markandy.com 12 November 26, 2018 Flexo Market News www.nvpublications.com Kodak Sells Flexo ( Cont’d from Page 1) payments of up to $35 million over the period through 2020 based on achievement by the busi- ness of agreed-upon performance metrics; and (3) $15 million payable by Montagu to Kodak at the closing as a prepayment for various services and products to be provided by Kodak to the business post-closing pursuant to commercial agreements, subject to completion of certain pledge and collat- eral arrangements. The net proceeds from the transaction will be used by Kodak to reduce outstanding term debt.The com- pany expects that the remaining outstanding term debt will be refinanced and/or repaid using cash pro- ceeds from additional asset monetizations. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2019, subject to the receipt of required regulatory approvals and satisfaction of closing conditions. FLAG (Flexo Label Advantage Group LLC) has con- cluded its eighth annual meeting in Toledo, Ohio. For the first time, attendees numbered close to 100 at this networking and educational event. Held in conjunction with the Annual Meeting, FLAG distributed eight awards during the FLAG 2018 Awards Banquet.They were: • Lifetime Achievement Award : Andy Willie, Ex- ecutive Director Emeritus, Independent Carton Group and President of ICG. • FLAG Vendor Partner of the Year Award - 2018 : XEIKON. • Brad Brown Strategic Partner Award - 2018 : Molly Moroni, RotoMetrics. The long-term success of FLAG is based on engage- ment, involvement and purchasing at high levels from all members. In 2018, five member companies received Gold Awards for the highest level of pur- chasing from FLAG Vendor Partners.They are: Graph- ics Universal Inc., Greencastle Pennsylvania; TLF Graphics, Rochester, New York; Niagara Label Co., Inc., Akron, New York; Luminer Converting Group Inc., Lakewood, New Jersey; and Apogee Industries Inc.,West Chester, Pennsylvania At each FLAG Annual Meeting, a member company opens up the doors of its print shop and invites all of the attendees to tour its facility. Members place great value in seeing how a company of their similar size and scope implements processes and sets up their businesses for growth and efficiency.This year, FLAG visited Bollin Label in Toledo, Ohio. 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