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Companies Eye Reducing Footprint by Greg Kishbaugh By 2026, it is estimated that 20 percent of organizations are going to turn their attention to reducing the carbon footprint of their pack- aging over eliminating plastics and facilitating recycling according to recent research from Gartner, Inc., a technological research and con- sulting firm based in Stamford, Connecticut. Digital Edition Exclusive:
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T he ongoing push for sustainability means corrugated board, folding cartons, moulded pulp, flexible and spe- ciality papers, are all receiving new interest from packaging buyers.
Worth a total of $425.4 billion in 2022, multiple factors will interact to push worldwide demand for fibre-based pack- aging to a value of $503.4 bn in 2027, equivalent to a com- pound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.4 percent, according to a new report from Smithers. Across the same period total weight of fibre packaging will increase from 264.4 million tons in 2022 to 316.3 million tons in 2027, a CAGR of 3.7 percent.
A previous statement from the company suggested that 90 percent of organizations with a pledge to
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Retailers and major FMCG companies have signed commitments to make their packaging portfolios more sustainable, according to the report. Paperboard and other fibre formats are readily understood to be recyclable by con- sumers, making these an increasingly popular option. This trend is being supported by official commitments to phase-out single-use plastics; with more jurisdictions copying legislation pioneered in the EU, France, and California. In Development Smithers examines current fibre-based packag- ing design, including profiles of the latest paper- board formats that are being developed to replace single-use polymer packs for food, personal care goods, and beverages. This is posing direct techni- cal challenges. • In food there is a need to develop superior func- tional barrier coatings that can protect fibre mate- rials from grease, oil, and water, while preserving perishable goods, said the report. This has led to many paper converters launching new specialty bar- rier paper grades for use in pouch packaging and food-service applications. These are already gaining traction in segments like fresh produce and confec- Fibre-Based Packaging (Cont’d from Page 1)
tionery; greater diversification will happen as further improvements are made in coating performance; • In beverages, liquid paperboard manufacturers are experimenting with steps like removing alumi- num barrier layers, and high-profile brands – in- cluding Absolut, Carlsberg, and Unilever (Lenor) – have tested fibre-based bottles. Both approaches still rely on polymer-based barrier layers and the emphasis is to design these to be easy to remove in existing material recovery streams, without damag- ing the recovered fibres; • For personal care goods, there is a parallel trend to develop fibre-based packaging materials that can replicate the premium look and feel of existing polymer formats; •Industrial and transit packaging is also using more fibre-based alternatives, especially in protec- tive components and dunnage in direct-to-consum- er e-commerce channels. While innovation will lead to incremental gains for all fibre packaging types across the next five years, one of the strongest growth trajectories is forecast for moulded pulp/fibre, said the report. Multiple line expansions are underway to meet the demand for a more sustainable alternative to thermoformed plastics, employing new coatings and faster pro- duction technology.
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the pace that organizations setting targets back in 2017 and 2018 had hoped for,” said Blake. “Orga- nizations face operational and financial challeng- es that were discovered only through the attempt to deliver their goals, but meaningful progress on sustainability can still be made with more realistic frameworks in place. Smurfit Kappa Invest In Green Energy At Paper Mill Smurfit Kappa will invest 6 million euros at its Sanguesa paper mill in Spain, which will see the construction and installation of up to 12,000 solar panels on land adjacent to the mill. The solar panels will reduce CO2 emissions by more than 3,200 tons annually. Once operational, it is estimated that the panels will generate more than 10 GWh of power annually, which will reduce the current external electricity consumption and dependency by 7 percent. The Spanish solar energy project is the latest for Smurfit Kappa, which has launched similar initia- tives in other plants in Spain, Colombia and Mexico to generate sustainable energy. Construction on the solar panels is expected to be completed by the end of this summer.
transition into 100 percent reusable, recyclable, or compostable packaging by 2025 will not meet their targets; this is expected to motivate a widespread shift in approach. Although this is also thought to result in greenwashing allegations, Gartner sug- gests that companies pushing for stakeholders, customers, and investors to embrace life cycle as- sessment (LCA) as a sustainability metric will have the relevant data to support their contributions to reducing emissions and climate change. LCAs For Packaging John Blake, senior director analyst with the Gart- ner Supply Chain practice, maintains that previ- ous attempts to popularize LCAs for packaging fell short due to the complexity of the data analysis and a lack of relevancy to general attitudes at the time. However, newer developments in data analysis tools are increasing the accessibility of such testing. Therefore, it is anticipated that future sustainable packaging initiatives will take the form of material reduction or adopting materials that are produced, transported, and processed efficiently – all of which are said to be financially viable ways for companies to lower their carbon footprints. “The packaging ecosystem has not advanced at
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Polymer Packaging Acquires William-Allen Company Polymer Packaging, Inc., (PPI), North Canton, Ohio, has acquired The William-Allen Company, a supplier of flexible packaging and containers. William-Allen Company offers a full range of ser- vices including design, production, quality control, inventory management, warehousing and distribu- tion. The company ships nationally and internation- ally from its 33,000 square foot warehouse/distribu- tion center in North Canton. Polymer Packaging, Inc., founded in 1986, pro- vides services to suppliers for the food, medical, pharmaceutical, automotive, industrial and other packaging markets throughout the United States. Hybrid Software Releases Software Update Hybrid Software, an enterprise software compa- ny for the label and packaging industry, has re- leased Packz and Stepz 8.5 PDF production edit- ing software. The release reportedly contains hundreds of new features and enhancements. “We are excited to announce a new feature called Press View,” said Pascal Wybo, Product Manager. “The functionality supplies professionals with in- stant views of how graphics, especially spot col- ors are printed under various printing conditions. In many cases, accurate colors can be printed with fewer inks, less plates, and faster press speeds.” Packz 8.5 also introduces a new feature called Content XML, allowing print service shops to trans- form PDF artwork templates into standard XML markup language. Supremex Acquires Impression Paragraph Supremex Inc. has confirmed it has completed the acquisition of Impression Paragraph Inc., an inte- grated provider of paper-based packaging, print and point of sale products for a broad range of commercial markets. The transaction was concluded for a total consid- eration of approximately $26.6m, on a cash-free and debt-free basis, subject to customary adjust- ments, financed through the company’s existing credit facility. Founded more than 35 years ago, Paragraph oper- ates two facilities located in Ville-Saint-Laurent and SaintHyacinthe, Québec.
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StarPak Improves ECG With Bellissima DMS
StarPak, Houston, Texas, is equipping its pro- duction facility to use Bellissima Digitally Modified Screening (DMS) from Hamillroad Software with expectations to build on its current Expanded Co- lour Gamut (ECG) solutions. StarPak operates high speed, 10-color-wide web, large, repeat-capable flexo presses with extend- ed-gamut printing process. The company offers pre-press and platemaking technologies enhanced by digital plate cells, HD Flat-dot technology and color separation. Rabbit Hole Distillery Collaborates With Domino Rabbit Hole Distillery, located in Louisville, Ken- tucky, produces its own recipes of premium Amer- ican whiskey, and creates shipping cases through a collaboration with Independent 2, a private- ly-owned and operated corrugated manufacturer, and press manufacturer Domino. Winning Recipe Independent 2’s capabilities include designing, manufacturing, warehousing, and delivering corru- gated and packaging that protect their customers’ products in-transit and sells them on store shelves. “The clarity, the color, and the product is out- standing, said Dac Austin, Creative Director of Rabbit Hole Distillery, in regards to the corrugat- ed cases produced by Independent 2. Commenting further on the work of the Domino press, he said, “You think about the digital application on a cor- rugated product. We are able to make edits with color, with typography, and see it within minutes. [I] create a new file, run it through the machine — a Domino X630i digital aqueous inkjet corrugated press — and it’s instantaneous. There’s no mixing of inks, there’s no wipe-up or clean-up for the ma- chinery. It’s just moving the board through. That is something that is magnificent in what we’re able to do. And it shows the merger of the digital and corrugated world.” Domino is a manufacturer and distributor of dig- ital printing and product identification solutions. Celebrating its 45th year in business, Domino is a global organization with world headquarters in the UK, and North America headquarters in Gurnee, Il- linois. The company has 25 subsidiaries, represen- tation in more than 120 countries, and more than 3,000 employees worldwide.
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AWA To Issue Release Liner Industry Report
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AWA will be revealing the new global and region- al market developments in the release liner market. The new edition of AWA Global Release Liner An- nual Review 2023 is said to equip readers with the most up-to-date in-depth data and visual overviews on the global, regional level taking into account the disruptions, the availability of raw materials, and increased competition from suppliers. This report will provide insights to help identify market developments in specific region: • By Substrates • Market Segments • Trends and Growth Drivers S. Walter Packaging Group Acquires Pulver Packaging S. Walter Packaging Group has reached an agree- ment to acquire Elk Grove, Illinois-based folding carton converter, Pulver Packaging. The acquisition reportedly means S. Walter now has the ability to provide all-inclusive services to customers looking for fully customizable packaging solutions. These services include design, sourcing, printing, fabrication, enhancement, warehousing, inventory management, fulfillment and delivery. The Pulver Packaging operations will remain in Elk Grove, Illinois, and will become part of LPI, a Milwaukee, Wisconsin-based division of SWPG. DTM Flexo Services To Rep GEW In Canada With immediate effect, GEW will be represented for its label and narrow web retrofit business across Canada, by DTM Flexo Services. Spare parts and services for Canada will continue to be supplied by GEW. Based in Ontario, DTM Flexo was founded in 2013 by David McBeth, who has worked within the global printing industry for more than 35 years. DTM Flexo offers solutions for flexible packaging CI presses, label, shrink sleeve and mid web press markets across Canada. The company represents many brands in the in- dustry, including Omet, Soma, BST and Lundberg. It also supports Canadian customers with waste management, plate sleeve mounting and de-mount- ing, 100 percent visual inspection systems, anilox rolls and sleeves, anilox roll cleaning systems, anti bounce plate sleeves, carbon fiber bridges, pneu- matic/hydraulic adaptors and more.
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International Paper To Sell 50% Stake In Ilim International Paper has agreed to sell its stake in Ilim Group, reportedly one of the largest integrat- ed manufacturers of pulp and paper in Russia, to its joint venture partners for a $484 million equity value. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals in Russia and values the company at $3.5 billion. International Paper has also received a separate indication of interest from its JV partners to pur- chase all its shares in Ilim Group. The partners have offered to pay $24 million for the company’s 2.39 percent stake in the group. The terms and conditions of the offer are subject to agreement. International Paper said it is looking for an agree- ment to sell its shares in JSC Ilim, along with other non-material residual interests associated with Ilim, to its JV partners. Ilim is a 50/50 joint venture between Internation- al Paper and Ilim Holding. With production facili- ties in the Leningrad, Arkhangelsk and Irkutsk re- gions, the company is also reportedly the largest foreign-domestic alliance in the country’s forestry products sector. It has branches in Koryazhma, Bratsk and Ust-Il- imsk, as well as forestry branches that supply raw materials to its production facilities. Ilim also has two corrugated cardboard plants in the Leningrad and Moscow regions. Last month, the company completed the first wa- ter run of the XcelLine kraft linerboard (KLB) ma- chine at its new KLB Mill in Ust-Ilimsk. The sale comes at a time when several companies are deciding to exit from Russia due to the coun- try’s war with Ukraine. Avery Dennison To Acquire Thermopatch Avery Dennison has signed an agreement to ac- quire Thermopatch, a provider of labeling, embel- lishments, and transfers for the sports, industrial laundry, workwear and hospitality industries. After the deal closes, which is expected to happen in the first quarter of 2023, Thermopatch will become part of the company’s Retail Branding and Information Solutions (RBIS) Apparel Solutions division. Thermopatch, headquartered in Syracuse, New York, had revenues of approximately $40 million in 2022, with around 200 employees, with operations in North America and Europe.
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Esko Plans Packaging Trends Talk Event
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New best practices to help packaging profession- als overcome the challenges and bottlenecks as- sociated with managing 2023 megatrends will be presented at a special event next month, when the Esko Packaging Trends Talk returns. Featuring insights from industry experts and Es- ko’s most recent ebook, 2023 Packaging Trends , the Packaging Trends Talk on February 16 will ex- amine everything from environmental sustainability through to digital transformation, with a focus on recent market trends, industry best practices and how to prosper in the coming year. The 2023 Packaging Trends Talk will feature Gino Van Ossel, Marketing Professor from the Vler- ick School of Business, Belgium, and Torsten Ilse, Global Graphics Director for Mars, sharing exclu- sive information about what brands and suppliers can expect in 2023 and beyond. To register for the February 16 event, simply click here. To download the new ebook, click here. See contact information below for inquiries. Avery Dennison To Acquire Thermopatch Avery Dennison has signed an agreement to ac- quire Thermopatch, a provider of labeling, embel- lishments, and transfers. After the deal closes, which is expected to hap- pen in the first quarter of 2023, Thermopatch will become part of the company’s Retail Branding and Information Solutions (RBIS) Apparel Solu- tions division. Thermopatch, headquartered in Syracuse, New York, had revenues of approximately $40 million in 2022, with around 200 employees, with operations in North America and Europe. Nordvalls Etikett Acquires Kölle Etiketten GmbH Nordvalls Etikett AB, reportedly one of Sweden’s largest label printing companies, has acquired Ger- man Kölle Etiketten GmbH and will take over own- ership from early 2023. Nordvalls acquired English Watermill Press in 2021 and thus establishes its second production unit outside of Sweden. Kölle Etiketten GmbH, located in Esslingen, Stutt- gart region, manufactures self-adhesive labels and flexible packaging.
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Coveris Igor Arbanas has assumed the leadership of the Vienna, Austria- based Coveris Group’s flexible packaging business unit at the be- ginning of January 2023. He suc- ceeded Christian Kolarik, who be- came Chief Executive Officer of Coveris. People & Places
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AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current technology flexo mounting tapes and backing sys - tems for corrugated 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 thick - ness range requirements and specific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting requirements. We provide technical service and problem solving ser - vices for unique customers & applications. A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distribu - tor of flexographic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imaging systems and software specifical - ly designed for flexography. Apex International www.apexinternational.com Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com Apex International is an award-winning global lead - er of anilox rolls, sleeves, glue sets, metering prod - ucts, and print maintenance solutions. With five production facilities on four continents, a grow - ing portfolio of clients in over 80 countries, and a high-performance continuous-improvement culture, Apex’s mission is the customer’s production suc - cess. Through technical innovation, service, and manufacturing precision, Apex delivers reliable, durable, and predictable metering solutions to its client’s presses every day. ARC International www.ARCInternational.com ARC International is a world leader in the manufac - turing of roller products for flexography. The latest nanotechnology laser engraving in our Charlotte and Las Vegas manufacturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers. Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com Eaglewood Technologies provides the award-winning Sitexco Laser Systems, Sanilox ™ Systems and Sani- Blast ™ Mobile Service. Sitexco Laser Systems are the latest technology in anilox roll cleaning and are perfect for packaging and label printers. Sanilox ™ Systems are the global standard of reliable, environmentally safe anilox roll cleaning. Sani-Blast ™ cleaning service has been cleaning rolls for over 20 years and offer several cleaning options to minimize downtime.
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Arbanas holds degrees in electri- cal engineering and computer sci- ence, as well as post-graduate degrees in electrical and laser engineering. International Background Arbanas began his professional career in academ- ic research, including at the Vienna University of Technology before later transitioning to the private sector and taking on various management positions at technology companies such as Tricon Consulting and Trotec Laser. Most recently, Arbanas led the Aluflexpack Group as the CEO for more than nine years. Tarsus Labels Group Nick Davison has taken over for Lisa Milburn as
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sus Media, as well as responsibility for driving or- ganic growth. Milburn has been with the group for more than 20 years, having progressed through the business to head up the Labels division. Trade Show Experience Nick Davison joins Tarsus from Hyve Group where he headed up the Breakbulk portfolio, a global se- ries of events for the project logistics and oversize cargo industry. In this role Davison managed five events on four continents, as well as a monthly publication. His other roles have included running the Spring/Au- tumn Fair, the UK’s largest trade exhibition.
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U.S. Folding Carton Market To See Measured Growth According to the Paperboard Packaging Council’s recent Trends: 2022-23 Industry Outlook and Mar- ket Data Report , U.S. demand for folding cartons will grow on average by 1.3 percent annually, with the market reaching 5.4 million tons by 2026. Output growth in non-durables, comprised of many carton-packaged goods, is expected to ex- pand by 0.8 percent over the five-year forecast. Prepared for PPC members by RISI, the Trends Report describes how overall economic trends will affect the folding carton market in the near and far terms. The report states that general econom- ic fundamentals in the U.S. economy will remain strong throughout the coming years, for example, with consumer spending growing by 1.8 percent from 2021-26. In addition to the overall economic performance, other factors play an essential role in Trends’ growth forecast for the next five years, including changing consumer spending habits, substitution away from plastic packaging, and efforts to reduce plastic waste. Shipment growth will be healthiest at the end of the five-year forecast, as the current business cycle
is predicted to peak in 2026. The total value of U.S. carton shipments is predicted to grow from an esti- mated $9.5 billion in 2021 to $13.3 billion in 2026. The folding carton industry is not without near- term challenges. A short, two-quarter downturn in economic out- put is expected in 2023, likely due to a recession becoming more of a concern as inflation eats into consumer budgets. Economic growth will provide a current for folding carton producers in the coming year, but overseas production will continue to challenge the domestic market as competition with imports persisting over the next five years. Competition from alternative packaging methods and materials will also remain a challenge for do- mestic folding carton producers, especially with in- creasing prices of boxboard substrates. On the flip side, decisions by some of the larg- est fast-food companies and municipalities across the country seem to be providing hope that paper- board packaging materials are poised to benefit from their environmentally friendly profile. Plastic substitution and environmentally friendly packaging trends should provide a tailwind for car- ton growth over the forecast.
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Diversified Labeling Diversified Labeling Solutions (DLS) has appointed Bill Johnstone to the role of Chief Executive Of- ficer (CEO). He succeeds outgoing CEO, Jim Kersten, who retired at the end of 2022. Johnstone has more than thirty years experience in the print and label industries. Since joining DLS as COO in June, 2021, Johnstone has reportedly
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been instrumental in optimizing and aligning the operations of DLS’ five nationwide locations. Ad- ditionally, he has worked closely with Kersten and DLS’ management team to ensure an orderly man- agement transition. Sandon Global
Sandon Global has appointed Paul Mitchell and Daniel Niehues as Sales Managers. Paul Mitchell has been appointed UK sales manager and Daniel Nie- hues joins the company as Europe- an sales manager. Mitchell, formerly account exec- utive at Sun Chemical, will be re- sponsible for overseeing domestic sales strategies for Sandon Global’s anilox rolls, sleeves and ancillary equipment. Niehues joins the company from XSYS Global, where he worked as regional sales manager for Europe and the Asia Pacific region.
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The news follows the appoint- ments of Stuart Mitchell as Techni- cal Director and Jake Roberts to Sales Director last year. IST Metz IST Metz has appointed Tim Sterbak as Managing Director. Since January 2022, Christian-Marius Metz and Sterbak jointly steered the the company. With Ster- bak’s appointment, Christian-Marius Metz will focus his work on the future of the Metz holding company. Since November 2012, Metz, grandson of com- pany founder Gerhard Metz, has been part of the management team.
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Esko Launches Mox For Growing Brands
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Esko has launched a new software product to help growing brands and small businesses bring quality products to market in a consistent, fast and sustain- able way, according to the company. Mox is the new cloud-based tool that has been specifically developed to help small-to-medium sized consumer brands meet the challenges of to- day’s omnichannel market, to work more efficiently, and to deliver right-first-time packaging and mar- keting content on time. “Combining project management with digital proofing and DAM in one simple solution enables small teams and growing businesses to increase their speed and simplify their go-to-market pro- cesses,” said Adrian Fernandez, General Manager of Mox. Mox is said to deliver a host of benefits to businesses, including: • Collaboration - Bring internal and external con- tributors together with the right information to cre- ate and review before product launch • Review & Approve - Get feedback in real-time,
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Miraclon Andy Yarrow has been appointed as the new Regional Commercial Director for the Asia Pacif-
ic Region (APR) of Miraclon. Joerg Kullwitz will move into the role of Commercial Lead for a strategic Miraclon initiative to address mar- ket requirements. Based in Singapore, Yarrow will head up Miraclon’s APR sales, ser- vice and business management teams. He brings to his new role over 23 years’ printing industry experience
Andy Yarrow
across a wide range of markets and applications, including commercial print, sign and display, cor- rugated, ceramics and textile. Originally from the UK, for the last eight years
Yarrow has worked in the Asia Pa- cific Region in a variety of sales and leadership roles for other suppliers, including Xerox, EFI, Océ and Kor- nit Digital, where he served as APR President. In his most recent position, he was responsible for kickstarting the APR operations of Israeli start-up, Twine Solutions.
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Joerg Kullwitz
New Global Role Previous Regional Commercial Director, Joerg Kullwitz, moves into the new global role of Proj- ect Manager, Optimised Flexographic Print, which will see him partnering and working with custom- ers around the world moving from gravure to flexo print production. EyeC
Robyn Smith - President/Publisher Len Prazych - Vice President
Ryan Hansen has been named new Sales Representative for the en- tire U.S. territory for EyeC America. Hansen will be the principal point of contact between the company and its customers. His new position reports directly to Dr. Jürgen Klicker, president of EyeC America. Hansen graduated in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University.
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Ryan Hansen
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He has been a permanent employee of EyeC America since 2019, working as a field technician.
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