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February 8, 2016
Vol. 18 No. 3
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Counterfeiting Fight Intensifies by Greg Kishbaugh
Flint Group Acquires Advanced Color Flint Group, as part of its strategy to grow in strategic market seg- ments, has acquired Advanced Color Systems, Inc. (ACS) located in Tu- alatin, Oregon. Advanced Color Sys- tems manufactures and distributes water-based inks in North America and also exports to some countries outside of North America. Advanced Color Systems, Inc. was established in 2000 by partners Tim Becker and Reed Fowler. Headquartered in Luxembourg, Flint Group employs approximately 6,800 people. Revenues for 2014 were $2.8 billion. Pro Mach Acquires EPI Labelers Pro Mach, Inc., Cincinnati, Ohio, an integrated packaging solutions com- pany, has acquired EPI Labelers, New Freedom, Pennsylvania. EPI Labelers is a dedicated manufac- turer of labeling products for packag- ing and promotional needs, providing for a large contingent of consumer snack food and bakery brands.
S ustainability may still monopolize much of the discussion in the packaging markets but there remains one key issue that will continue to grow in importance:Anti-Counterfeiting. Counterfeit goods pose serious threats to consumer welfare as well as the brand loyalty of many CPG companies.The suc- cess of CPGs hinges on nothing greater than its ability to con- trol the quality of its products. It is very difficult to gain goodwill among consumers, and once that goodwill is jeopar-
dized it is even more daunt- ing a challenge to regain it. Several reports suggest that the packaging markets will continue to grow by enormous margins as CPGs and retailers struggle to bring this epidemic under control. The Anti-Counter- feit Packaging Market size is projected to grow from
$82.05 billion in 2015 to reach $153.95 billion by 2020, at an estimated Compound Annual Growth Rate of 13.41 percent, according to a new report from MarketsandMarkets. The Anti-Counterfeit Packaging Market is projected to wit- ness significant growth in the future with the increasing popu- larity of the benefits of authentication technologies and the need for track & trace technologies, which are embedded in packaging. Developing markets such as China, Brazil, and India are emerging as growth frontiers for anti-counterfeit packag- ing, according to the report. Growing economies, globalization, and reduced trade barriers act as the main drivers for in- creased opportunities in these nations. (Cont’d on Page 12)
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The Premier Print Awards also features several sub- categories based on company size or printing process. Students and student groups are also encouraged to enter.The competition is open to any students in high school, vocational school, or college who are in- volved in the creation or production of print com- munications. All entrants of the Premier Print Awards are com- peting to be awarded the Best of Categor y, or “Benny”Award, for their craftsmanship. Winners from this year’s Premier Print Awards Com- petition will be honored at the Premier Print Awards Gala Featuring the InterTech Technology Awards, Sep- tember 25, in Orlando, Florida, in conjunction with GRAPH EXPO 16. PGSF Celebrates 60 Years In 2016, the Print and Graphics Scholarship Foun- dation (PGSF), Warrendale, Pennsylvania, celebrates 60 years of providing educational funding assistance to worthy graphic communication students. Founded in 1956, PGSF now annually provides in excess of $410,000 to more than 200 students.
Three Uteco customer installations will be complet- ed soon in Arizona. Pure Pak,which is located in Phoenix, will continue its rapid expansion by adding a second Uteco press in just three years, an 8-color Onyx 808. Poly Print, located in Tucson, has added a 10-color Onyx 108. The newest member to the Uteco family, Arizona Flexibles located in Lake Havasu City, has purchased an 8-color Onyx 808. Printing Industries of America has invited printers, prepress, and postpress companies of all kinds to submit entries to the 2016 Premier Print Awards Competition. With more than 100 categories recognizing every segment of the printing industry, the competition fea- tures categories for binders, magazines, posters, pack- aging and labels, innovation, green printing, digital printing, and more. This year, the Premier Print Awards competition also updated five of their cate- gories to highlight the postpress industry. Premier Print Awards Opens for Submissions
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Corrugated Market To Experience Growth
Therefore, the demand for environment friendly and easily recyclable packaging material is increas- ing, especially in the non-durable consumer goods segment. Europe has the highest paper recycling rate (78 percent), while the developing countries are also aiming toward lowering of carbon foot- prints. China is expected to increase its paper recy- cling rate up to more than 72 percent by the end of 2015. Governments in the developing market are also providing a helping hand to the corrugated packaging material suppliers. Merging Industry The corrugated packaging market has witnessed large numbers of mergers and acquisitions (M&A), in recent years. The falling profit margin, particularly for small players have led to market consolidation in the devel- oped markets of NorthAmerica and Europe. Another report, this one from Technavio, forecasts the global corrugated box packag- ing market to grow at a CAGR of 4.8 percent through 2020, primarily as a result of the growth of e-commerce. The growing e-commerce market, which pri- marily includes online shopping, has witnessed an increase in the demand for corrugated boxes for the shipment of products sold through them.The ease of online shopping has made many customers switch from the tradi- tional method of shopping. Online retailers use different types of corrugated boxes according to the product transported.These boxes ensure the safety of the products which are being transported. In addition, the effective packaging is becoming one of the key business require- ments in the e-commerce marketplace, thus fu- eling the growth of the market. E-Commerce Revolution “Global e-commerce experienced a growth of around 23 percent from 2013 to 2014,” said Sriram Mohan, a lead packaging indus- try research analyst at Technavio. “In 2013, around 4.2 billion consumers shopped on- line, which amounted to $1.5 trillion in rev- enue. In 2013, Asian and Pacific Coasts (APAC) was the largest market for B2C e- commerce reaching a global value of $563.7 billion and the market is expected to flour- ish at the same rate during the forecast peri- od. The other key leading regions for B2C e-commerce market are Europe, reaching a value of $483.2 billion and North America, reaching a value of $454.2 billion.”
The global corrugated packaging market was worth $150.1 billion in 2014, and it is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.6 percent during 2015-2020, according to a new report from Research and Markets called Glob- al Corrugated Packaging Market Size, Share, Devel- opment, Growth and Demand Forecast to 2020 - Industry Insights by Application . The processed food corrugated packaging dominat- ed the global corrugated packaging market in 2014, with 25.4 percent market share. Both the consumer and regulatory bodies have raised their concern to- ward the environment and sustainability, since the growing number of landfills is becoming more chal- lenging for governments in the developed countries.
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I.D. Images Opens California Facility
I.D. Images LLC, a pressure sensitive label converter with headquarters in Brunswick, Ohio, has opened a new facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California.This is the company’s fifth new facility in five years.
TLMI Committees Set 2016 Agenda
More than 50 Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI) converter and supplier members gathered in Tampa, Florida, last week for the association’s annual January Committee Summit. Attendees spent two days with their respective committees mapping out priorities and discussing objectives for the coming year and beyond. For the first time, in 2016, the TLMI Board of Di- rectors opened the Summit to all of TLMI’s commit- tees. The Board’s objective in inviting all committees to attend is to further cultivate cooper- ation and idea sharing between groups, and to pro- mote collaborative discussions and goals relevant to multiple committees. The committees in attendance in Tampa included Environmental Health & Safety, Government & Regu- latory Affairs, Learning, Marketing, Membership,Tech- nical, and Future Leaders. Goldrich Printpak Selects Esko Kongsberg System Goldrich Printpak Inc., a folding box company lo- cated in Toronto, Canada, has installed an Esko Kongs- berg XN24 finishing table and ArtiosCAD software to finish samples and short production runs for its cus- tomers. Operating from a 67,700-square-foot facility, Goldrich Printpak Inc. is an integrated full-service manufacturer of custom printed paper boxes, report- edly meeting every need from concept and design to finished packaging and co-packaging. Goldrich strives to reduce the environmental impact of its business. For example, Goldrich prints using vegetable based, non-toxic, low VOC and direct con- tact eco-certified inks, giving its clients confidence that their products are 100 percent consumer safe. The Kongsberg XN comes with a wide range of specialty tools to automatically handle a wide variety of materials, such as corrugated, folding carton, solid board, foam, coating blankets, and a long list of plas- tics. The Kongsberg XN 24 can work with materials as large as 68 inches x 140 inches.
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RIT, Prime Line Become SGP Resource Partners
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Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), School of Media Sciences (SMS) has joined The Sustainable Green Printing Partnership (SGP) Community as a SGP Resource Partner. SGP Resource Partners are reportedly sustainability subject matter experts who insure that the printing industry is empowered with on-target and current thinking. SGP Resource Partners include a diverse group of organizations, from industry trade associa- tions to educational institutions and NGOs, all striv- ing to provide information and resources to help create a more sustainable print industry. RIT has on-going and comprehensive research and academic initiatives in sustainability and many tie into the printing industry. Sustainability is one of the four priorities of learning outcomes for the school’s under- graduate program.The topic of sustainability as it relates to print and new media is covered in multiple ways through the SMS undergraduate and graduate curricula. This semester, a course entitled Sustainability in the Graphic Arts was developed and will be taught by former SGP Board Member SteveWhittaker. Prime Line Packaging, Edison, New Jersey, has joined SGP at the platinum level. Prime Line Packag- ing is a third-generation family-owned business with more than 60 years of experience in custom printed and designed packaging. TLMI Announces 2016-2017 Scholarship Program Tag & Label Manufacturers Institute (TLMI) has an- nounced the details of its 2016-2017 Scholarship Pro- gram. There are multiple $1,000 scholarships (for 2-year college students), and $5,000 scholarships (for 4-year college students) that will be awarded to ex- ceptional applicants. Scholar ship selection is based on: academic achievement, character, a demonstrated interest in the industry, a statement of goals, and a recommenda- tion from the applicant’s employer. Inland Honored For Brand Marketing PAC, Packaging Consortium, has awarded La Crosse, Wisconsin-based label manufacturer Inland two Sil- ver Awards in the 2016 Global Leadership Awards. The annual awards competition showcases leader- ship in new brand packages, brand revitalization, and packaging innovation.
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Date Set For 2016 College Phoenix Challenge The Phoenix Challenge Foundation (PCF) has an- nounced the dates for the 2016 College Competition. The 9th annual academic competition will be held March 5 during the FTAAnnual Forum and INFO*FLEX, scheduled for March 6-9 in FortWorth,Texas. The industry-exclusive Phoenix Challenge college competition is an academic and skills contest de- signed to support and expose university level graph- ic arts students to real-life business challenges and activities. Students are rewarded with recognition and exposure to business related topics, adding to their graphic arts knowledge and experience. A panel of judges made up of industry professionals, business owners and educators, will score live presen- tations solving a real-world business case. Student teams are given a challenging package and print-related business problem and are charged with developing the solution, the design, and most importantly, executing fully printed and produced packages and labels. With physically printed and converted work, the teams pre- sent their cases and business results to the panel of judges, vying for the top spot. Awards are presented during the FFTAAnnual Forum and INFO*FLEX event.
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Judges, Deadline Announced For DuPont Innovation Awards DuPont Packaging has assembled a its panel of judges who will identify the winners of the DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation. Entry is free and nominations will be accepted through February 19.Award forms are available at packagingawards.dupont.com . The 2016 judging panel includes: Ramon Agustines, Universal Robina Corp. (URC), Philippines; Serena Della Bianca, Sealed Air, Italy; Suzanne Fisher, Sam’s Club, USA; Sanjay Ghoshal, Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Ltd., India; Marianne Rosner Klimchuk, Fashion Insti- tute of Technology, USA; David Luttenberger, Mintel Group, Ltd., USA; Jeff Schuetz, Global Technology Consumer Packaging, Sonoco, USA; Colin Yates, Mars, Germany; and EduardoYugue, Pepsico, Brazil. Amcor Buys BPI China Australian packaging company Amcor Ltd. is buying BPI China, the Chinese subsidiary of British Poly- thene Industries plc, for US$13 million.BPI China has one plant in Xinhui, in southern China, with blown film and flexographic printing lines.
Sustainable Packaging Event Headed To Chicago SustPack 2016 conference, a sustainable packaging event, will be held on April 11-13 at McCormick Place, Chicago, Illinois, The event is organized by Smithers Pira, Packaging and Sustainable Packing Coalition.The prime objective of the meeting will be to address major sustainability problems and present new solutions. Ken Webster, Head of Innovation at the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, will talk about what’s the right choice when it comes to packaging as well as circular economy. Ikea President Lars Peterson will discuss the investment and innovations necessary for the growth of a low carbon future. Leyla Acaroglu, Founder of The Un-School of Disruptive Design, will highlight the de- signing changes for the circular systems. In all, SustPack will offer more than 40 presenta- tions. SustPack has arranged six different local tours that allows attendees to see behind the scenes at Method’s LEED Platinum Certified Southside Soap Factory, McCormick Place convention center, two leading Chicago museums, the Waste Management Willow Ranch composting facility and two craft breweries.
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Green Packaging Demand Transforms Flexible Market The flexible packaging coatings market is set to witness robust growth due to the increasing need to enhance the shelf life of products in the North Amer- ican food and pharmaceutical industries, according to a new report from Frost & Sullivan. Packaging coatings for the food segment holds the largest mar- ket trailed by the pharmaceutical sector. The latter trails as a result of the stringent regulations and long duration taken for product launch, making pharma- ceuticals a less ventured sector. Rising consumer preference for lightweight products and the need to improve the quality of packaged contents are open- ing new avenues for market expansion of flexible packaging coatings, said the report. The report stated that the market earned revenues of $1.44 billion in 2014 and estimated this to reach $1.97 billion in 2021.The study covers heat seal coat- ings, cold seal coatings, barrier coatings, co-extrusion primers and functional additives. “Approximately 50 percent of the US population aged between 18 and 35 prefers to purchase prod- ucts with labels that declare them to be environment friendly,” said Frost & Sullivan Visionary Science Team Leader Nandhini Rajagopal. “As this section of the population is willing to pay a premium for products with recyclable packaging.” FTA Forum To Highlight Flexo, Digital Opportunities Flexographic Technical Association’s (FTA) upcom- ing 2016 Forum will explore how digital printing technologies are driving the flexographic industry into a new frontier in a technical session titled En- hancing Digital Print with Flexography . The pre- sentations have repor tedly been designed specifically for those who are looking for the best of both worlds—the speed, efficiency and repeatability of flexo, and the unique variability and flexibility of- fered by digital printing. The session, chaired by Andy Knapp, Flint Group Flexographic Products, and John Hickey, Domino Printing Sciences, will take place onTuesday, March 8. The session will feature Mike Gore, Discount La- bels, speaking about The Power Duo: How Digital Solutions Enhance a Flexographic Platform , and Sharon Zampogna, McCourt Label Co. giving the pre- sentation, Introducing New to the Old: How a 120- Year Old Flexo Company Embraced Digital . FTA’s 2016 Forum, Power of the Past, Force of the Future , will take place March 6-9 at the Omni Fort Worth in Fort Worth,Texas.
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Adheso-Graphics, Inc. www.adheso-graphics.com
AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current technology flexo mounting tapes and backing systems for corrugated plate mounting. Flexstik hard vinyl, Flex- Soft, bi.esse brand, Gold Series Thin tapes for sleeve and Narrow web plate mounting. Specialty tapes that cover the vast thickness range requirements and spe- cific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting require- ments. We provide technical service and problem solving services for unique customers & applications. A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distributor of flexographic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imaging systems and software specifically de- signed for flexography. 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 in- dustry worldwide. We also provide solventless lamina- tors, slitter/rewinders and related peripheral equipment such as automatic wash-up systems, solvent recovery systems, automatic roll unloaders, and plate DuPont Packaging Graphics is the world’s leading supplier of flexographic printing systems in digital and conventional formats; including Cyrel® brand pho- topolymer plates, Cyrel® FAST processing equipment, Cyrel® round sleeves, mounting and finishing prod- ucts. 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 indus- tries. The Digital Cyrel® FAST imaging system has been broadly recognized for its efficiency, productivity, print performance, and environmental benefits. Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com Eaglewood Technologies introduces the Sanilox™ Anilox Roll Cleaning System, an innovative, environ- mentally safe system, by the makers of Sani-Blast™ systems. Sanilox™ uses a touch-screen interface to clean rolls in-line or off-line with the simple touch of a button. It can be operated in English or Spanish and monitor roll inventory by entering roll information into the touch-screen interface. Eaglewood Technologies offers cleaning service in your facility, or a ship-in roll cleaning program. Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com cylinder/sleeve storage systems. DuPont Packaging Graphics www.cyrel.com/na
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Warning Labels Market To Reach $10 Billion By 2020 A new report from Technavio’s predicts the global warning labels and stickers market to surpass rev- enues worth $10 billion by 2020, posting a moderate growth rate over the next four years. In this report, Technavio covers the present scenario and growth prospects of the global warning labels and stickers market for 2016-2020. “The global warning label and stickers market has witnessed many innovative products in the past few years,” said Sharan Raj,Technavio’s lead market research analyst for tags and labels.Vendors are launching prod- ucts such as clear-on labels that provide a no-label look, used in packaging premium products. These stickers provide absolute transparency, high aging resistance, good adhesion, and clean label positioning.” The market is witnessing a growing popularity of labeling processes such as UV-curing hot melt to pro- vide removable stickers. The use of acrylate-based pressure sensitive adhesives for providing trouble- free labeling at exceptionally low temperatures is a growing trend in the market. The top four key drivers for the global warning la- bels and stickers market, according to Raj, are: • Increasing demand for packaged food and bever- ages from consumers worldwide is the primary driver for growth in the warning labels and stickers market. The soaring global population, along with rising con- sumer income levels, has boosted the demand for pack- aged food and beverages. • The manufacturing of warning labels and stickers requires skilled manpower and high-end machinery to develop labels with specific properties, which will require increased R&D spending by manufacturers. Vendors use advanced technologies in the selection and processing of raw materials, the design of the label and the final printing process. Top companies 3M spent $1.77 billion in R&D in 2014. • There has been a significant shift in the percep- tion of consumers and manufacturers about packag- ing in recent year s. Market trends suggest an increased level of attention paid by consumers on the design of packaging, colors, and ingredients used, safety measures, and related warning labels. From the consumer goods manufacturers’ point of view, labeling has become a major branding tool. In highly cluttered markets, creating shelf appeal and visi- bility has become the most important strategy for man- ufacturers. Manufacturers are thus focusing on proper labeling to create appropriate product awareness to at- tract consumers. This in turn is contributing to the growth of the global warning label and stickers market. • High demand for colored labeling will increase.
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Labeling Legislation ( Cont’d from Page 12)
Track & trace technologies, in addition to being used in the packaging industry, are also adopted dur- ing the manufacturing process.Track & trace can also be used to better secure the supply chain by allow- ing manufacturers to locate the package at any point during the delivery process.The segment for track & trace technologies is forecast to grow at the highest CAGR over the course of the next five years. The coding & printing technologies segment has in the past dominated anti-counterfeiting efforts and is still projected to hold the largest market share. How- ever, globally manufacturers are showing an in- creased preference for RFID technology, which offers the dual benefit of tracking and identifying the prod- uct throughout the supply chain. Taking that into consideration, the RFID segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. As China and India become increasingly urbanized, with the accompanying rise in disposable income and an increased awareness of the importance of anti-coun- terfeit packaging, the growth of the Asia-Pacific anti- counterfeit packaging market is seemingly inevitable. Rapid industrialization and imposition of strict laws pertaining to secure packaging, according to the re- port, are also major factors contributing to the growth of the Anti-Counterfeit Packaging Market. LeoMat Rebranded As Rotocontrol Rotocontrol, Linau, Germany, a manufacturer of leading-edge label slitter/rewinder inspection and fin- ishing machines announced that the LeoMat line of finishing machines are now rebranded as Rotocon- trol. This decision follows an integration of the Leo- Mat suite of products into the Rotocontrol offering since the acquisition four years ago. Labelink Acquires Flexo Label Labelink Products Inc., a manufacturer of labels, flexible packaging and RFID products in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, has acquired Flexo Labels, its fifth acquisition. Located in Anjou, near Montreal, Flexo Labels has been serving its customers since 1980, and uses both flexo and digital printing technologies. Flexo Labels has 30 employees. Labelink currently has more than 100 employees in its Montreal and Toronto facilities. Labelink offers a di- verse portfolio of high-performance products for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic and industrial markets.
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Flexotecnica’s patented Safe Sleeve Change® system and Speedy Clean® auto washup system are de- signed to give converters a competitive edge through Flexotecnica’s commitment to research and develop- ment. 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 experienced, dedicated service staff. Visit our web site for more information Flint Group Flexographic Products globally offers an outstanding product range: nyloflex® and nyloprint® photopolymer printing plates for flexographic, letter- press and gravure applications along with coating plates for offset printing, processing equipment, nylo- solv® washout solvents, rotec® sleeves, rotec® adapters and the endless photopolymer nyloflex® ITR sleeves. Product names marked with ® are registered trademarks of Flint Group Germany GmbH. 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 corrugated markets, Harper continuously strives to bring new flexographic products and services to the printing industry that will improve the quality of your graphics. Flint Group www.flintgrp.com Harper Corporation of America www.harperimage.com
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Used equipment for flexible packaging, folding carton, paper, film, foil and non-woven industries. Profession- al, knowledgeable service for more than 30 years.
Mark Andy, Inc. www.markandy.com
Mark Andy, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of narrow and mid-web printing and converting equip- ment. The company has a rich history of delivering so- lutions to increase productivity and profitability for the label and packaging markets. The company supplies leading global brands including Comco printing/con- verting machinery, Mark Andy printing/converting ma- chinery and UVTechnology curing systems and replacement parts. Mark Andy, Inc. is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with sales and distribution offices in France, Switzerland, and the UK.
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The 2016 recipient of the Herman L Joachim Distinguished Service Award is Dr. Mahendra R. Doshi, President of Doshi & Associates, Inc. in Appleton,Wisconsin. The 2016 recipient of the Paul W. Magnabosco Outstanding Local Sec- tion Member Award is Alan F. Button, former President of Buttonwood Consulting, LLC. The awards will be presented dur- ing the PaperCon awards dinner on May 17. Atlas Ken Smott has returned to Atlas Die as President and CEO. Smott is returning to a post he held until one year ago and is replacing Scott Daniel, who is departing as President and CEO.
People & Places
Pamarco James Chesley has been named Technical Sales En- gineer for the Pacific Northwest for Pamarco. Container Graphics Jim Alexander, President and Chief Operating Offi- cer of Container Graphics Corp., retired from the company on January 8. Alexander began with Con- tainer Graphics in 1976 as a sales representative in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was promoted to sales manager in Atlanta, Georgia, and then to General Manager in Charlotte. In 1984, he was made a Vice President of the company and was appointed to the
Mahendra Doshi
position of Regional Manager in 1990. Alexander took on the role of Chief Operating Officer in 2002 and then President in 2011. TAPPI The 2016 recipient of the Gunnar Nicholson Gold Medal Award is Dr. Ivan Pikulik owner of IPConsulting in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.
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Paperboard Packaging Council Nicole Miller has joined The Paperboard Packaging Council as Director of Marketing & Communications.
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Rates: Boxed Ads: Print: $95.00 per column inch, On-Line: $95.00 , ($65.00 if placed with print ad). To place ad call (847) 441-5645. Ads may be faxed to (847) 441-5652 or emailed to: advertising@nvpublications.com. Mail Blind Box Replies to: Flexo Market News, N.V. Busi- ness Publishers, 540 Frontage Rd., Suite 3124, Northfield, IL 60093-1230. Indicate Box# on lower left corner of envelope. COMMISSIONED FLEXO SALES SPECIALIST with con- tacts in the Flexible Packaging, Folding Carton or Corrugated Markets to sell a new Carbon Fiber Chambered Doctor Blade System with a “patent pending” magnetic blade holder and fully automatic inking and wash-up system for flexo presses that will increase output and reduce downtime. With our “patented” ink pump we deliver a constant/even flow of ink and wash up solu- tion through the enclosed chamber doctor blade and ink hoses. We eliminate the problems caused by pulsation with other ink pumps You can offer your clients the latest in flexo press up- grades to improve performance of existing flexo presses. Novaflex is a 30 year old ancillary equipment company that can supply service and support. Flexo Market News® is published bi-weekly by NV Business Publishers Corporation, in association with Board Converting News®, Corrugated Today® Recycling Markets®, International Paper Board Industry®, Folding Carton Industry®, and Board Converting News International. Editorial/Production offices: 540 W. Frontage Rd., Suite 3124, Northfield, Illinois 60093. Phone: (847) 441-5645, Fax: (847) 441-5652, Marketing and Cir- culation offices: 43 Main Street, Avon-By-The-Sea, NJ 07717, Phone: (732) 502-0500, Fax: (732) 502-9606. Subscription Rates in U.S. and Canada $60 per year or $105 for two years. Overseas rate per year $80 USD. Current issue single copies (pre-paid only) $5.00 in U.S. (elsewhere $7.50); add $5.00 per order for shipping & handling. No part of this publication may be trans- mitted or reproduced without permission from the publisher. Contact: Wallace Nard wnard@novaflex-inc.com NOVAFLEX INC. 630-681-9900 Cell: 630-240-9206
Rotoflex, St. Louis, Missouri, has released Vericut3, the next generation of its off-line finishing solution for digital and conventional printed web. Rotof lex said the new Vericut3 is 100 percent servo-driven for precise tension control and flexibili- ty, from unwind to rewind and all print and die-cut units in between, including the matrix removal unit. Motorized roll lift, innovative URC 2.0 proprietary control system featuring the exclusive Report Man- agement System (RMS), and biometric log-in offer ad- vanced operation and control. In addition, the redesigned unit features what is said to be an effi- cient web path for reduced set-up waste, a motorized capstan, and optimized operating speeds. Reportedly, the new version has sophisticated mo- tion control technology and delivers high accuracy and precision for many off-line applications and processes. Design is said to reduce material waste through the automated die-cutter and f lexo unit setup and addresses inspection rewind requirements to maximize digital workflows, accommodate shorter runs, and reduce costs. For free information contact Rotoflex, 18081 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield, Missouri 63005 or Phone (636) 532-4433.
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