AICC Now Accepting Entries For 2026 Innovator Of The Year AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, is now accepting entries for the 2026 AICC & Board Converting News Innovator of the Year Competition in the Non-Ma- chinery Category. The Innovator of the Year Competition was developed more than two decades ago as a forum for box makers and suppliers to showcase their most impactful innova- tions. Each year, the AICC Plant Innovations Committee reviews submitted entries and selects finalists, which are then presented to attendees of AICC/TAPPI 2026 Corru- gated Week for voting. The 2026 Competition is focused on the Non-Machin- ery Category and is open exclusively to AICC Associate (Supplier) Members. This category provides suppliers with an opportunity to showcase innovations introduced after September 2023 that may include, but are not limited to: Computer systems, software, and information technologies, inks and coatings, linerboards and substrates, adhesives, consulting ser- vices, quality and management control systems, admin- istrative support solutions, financial services, training and educational programs. All entries must be submitted by Friday, August 14, 2026, to Chelsea May at cmay@AICCbox.org.
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. REGION 42# Kraft liner 26# Semi-Chem. Medium $ 900.00-925. 00 $ 825. 00 -$850.00 U.S. Average 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. 42# Kraft Liner 26# Semi-Chem Medium East $970.00 $960.00 West $1,015.00 $995.00 REGION
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