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
or safe ground for businesses who are finding it difficult to compete,” said Welch. “They may have strong relations with their associates, they really care about their custom- ers, and they’ve been active in their community, but they just don’t have a good option. With technology and capital costs being so high, it’s not easy to compete anymore. In that circumstance I want that business owner to see Welch Packaging as a possible lifeline, a way for their legacy to continue. Welch Packaging first entered Chicagoland in 1994, and JaMar will become its third sheet plant facility serv- ing this important market. For JaMar customers and as- sociates, this acquisition reinforces Welch’s commitment to serve customers across a seven-state area with broad capabilities while providing a great associate experience. JaMar owners, from left, Jeff Heise and Dave Maday.
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with the experience and commitment of the JaMar team will be a win for customers and the Chicago market. Also, our network of sheet plants will give JaMar associates op- portunities to grow.” Welch added, “Our collaboration with JaMar aligns with our mission of acquiring top-tier independent sheet plants with strong leadership teams and integrating them into our family of companies while maintaining their legacy.” The acquisition of JaMar Packaging represents Welch’s 40th acquisition—which happens to coincide with the company’s 40th anniversary. “We want to be an umbrella
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