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Labelstock Demand Decreases In the first half of 2022, European self-adhesive labelstock consump- tion decreased by 2 percent, com- pared to the same period in 2021, as reported by FINAT in the asso- ciation’s latest RADAR survey. The

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Grace Label, Fathom Optics Take Gold by Greg Kishbaugh T he Global Flexo Innovation Awards (GFIA), sponsored by Miraclon, have awarded Fathom Optics and Grace Label the Gold Award (with Highest Honors) for conversion to flexo, commitment to sustainable print and creative use of graphic design. Confluence Brewery, Des Moines, Iowa, used Fathom’s brand-new embellishment technology to render full-motion

decrease came after an increase of 7 percent for the year 2021 (bringing the annual demand to a record 8.5 billion square meters), and an increase of 4.3 percent in 2020, when the Covid-19 pandemic struck Europe. Market Decline The downturn was driven by the collapse of paper roll label materi- als, especially in the second quar- ter when consumption fell by 8.3 percent compared to the same pe- riod last year. During that same pe- riod filmic roll label materials still increased by a modest 2.2 percent. There are several factors under- lying this reversal of the trend, ac- cording to FINAT. Firstly, the numbers for 2022 follow the two disruptive and volatile years

3D effects on labeling for the brewery’s ‘Wizard’ Gose-style sour ale. The effects appear to be on three different levels: text and graphics on the label surface, a ‘Northern Lights’- type effect seemingly moving within the can itself, and final- ly, at the top of the wizard’s staff, a rotating orb that appears to emerge from the surface of the label. All this was done without the need for lenticular lenses or a

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sitive material, and the second screen is printed along with the other decorative inks on top of the clear lamination. Because the microstructures are done at a mini- mum of 480 LPI or higher, the 1:1 pixel-for-pixel accuracy of the FLEXCEL NX Plates was essential to hold lines that are 10 microns wide and spaced approximately 42 microns apart. Stiff Competition In the craft beer business, competition for shelf space and consumers’ attention is fierce in the craft beer business, so impactful labeling is hugely im- portant for a small, independent brewery such as Confluence. In the case of the award-winning la- bel, the ‘Wizard’ branding of the Gose-style sour ale opened all sorts of creative possibilities, with the favored option a multi-dimensional, moving 3D im- age that would capture shoppers’ attention as they walk by, and further engage them as they pick up the can and rotate to explore the image further. “The idea behind Fathom Effects is software-based, not materials science-based,” according to the com- pany. “The foundation of it is to take large-scale computational algorithms and use them to change the way materials interact with light. We compute complex interference patterns that can be printed

holographic foil, using FLEXCEL NX Plates on Grace Label’s standard flexo press using standard inks. Fathom Optics and Grace Label teamed up for the ‘Wizard’ label, which came about because of a friendship between the family of Tom Baran, CEO and Co-Founder of Fathom, and John Martin, own- er/founder of Confluence, to whom Grace Label is an established label supplier. Founded in the mid- 1970s by the father of current company President, Steve Grace, Grace Label operates as a full-service supplier that handles every step of the design-to-de- livery process. Besides the craft beer and spirits in- dustries, Grace also serves customers in meat and agricultural foods. The company has both digital and flexo presses, with flexo printing representing 90 percent of its work. Enhancing Labels A fourth party to the project is creative design agency 818 Iowa, who created the original design and worked with Confluence to enhance the labels most characteristic features — the wizard, staff and orb. Fathom then worked with Grace to bring ev- erything to life. The effects are achieved by printing very fine mi- crostructures on two interference screens. The first screen is printed on the white BOPP pressure-sen-

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2020 and 2021, when peaking label demand was heavily influenced by excess demand for essential goods and services after the outbreak of the pandem- ic in 2020, and by rapid economic recovery in 2021. Secondly, since the summer of 2021, global man- ufacturing chains have been suffering from supply chain disruptions caused by Covid-related adjust- ments. This led to a growing gap between booming post-Covid demand and the shrinking availability of energy, raw materials, components, chemicals, pro- duction, labour and transport capacity. Strike Fallout In the first half of 2022, the European label indus- try was particularly hit by the long lasting strike at UPM, a leading paper manufacturer in Finland. Not only did this limit the availability of facestocks for paper labels, but more importantly, a significant share of raw materials supply for paper-based re- lease liners (the siliconized materials carrying the labels) was cut off from the market for more than 100 days. In the first quarter of the year, the effect was dampened by significant inventory surpluses that had been built up in the final quarter of 2021 in anticipation of further increases in lead times and raw materials prices. However, in the second quar- ter output was severely hit with lead times going up to 5-6 months and label converters being served on allocation. Part of the decline in paper label con- sumption may have been absorbed by increases in filmic label demand. In the latest FINAT RADAR, the association’s 6-monthly market survey, it was reported that 60 percent of participating converters, surveyed this spring, had been suffering revenue losses as a re- sult of supply chain issues. Although the strike fin- ished just before Easter, it is expected that backlogs will not be filled before this autumn. Thirdly, by that time, supply side related con- straints may have been overtaken by demand fac- tors, with exponential increases in energy prices, raw materials costs and, ultimately double digit consumer price inflation eating into disposable in- comes and consumer spending, and the dark clouds of the horrific war in Ukraine not expected to clear anytime soon. Demand for self-adhesive roll label materials is a significant indicator of European GDP. Although the correlation between the two has been distorted some- what by the volatile consumption patterns during the ‘Covid years’, part of the downturn points at an eco- nomic shift in Europe in the months to come.

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New Research Shows Gen Z Lack Recycling Confidence New data from DS Smith has revealed that a gen- erational gap in recycling is emerging in the UK – with older people more confident than the younger generations when it comes to understanding what and how to recycle. Whilst Gen Z are often considered to be the most environmentally conscious, of all age groups sur- veyed, they have the least confidence when it comes to recycling. The survey showed that they are less confident on what packaging can be recycled (66 percent) than people more than the age of 55 (81 percent), and twice as likely not to know where to find advice on recycling (11 percent), compared to just four percent for people more than 55. Two thirds of Gen Z respondents (67 percent) blame barriers to recycling in the UK, compared to 41 percent for those more than 55, suggesting that changes to the UK recycling infrastructure may be needed to improve recycling among the younger generation. They cite confusion over what recycla- ble items go into which bins (20 percent) and not enough recycling bins from local authorities (16 percent) as issues.

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on the front and back surfaces of film. They’re not interference patterns, like in holograms, but signal interference, as in moiré.” If the technology behind Fathom is relatively complex, for end users adding special effects it is remarkably straightforward. Designers simply drop files into Fathom Designer, a free online tool, where they assign motion and depth effects which can be previewed and shared with other stakeholders. “Large multinational consumer product groups of- ten don’t want to get into new things because the qualification process for a new material can take months, even years,” according to Fathom Optics. “But because our technology uses the same sub- strates, inks and flexo presses, no qualification pro- cess is required, and they can get to market faster. And, as we’re not adding a dissimilar material, like a lenticular lens or a hologram, there’s a sustainability advantage because recycling or reuse is easier. All these factors add a whole new level of acceptance.” With Fathom Effects technology now onboard- ed at more than 40 production sites, and strong interest from brands both large and small, 3D ef- fects will be coming to more and more supermarket aisles before long.

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Imageworx has completed the Miraclon Certifica- tion Program for FLEXCEL NX Plates. Designed to evaluate KODAK FLEXCEL NX System users’ abili- ty to meet international standards, the certification program represents a feature set that reportedly drives efficiency, repeatability, and consistent qual- ity flexo plate production. The certification process is also supported with comprehensive data measurement and analysis. Constantia Acquires FFP Packaging Solutions Constantia Flexibles has signed an agreement to acquire 100 percent of FFP Packaging Solutions, a sustainable, flexible packaging company based in Northampton, UK. The acquisition earns Constantia Flexibles its first consumer plant in the UK. FFP Packaging Solutions was founded in 1967; it now operates with more than 100 employees. The producer of recyclable laminates offering flow wraps, lidding films, and pre-made pouches reportedly generates more than 80 percent of its Sales in sustainable packaging. Avery Dennison Debuts Wine And Spirits Adhesive With wine and spirits makers moving to heavi- er labelstocks to support premium positioning and capitalize on marketplace growth, Avery Dennison Label and Packaging Materials has introduced a new adhesive to its Wine and Spirits Portfolio in response to wine and spirit mak- ers moving to heavier labelstocks. Heavy Support The Avery Dennison Z2010 adhesive is reportedly engineered to support heavier facestocks and won’t float or show lift for up to eight hours while sub- merged in ice or cold box, according to the manu- facturer. Applying labels to wine and sparkling wine bot- tles when they are cooler than their surroundings and slick with surface condensation is easier with Z2010, said Avery Dennison. In addition to its aggressive initial tack that en- sures heavier, embellished labels stay firmly ad- hered, the Z2010 adhesive also reportedly offers improved tight mandrel performance.

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DS Smith Releases Sustainability Report

British multinational packaging business DS Smith, based on London, England, has published a sustainability report detailing progress against its Now and Next Sustainability Strategy. Sustainable Importance The performance highlights from the report include: • 100 percent recyclable or reusable packaging achieved this year; • 313 million units of problem plastic replaced with recyclable alternatives since 2020/21; • 29 percent reduction in GHG emissions per tonne of production since 2015; • 1.5°C science-based target set, to reduce Scope 1, 2 and 3 GHG emissions by 46 percent by 2030 compared to 2019 and reach Net Zero GHG emis- sions by 2050; • 5 percent reduction in water withdrawal per tonne of production at mills in water stressed areas since 2019/20 and awarded CDP Water Security ‘A List’; • Halved the number of non-conformances with consents to discharge compared to last year; • 2.3 million people engaged on the circular econ- omy and circular lifestyles; • 100 percent of our sites engaged in community activities this year; • 6 percent reduction in accident frequency rate this year; • 50 percent of our people actively engaged on the circular economy this year; and • 100 biodiversity projects launched to enhance nature in local communities since 2020/21. Taylor Adds Hybrid Digital, Flexo Press At Facility Taylor Corporation, North Mankato, Minnesota, has installed a new hybrid printing press at its Rad- cliff, Kentucky, facility. The company is also adding 30,000 square feet of space to the Radcliff plant. Taylor’s newest hybrid digital + flexo printing press is a 12-color design that combines four flexo- graphic and eight digital print stations. The press reportedly has a rapid “non-stop” dig- ital architecture that eliminates the need for job changeover tasks such as plate and ink changes. The press is 21-inches wide. The new hybrid press is part of a larger $18.8 mil- lion investment in Taylor’s Radcliff facility.

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The Flexo Xperience Center Hosts Open House Founding partners MacDermid Graphics Solu- tions and SOMA recently hostes an inaugural Open House at the Flexo Xperience Center (FXC) in At- lanta, Georgia. The FXC is a collaborative center for pre-media suppliers, printers, converters, brands, CPGs, students and educational institutions. Along with MacDermid and SOMA, industry part- ners involved in The FXC include: 3M, Apex, AV Flexologic, BST Group, CleanPlanet, ColorConsult- ing, CSW Inc, Daetwyler, DAM, Digimarc, Esko, Es- terlam, Flexo Wash, Flint Ink, GMG Color, Hamill- road, Harper, Hybrid Software, Interflex, Kongsberg Systems, Lohmann, Polymount, Provident Group, Rossini, Rotec, Sandon Global, Sun Chemical, Tech Sleeves, tesa, Troika Systems, and X-Rite Pantone. The event included a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the official opening of The FXC; a tour of MacDermid’s Global Headquarters, The FXC and The Works; a SOMA Optima2 press demo with live job changeover showing how fast the process can be; networking time with event attendees and the partners of The FXC; and a cocktail hour with live music. The FXC includes a full suite of the latest pre- press software, plate and print analysis technolo- gies, thermal and solvent platemaking systems, and liquid photopolymer platemaking equipment. The SOMA Optima? flexo press expands the facility to include product benchmarking, print trials, hands- on press training, print application research, and print troubleshooting. UPM Receives Ecovadis Platinum Score EcoVadis has recognized UPM on a Platinum level based on the company’s sustainability performance in the following four categories: Environment, La- bour and human rights, Ethics and Sustainable pro- curement. Only 1 percent of the 90,000 global companies assessed received the Platinum score. Compared to previous years’ assessments, UPM received its all-time high score of 87/100. “The main improvement steps were taken in the Labor and human rights category,” said Sami Lund- gren, VP, Responsibility at UPM. “We have intro- duced several new social responsibility targets for 2030, focusing strongly on diversity and inclusion and fair rewarding. We have also developed our hu- man rights due diligence processes and reporting.”

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AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, is offering more than 150 industry-specific live and previously recorded webinars as part of the 2022 All Access Pass. The Pass also includes One Point Lessons to allow employees of member plants to get quick tips and tools to enhance their skills. Webinar topics include: • It’s about Time: Maximizing Your Packaging and Point of Purchase • Recruiting Top Talent (Both on the Shop Floor and Front Office) • Paper Sourcing for 2023 and Beyond • Major CPG Initiatives in 2023 and Beyond • Delivering Impactful Value Propositions Participating companies can access all webinars and recordings at NOW.AICCbox.org . The All Access Pass gives participating companies: • flexibility in choosing education offerings and which team members take them, • simplicity and accuracy in budgeting for profes- sional development, • the best available price for AICC webinars, • an easy way to leverage the value of your AICC membership. Learn more at www.AICCbox.org/Pass . ePac Flexible Packaging Plans Global Expansion ePac Flexible Packaging, a supplier of quick turn, short and medium run-length flexible packaging, will accelerate its growth and transition to a glob- al enterprise over the next 18 months. Eleven new sales and manufacturing locations will be estab- lished across Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East/ North Africa, and North America bringing ePac’s global footprint to 36 locations. In Europe, a second plant will be added in each of the UK, France, and Poland. In Austria, ePac Innsbruck will open in Q4 2022, along with a new site(s) to serve the Netherlands and the Scandina- vian countries. In the Asia Pacific region, second plants will be added in Indonesia and Australia, and a new oper- ation will start up in Malaysia. In the Middle East/ North Africa region, ePac West Africa in Ghana will open in Q4 of this year, while evaluations of new sites in Kenya and Turkey are underway. Finally, in North America, previously announced ePac Montreal is planned to open in early 2023, along with 3 additional plants in the United States.

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The YGS Group Achieves GreenWorks Certification The YGS Group, a marketing solutions provider headquartered in York, Pennsylvania, has been rec- ognized as Agfa’s newest accredited GreenWorks program member.

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Adheso-Graphics, Inc. www.adheso-graphics.com

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.

GreenWorks distinguishes print providers in the graphic communications industry who achieve greener outcomes through technology, products, services, and practices. The YGS Group actively re- cycles, participates in community waste reduction, and holds Forest Stewardship Certification (FSC), which promotes environmentally appropriate, so- cially beneficial, and economically viable manage- ment of the world’s forests. Mondi, Essity Team Up For Packaging Launch Mondi has collaborated with Essity and Dow to create new, recyclable secondary packaging for Es- sity’s feminine care products, using renewable ma- terials and post-consumer recycled content that re- duces use of fossil-based materials. Essity’s feminine care towels were previously packed in bags that already used 50 percent re- newable materials. Research and testing by Mondi resulted in the recommendation of a new solution that aligns with Essity’s packaging goals: to work to- wards 100 percent recyclability and to use up to 85 percent biomass, renewable or recycled material in all bags where up to 25 percent are recycled plastics. Jack Davidson, President (right) and Mark Ploucha, Vice President Production Solutions (left), The YGS Group.

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Arwed Löseke Brings Plate Production In-house Arwed Löseke Paper Processing and Printing GmbH, has recently upgraded its printing oper- ation with a BOBST M6 LED hybrid flexographic printing press utilizing Asahi AWP-DEW CleanPrint water-washable printing plates and UV inks. Löseke is a fifth-generation family owned business with a large machine park, including a 10-color ro- togravure and a 10-color CI flexo printing press. The company was founded in Hildesheim in 1883, has about 250 employees, and is currently managed by Managing Director and owner, Ariane Löseke.

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In addition to the new Bobst M6 inline flexo press, the company also acquired an Asahi AWP 4835P water-wash plate processor and an Esko CDI XPS plate imaging system in order to bring flexo plate making in-house. By implementing its new extended gamut 7-color LED hybrid flexographic printing press with AWP CleanPrint water-washable plates and fixed color palette capability, the company said it reduces long job change over times and is also able to reduce the inventory of spot color inks for the printing press. Ulrich Schulze and Martin Schreil of Asahi congrat- ulate Sebastian Spitzer, Technical Administration at Arwed Löseke (center).

Primcut AG Installs L20000 Laminator

Primcut AG has installed a L20000 laminator from Comexi at its headquarters in Switzerland. Primcut AG is a printing company for international customers in the industry of flexible packaging, labels, bande- roles, and tickets. Founded in 2008 in Krummenau, the company relocated to Neu St.Johann in 2019.

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ARC International Dave Jarrett has joined technical service team of ARC International , Charlotte, North Carolina.

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DuPont Packaging Graphics is the world’s leading supplier of flexographic printing systems in digital and conventional formats; including Cyrel® brand photopolymer plates, Cyrel® FAST processing equipment, Cyrel® round sleeves, mounting and fin - ishing products. For more than 35 years, beginning with Cyrel®, the first photopolymer printing plate, through to to - day’s digital workflow revolution, DuPont has been driving innovation in the Flexo and package printing industries. The Digital Cyrel® FAST imaging system has been broadly recognized for its efficiency, productivity, print performance, and environmental benefits. Flint Group www.flintgrp.com Flint Group Flexographic Products develops, man - ufacturers and markets an extensive portfolio of printing consumables, including: nyloflex ® photopoly - mer 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. Harper Corporation of America www.harperimage.com We’ve made ceramic anilox rolls longer than any - one in the world and pride ourselves on being the best in the world. Whether wide web, narrow web, newspaper, or corrugated markets, Harper continu - ously strives to bring new flexographic products and services to the printing industry that will improve the quality of your graphics. 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 Flexo - tecnica presses is provided by KBA North America, Inc. in Dallas, Texas with U.S. resident technicians, an extensive spare parts inventory and an experi - enced, dedicated service staff. KBA-Flexotecnica – Get the Edge www.kba-flexotecnica.com/en/

Jarrett brings more than 20 years of flexo experience in ink and an- ilox roller/sleeve sales and service. GEW Adnan Ali has been promoted to the role of Commercial Director for GEW. Based at GEW’s UK head- quarters, Ali is responsible for the

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company’s day-to-day commercial arrangements across all territories and manages both UV systems and spare parts departments.

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Ali joined GEW in 2012, following his graduation in Mechanical Engi- neering (BEng). Print & Digital Convention 2023 Dates Announced The next edition of Print & Digital Convention will be held on May 16-17, 2023, at the fairgrounds (Con- gress Center South) in Düsseldorf, Germany. The for- mat of trade fair, congress and networking will again be a meeting place for experts from the print and media industry as well as for decision-makers from industry, e-commerce, retail and IT. Participants can expect a two-day program of lec- tures, exhibits, hands-on best practice and many op- portunities to network while learning about and dis- cussing the latest trends and opinions in the industry. The sixth staging of the congress trade fair will again focus on future-oriented content — on the po- tential of digital printing applications, multi-chan- nel solutions, creative finishing and sustainable print and packaging solutions. The Print & Digital Convention in 2022 featured more than 1,250 participants and 63 internation- al exhibitors. The conference program focused on sustainable media production, programmatic print and value added printing. Adnan Ali

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SOMA Partners With H2 Flexo Services

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SOMA, producer of flexographic printing presses, plate mounters, laminators and slitter rewinders, is employing the assistance of H2 Flexo Services as its U.S. parts warehouse and back-up customer sup- port center.

Labelexpo Americas September 13-15, 2022 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, IL

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H2 Flexo will handle some of the administrative duties for SOMA in North America, including ship- ments within the US, managing its parts warehouse for printing presses, and after-hours support. New Hudson, Michigan-based H2 Flexo Services was established in 2017 as an outgrowth of Great Lakes Cylinders, a provider of plate cylinders, air mandrels, and sleeve tooling. New Dates Announced For ICEC New dates have been announced for the 7th edi- tion of the International Converting Exhibition and Conference USA (ICEC USA). Originally scheduled to take place February 14- 16, 2023, just sixteen months after the last event edition in 2021, the event will now be held in Janu- ary 2024, returning to the Orange County Conven- tion Center in Orlando, Florida. Historically taking place every two years, the 2021 event was postponed to the fall of last year. This new shift of dates to 2024 allows 27 months of sep- aration between the shows. After 2024, the show will continue to take place in the early part of the even numbered years. (Left to right) Julie Painter, H2; Pavla Kusa, SOMA; Garrett Taylor, SOMA; and Karen Mattson, H2, in front of a SOMA Optima2 flexo press.

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Toray Michael Brandmeier has retired as President and

CEO of Toray Plastics (America), Inc. and is now Deputy Chief Rep- resentative and Executive Vice Pres- ident of Toray Industries America. In his new role Brandmeier will provide support to the presidents of the ten companies that comprise the Toray Group US, which includes Toray Plastics (America). In addition, Brandmeier will lead several Toray America’s Center of

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Excellence projects in purchasing, IT, and corpo- rate marketing. He has been president and CEO of Toray Plastics (America) since July 1, 2014, and will remain a Senior Director of Toray Industries. Ken Kurokawa is now Chairman and CEO of Toray Plastics (America). Kurokawa has 38 years of experience within the Toray organization, includ- ing assignments as the Executive Vice President of Toray Films Europe and the president of Penfibre in Malaysia. Kurokawa’s new role is his third overseas assign- ment at Toray Plastics (America), Inc., where he has served as Chief Technology Officer and executive vice president since 2018. As Toray Plastics (America)’s new chairman and

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CEO, Kurokawa is responsible for determining the company’s over- all strategic direction and manage- ment philosophy. He will also over- see capital investments. Christopher Roy is Toray Plastics (America), Inc.’s new president and COO. In his new role, Roy will be responsible for the man- agement of Toray Plastics (Amer- ica)’s three operating divisions—

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Torayfan and Lumirrorfilms and PEF foams—as well as the company’s finance, human resources, environmental health and safety, IS, purchasing, engineering and maintenance, R&D, and market- ing support functions. Prior to his new appointment, he was Executive Vice President for the company’s Torayfan and Lu- mirror divisions. He has also been the Torayfan Di- vision’s Senior Vice President and General Manag- er and Senior Director of Sales and Marketing. He joined Toray in 1998 as a Director of Sales.

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