Board Converting News, December 6, 2021

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and can handle the rapid changing of SKUs within a sin- gle shift. Manufacturers are also turning to EoL equipment that integrates several different functions into a single ma- chine. These improvements are ultimately rooted in an on- going need to expand the level of automation and ease of integration in the EoL space. One sweeping factor directly impacting EoL packaging operations is the ongoing labor shortage pervading CPG manufacturing industries. From large operations to SMEs, manufacturers in the CPG space have reported struggling with a general lack of available labor. OEMs can help by identifying areas of EoL operations to deploy automation to reduce a need for unskilled labor. EoL technology and machinery solutions have evolved in the last two years and the next opportunity to see the latest end-of-line solutions on the East Coast is at PACK EXPO East (March 21-23, 2022; Pennsylvania Convention Center). This show will bring together 400 exhibitors show- casing solutions over 100,000 net square feet of exhibit space, with 7,000 attendees from 40+ vertical markets. Produced by PMMI, PACK EXPO East provides a con- venient and rewarding opportunity for professionals from East Coast CPGs and life sciences companies to explore the latest packaging and processing technology and ma- terials in-person, connect with suppliers and find the solu- tions needed to adapt and compete in a changing market- place. Free educational opportunities provide important, timely and useful content as well as valuable opportunities to collaborate with peers on tough topics such as improv- ing operations, responding/adapting to trends and incor- porating new technology. Visit packexpoeast.com . FTA’s INFOFLEX 2022 To Celebrate 40 Years Of Building Relationships Members of the package printing and converting industry can build relationships and forge connections at INFOF- LEX 2022. The 40th iteration of FTA’s annual exhibition will be held March 14-15 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Fort Worth, Texas. INFOFLEX 2022 is the Association’s first full-size, live exhibition in three years and the first of 2022. Package printers will see the latest technologies and solutions to improve their print quality and increase efficiency in every part of the production workflow. Exhibitors will capitalize on the pent-up demand and excitement of an audience that includes decision-makers and end users representing every packaging segment. And an entire industry will final- ly be able to reconnect, face-to-face, live and in person. Building off the success of INFOFLEX at Fall Confer- ence in Frisco, Texas, organizers anticipate another sold- out show floor, as well as a substantial number of printer/ converters attending the centrally located event. CONTINUED ON PAGE 36

CORRUGATOR BELT SERVICE LLC www.corrugator.com

Serving the corrugated box industry since 1991, Chicago- based Corrugator Belt Service LLC maintains corru- gator belts for peak board quality and performance.

C.U.E., INC. www.Anvi lCovers.com

Makers of single and dual-width Timesaver® Anvil Covers, the premier urethane anvil cover for corrugated die cutting. Timesaver® covers feature a unique construction of solid steel backing and solid steel locking components to ensure a precise fit every time – a vital dependability difference that means seamless installation and a perfect cutting sur- face. C.U.E., Inc. also offers Dura-Latch and Cor-Lock anvil covers, in addition to urethane Lead Edge Feed Wheels.

EMBA www.embausa.com

The EMBA group supports a complete line of corrugated converting machinery for the worldwide market. EMBA’s Quick Set technology enables the highest productivity across a broad range of converting equipment, from mini to super jumbo. EMBA also includes the McKinley jumbo line of flexo folder gluers and rotary die cutters as well as ser- vice, rebuilds and upgrades for both EMBA and McKinley.

EAGLEWOOD TECHNOLOGIES, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com

Eaglewood Technologies is the Anilox Roll Cleaning Ex- pert! We provide the award winning Sitexco Laser Systems, Sanilox™ Systems and Sani-Blast™ Mobile Service. All our systems are safe for the environment and provide proven tested results! Sitexco Laser Systems are the latest technol- ogy 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.

ESKO www.esko.com

ArtiosCAD and Kongsberg are the most trusted names in CAD/CAM solutions. Esko’s ArtiosCAD is the most widely used CAD software in the world. Esko’s Kongsberg series of tables brings you reliable, outstanding quality for sample- making and short run production.

GARTECH MANUFACTURING COMPANY www.gartechmfg.com

American manufacturers of split heads, patented roll- er-bearing yokes, gang-slot upgrades, custom rebuilds, and glue systems with electronically-geared speed monitoring. Visit our website for information, tips and techniques.

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