moderated by Brian Foley of Bobst, for an honest look at the state of the corrugated industry. The panelists discussed how their respective business- es are adapting through automation and artificial intelli- gence, and how they see these developments affecting independent boxmakers. Both Schaefer and Davis spoke
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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Niagara Falls, Ontario, the event will feature meetings be- tween participating companies, along with panel discus- sions, speakers, and networking opportunities. Every potential member attending will receive a fully hosted experience, including airfare, accommodations, and meals, in exchange for taking part in 10 to 12 meet- ings with suppliers. Perreira explained that the event is de- signed to foster a stronger sense of connection within the Canadian corrugated community. Panel Discussion Explores State Of Industry A panel discussion, brought together Mike Schaefer of Tavens Packaging and Matt Davis of Packaging Express,
candidly about the balance between investing in new technology and maintaining the personal, hands-on ap- proach that defines independent operations. The consensus was that while the tools are changing, the independent spirit of flexibility, innovation, and rela- tionships remains the industry’s greatest strength. CONTINUED ON PAGE 8 Brian Foley of Bobst, right, moderated a conversational Q&A with two box makers, Matt Davis of Packaging Express, left, and Mike Schaefer of Tavens Packaging.
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