Chicago TAPPI (CONT’D FROM PAGE 12)
The Raven — A compact robotic palletizer with a dedi- cated squaring section for stacking, designed around the productivity capabilities of the typical 50” FFG. Presenter: Drew Kaser, Regional Sales Manager, Alliance Machine Systems.
iBox-Build — A digital twin platform for procedures that records and recalls all your how-to videos to help onboard new employees and retain organizational knowledge. Pre- senter: Chris Harris, CEO, WPR Services.
Georgia-Pacific To Close Containerboard Mill In GA
Employees at the Cedar Springs Containerboard mill in Georgia were told that Georgia-Pacific plans to perma- nently close the operation later this year. Most positions will be eliminated by August 1. “Various factors influenced this difficult decision,” the company said in a news release. “Ultimately, we do not believe that the mill can competitively serve our custom- ers in the long term. This decision has nothing to do with the quality of work.” About 535 jobs will be impacted. The company said that production will continue for a limited time as the site works to fulfill customer commitments. “Georgia-Pacific’s focus in the coming weeks and months is to continue to safely operate while supporting our employees during the transition. Georgia-Pacific will work with them to provide access to local support agencies and job placement re- sources, including opportunities within Georgia-Pacific or other Koch companies.”
Coragum Xcell — The first ready-to-use performance additive product line that reduces adhesive application, improves bonding, and maximizes corrugator speeds. Presenter: Roman Skuratowicz, Lead Application Special- ist, Ingredion Inc. The recent TAPPI Chicago meeting featured a trade fair that allowed for attendees to hear more in-depth information about what new technologies could be used to advance productivity in their facilities.
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