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Labelexpo Europe Unveils Program Visitors to the first edition of La- belexpo Europe since 2019 will be able to deepen their technical knowledge of flexible packaging, sustainable labels and packaging, and wine labeling technology at three master classes during the four-day event. Organized by the Label Academy, the in-depth master classes will run
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EskoWorld Evaluates Supply Chain by Greg Kishbaugh T he importance of connecting people and processes throughout the entire packaging supply chain was the key theme at this year’s EskoWorld, which saw hundreds of pack- aging professionals come together to discuss the challenges they face today and what plans they might have for the future. “We welcomed more than 450 packaging and label busi- nesses and brand representatives who joined us to discover
as half-day sessions on Tuesday 12, Wednesday 13 and Thursday 14 September, from 9.45am. First up is the Flexible Packaging Master Class , which aims to equip label converters looking to enter or expand their production into this competitive market with the tech- nical knowledge that is needed. Topics include: substrates, such as paper, metallic foil, films and multi-layer constructions; creation of artwork and pre-press; printing processes and techniques; inks, coatings, curing and laminating; and converting flexible packaging. In addition, an update on the Fi-
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and discuss the latest integrated innovations that are making it easier for them to connect both their people and processes, automate operations, reduce waste and maximize their oper- ational efficiency,” said Melissa Plemen, Esko Sr. Director of Inside Sales and Marketing.
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Held this year at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Or- lando, Florida, EskoWorld is an annual technolo- gy-focused event for packaging professionals. The event offered more than 150 individual sessions. “With more demonstrations, discussions and work- shops across the three days than ever before, this year’s EskoWorld delivered on our promise of help- ing companies review their operations and identify areas where they could make meaningful improve- ments and drive operational efficiencies in the face of so many challenges affecting businesses around the world,” said Melissa. John Edison, Esko President, opened the event by setting out the Esko vision to automate, connect and accelerate businesses, and establish a clear roadmap for future business growth. The event encouraged packaging supply chain partners from across the globe to collaborate, share information and work together to solve each oth- er’s problems. “From the many discussions it is clear that busi- ness growth is no longer just viewed as a nice to have, but is now absolutely essential in order to survive into the future,” said Plemen. “Visitors to EskoWorld were not just attending, but were active- ly engaging in lively discussion on how their own
businesses can and must evolve – and how advanc- es in technology can make that happen.” Highlights of EskoWorld 2023 included Q&A ses- sions, trends analysis discussions, new product fa- miliarization sessions, and the “Interaction Room”, where visitors could try out the latest software inno- vations and see hardware in action for themselves. The closing day speech was delivered by Louie Gravance, who spent a 25-year career at the Walt Disney Company, designing everything from live entertainment experiences to customer service training programs through the Disney Institute in Orlando, Florida.
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nat UVFoodSafe initiative will be presented, and a converter will showcase their experience of moving into flexible packaging. Speakers include: Nanette Thomas, CEO and own- er, Synthogra; Jan de Roeck, Director - Industry Re- lations and Strategy, Esko; Alberto Redaelli, Sales Manager, Lombardi; Jonathan Sexton, UVFoodSafe Group lead, Finat/Sun Chemical; plus Steve Baker, Managing Director of converter Baker Labels, and son Harry Baker who heads up its BakPac flexible packaging division. Speakers will also join from HP, Michelman and Karlville. Secondly, the Sustainable Labels and Packaging Master Class will provide guidance for converters seeking to bolster their green credentials in or- der to become more efficient with their resourc- es, contribute to a circular economy and meet EU regulations. Different aspects of the label production process will be covered, including sustainable inks and coatings, PS labels, flexible packaging, options for matrix waste, turning liner waste into an opportu- nity, and using blockchain to record and meet sus- tainability criteria. The impact of Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations and Design for Recy- cling guidelines will also feature. Speakers include: Pablo Englebienne, Regulatory Affairs and Sustainability Manager, Finat; Federico D’Annunzio, Founder & CEO, Traent.com; Pierre Dogliani, R&D Innovation Manager NW Europe, Flint Group; Karsten Kejlhof, Chief Commercial Officer, Lundberg Tech; Ophélie Gourdou, Project Manager, CELAB; and Jan‘t Hart, Project Manager HolyGrail 2.0, AIM (European Brands Association). Sustainability experts from All4Labels and Avery Dennison will also take part. The final master class, brand new for 2023, is the Wine Labeling Technology Master Class , which will show converters what they need to know in or- der to move into this sector. Attendees will discover how to meet current, and incoming, EU regulations, and different aspects of the wine label production
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Resource Label Acquires PLLC
Baldwin’s PREPAC “pre-impregnated” cloth rolls provide high ink and lint absorption capacity, so printers can achieve blanket-cleaning results that are 100 percent accurate and efficient with every ABC (automatic blanket cleaner) wash, according to the manufacturer. By replacing the dry cloth/solvent-dispensing wash system, for all ink applications, PREPAC re- portedly allows fast make readies. The conversion proved to deliver a faster wash, lowest start-up waste, less cloth consumption and cloth roll changes, longer blanket life and increased productivity. In September 2021, Westrock evaluated the met- rics of the conversion. Within a year, Westrock calcu- lated $100,000 in blanket savings, and an additional $13,000 in wash savings. Blanket and impression cylinder cleaning times were also reduced by more than 50 percent. WestRock is reportedly the second-largest packag- ing company in the United States and is one of the largest suppliers of packaging in the world. Found- ed in 2015 following the merger of MeadWestvaco and RockTenn, Westrock currently has more than 50,000 team members, in more than 300 locations, in 30 countries around the world.
Resource Label Group, a full-service provider of label and packaging solutions, has acquired Phar- maceutic Litho and Label Company (PLLC). Located in Simi Valley, California, and Winston-Salem, North Carolina, PLLC is a manufacturer of printed inserts, labels, and packaging components for pharmaceu- tical, biotech and medical device manufacturers. Pharmaceutic Litho and Label Company represents the 28th acquisition for Resource Label Group. PLLC will combine efforts with the recently ac- quired MedLit Solutions to expand and strengthen RLG’s national capabilities for the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. Kevin Grogan, CEO of MedLit Solutions, will lead the combined teams. WestRock Plant Goes Green A Westrock plant in North Carolina converted from dry blanket cleaning cloth to Baldwin’s PRE- PAC. The company reported savings of more than $100,000 in savings, increased productivity and im- proved sustainability.
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Label Release Liner Seminar Comes To Brussels The AWA Label Release Liner Seminar 2023 will be held September 12 in Brussels, Belgium. The 15th edition of the annual AWA Label Release Liner Seminar, collocated with Label Expo Europe 2023, is geared toward anyone associated with and involved in the pressure-sensitive label and release liner market as a supplier, producer, converter, or user. The pressure-sensitive label market represents around 50 percent of all release liners produced and used, supplied both through in-house silicon- izing and commercial silicone coating, according to organizers. Flexo Xperience Center Plans Upcoming Events The Flexo Xperience Center (FXC), Atlanta, Georgia, has announced six technology and print application events scheduled through November 2023. Many of the 35 FXC partners will be par- ticipating. The FXC brings pre-media suppliers, printers, con- verters, brands, CPGs, students and educational insti- tutions together to #MoveFlexoForward through col-
laboration, research, experimentation, and training. Its goal is to challenge the status quo in flexo printing to drive innovation in all areas of the print- ing process. FXC partners believe the next big advancement in flexographic printing will come from these part- nerships. The upcoming events include: Flexo Forward Student Event : August 8-10 Students can discover more about flexo and var- ious career opportunities within the industry by hearing from business leaders spanning various job types. White Ink on Flexible Film Solutions : Septem- ber 26 Attendees with be shown the available solutions to enhance white ink laydown in the most efficient way. Prepress Automation for Corrugated : October 24 This event aims to empower professionals in the corrugated printing industry by bridging the knowl- edge gap about automation through education. Flexo Sustainable Solutions Xperience : Novem- ber 8-9 Attendees will learn about sustainability solutions and see how the flexo industry is moving to a more sustainable footprint using the latest technology.
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Eco Flexibles Sustainable flexible packaging company, Eco Flexibles, has added Dan Moore to its team as Print and Production Coordinator. As Print and Production Coordi- nator, Moore will be responsible for overseeing all print and production aspects of Eco Flexibles’ operations. His main area of work will in- volve close collaboration with all supply partners in the company’s value chain. People & Places
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Moore’s newly appointed role will also include supporting customers from a technical standpoint. Nazdar Rewarded For Environmental Efforts Nazdar, a manufacturer of inks and coatings for a diverse range of commercial applications, has been awarded the Silver EcoVadis Medal for sustainability. EcoVadis has been evaluating the efforts of com- panies to operate sustainably and comply with high social standards since it was founded in 2007. EcoVadis examines a business’s sustainability man- agement across the environment, labor and human
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evaluation of Nazdar, Eco- Vadis looked at the ongoing efforts by the business to be- come more sus- tainable, as well as its plans to implement fur- ther environ- mental programs. EcoVadis awarded the company a silver medal to recognize its work. Nazdar has a long-term commitment to the envi- ronment and has launched a number of initiatives to not only help the business achieve its own goals, but also to pass these on to customers that have similar ambitions and objectives.
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Bobst North To Open Atlanta Competence Center Bobst North America plans to open a brand-new Competence Center in Atlanta, Georgia, featur- ing its latest flexible packaging and label printing technology. The Center will provide an opportunity for con- verters and brand owners to come and see Bobst’s technologies in wide-web and narrow-web flexo, digital, flexo and hybrid printing, and lamination. “This new Competence Center will be around five times the size of our previous demonstration cen- ter in Alpharetta, and by adding flexible packaging solutions to our label portfolio, we are putting the full range of BOBST’s offer firmly on the map here in the United States,” said Emilio Corti, Region Busi- ness Director, Americas at BOBST. The new Competence Center in Alpharetta will open in early 2024. UPM Raflatac Unveils New Beverage Label Materials UPM Raflatac has launched its new collection of wine, spirits and beverage label materials — Rêverie 3 — that embraces circularity by using recycled fi- bers in aesthetically attractive labels.
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Nam Kyung Installs Vetaphone Corona Treater Vietnam-based flexible packaging company Nam Kyung has installed a Vetaphone VE1L-A (C4) Model corona treater on its new Nordmeccanica laminator. Founded in Korea in 1977, NKC developed many
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Avery Dennison Partners With Emerald Technology Avery Dennison has formed a partnership with Emerald Technology Ventures focusing on indus- trial, sustainable and new packaging and materials technologies that support the company’s strategic innovation and sustainability goals. Sustainability is an area of strategic importance for Avery Dennison and, as part of its 2030 sustainabil- ity goals, the company has committed to delivering innovations that advance the circular economy. By partnering with Emerald, Avery Dennison will fund disruptive sustainable innovation and gain access
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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 offers trusted cleaning technologies for the world’s best printers and convert - ers. Solutions include the award winning Sitexco+ Anilox Laser System, the Nanovis Parts Washing System, the Sitexco L10 Label System, the innovative Sanilox™ System or Alphasonics solutions. We also offer Xpress™ mobile cleaning service at your facility or ours.
to new technology that supports its ability to devel- op customer solutions in the packaging, retail and industrial sectors. Building on the success of the Avery Dennison label and packaging startup accelerator program, AD Stretch, Emerald will also provide expertise in identifying and nurturing successful startups that fit the company’s strategic profile. Circular Innovation Avery Dennison’s partnership with Emerald is part of its recent series of circular innovation invest- ments. In November 2022, the company invested in The Modern Milkman, a UK-based grocery delivery service based on a refill-reuse model. Avery Den- nison will also work with the brand to introduce digital identification technology that monitors and tracks the journey of The Modern Milkman’s glass bottles. In March, the company announced that it had invested in Circ, a U.S.-based chemical recycler, to speed the commercialization of technology that allows brands and Avery Dennison to recycle mixed textile waste streams, such as polyester-cot- ton blends, into high-quality cellulose-based or PET-based yarns used in apparel production. With Circ, it will also explore opportunities to contin- ue testing its market-leading digital identification solutions for apparel supply chain traceability in a real-world environment.
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ICC 2023 Annual Meeting Comes To Bourbon City AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, will its members to Louisville, Kentucky, September 18-20 for the 2023 Annual Meeting. Over three days, attendees will experience the best of Louisville during a night at the Kentucky Derby Museum at Churchill Downs, Bourbon Dis- tillery Tours, and lunch at the historic Farmington Plantation. Stephanie Stuckey, CEO, Stuckey’s Corp., will provide the keynote presentation, Looking Back to Move Forward . Tim Bergwall, Group President, Paper Packaging & Services, Greif, Inc. & President of Soterra Land Management LLC, will present The State of the In- dustry during the Focus Session. The economy and strategies to grow today are the other Focus Session topics that will be addressed by George Staphos, Managing Director, Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Gene Marks, CPA, Author & Columnist, and Small Business Owner. Participants will have a lunch presentation with Tripp Crosby, the comedy filmmaker and entre- preneur behind the comedy sketch called “A Con- ference Call in Real Life” and leader of Very, Very Video, an agency that works with companies like Zoom, Snowflake, Monday.com, Coke, and Ford to increase their brand awareness. The Way Forward: Mastering Life’s Toughest Bat- tles & Discovering Your Purpose is the message from closing keynote speaker Sergeant Dakota L. Meyer, Marine, Firefighter, and New York Times Best-Selling Author. His New York Times best-sell- ing book, Into the Fire: A Firsthand Account of the Most Extraordinary Battle in the Afghan War , is an account of his actions during the Battle of Ganjigal, where three U.S. Marines, a U.S. Navy corpsman, and Afghan soldiers went missing in Afghanistan after being ambushed by 50 insurgents. Meyer earned his Medal of Honor for his actions during this battle, which was part of Operation En- during Freedom in Afghanistan. He is the first living Marine to have received the medal since 1973 and one of the youngest. Attendees will also be able to participate in three plant tours featuring Independent II, Premier Pack- aging, and Greif CorrChoice.
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People & Places Vetaphone Vetaphone A/S has appointed Ontario, Canada-based DTM Flexo Services, headed by Dave McBeth and Kerry Byrne to handle its nar- row and mid web sales business in Canada. The new appointment augments the successful and ongo- ing relationship that Vetaphone has with NELCO Canada which, under Sales Manager Brad Hunter, will continue to be responsible for Vet- aphone’s wide web, extrusion, and coating customers in Canada. Grafotronic Grafotronic, Warsaw, Poland, has named Peter Cederholm as its new Chief Executive Officer. Cederholm, a Swedish national, has a diverse
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DuPont Packaging Graphics www.cyrel.com/na
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/
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& Mechatronics, Cederholm has held various senior positions throughout his career, including Vice President Reachstackers and Senior Vice Pres- ident of Sales & Markets at Kalmar, as well as President of Bromma at Cargotec. In addition to the ap- pointment of Peter Cederholm as CEO, Grafotronic has established two daughter companies to further strengthen its market presence. The
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newly formed Benelux subsidiary will be managed by Patrick Brouns. Meanwhile, the UK subsidiary will be headed by industry veteran Paul Hughes. IST America IST America announced the return of Chris Davis to the organization in a key sales development role.
Davis has decided to return to IST America to leverage his skill set and contribute to the organization’s strategic objectives. The decision to return was fueled by a mutual desire to reunite and continue the momentum initiated during Davis’ previous tenure with the company.
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process will be explored. This includes: specialist inks, coatings and em- bellishment techniques; paper substrates; printing technology and making the right machinery choic- es; and the branding perspective on creating the perfect wine label. Speakers include: Ignacio Sánchez Recarte, Secre- tary General, CEEV (European Committee of Wine Companies); Susana Fajardo, Product Manager, wine spirit & craft beer, Fedrigoni Self-Adhesives; Andy Thomas-Emans, Strategic Director, Labelex- po Global Series; Stefano Pistoni, Senior Manager, Business Development, wine, spirits & beverage, EMEIA region, UPM Raflatac; Mark Walkling, Prod- uct Manager, ECP Packaging & Narrow Web Labels, Europe, Sun Chemical; and Uffe Nielsen, CEO, GM. AWA Announces Sleeve Label Award Winners AWA has named the winners of the Sleeve Label Awards. Corey Reardon, President and CEO of AWA Alexander Watson Associates announced the win- ners during the AWAVirtual Sleeve Label Awards & 2023 Conference Preview event.
Labelexpo Europe September 11-14, 2023 Brussels Convention Center Brussels, Belgium
FTA Fall Conference October 9-11, 2023 Louisville, Kentucky
TLMI Annual Meeeting October 15-17, 2023 The Broadmoor Colorado Springs, CO
Labelexpo Asia December 5-8, 2023 SNIEC Shanghai, China
Gulf Print & Pack January 9-11, 2024 World Trade Center Dubai, United Emirites
A panel of independent industry insiders, includ- ing Séamus Lafferty, President of Accraply, Inc., Tom Hammer, head of technical marketing at Siegwerk Narrow Web – CUSA, and Heath Luetkens, Execu- tive Director of iC3D Software, judged the entries across three specific categories. “Best TD Shrink Sleeve” title went to Reynders La- bel Printing for its entry, “Coppa Cocktails.” The “Environmental Contribution” category recog- nized sleeve labels that prioritize sustainability. CCL Label was honored for its work on Henkel’s Vernel Fabric Softener. Sleever International received an honorable men- tion in the special category for their sleeve label on “Canne Bleue.”
Labelexpo Americas September 10-12, 2024 Donald E. Stephens Convention Center Rosemont, Illinois
FTA Annual Meeting May 4-7, 2025 David L. Lawrence Convention Center Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Pacificolor Prepress packaging company Pacificolor LLC, Woods Cross, Utah, has made two key appointments. Jeff Aker joins the company as a Technical Specialist and Nick Brunk as Director of Market Development. Aker brings more than 30 years of industry knowledge, including col- or management, production man- agement, sales, and print quality management. He will work with Pacificolor partners to create brand value for clients. Brunk has more than 30 years’ ex- perience in the packaging prepress and print industry. His role focus- es on market development, guiding the sales team and supporting the implementation of the company’s growth strategy. People & Places
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Pacificolor is a full-service premedia supplier and exclusive North American provider of the flexible and corrugated screening technologies ProjectBlue and Vortex. The company is headquartered in Utah with addi- tional sites in Colorado and Minnesota. Meyers Purchases Fourth MPS EF Flexo Press Minneapolis, Minnesota, packaging and la- bel printer Meyers has invested in its fourth MPS Systems press, a 530mm, 10-color EF flexo press, equipped with GEW AeroLED UV curing and AVT Helios inspection system. Optimize Production MPS claims that by utilising IoT, the EF press helps customers optimize production by identifying possible bottlenecks and automatically suggesting areas for improvement. The partnership between the printer and MPS dates back to 2008 with the installation of Meyers’ first MPS press. In 2017, Meyers became the first printer in North America to purchase an EF SYMJET hybrid press combining the automated MPS EF platform and the Domino N610i 7-colour digital UV inkjet label press. Founded in 1949, Meyers is a print manufacturer specializing in packaging, label, and retail display.
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