Cascades Appoints David VP, Communications, Public Affairs Kingsey Falls, Quebec based Cascades has announced the appointment of François David, currently VP, Commer- cial for its Tissue Papers sector, as VP, Communications, Public Affairs and Sustainable Development.
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OHIO BLOW PIPE/ADVANCED AIRSYSTEMS www.obpairsystems.com For 85 years the Ohio Blow Pipe company and its whol- ly owned subsidiary, Advanced Airsystems, have provided the corrugated and folding carton industries with systems and products to process scrap. We engineer, fabricate, in- stall, service, provide system audits, and offer a wide range of scrap systems, dust collection systems and products to include cyclones, under roof AIR-SCREEN™ systems, pit belt systems, CLEANAIR dust collectors, Mist-Clone™ dust control systems for vacuum feeds, material handling fans, ductwork, switch valves, airveyors, balers, and shredders. OMP www.omp.com OMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow and thrive by offering the best digitized sup- ply chain planning solution on the market. Its Unison Plan- ning concept has a unique approach. It handles all supply chain planning challenges in a unified way, synchronizing all planning stages, horizons, functions and roles. Hundreds of customers run OMP’s cloud-based solution to generate more value by making informed decisions. OMP invests one out of every three dollars earned into innovation.
A graduate of the Université de Sherbrooke with a Bachelor of Business Administration and a ma- jor in Marketing, François brings a rich and diverse professional back- ground. Throughout his career, he has worked across five different in- dustries and within small, mid-sized
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and large organizations, developing strong expertise in marketing, sales, innovation, brand management and communications. He has been part of the Cascades family for more than six years. Recognized for his ability to mobilize teams, his strong people skills and his strategic vision, François David will play a key role in enhancing the Company’s profile and in the implementation of its new Sustainable Development Plan, the most ambitious in its history. “François is a unifying leader who knows how to build high-performing, engaged teams. His people-centered approach, his ability to develop lasting relationships built on trust and his strategic vision will be significant assets as we continue our transformation,” said Hugues Simon, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cascades.
PAPER AND DUST PROS, INC. www.paperanddustpros.com
We custom design, install and service air conveyed scrap and dust collection systems. Our unique APS® is smaller, lighter, and more reliable than current cyclones. Contact us to learn how the APS® System can enhance your operation.
DS Smith Creates Innovative Packaging For Gifted Trees
PROFERO SYSTEMS, INC. www.ProferoSystems.com
Profero Systems the leader in double facer heating and traction section conversions and performance enhancing products. Featuring products from Contact Bars and Com- pensating Rolls to New Glue Machines and Double Facers. GF PUHL www.gfpuhl.com GF PUHL designs, manufactures and installs air conveyed scrap & dust collection systems for the packaging and cor- rugated industries. With 42 years of experience, USA and In- ternational. We offer below or above roof systems featuring cyclones OR screen separators with real time pressure bal- ancing for optimal dust control. High efficiency cyclones for sheet transfer exhaust systems eliminate water consump- tion and deliver dust directly to compactor or briquetter for low maintenance, long term sustainability and reliability.
UK based packaging company DS Smith has created a cor- rugated packaging solution for Dutch company Geefeen- boompje.nl, which specializes in gifting trees to commem- orate occasions, such as births. The custom e-commerce packaging was designed to improve both product protec- tion and overall packaging performance. “The strength of DS Smith lies in their ability to think and conceptualize along with you, and they fully under- stand what is needed now and equally importantly, the challenges that an expanding business will face in a few years’ time,” said Remko Slokkers, co-founder of Geefeen- boompje.nl. According to DS Smith, the redesigned packaging improves supply chain efficiency while helping reduce overall costs. Using a die-cut design, the company incor- porated strategically placed air holes to provide better ventilation for the trees during transit. “The improved packaging and material usage enhance the efficiency of the packing process and support a more streamlined supply chain approach. It turned out to be fi-
QUEST7, INC. www.Quest7.us
Quest7, Inc. is focused on being a leading manufacturer and distributor of critical parts and materials required in the cor- rugated box industry. Our commitment of “Bringing the Best to You,” reflects the level of quality and customer response in what we do every day.
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