NOVA Chemicals Corporation recently announced the appointment of Roger Kearns as president and CEO, effective June 12. Kearns most recently served as chief operating officer of Westlake Corporation, the global diversified manufacturer of essential products with 15,000 employees. Kearns succeeds Danny Dweik, who has served as interim president and CEO of NOVA Chemicals since October […]
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FPA President and CEO Dan Felton offers his valuable perspective on consumer trends, legislative change, sustainability, and more. Keep your finger on the pulse of the flexible packaging industry by learning about the obstacles and achievements outlined in these letters.
Regulatory Activity Accelerates in Four EPR States
More States Expected to Adopt EPR Laws
May/June 2023
The year 2023 is an incredibly active one for extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws, which are now being implemented in the four states that passed EPR laws for packaging—so far. Over the past two years, the initial EPR initiatives passed into law are as follows: Maine’s Legislative Document 1541 in 2021 Oregon’s Senate Bill (SB) […]
Read MoreConstantia Flexibles Expands with New Purchase
Austria-based Constantia Flexibles recently bought Lászlópack Kft., a Hungarian flexible packaging producer specializing in flexo printing. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Pim Vervaat, CEO of Constantia Flexibles, says the companies share a common vision to serve customers with more eco-friendly, innovative packaging solutions. “This acquisition further seizes new growth opportunities for Lászlópack to […]
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Vonco Products Buys Genesis Plastics Welding
Wisconsin-based Vonco Products LLC recently bought Genesis Plastics Welding based in Indiana. Terms of the deal, which Vonco says is it’s third in the past three years, were not disclosed. Genesis Plastics Welding is a thermoplastics contract manufacturer that uses radio frequency (RF) welding and heat sealing. “Vonco is on a mission to create more […]
Read MoreePac Flexible Packaging Says It Has Reached PFAS Compliance
Texas-based ePac Flexible Packaging recently reported it has reached compliance ahead of deadlines with regulations surrounding polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) substances and plastic packaging. The company says it worked ahead to comply with state laws and regulations banning intentionally added PFAS in packaging before rules go into effect this year. PFAS substances do not break down in […]
Read MoreInovar Purchases New Hampshire-based Amherst Label
Texas-based Inovar Packaging Group, LLC says it recently completed its acquisition of Amherst Label in Milford, New Hampshire. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Inovar says the deal is part of its plan for building a regionally based prime label business across North America. “Inovar’s mission is to serve the needs of specialty consumer […]
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New President Named at Xeikon, a Flint Group Division
A research and development officer was tapped by Flint Group to be president of its digital division, Xeikon. Robert Welford, who had been vice president of R&D at the company, was promoted to president to “lead Xeikon through the next phase of success, reaffirming its deep commitment to bringing the latest innovations in digital printing to […]
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Michelman Names Science and Sustainability Officer
Ohio-based Michelman recently hired a chief science and sustainability officer. Portia Yarborough, Ph.D., has expertise in high-performance engineered materials, elastomers, composites, and sealing technologies, according to a company news release. “Her leadership expertise and industry knowledge will help us accelerate our sustainability initiatives throughout Michelman and the industries we serve,” said Rick Michelman, president and […]
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Standing Out
Contest Judges Mull 2023 Award Entries
March/April 2023
Companies that are members of the Flexible Packaging Association submitted products to be evaluated in up to six categories in the 2023 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition: expanding the use of flexible packaging, technical innovation, printing, shelf impact, sustainability, and packaging excellence.
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Texas-based Inovar Packaging Buys South Dakota Companies
February 28, 2023
Dallas, Texas-based Inovar Packaging Group, LLC, recently completed its acquisition of Cimarron Label and Western Printing. The deal adds to Inovar’s existing manufacturing footprint in Dallas; Newburyport, Massachusetts; Fort Lauderdale, Florida; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Kansas City, Kansas; Oceanside, California; and Westfield, Massachusetts. Cimarron Label and Western Printing have operations in Sioux Falls and Aberdeen, South Dakota. […]
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Marijuana Laws Open Packaging Opportunities
Packaging Companies Tap New Market as States Legalize Marijuana
March/April 2023
Now that nearly 40 U.S. states have given a green light to cannabis use, whether for medical or recreational purposes, marijuana has taken on various forms—and the packaging often is now designed to gain attention rather than deflect it.
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Obstacles Surround Sales and Marketing Trends
Companies Push Forward as Sustainability Rules Shift
March/April 2023
After taking a back seat to supply constraints during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, sustainability has returned to the driver’s seat with sales and marketing efforts
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A Closer Look at Amy E. Moore
Vice President, Polyethylene Division, Westlake Corp.
March/April 2023
In this issue, we interview Amy E. Moore, vice president of Westlake Corp.’s polyethylene division.
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Students Prepare for Tech Careers
March/April 2023
We talk to Charles Christensen, an instructor at Northwood Technical College in Wisconsin, about the college’s Automated Packaging Systems Technician program.
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State Debates Will Challenge the Flexible Packaging Industry
March/April 2023
The year 2023 will be another precedent-setting one in terms of how much legislation will be introduced, but it is also a long year following the 2022 elections where Democrats had some notable gains at the state level.
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FPA Continues to Fight Against Unfair Aluminum Tariffs
Deadline for Final Findings Is Extended to July
March/April 2023
The Flexible Packaging Association developed and launched a broad-based outreach campaign to engage members of Capitol Hill and sound the alarm that the flexible packaging industry was once again being unfairly targeted with unwarranted trade actions on aluminum foil.
Read MoreSidel Joins R-Cycle
R-Cycle is the Open Tracing Standard for Sustainable Plastic Packaging
March/April 2023
Sidel wants to build upon its key role in bringing the circular economy to life.
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SPMC® White Papers Focus on Top Challenges
March/April 2023
The individuals who serve on the technical committee of the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council have contributed thousands of hours over its 28-year history to the development of industry guidance documents, standard test methods, FAQs, and most recently, white papers.
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ELC Update: New Speaker Series Planned for 2023
ELC Recruitment and Leadership Development Committee Highlights Success of Series
March/April 2023
THE EMERGING LEADERSHIP Council (ELC) of the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA) had a busy year, including the work being done by the ELC’s recruitment and leadership development committee.
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Year in Review
FPA Reflects on 2022 While Looking Ahead
March/April 2023
The Flexible Packaging Association recently published its annual “Report to the Members,” which provides an overview of the many initiatives and activities the association conducts on behalf of its members.
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