FPA recently joined other trade associations representing some top employers in the U.S. to praise Rep. Al Lawson, D-Fla, and Ken Buck, R-Colo., for reintroducing the Aluminum Pricing Examination (APEX) Act (H.R. 2698).
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FPA Member Milestones
Mica Corp. Hits 30 Years as Member of FPA
May 3, 2021
When Mica Corporation opened in 1971, the company was a one-person operation run by its founder, Daniel Siegel.
Read MoreAstara Capital Completes Investment in Garlock Printing & Converting
May/June 2021
The company will continue to be managed by Garlock’s current senior management team, led by founder and CEO Pete Garlock.
Read More2021 Off to a Fast Start
States Debating EPR, Recycled Content, and Labeling Bills
May/June 2021
2021 began with a rush in many states to consider policies that will squarely impact the flexible packing industry.
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International Entries Highlight 2021 Awards Competition
Judges Recognize Winners in UAE and India
April 29, 2021
The Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition had a strong international flavor this year, especially when it came to printing excellence, leading to multiple awards for one company in the United Arab Emirates and another in India.
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Prototypes Offer Solutions Through Flexible Packaging
Students Discuss Winning Entries in FPA Contest
April 29, 2021
Caylee Boone and three of her classmates at the University of Wisconsin-Stout were tasked with coming up with ideas and prototypes that would advance uses for flexible packaging, so they started to think about how they use products and what could be improved.
Read MoreSustainability, Social Media Efforts Ramp Up
May/June 2021
As the packaging industry—particularly the plastic and flexible packaging industry—continues to face unprecedented levels of legislation around end-of-life management and full circularity, promotion of the many benefits of flexible packaging is more important than ever.
Read MoreEastman Investing $250M in Depolymerization Plant
May/June 2021
Eastman Chemical Co. will invest $250 million over two years to build a methanolysis plant at its Kingsport, Tennessee facility.
Read MorePrivate Equity Firm Invests in Aquapak
May/June 2021
ADM Capital Europe, LLP, a London-based private equity advisory firm, reported that its Cibus Enterprise Fund has invested in the British polymer production company Aquapak Polymers Ltd.
Read MorePeak Rock Capital Affiliate Buys AMB
May/June 2021
An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital, a middle-market private investment firm, completed its acquisition of AMB, S.p.A in partnership with the Marin family, AMB’s founders and current owners, and the management team of AMB.
Read MoreMiraclon Names New Executives
May/June 2021
Miraclon recently appointed a chief technology and innovation officer and a chief technology adviser.
Read MoreKarville Increases Capacity for Pouch Machine Manufacturing
May/June 2021
Karlville Swiss opened a second building in Stabio, Switzerland, to meet the demands of the flexible packaging market.
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Breaking Down Sustainability Goals
Basic Steps Will Lead to Achievements
May/June 2021
Sustainability is a concern for governments, businesses, and people worldwide.
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Washington Shifts to “New Normal” Schedule
Former Recycling Priorities Back On Track
May/June 2021
At this time a year ago, advocacy efforts in Washington were just starting to adjust to the realities of a pandemic-dictated virtual work environment and a mostly reactive emergency-based legislative agenda.
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Sustainability Efforts Honored
5 Packages Receive Awards in FPA Annual Contest
May/June 2021
Sustainability goals are shared across the flexible packaging industry, so when it comes to finding ways to improve the circular economy, collegiality and collaboration dominate, says Randy Shermet, vice president of sales and development at Polykar in Burlington, Ontario.
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Packaging For Patient Care
Sterile Packaging Helps Medical Professionals Save Lives
May/June 2021
From scraped knees to heart-valve replacements, every day people depend upon health care and medical/surgical supplies safely delivered in sterile packaging.
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Market Tracker Explained
Euromonitor’s Tool Now Updated Quarterly
May/June 2021
Without reliable information about COVID-19’s impact on daily life and spending habits, strategic planning becomes challenging for flexible packaging manufacturers hoping to make inroads in, perhaps, Turkey, France, Brazil, or China.
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A Closer Look at Stan Bikulege
Chairman and CEO of Novolex
May/June 2021
In this issue, we interview Stan Bikulege, chairman and CEO of Novolex and a board member of FPA.
Read MoreLPS Industries, LLC Assists Frontline Workers
May/June 2021
Early last year, LPS Industries’ CEO, Madeleine Robinson, made a financial donation to Fabulous Foods through the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey, a pro-business trade organization.
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Polyplex Corp. Donates Worldwide
May/June 2021
Polyplex Corp. donated money, food, supplies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) to community members, hospitals, and local governments in locations across its footprint.
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