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Report: Stakeholders Must Coordinate Circularity Efforts as Material Needs Shift

January 26, 2023

In a report titled “Packaging Compass: Evaluating Trends in U.S. Packaging Design,” AMERIPEN and the Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute evaluate trends in packaging design and the implications on a circular economy while outlining how coordinated efforts must start now to reach concrete goals over the next 10 years.

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A Conversation With Adrianne Tipton

Chief Technology Officer, Novolex

January 12, 2023

In this expanded interview with FlexPack VOICE®, Novolex Chief Technology Officer Adrianne Tipton offers insights into the future of the flexible packaging industry in 2023.

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Keane: Sustainability Remains Top Concern for FPA Members

December 22, 2022

When it comes to advocating for the flexible packaging industry, the highest priority remains issues surrounding sustainability, says Alison Keane, president and CEO of the Flexible Packaging Association.

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C-P Flexible Packaging Expands Solar Power Initiatives

December 8, 2022

C-P Flexible Packaging recently announced it plans to power half of the company’s U.S. facilities with solar energy by 2025.

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ProAmpac CEO Intends to Double Sales Within Five Years

Greg Tucker Says Sustainability Goals Accelerate, Too

November 22, 2022

ProAmpac intends to double its sales from about $2.5 billion to $5 billion within three to five years and offer a sustainable alternative for all of its products by 2025.

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A Conversation With Fredy Steng

Director of Sales, Strategic Accounts, Berry Global Group Inc.

November 10, 2022

In this expanded interview with FlexPack VOICE®, Berry Global Group Sales Director Fredy Steng offers insights into issues facing the industry in the coming year, including sustainability and government regulations.

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FPA Seminar Offers Tips for Students

Sal Pellingra Advises Students During Summer Sustainability Presentation

October 25, 2022

FPA’s virtual summer internship program connects college students with mentors and leaders to help build the future of the industry.

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FPA Plans FlexPack Crash Course at PACK EXPO International

FPA Leader Alison Keane Also to Give Address at Conference

October 11, 2022

PACK EXPO International offers several opportunities for attendees to learn about new and evolving aspects of the flexible packaging industry.

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Behind the Student Winners of FPA’s Packaging Contest

Gary Borges Reflects on Working With Students at Stout

September 27, 2022

Gary Borges, who worked as a product development manager with Printpack, now teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Stout, where students swept the awards in the Flexible Packaging Association’s annual Student Design Challenge.

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Liquibox CEO Coaches Students on Finding Purpose

The ‘Big P’ Has Helped His Company Grow, Ken Swanson Says

September 13, 2022

In 2013, Ken Swanson had just taken the job of CEO at Liquibox when it hit him while working late one night that he might have made a big mistake. Eventually, he decided to develop a purpose-driven organization.

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Dallas Plastics Buys Massachusetts-based Hi-De Liners

Texas-based Dallas Plastics, a manufacturer of blown polyethylene film with printing, embossing, and other capabilities for the medical, food, and industrial end markets, recently bought Hi-De Liners, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Headquartered in Orange, Massachusetts, Hi-De Liners manufactures high-density and linear low-density polyethylene bags and film using FDA-approved virgin resin. The […]

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Meet the FPA Staff

A conversation With Abigail Trumpy, FPA director, regulatory affairs

August 25, 2022

Continuing the “Meet the FPA Staff” series, FlexPack VOICE® sits down with Abigail Trumpy, FPA director, regulatory affairs.