Important Work for and in the Industry
Thanks to its determination, the Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council has created and contributed to standards and test methods that have improved the safety of medical device packaging worldwide.
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In this issue, we interview Weston Harcourt, strategic account manager of Sonoco Products Company.
Read MoreThe four pillars—protect, inform, promote, and connect—have been infused with new priorities to guide the board, committee, and staff efforts—and inform the Flexible Packaging Association’s budget
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But what exactly is eco-innovation and how are sustainable materials and practices being integrated into the manufacture of flexible packaging?
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This Congress—specifically the U.S. House—found a way to pass bipartisan legislation in critical times by deviating from the regular procedure and using the suspension process.
Read MoreThree major issues continue to be at the forefront: EPR for packaging, recyclable labeling claims, and packaging material bans.
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Individuals recognized at Ship & Shore Environmental, Charter Next Generation, BW Packaging, Miraclon, and Emerald Packaging.
Read MoreThe program seeks to create a collaborative environment for students to connect and begin building their career networks and to encourage a career in the flexible packaging industry after they graduate.
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Opening Possibilities had a direct tie-in with the Informa + SPMC® Red Cross Blood Drive.
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In this issue, we interview David Nunes, president of Hosokawa Alpine American, Inc.
Read MoreFood waste is one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions. The current goal set by the United Nations Global Compact, Paris Accord, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and U.S. Department of Agriculture is to cut food waste and loss by 50% by 2030.
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From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to the U.K. Plastic Packaging Tax and individual state guidelines, regulations bring challenges when it comes to the ability to quickly adapt.
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Among the issues are recycling, plastic pollutions, and extended producer responsibility.
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These assessments of state recycling systems will remain crucial in determining ultimately what the cost will be to producers.
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Polyplex, MAR-CO, Printpack, and Vonco lend a helping hand.
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While FPA was heavily engaged in several issue areas, including labeling standards, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, and advanced recycling technologies, FPA’s highest priority remained extended producer responsibility legislation.
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Among them are the creation of content for the perfectpackaging.org, videos, and online games.
Read MoreIt’s often said laws can have unintended consequences. When it comes to certain proposed environmental legislative initiatives, the consequences could severely compromise the safety of sterile medical device packaging.
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In this issue, we interview L. Todd Becker, vice president of polyethylene sales at Nova Chemicals, Inc.
Read MoreFPA is also launching a new supporting category of membership.
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