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Consultant: New Battles Emerge in Plastics Debate
And Flexible Packaging Companies Must Improve Circularity
June 28, 2024
The flexible packaging industry is no longer losing the public relations war with environmentalists over how consumers view the issues. It may have already lost it.
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Rethinking Workforce Strategies
New Approaches Might Attract—and Keep—Talent, Experts Suggest
July/August 2024
he flexible packaging sector is in the same bind as other industries when it comes to recruiting and retaining talent. But if it wants to solve its workforce challenges, leaders will need to take a more proactive approach.
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Using Sustainability Playbooks in R&D
Science Group Worked With CTOs to Develop Detailed Guides
July/August 2024
A forum for chief technology officers in 2022 launched its inaugural effort—a practical guide for research and development teams that are contributing to corporate net-zero goals. This year, the forum’s initiative accelerated with actionable insights on balancing sustainability with growth.
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Being Social
New FPA Social Media Campaign Expands Reach
July/August 2024
At the start of Earth Day/Month in April, the social media marketing partner for the Flexible Packaging Association began a concerted effort to reach broader audiences, expanding upon an online community that has been increasing steadily over the past few years. The new campaign—“Pro Planet: We Believe Every Day is Earth Day”—is a six-part series that will run into early 2025.
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Company Sees Increase in Need for Plastic Scorecards
More Businesses Will Have to Monitor Their Products, Founders Say
May 1, 2024
A startup aims to help companies understand plastics in their operations and supply chain and identify areas to reduce their use.
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Experts: Consumers Key to Tracking Food Waste
May 1, 2024
Researchers estimate that the average family of four in the United States spends about $1,500 a year on food that is never eaten, but what has been harder to calculate are the reasons why.
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Finding Gold
Companies Innovate With Flexible Packaging
May/June 2024
The judges for the 68th Annual Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition focused on containment, protection, convenience, communication, and sustainability.
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Finding Silver
Innovations and Beauty Mark Flexible Packaging Competition
May/June 2024
In addition to expanding the use of flexible packaging and packaging excellence, silver awards were given out in four other categories: sustainability, technical innovation, printing, and shelf impact.
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Food for Thought
Packaging Industry Monitors Federal Efforts to Reduce Food Waste
May/June 2024
The flexible packaging industry backs the overall goal of reducing food waste. However, industry executives are concerned the federal strategy fails to reflect the value of plastic and flexible packaging in tackling the problem.
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Ohio Tech Hub to Invest in Sustainable Polymer R&D
Hub Official: ‘Flexible Packaging Is Very High on a Lot of Our Innovators’ Minds’
February 28, 2024
Participants include universities, research centers, local governments, and economic development agencies, as well as companies such as Avery Dennison, Avient, Bridgestone, Goodyear, Parker Hannifin, and Synthomer.
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National Recycling Measures Have Broad Business Support
Congress Expected to Continue Deliberations on Two Bills
February 28, 2024
Observers expect deliberations on the Recycling Infrastructure and Accessibility Act of 2023 and the Recycling and Composting Accountability Act to continue in 2024
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On Watch in Washington
Federal Recycling Legislation Could Grab Attention in 2024
March/April 2024
With 2024 being an election year, conventional wisdom would suggest that the elected leaders might concentrate more on the horse races than public policies this year; however, significant legislation has been working its way through Congress.
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Employee Owned
CNG and Others Reflect on Business Models Where Employees Have an Ownership Stake
March/April 2024
Advocates argue that an ownership stake spurs employees to take a more active role in creating value and driving profits. But it also reduces turnover and can be attractive to potential employees.
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‘Suitable for Framing’
Judges of the Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition Identify Winners for 2024
March/April 2024
The judges focus on picking the winners in six categories: expanding the use of flexible packaging, technical innovation, sustainability, printing, shelf impact, and packaging excellence.
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Company Places Skilled Manufacturing Workers Using Traveling Nurses as a Model
January 4, 2024
Skillwork places industrial technicians on temporary assignments at production facilities around the U.S., similar to the way traveling nurses supplement the workforce at hospitals and health systems.
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Mechanical Recycling Plant for Flexible Films Fully Operational in Minnesota
January 4, 2024
Food-grade and non-food-grade post-consumer recycled resin are being produced at the plant.
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Here to Help
Closed Loop Partners Seeks Circularity Projects It Can Fund
Jan/Feb 2024
The transition from a linear to circular economy is so complex observers have found that projects require expertise and investments from multiple stakeholders.
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Testing Films and Film Alternatives
Packaging Machine Manufacturer Examines Which Options Perform Best
Jan/Feb 2024
Lantech doesn’t make flexible film or film alternatives. However, the international manufacturer of packaging machines has an interest in closely monitoring the evolving marketplace and efforts that might limit the use of virgin plastics.
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Cybersecurity: Learning From Others
Security Breach at MGM Resorts Offers Real-Time Lessons for Attendees at PACK EXPO Las Vegas
Jan/Feb 2024
A cybersecurity expert presents tips on ways companies can prepare for a cyberattack.
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