The pandemic brought disruptions, but with them came what John Wilson, director of marketing and sustainability for Amcor, calls “shopportunities.”
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Federal Infrastructure Law Includes Some Recycling Funding
More Support for National Plan Could Come Later
The federal infrastructure measures signed by President Joe Biden last month include some welcome funds for recycling and environmental programs.
Read MorePlastics Recycling Plant Will Be Fully Operational in Pennsylvania Early in 2022
Facility Will Convert Hard-to-Recycle Plastics Into Building Materials
A Pennsylvania recycling plant that will convert plastic waste into construction materials should be fully operational early next year.
Read MoreA Conversation With David M. Staker
CEO and President, Plastic Packaging Technologies (PPT)
Each issue, as well as occasionally in a digital exclusive, FlexPack VOICE® hosts a Q&A segment with an industry leader. Here, we hear from David M. Staker of PPT.
Read MoreShaping the Future of Flexible Packaging
The flexible packaging landscape is evolving fast, powered by an increase in demand for shorter runs, just-in-time delivery, greater agility, high quality, lower costs and more sustainable manufacturing processes and materials. In order to respond to these challenges, BOBST has positioned itself as a global solutions provider with a presence along the entire value chain. […]
Read MoreInterns and Opportunities
FPA Program Connects Industry Interns With Each Other and Mentors
This summer and fall, FlexPack VOICE® has been taking a closer look at some of the 35 interns who were part of FPA’s summer internship program. Here is a look at two more profiles: Bradley Reinhart and Abid Shafiullah
Read MoreMeet the FPA Staff
A Conversation with Ram K. Singhal, FPA Vice President, Technology and Environmental Strategy
In this installment of “Meet the FPA Staff,” FPA Vice President of Technology and Environmental Strategy Ram Singhal talks about his path from India to the UK to FPA.
Read MoreExpanded Interview With Catherine Heckman
Business Unit Director, Ashland
In this segment, we interview Catherine Heckman, business unit director—North America, laminating, adhesives and coatings at Ashland, a global specialty materials company.
Read MoreMilestones: EarthFirst® Films by PSI
25 Years as an FPA Member
EarthFirst® Films by PSI (Plastic Suppliers, Inc.) has been a member of the Flexible Packaging Association for 25 years, making it one of the longest-serving members of the trade association based in Annapolis, Maryland.
Read MoreMilestones: Liquibox—60 Years in Business in 2021
Since its founding 60 years ago, Liquibox has gone through a number of transformations, including several ownership changes and rebrandings.
Read MoreFPA Summer Intern Program Starts
Program Formed by the Emerging Leadership Council Recruitment Committee
The recruitment committee of the FPA Emerging Leadership Council (ELC) launched its first program this summer, with 35 students participating from about 16 companies, large and small, across FPA’s membership.
Read MoreExpanded Interview With Madeleine Robinson
CEO of LPS Industries, LLC
In this segment, we interview Madeleine Robinson, CEO of LPS Industries, LLC and a member of the FPA chairperson’s advisory council.
Read MoreAutomation Dominates Manufacturing Landscape
PMMI’s PACK EXPO in September to Highlight Issues
Years before the pandemic, manufacturers were struggling to find new workers, leading to innovative ways of using automation to replace jobs where it made sense.
Read MoreMeet the FPA Staff
A Conversation with Alison Keane, FPA President and CEO
“Meet the FPA Staff” is a way for you to get to know those you work with in a more personal way. Alison Keane, FPA president and CEO, is taking the lead with this first Q&A in the occasional series.
Read MoreExpanded Interview With Stan Bikulege
President and CEO of Novolex
This is an expanded version of an interview with Stan Bikulege that appears in the May/June 2021 issue of This is an expanded version of an interview with Stan Bikulege that appears in the May/June 2021 issue of FlexPack VOICE®. The printed article can be found online, too, in the digital format of the full magazine.®. The printed article can be found online, too, in the digital format of the full magazine.
Read MoreFPA Member Milestones
Mica Corp. Hits 30 Years as Member of FPA
When Mica Corporation opened in 1971, the company was a one-person operation run by its founder, Daniel Siegel.
Read MoreE-commerce Trends Accelerate
Euromonitor International Research Head Outlines How Trends Will Play Out
The ramp up to e-commerce worldwide will only accelerate in the months ahead as businesses and stores reopen and consumers go back to more normal daily activities, according to Michelle Evans, senior head of digital consumer research for Euromonitor International.
Read MoreSteady at the Helm at Bumble Bee
Jan Tharp, CEO and President, Offers Tips for Weathering a Crisis
When it comes to providing leadership in a crisis, Jan Tharp says a critical aspect is having someone at the helm who is going to be a reassuring presence.
Read MoreAmerican Packaging Corp. Garners FPA’s Highest Award
The Award is the Top Prize in FPA’s Annual Competition
The Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition sponsored by the Flexible Packaging Association included 75 packages, with some of them being entered in multiple categories.
Read MorePresentation Shows How Market Tracker Tool Can Help FPA Members
The Tool is Available Online Through FPA’s Website
Let’s say you want to learn more about trends in another country where you might want to do business. As a member of the Flexible Packaging Association, details are a few mouse clicks away with the Market Tracker tool. “What is great is that you can compare one market against another, which can really help […]
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