We interview Alan Rogers, vice president of sales at Polymount US LLC, which joined the Flexible Packaging Association in 2024.
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NAM Report Outlines How Manufacturers Use Artificial Intelligence
May 2024 Report Recommends Policy Approaches to AI Regulation
The National Association of Manufacturers releases report focusing on how AI reshaping manufacturing
Read MoreReimagined FPA Fall Conference Takes Shape
Revamped Event in September Includes Educational Sessions and Seminars
The Flexible Packaging Association set out in 2023 to reinvent the organization’s fall conference to include more networking opportunities and educational sessions while accommodating its expanding membership base. Those efforts culminate with an exciting conference.
Read MoreFlexible Packaging Industry Growth Accelerates
The Annual State of the Flexible Packaging Industry Report provides industry converters, suppliers, investors, and analysts with insight into the performance of the U.S. flexible packaging industry over the past year.
Read MoreELC to Hold Crash Course for People New to the Industry
The Emerging Leadership Council of the Flexible Packaging Association is excited to offer FPA member companies the opportunity to participate in the FlexPack Crash Course at PACK EXPO International.
Read MoreSPMC® Expands Its Membership Options
The Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council (SPMC®) recently added an associate member category, a significant milestone for the council, which was founded by and composed of converter members for nearly 30 years.
Read MoreSustainability—The ‘Megatrend’—Requires Commitment and Collaboration
Over the years, BOBST has been committed to its industry vision of “Shaping the future of the packaging world,” with sustainability as one of the four pillars. This focus is now reaching a critical juncture for the entire industry.
Read MoreExpect a Lot of Movement on Artificial Intelligence Policy
There is a broad bipartisan understanding that the government needs to proactively work to safeguard against the risks of AI while ensuring the benefits of AI can be utilized.
Read MoreMinnesota Becomes 5th State to Pass Packaging EPR Law
Even with 2024 being a short year for legislative sessions and the national elections taking center stage this November, some states felt the need to introduce legislation on extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging.
Read MoreAI and You
Manufacturers Successfully Examine How AI Helps Their Operations
AI offers the promise of greater efficiency and clearer, quicker insights into business operations. And while there are risks in using the technology, there also are risks in steering clear of it.
Read MoreLearning About Labeling
Labelexpo Americas 2024 Showcases Industry Trends and Innovations
Packaging industry professionals from around the world will gather in Rosemont, Illinois, for Labelexpo Americas 2024 to learn more about the challenges and innovations in the industry. The show will include live demonstrations of flexo presses and will display digital technology and finishing equipment, but it also will focus on trends facing the industry.
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Student Designers Develop New Twists on Old Packaging
Wouldn’t it be great to eat Pringles® chips without having to stick your hand down in the can? Essentially, that thinking was behind the flexible package that is the first-place winner of the 2024 Student Design Challenge held by the Flexible Packaging Association.
Read MoreA Closer Look at Sarah Marshall
Sarah Marshall, Vice President of Marketing, Nova Chemicals’ Polyethylene Business
In this issue, we interview Sarah Marshall, vice president of marketing of Nova Chemicals’ Polyethylene Business.
Read MoreCompanies Celebrate Employee Accomplishments
Companies recognized were American Packaging Corporation, Frain Industries, NOVA Chemicals, Inc., Printpack, and BW Converting. Individuals celebrated were Quentin Misenheimer and Nick Tucci.
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