August 2023
Starch Added to PLA Biopolymer Increases Compostability
Michigan State University School of Packaging researchers discover addition of starch makes polylactic acid (PLA) bioplastic home compostable. …
EPA Fines Waterloo, Iowa, Company for Alleged Chemical Risk Prevention Violations
LENEXA, KAN. (AUG. 14, 2023) – Advanced Heat Treat Corp. of Waterloo, Iowa, has agreed to pay a $85,000 civil penalty to resolve alleged violations of the federal Clean Air Act’s chemical risk prevention provisions. “It is critical that companies that handle dangerous chemicals comply with the safety requirements…
We’re at the Tipping Point for Curbside Recycling of Flexible Packaging
Recent developments and activities point to the capability for more widespread collection of bags, pouches, and films at consumers’ curbs. Let’s get there. …
International PaperBox Invests In Bobst Expertfold, Expertcut
Salt Lake City, Utah based International PaperBox has announced an investment in the Bobst Expertfold and Expertcut to help boost productivity and precision. The Bobst Expertcut 106 Autoplaten is a premium die-cutting machine that offers versatility for carton packaging converters. Designed for easy operation, it offers product quality on complex designs…
Chickasaw Container Corporation Celebrates 40th ‘Ruby Anniversary’
Okolona, Mississippi based Chickasaw Container Corporation marks its 40th Ruby Anniversary this year and there is a lot to celebrate with the recent install of a new flexo folder gluer, a major expansion anticipated to be complete in coming months, and the pride that comes with being part of an organization…
TAPPI Highlights Networking Events At CorrExpo 2023
TAPPI has announced a host of networking events that are in store for the CorrExpo 2023 show on August 28-30 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland, Ohio. Golf — To kick off the event in good fashion, golfers will tee off at 9 a.m. Monday for the Corrugated Classic Golf…
Graphic Packaging To Acquire Bell Incorporated
Atlanta, Georgia based Graphic Packaging announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sioux Falls, North Dakota based Bell Incorporated, one of the largest folding carton manufacturers in the United States. Bell Incorporated was founded in 1920 as Bell Paper Box in Sioux Falls to provide packaging to…
Foodservice Packaging's Biggest Recycling Problems
Foodservice Packaging Institute reveals critical touchpoints impacting paper and plastic foodservice packaging recycling efforts. …
Can Robots Help Solve the Supply Chain Disruptions?
Let’s look at how far we’ve come with autonomous robots in manufacturing to see what role they can play in the supply chain of the future. …
EPA Partially Approves, Partially Disapproves Missouri’s List of Impaired Waters
LENEXA, KAN. (AUG. 8, 2023) – EPA has partially approved and partially disapproved Missouri’s 2022 list of impaired waters and transmitted its decision to the state. EPA’s decision document provides a more detailed description of EPA’s review and the basis for this action. The decision document, including the approved…