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Gurnee, Illinois based announced that packaging solutions provider Independent II was recognized in the 2023 Digital Labels & Packaging Awards for its Jeptha Creed Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey RSC corrugated box solution, produced on the Domino X630i digital aqueous inkjet press.  Independent II of Louisville, Kentucky, is a privately-owned corrugated manufacturer,…

Biddeford, Maine based Volk Packaging Corporation, a third-generation family owned and operated corrugated sheet plant, announced two major investments in equipment from Haire Group that have significantly improved their capacity and capabilities. First is an Apstar HG2 Flexo Folder Gluer 47” x 100” with a Duel Servo Slotter, Die-Cut Station, Scrap…

Hebron, Kentucky based Zumbiel Packaging, a leading provider of innovative paperboard packaging solutions since 1843, announced its recent acquisition of an HP PageWide T470S Press. This investment not only enhances Zumbiel Packaging’s folding carton production capabilities but also represents the dawn of a new era in automated production workflows for the…

Hazle Township, Pennsylvania based EAM-Mosca Corp., one of Pennsylvania’s premier innovation-focused manufacturers, announced breaking ground on a new facility at its headquarters. The $9 million complete renovation of 525 Jaycee Drive is adjacent to EAM-Mosca’s existing headquarters at 675 Jaycee Drive. The new facility is part of a larger $20.6 million…

Conyers, Georgia-based Pratt Industries, one of America’s leading 100 percent recycled paper and packaging companies, announced it has officially opened its new $253 million advanced manufacturing box factory in Cedar Hill, Texas. At capacity, the 1.1 million square foot plant – one of the largest and most modern of the company’s…

DOMA Coffee is known for creating high-quality, ethical, small-batch coffee that tastes awesome. Living by the motto, “Use our business for good and not for evil,” the company has been investing in the communities it touches for over 20 years. Sustainability and reducing their impact on the planet have been core…

Andrew out-performed everyone in his department. Little wonder his employer jumped at the chance to move him into a management position when the opportunity arose. What seemed a good decision at the time, however, quickly turned sour. Far from being a stimulant to greater profits, Andrew’s supervision of others sent productivity…

Pat Shields, left And Bill Codo Meaningful connections are crucial to our professional lives. William “Bill” Codo, Vice President of Accord Carton, and Patrick “Pat” Shields, Design Director Americas – Consumer Packaging/Food and Beverage, at West- Rock, understand firsthand the significance of cultivating inspiring and transformative relationships within the paperboard packaging…

AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, announced open registration for the 2023 Annual meeting in the heart of Bourbon City. Attendees will hear from top-notch speakers, attend invigorating workshop sessions, network with friends and colleagues, and experience what Louisville, Kentucky has to offer on September 18-20. Independent II, Premier Packaging, and Greif…

More than 180 corrugated industry leaders from around the world convened at the palatial Fairmont Banff Springs in Alberta, Canada, from June 19-22 for the International Corrugated Case Association (ICCA)/World Containerboard Organisation (WCO) 2023 Global Summit and Fibre Box Association (FBA) Annual Meeting for four days of insightful presentations, stellar networking…