Many flexible packaging companies are building growth strategies around digital print technologies, integrating digital presses into their current operations.
The winter often brings expectations of colder, lower humidity weather and the right conditions for generating static electricity in flexible packaging processes.
Precision AirConvey, a manufacturer of trim and matrix removal systems, has appointed John Coates as its new chief operating officer. In the position, Coates will work to aggressively position the company for continued expansion and success in high growth markets.
Amcor has entered into an agreement to acquire BPI China, a Chinese subsidiary of U.K.-based British Polythene Industries that produces flexible packaging for domestic and international customers, for $13 million (U.S.).
Sonoco has been recognized with a 2016 PAC Global Leadership Gold Award for Packaging Innovation for its flexible squeeze pouch developed for Daisy brand sour cream.
Maxcess, a global leader in innovative products and services for the web handling industry, has appointed Nang Young as its vice president and general manager of Maxcess China.
According to a report in the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Printpack will close its Hazelwood, Missouri plant, a move that will result in the layoff of the facility’s 115 employees.