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Q: When it comes to QC (quality control), how does one determine its parameters for testing and inspection? Is there a general baseline of what to look for, or is it really on a case-by-case basis?

Everyone knows packaging can be the differentiating factor for the consumer at that “first moment of truth” as they make their selection from crowded retail shelves.

In celebrating Flexible Packaging magazine’s 15 year anniversary, it creates a unique opportunity for us to look back from where we came and also forward as to where we are headed with regard to the bright and exciting opportunities that the future will hold for the flexible packaging industry, and in particular, the popular standup pouch packaging format.

Compostable film is no longer a new product, but it is still making its way into many suppliers' product mix.

Richard Grandke, industry manager, printing and packaging in the dispersions pigments division of BASF, has offered 7 years of his expertise to the company, and has gained his knowledge of inks and polymers throughout his 35 years of experience.

Sun Chemical launches a new customer-focused global website at www.sunchemical.com, that improves functionality and makes it easier for customers to find solutions, including products and services, that meet their needs.

Flexible packaging converter and printer cei (Coating Excellence International) explains to the industry their printing capabilities, offers their company strategy, and explains why their vision means continued success for the company.

OSHA has been very vocal about several projects in 2013: Workplace Violence: OSHA introduced a new program focusing on the prevention of violence in the workplace, urging employers to examine their emergency action plans and plan for contingencies such as violent ex-spouses of employees or ex-employees showing up at the workplace.

Mondi Americas will bring its new retort and hot-fill pouch design and production capabilities online to the North American marketplace in December 2013.

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