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The Canadian Printable Electronics Industry Association (CPEIA) and the Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association (AIPIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore how printable and organic electronics can drive the development of new technologies that will reduce waste and supply chain costs for the global packaging industry.

Davis-Standard has announced the acquisition of the Massachusetts-based blown film company Gloucester Engineering - a purchase designed to strengthen Davis-Standard’s blown film offerings by adding experienced design and process engineering capabilities, a large installed base and greater aftermarket capabilities. 

X-Rite Incorporated, a global leader in color science and technology, and its subsidiary Pantone LLC, will showcase their best-of-breed color management solutions at Graph Expo 2015, September 13-16 at McCormick Place in Chicago. 

SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association will hold a press conference on the Monday of PACK EXPO, September 28, at 1 p.m. to release a preview of its exclusive report, “Plastics Market Watch: Plastics in Packaging.” 

Toray Plastics (America), Inc., has been named Providence Business News' (PBN) "Healthiest Employer 2015" in the category of companies with 1,500 to 4,999 employees. 

Transcontinental Inc. has announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ultra Flex Packaging Corp., a supplier of flexible packaging located in Brooklyn, NY. 

Pearl Technologies Inc., a leading manufacturer of parts for converting and extrusion capital equipment, recently partnered with the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) by presenting at a program called Summer Math Applications in Science with Hands-on Experience for Girls, (‘SMASH’), to encourage young women to pursue science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) career opportunities.

Sixto Packaging has been recognized as one of the 2015 INC 5,000 Fastest Growing Companies in America. 

DG press continues its “Flexo or Web Offset” campaign with the release of its third and final video. 

Coveris, a global leader in packaging and coatings solutions, has announced that Craig Reese will be joining the organization as president of Americas Food & Consumer Products effective September 14.