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Cyber Graphics Acquires Flex Pre-Press
Cyber Graphics Acquires Flex Pre-Press in Franklin, WI. The partnership will bolster the existing strengths of Flex Pre-Press, expand the market share of Cyber Graphics, and provide greater efficiencies to both organizations. - September 26, 2013 - Cyber Graphics
Vitop Original® Asserts Its Leadership
The favorite tap of wine consumers can now be recognized by a special quality seal. The Vitop Original® is the leading tap used for wine in Bag-in-Box®. The tap’s success is due in part because it is very easy to use – a simple pressure on one or both wings is enough to make... - August 31, 2013 - Smurfit Kappa Bag-in-Box
Plascon Group Achieves BRC Certification for Manufacturing of Flexible Food Packaging
Plascon Group’s flexible packaging manufacturing plant in Traverse City, Michigan recently achieved British Retail Consortium (BRC) Global Food Safety Certification. BRC is a leading global quality and food safety certification program that is recognized by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). Plascon manufactures film, bags and liners for the foodservice, food processing and bulk packaging industries. - August 16, 2013 - Plascon Group
Pak-Sher Introduces the First and Only Truly Sustainable 100% PCR Pop-Up Interfolded Deli/Bakery Sheets
Pak-Sher announced today the launch of Envirosheets™, new bakery/deli interfolded sheet that is produced using 100% PCR (post-consumer recycled plastic), made from recycled milk jugs, meets FDA guidelines for direct food contact, and is manufactured and packaged in the USA. - June 12, 2013 - Pak-Sher
PackagingConnections.com – Knowledge Sharing on "Printing Inks": An Informative Report for All Packaging/Printing Professionals
PackagingConnections.com “providing online packaging services and consultancy worldwide” has now focussed on a different vertical of Packaging. The company has released its first technical report on “Fundamentals of Printing Inks.” The report is a beginner’s guide on... - March 23, 2013 - Packaging Connections
Smurfit Kappa Bag-in-Box Extends Pouch-Up® Range
Smurfit Kappa has announced that it is offering a more extensive range of Pouch-Up® products. - March 14, 2013 - Smurfit Kappa Bag-in-Box
Shelve Your Taxes with the UniKeep Tax Organizer
Colorful Tax Organization Made Easy with Enclosed Storage Set That Fits on Shelf or File Cabinet While Keeping Documents Safe - March 01, 2013 - Univenture, Inc
AI International Creates New Roles to Build Future Business Links
AI International, one of the UK’s leading and largest stockists of quality engineering plastics and industrial laminates, announce the creation of several new departmental roles and recent promotions within their company. AI International’s centres in Newport and Manchester have... - November 30, 2012 - AI International
Specialty Packaging Purchases MARK C Specialties
National supplier of packaging products, equipment, parts and service acquires company to expand product lines, customer base. - November 29, 2012 - Specialty Packaging, LLC
Redwood Plastics Announces Distribution Agreement with Strongwell
Redwood Plastics Corporation announces distribution deal with Strongwell, the world’s largest producer of FRP pultruded products. - November 17, 2012 - Redwood Plastics Corporation
IAPD Announces 2012 Circle of Champions (Education) Award Recipients
The International Association of Plastics Distributors (IAPD) recently announced its winners for the Educational Circle of Champions awards. - November 02, 2012 - Redwood Plastics Corporation
AI International Announces ISO 9001 Certification Renewal
AI International, one of the UK’s leading and largest stockists of quality engineering plastics and industrial laminates. - October 20, 2012 - AI International
Appointment of UMAC Avionics as Authorized Sales Representative in India
Professional Plastics, Inc. (USA) dba Professional Plastics, Pte Ltd. (Singapore) has appointed UMAC Avionics Pvt Ltd (India), as an authorized sales representative for the sole purpose of promoting its' products and services in the country of India. Professional Plastics is a USA-based supplier of... - October 04, 2012 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Professional Plastics Opens New Taiwan Location
Professional Plastics, Inc., a USA-based supplier of industrial plastics shapes has announced the opening of their new Taiwan location. The facility is located in the Hsinchu Area of northern Taiwan, one hour outside of Taipei. The full-service facility will maintain an inventory of... - October 04, 2012 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Plascon Food Solutions Introduces Cook Chill Handle Bags and Cook Chill Bags on a Roll
Plascon Food Solutions announces the introduction of Cook Chill Handle Bags and Cook Chill Bags on a Roll. Both products are additions to the company's line of flexible food packaging products used by the foodservice and food processing industries and are used in the Cook Chill method of food... - August 04, 2012 - Plascon Group
Specialty Packaging Becomes Independent
Expects $16 Million in Revenue During First Year - August 01, 2012 - Specialty Packaging, LLC
Playground Makeover for Texas Schools
Creative Playground Painting gets kids Outside, Active and Excited. - April 27, 2012 - Stencilease.com
Plastics Company Opens Atlanta Area Distribution Center
Professional Plastics, Inc. based in Fullerton, CA has opened their 16th USA distribution hub in Smyrna, Georgia just outside of Atlanta. The new facility will maintain a complete inventory of industrial plastic sheets, rods, tubing and films. - April 25, 2012 - Professional Plastics, Inc.
Acquisition of Baguin by Smurfit Kappa Bag-in-Box
Smurfit Kappa Bag-in-Box is further developing its global presence by acquiring the Argentinian company Baguin, specialising in the Bag-in-Box® solutions covering Latin America. - March 25, 2012 - Smurfit Kappa Bag-in-Box
Plastic Manufacturer Excellent Poly Bags Promotes Its Collection of Tradeshow Products to Businesses
Custom bag producer Excellent Poly Bags is currently spotlighting its collection of products designed specifically for tradeshow use. - March 21, 2012 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
FastTrak FlexiPak Provides Consumer Products in "Green" Pouches in Four Months or Less
EnVision and Coyote Launch Rapid Conversion Capability for Pre-Made Pouches - March 16, 2012 - EnVision Flexible Packaging, Inc.
Major Airlines Adopt Use of Lightweight, High-Tech Containment Bags for Transporting Bodies and Human Remains
BioSeal Systems in San Diego has recently helped secure permission by several major airlines to transport non-embalmed human remains in its patented, lightweight material used in making body bags. Until recently, airline regulations largely required that remains be shipped in heavier, more expensive Ziegler cases. The development affords the death community around the world with a more affordable option. - March 15, 2012 - BioSeal Systems
Poly Bag Packaging Manufacturer Excellent Poly Bags Promotes Poly Drawtape Bags for Hotels and Retailers
Specialist custom bag company Excellent Poly Bags is presenting its line of drawtape poly bags as an ideal solution for trade show, retail, and hotel-based clients’ plastic packaging needs. - February 11, 2012 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
Thought Leaders in Food Specifications Converge on Milwaukee’s Business Community
Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc., owners Helen Austin and Jackie Clark-Muhammad will discuss their successes in forging strategic business relationships with some of the world’s largest food and consumer goods companies. - February 10, 2012 - Solutions Associates Consulting, Inc.
E&T Plastics Debuts at GlobalShop with Expanded Product Line
E&T Plastics, a leading distributor and manufacturer of custom plastic components, will be showcasing two additions to its product line – premium aluminum composite panels and Designboard by Vycom – at GlobalShop in Las Vegas, Nevada, February 29 - March 2. - February 09, 2012 - E&T Plastics
Plastic Resealable Bags Producer Excellent Poly Bags Presents Its Line of Printed Bags to Multi-Industry Manufacturers
Excellent Poly Bags, a plastic packaging producer, is promoting its customizable printed plastic bags to consumer goods manufacturers. - January 25, 2012 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
Warehouse Expansion Means Faster Deliveries for E&T Plastics’ Northern Midwest Customers
Just five years after opening their sales and distribution center in Blaine, Minnesota, E&T Plastics has added 3,600-square-feet of warehousing space to the facility, increasing its overall size by 20 percent. A nationwide supplier of plastic sheet, rod, tube and film, E&T Plastics opened... - December 22, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Plastic Manufacturer Excellent Poly Bags Highlights Recently Revamped Newspaper Plastic Bags Selection
Custom printed poly bags manufacturer Excellent Poly Bags recently revealed a line of newspaper bags intended to cut costs on newspaper advertising while increasing efficiency in delivery method. - December 16, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
Plastic Packaging Company Excellent Poly Bags Reveals Poly Mailers for Durable and Affordable Holiday Shipping
Excellent Poly Bags—a New York plastic manufacturer specializing in polyethylene printed and non-printed bags—is urging companies to get orders for poly mailers in early to beat the holiday rush. - November 27, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
How2Media Announces That The Cary Company Will be Part of Its “World’s Greatest!...” Series
How 2 Media, the producers of the “World’s Greatest!...” television series have recently selected The Cary Company to be featured as part of their nationally broadcast show on the ion network. - November 18, 2011 - The Cary Company
Excellent Poly Bags Showcases Customizable Poly Bag Packaging for Food Manufacturers and Merchants
Excellent Poly Bags is currently promoting its food grade plastic packaging options for merchants and manufacturers, including staple packs for high-speed production and durable storage. - October 28, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
Plastic Adds Magic to Newest Silkscreens by Eugene Brodsky
An exhibition of silkscreen and mixed media paintings by famed New York artist Eugene Brodsky opens on October 27, 2011, at the Sears-Peyton Gallery, 210 Eleventh Avenue, New York, New York. The solo exhibition, which will run through December 10, 2011, features a series of recent work that employs... - October 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Excellent Poly Bags Promotes Sustainability Through the Use of Poly Bag Packaging
By supplying a newly expanded selection of green polyethylene bags and packaging products, Excellent Poly Bags is giving businesses bagging options that are both sustainable and functional. - October 26, 2011 - Excellent Poly Bags Plastic Packaging
E&T Plastics Appoints Pam Aungst as E-Commerce Manager
E&T Plastics (http://www.e-tplastics.com), a nationwide supplier of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film, is pleased to announce the appointment of Pam Aungst to the newly created position of E-Commerce Manager. Aungst is based at the company’s Teterboro, New Jersey location, where she is... - October 25, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Protective Packaging Provides Corrosion Protection for the World’s Largest Radio Telescope (ALMA)
When it comes to protecting and transporting the world's largest telescope, effective protective packaging and corrosion protection is critical. - October 25, 2011 - Protective Packaging Corporation
Plascon Group Named to INC 5000 List of Fastest Growing Private Companies
Plascon Group, a flexible packaging manufacturing company based in Traverse City, MI, has been included in Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest growing private companies. The Inc. 5000 list represents one of the most important sectors of the American economy, independent... - September 13, 2011 - Plascon Group
PCC (Plastics Color Corporation) Acquires Liquid Color Manufacturer
Plastics Color Corporation just announced the acquisition of Polysource LLC, a color and additives manufacturer in Tempe, AZ. - September 09, 2011 - Plastics Color Corporation
Innovative Uses for Vycom's Celtec for Campers, Retail Displays and Games
Vycom's Celtec material is an expanded PVC that has many innovative uses across several industries. Mostly known as highly printable and durable materials for indoor and outdoor applications, new application ideas for Celtec are coming up every day that have numerous benefits. - September 02, 2011 - Vycom Corp
PCC (Plastics Color Corporation) Materials Certified by NSF International
Plastics Color Corporation recently announced the certification of several color concentrates in its polypropylene product line by NSF International. - September 02, 2011 - Plastics Color Corporation
E&T Plastics Donates Acrylic Sheet to the “Reflecting the Stars” Art Installation in New York City
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, donated key acrylic components to the “Reflecting the Stars” art installation in New York City. - August 27, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Arminak & Associates Inc. Announces the Release of the OMD-10
Arminak & Associates has just announced the release of their new OMD-10 model for cosmetic and personal care packaging. This innovative design converts in six easy steps to combine liquid and powder in one bottle. The product guarantees no mess, leaks or residue left behind. Arminak &... - August 25, 2011 - Arminak & Associates
Protective Packaging Announces Corrosion Prevention Services
Protective Packaging has launched corrosion prevention services that are customized to fulfill corrosion prevention requirements in a large scale. Companies are now able to reduce refurbishment costs with protective packaging solutions and corrosion protection services. - August 19, 2011 - Protective Packaging Corporation
Surface Guard® 132 Series & 133 Series Protective Films for Semi-Matte/Textured Metals and Plastics
Surface Guard Inc., a leading manufacturer of protective packaging solutions, introduces the Surface Guard® 132 series and 133 series protective films. These protective film grades are designed to provide temporary protection of a variety of gloss finished surfaces including painted metals and plastics. - August 03, 2011 - Surface Guard Inc.
Rabbit Laser USA Looks to E&T Plastics as a Professional Source for Plastics
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, has entered into a business relationship with Rabbit Laser USA. - August 01, 2011 - E&T Plastics
The Engineer Fight Back
E2M/Polytron, a leader in helping customers engineer and operate with manufacturing excellence, has introduced a method that will get manufacturers to market to customers who may not be up to speed on manufacturing technical ideas and concepts. E2M/Polytron offers manufacturing system integration... - June 30, 2011 - Polytron/E2M
E&T Plastics Celebrates Its 65th Anniversary
E&T Plastics, one of the leading plastics distributors and component manufacturers in the United States, is celebrating its 65th anniversary this year. - June 25, 2011 - E&T Plastics
E&T Plastics Promotes Robert Nachimson to Sales Manager
E&T Plastics, a nationwide supplier of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film, is pleased to announce the promotion of Robert Nachimson to Sales Manager for the company’s Long Island City branch. - June 06, 2011 - E&T Plastics
E&T Plastics Transitions Manufacturing Operations to New Teterboro Facility
E&T Plastics, a nationwide supplier of plastic sheet, rod, tube, and film, is pleased to announce the completion of a year-long transition of manufacturing operations to a new 70,000 square foot facility in Teterboro, NJ. - June 05, 2011 - E&T Plastics
Arminak & Associates Are Now C-TPAT Certified
As a mean to offer even better service to their valued base of customers, Arminak & Associates are proudly announcing their C-TPAT certification. The obtention of this certification will allow Arminak & Associates to reduce loss and damage, costs and frequency of border inspection when shipping goods across the US border. - May 13, 2011 - Arminak & Associates
Arminak & Associates Makes Cosmetic Packaging Go Green
In an effort to support the eco-friendly movement and help our environment, Arminak & Associates is now doing its share by launching its new line of green cosmetic packaging products. Providing packaging to thousands of the leading cosmetic brands in North America, Arminak & Associates is now proudly supplying its clients with 100% green and ecologic pumps, airless bottles, sprayers and more. - April 23, 2011 - Arminak & Associates