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Certifications Upgraded at Web Industries

New and upgraded certifications at contract manufacturer/converter Web Industries include FDA registration for medical devices

Food Safety Expert to Address Conference

The 2012 Global Food Safety Conference will include NSF Intl. expert Robert Prevendar as part of a panel on packaging standards

Deadline for IPDC Entries Is Extended

SPI extends the deadline for entries to the International Plastics Design Competition, which will be held at NPE 2012

Strive Group is Acquired by Menasha Packaging

With common focuses on food, household, and personal care packaging, Menasha Packaging and The Strive Group join forces

Kevin Baudhuin Named President, CEO at Pregis

Pregis Corp., supplier of protective packaging, names a new CEO/president and completes the sale of its Kobusch-Sengewald business

Leadership Position Changes at Gateway Packaging

Gateway Packaging, with solutions including labels, rollstock, pouches, and more, reports leadership changes while maintaining its commitment to growth

The Filmquest Group Offers New High-Barrier Plastic Film

NanoShield high-barrier plastic film is free of solvents and recyclable, extends shelf life, and can replace PVdC-based films in food packaging

ICE EUROPE 2011 Is a Hit with Exhibitors

A new venue and thousands of international visitors satisfied exhibitors at ICE Euope; coating, slitting, materials, and controls were crowd pleasers

Entries Now Open for Plastics Design Competition

SPI is seeking entries, including flexible packaging, for the International Plastics Design Competition; winners will be honored at NPE2012

BOPP from Toray Plastics (America) Offers Matte, High-End Look

Torayfan KMS1 BOPP film with matte finish, a broad heat-seal range, and low COF provides excellent printability and a distinctive look for snack foods

FX ExSpect Plates Are New Offering From PRPflexo

Flat-top-dot plate technology takes a step forward with FX ExSpect plates, said to reduce dot gain and work with different inks and substrates

Trade Show Publication Names ICE USA Finalist for Best of Show

The creativity shown by organizers of ICE USA makes it one of five finalists for the Excellence Award given by a top trade show publication

Malaysia Welcomes M-PLAS and Boasts Positive Results

M-PLAS 2011 celebrates the plastics and rubber industry in Malaysia, where the demand for high-end products in growing

CPP Expo 2012 Brings Big Names to the Machinery Floor

Bobst, Mark Andy, Goss, and Cerutti will help CPP Expo's regional event promote package printing, converting, and finishing in Cleveland next spring

Illig Will Feature Thermoforming Line at NPE 2012

The RDK Series thermoforming machine is said to offer higher production rates, lower energy usage, and improved quality while running a wide variety of materials

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