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Interstate Container at SERFVC 2016: Top Three Things Growers & Packers Should Look for in a Sustainable Box

Interstate Container, creator of Greencoat® wax-free produce boxes, will share insights about sustainable packaging at Booth # 437 / 439 during 2016 SE Regional Fruit & Vegetable Conference (SERFVC) at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center in Georgia from January 7-10. - January 01, 2016 - INDEVCO Group

Interstate Container Exhibits Benefits of Sustainable Produce Boxes at SERFVC 2016

During 2016 SE Regional Fruit & Vegetable Conference (SERFVC), Interstate Container will meet with growers, packers and their customers and suppliers at Booth #437 / 439 at the Savannah International Trade and Convention Center in Savannah, GA on January 7-10, 2016. - December 31, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Redman Partners with CannaMarkUSA™, Makers of the First FDA-Approved Direct-on-Product Edible Warning Label Solution for Cannabis-Infused Ingestible Products

Redman, rapper, DJ, MC, record producer, and actor, also known as Reginald “Reggie” Noble, has chosen CannaMarkUSA™ to partner with who are the makers of CannaMark™, the first ever FDA approved, patent-pending, cost-effective, Direct-On-Product Edible Warning Label Solution... - December 17, 2015 - CannaMarkUSA

Top Gun Advisors Completes 43,313 SF Industrial Lease Renewal in Ashland, MA

Top Gun Advisors, in cooperation with Stephen Woelfel, Jr. of Colliers International in Boston, has successfully completed a 45,313 SF lease renewal located at 150 Homer Avenue Ashland, MA on behalf of their client, Amcor Flexibles. The landlord, Calare Properties was represented by Erin... - December 04, 2015 - Campio

Parcelcube Innovates Inbound Logistics, Reasonably Priced Automated Dimensioning

Parcelcube innovates inbound logistics with reasonably priced automated dimension and weight capture. Automated data capture (dimensioning systems) is essential, especially in 3PL, wholesale, and e-commerce warehousing where you have a constant stream of new products that need to be weighed, measured and registered accurately. Parcelcube is the first reasonably priced solution for this purpose. - December 01, 2015 - Dimwei Group Ltd

CardPak® Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Cleveland-based paperboard packaging pioneer marks 50 years of service to Fortune 500 companies across the globe. - November 27, 2015 - CardPak, Inc.

Students Transform Donated Cardboard from Colt Paper Into 3-D Masterpieces

In an ultimate feat of recycling, local university and college sculpture students recently transformed Colt Paper’s donation of corrugated cardboard into amazing 3-D masterpieces. Instructor and artist Carlo Cesta, an acclaimed Toronto-based sculptor and teacher at the University of Toronto... - November 23, 2015 - Colt Paper

Diamond Packaging Wins Six Awards in 72nd Annual Paperboard Packaging Competition

Awards showcase Diamond’s folding carton decorating capabilities, including printing, foil stamping, and embossing. - November 21, 2015 - Diamond Packaging

Package of the Year Award Winners and Banquet Announced by New Jersey Packaging Executives Club (NJPEC)

The New Jersey Packaging Executives Club (NJPEC) Celebrates the Year’s Most Outstanding Packaging Engineering & Design at 37th Annual Awards Gala - November 04, 2015 - NJPEC

Stratistics MRC Announces Its New Premium Report, "Cosmetic Packaging Global Market Outlook - Trends, Forecast, and Opportunity Assessment (2014-2022)"

According to Stratistics MRC, Compatible packaging, Simplicity, Packaging Size and Labeling & Finishing in Cosmetics Packaging are the major key drivers for growth of Cosmetic Packaging Market. - October 30, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd

Napco & ROTOPAK at Gulfood Manufacturing 2015: Food-Safe Catering & Foodservice Packaging

Napco and sister company, ROTOPAK, will build relationships at Gulfood Manufacturing 2015 by leveraging its customer service-oriented sales team and comprehensive range of catering and foodservice, display, and shipping and transport packaging. - October 25, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Diamond Packaging Wins Three Awards in 29th Annual packagePRINTING Excellence Awards Competition

Competition recognizes the highest level of printing quality and technical achievement across all packaging segments. - October 24, 2015 - Diamond Packaging

The Bridge Group Announces New Services, New Website

The Bridge Group VA is a company dedicated to helping businesses large and small by creating a bridge or connection from Strategy, through Planning and Execution, to results. - October 22, 2015 - The Bridge Group VA

Napco & ROTOPAK at Gulfood Manufacturing 2015: Custom Food & Beverage Packaging That Stands Out

During Gulfood Manufacturing 2015, Napco and sister company ROTOPAK welcome food and beverage manufacturers, as well as foodservice and catering companies to explore a complete range of packaging materials at Booth # Z-A110 from 27 - 29 October 2015 at Dubai World Trade Center, United Arab Emirates. - October 22, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Handle-It is Delighted to be Presented with the Takeaway Expo Innovation Award

Handle-it is delighted to announce that they won the Innovation Award at the Takeaway Expo 2015. The Innovation Award is a celebration of an idea that has truly pushed the boundaries of design and service. The Innovation Award recognises the concept that combines an unprecedented blend of... - October 22, 2015 - Handle-it Packaging Limited

PAC Machinery Hits the Jackpot at PACK EXPO / PHARMA EXPO Las Vegas, 2015

More and better packaging equipment makes a big splash at key international trade show. - October 07, 2015 - PAC Machinery

Interstate Container at PMA Fresh Summit 2015: How to Transition to Wax-Free Produce Boxes

Interstate Container is emphasizing its Hand-in-Hand approach to removing wax boxes from the fresh produce supply chain at Booth #5252 during PMA Fresh Summit Expo at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA on October 23-25. - October 07, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Katy Spring’s Growing Fleet of Spring Manufacturing Equipment

The MPK-20H Looping Machine and the Bennett Maxicoil MC-20 S. - October 06, 2015 - Katy Spring & Mfg, Inc.

In July 2015, Prices for Overseas Traded Hardwood Chip Were 14% Below Their Peak Four Years Ago, According to the Latest FOEX Chip Price Indexes

Prices for hardwood chips traded overseas have been in steady decline since November 2011. On the contrary, the FOEX softwood chip price index has fluctuated more the past two years and has been on an upswing for the past three months. - October 05, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC

Miller Supply Inc. Launches Revamped Website with Ecreativeworks

Packaging solutions provider Miller Supply Inc. has joined forces with website design and marketing firm Ecreativeworks to develop the new and improved millersupplyinc.com. - October 01, 2015 - Ecreativeworks

Brazilian Sawlog Prices Have Declined 40% Since 2011, and in the 2Q/15 Hit Their Lowest Levels in Ten Years

Sawmills in Brazil have become much more competitive in the export market the past few years because of substantially lower sawlog costs. In the 2Q/15, average log prices were down to their lowest levels in ten years, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. This downward trend may rebound later in 2015 as the export market for lumber is likely to improve. - September 26, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC

Diamond Packaging Wins Award for Taylor Swift Carton

Competition recognizes the highest level of print quality, technical difficulty, and overall visual effect. - September 25, 2015 - Diamond Packaging

Stratistics Announces Its New Report "Smart Packaging Global Market Outlook (2015-2022)"

According to Stratistics MRC, the market includes High R&D costs and lack of sustainable E-Packaging products. Advancement in printed technology is the opportunity that reside the market growth. Limited user awareness, High rate and accessibility are the restraint factors for Smart Packaging. - September 23, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd

Interstate Container’s Show-Stopping Merchandising Displays on Exhibit at PACK EXPO 2015

Visitors at PACK EXPO 2015 will find a range of display solutions at Interstate Container’s Booth #S-6456 – from promotional packaging produced on the Highcon Euclid II+ digital cutting and creasing machine to custom corrugated merchandising displays and pre-printed pallet base wrap. The show runs from September 28-30 at Las Vegas Convention Center. - September 20, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Stratistics Announces Its New Report "Metal Packaging Global Market Outlook (2015-2022)"

According to Stratistics MRC, the market increase in demand for Metal packaging appears powerful on the market. The primary restraint for the growth of the market is from the threat of a challenger. - September 16, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd

CertifyMe.net Releases Infographic Featuring Warehouse Forklift Hazards to Promote Safety

CertifyMe.net, a web-based forklift training facility to obtain OSHA forklift certification, released an infographic featuring forklift hazards to promote the safe operation of forklifts in warehouses. With the “Warehouse Forklift Hazards” infographic, CertifyMe.net explains the most... - September 14, 2015 - CertifyMe.net

Stratistics Announces Its New Report "Flexible Packaging Global Market Outlook (2015-2022)"

According to Stratistics MRC, the market estimates the market size in terms of value and volume. Substitutions of Traditional packaging and Retail Chains are the most important drivers for the market growth. - September 14, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd

Interstate Container to Highlight Greencoat® High-Graphic Moisture Resistant Packaging at Pack Expo 2015

Greencoat pre-printed wax-free boxes, a game changer for companies interested in achieving high-quality branding with sustainable water resistance, will be on display at Booth #S-6456 at Pack Expo 2015 from September 28-30 at Las Vegas Convention Center. - September 13, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Lack of Domestic Forest Resources Has Forced the Pulp Industry in India to Increasingly Rely on Hardwood Chips from Overseas for Its Wood Fiber Needs

Growing consumption of pulp and paper in India has increased the demand for wood fiber for the domestic pulp industry in the country, reports the Wood Resource Quarterly. With the lack of domestic pulpwood plantations, pulp manufacturers have for the past few years increasingly been looking overseas to South Africa, Brazil, Australia and Southeast Asia for much needed hardwood chips. - September 11, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC

Interstate Container to Exhibit Custom & Specialty Corrugated Solutions at PACK EXPO 2015

Interstate Container will exhibit custom merchandising displays and high-graphic moisture-resistant packaging at Booth #S-6456 during PACK EXPO 2015. The trade show will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center from September 28-30. - September 11, 2015 - INDEVCO Group

Stratistics Announces Its New Report "Specialty Paper Global Market Outlook (2015-2022)"

According to Stratistics MRC, the Specialty Paper favours the market growth and increases in urban population. Shortage of materials and government rules are the major factors restraining the growth of the market. - September 11, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd

Stratistics Announces Its New Report "Paper and Paperboard Packaging Global Market Outlook (2015-2022)"

According to Stratistics MRC, the Paper and Paperboard Packaging industry plays a major role in the market which include recyclability of Paper and also growing consumer awareness. Replacing Plastic and Market diffusion are the major factors for restraining the growth of the market. - September 11, 2015 - Stratistics Market Research Consulting Pvt Ltd

Cannabis Packaging Such as Tincture Bottles Help Provide Element of Safe Administration of Medical Marijuana Says MMC Depot

The recently passed Texas bill to legalize the limited use of marijuana extracts for severe forms of epilepsy in one of the most conservative states in the US represents a step forward in mainstream acceptance for the cannabis industry, especially were safe administration of medicine in packaging... - August 20, 2015 - MMC Depot

Diamond Packaging Wins Six Awards in 66th Annual Premier Print Awards Competition

Awards showcase its decorative capabilities, including printing, foil stamping, embossing and sustainable technologies. - August 14, 2015 - Diamond Packaging

Packaging Partners Installs a Production Line at Its Arecibo, Puerto Rico Facility

Packaging Partners, a manufacturer and distributor of industrial packaging products based in Lawrence, MA, recently installed a production line at its Arecibo, Puerto Rico facility. The production line expands the capabilities of Packaging Partners’ Caribbean Division to include manufacturing... - August 03, 2015 - Packaging Partners, LLC

Premier Supply Chain Services Provider Launches New Supply Management Recruiting Podcast Series

Source One hosts leading procurement talent management firm MRA Global Sourcing for New Podcast Series: Supply Management Recruiting Insider. - July 24, 2015 - Source One, a Corcentric Company

Growth at Packaging Partners' Protective Packaging Division Fueled by New Equipment and Capabilities

Packaging Partners, a manufacturer and distributor of industrial packaging products based in Lawrence, MA, recently added new equipment to its Protective Packaging Division. This equipment includes a heavy duty die-cutter, a hot melt glue system and equipment to make wood crating... - July 16, 2015 - Packaging Partners, LLC

Dash Announces Alliance with Phoenix Systems

Document Management Software developer Dash announces alliance with Phoenix Systems of Ontairo, Canada. - July 07, 2015 - Dash, Inc

New Haven Moving Equipment Announces Its Upcoming 105th Year Anniversary

New Haven Moving Equipment, the nation’s premier manufacturer and distributor of corrugated, packaging and moving equipment, is excited to announce its 105th year anniversary–a milestone anniversary in the industry. - July 05, 2015 - New Haven Moving Equipment

Demands on Personalized Packaging Will Drive Up the 3D Printed Packaging Market in China

While the cost of 3D printed packaging is high, many consumers of luxury products and high-value gifts are willing to pay the additional costs for personalized packaging designs, which will lead to a significant growth of the 3D printed packaging market in China in the next few years. - July 02, 2015 - Innova Research

Strong Paper is a Strong Partner for E-Commerce

Ceresana analyzed the European market for corrugated board and cartonboard packaging. - July 02, 2015 - Ceresana

The Invisible Chef Launches New Products, Fresh Packaging

The Invisible Chef gourmet baking mix company is set to launch several tasty new products and packaging designs at the Summer Fancy Food Show to be held June 28-30 at the Jacob Javits Center in New York City, Booth 4329, Dallas Gift Mart, Gourmet Floor 180 Booth D34 & McClendon Showroom 1030, June 24-30 and Atlanta Gift Mart at Synergy Sales Bldg 2 Room 837, July 7-14. - June 20, 2015 - The Invisible Chef

Packaging Company MMC Depot Carries Discreet and Professional Medical Marijuana Packaging Products

Denver-based marijuana packaging company MMC Depot offers discrete and professional medical marijuana packaging products for those in the business of processing and packaging medical marijuana. Despite public misconceptions, the average age of a medical marijuana patient is 45 years old. Given this... - June 20, 2015 - MMC Depot

Diamond Packaging Wins Five Awards in 22nd Annual FSEA Gold Leaf Awards Competition

Awards showcase its folding carton decorating capabilities, including foil stamping, embossing, and specialty effects. - June 17, 2015 - Diamond Packaging

Lumber Imports to China Were Close to Record High in April; Russia, Sweden and Finland Increased Shipments the Most

In April, the import volume of softwood lumber by China reached its second highest level on record as reported by the Wood Resource Quarterly. Importation during the first four months this year was 2.1 percent higher than in the same period last year, with Russian sawmills increasing their shipments by over 13 percent. Import prices in April were at their lowest level since 2012. - June 13, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC

Wood Pellet Exports from the US Increased for the 12th Consecutive Quarter in the 4Q/14

North American pellet exports were 22 percent higher in 2014 than in the previous year, according to the North American Wood Fiber Review. While US shipments have been on a steady rise for three years, Canadian export volumes trended downward during 2014. - June 13, 2015 - Wood Resources International LLC

Workgroups DaVinci 2015 for Packaging to be Unveiled at EskoWorld

The new Workgroups DaVinci release helps package design teams bring innovative concepts to life through improved collaboration, automated workflow and transparency throughout the entire prepress and pre-production process. - June 13, 2015 - MetaCommunications