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Flexo Printing Machine Market Keeps Steady Pace
The global flexographic printing machine market was valued at $870 million in 2022 and is projected to reach $1,268.83 million by 2028, growing at a CAGR of 6.42 percent during 2023-2028, according to Stratview Research. The most significant growth driver is the...
Valco Melton To Be Acquired By Graco Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio based Valco Melton has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by Graco Inc., a global leader in fluid and powder handling technologies. Valco Melton will become part of Graco’s Industrial division upon closing, with timing expected sometime in...
IST America Launches LEDcure NX
IST America (ISTA), the North American division of global UV and LED light-curing company IST Metz, has announced the U.S. launch of LEDcure NX, a new water-cooled LED UV curing system that expands IST’s offering for the narrow web label and packaging market while...
Bay Cities Educates Customers On Implications Of EPR
Bay Cities is working to help customers navigate the growing wave of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation as more states move toward implementation and compliance deadlines begin taking shape. With EPR laws now passed in seven states - including...
PCA To Continue Focus On Virgin Fiber Following Greif Acquisition
According to a recent earnings call, Packaging Corporation of America (PCA) said it will continue emphasizing the strength and flexibility of its virgin kraft offerings while optimizing opportunities across both virgin and recycled grades. CEO Mark Kowlzan said PCA is...
Ravenwood World Conference Highlights Global Growth
The Ravenwood Packaging World Conference 2026 brought together distributors, partners and industry experts from around the globe for a full day of insight, innovation and collaboration in Bury St Edmunds, UK. Held at the Athenaeum and Ravenwood headquarters, the event...
International PaperBox Appoints Caro New GM
Salt Lake City, Utah based International PaperBox has appointed Jim Caro as General Manager. In this role, Caro will oversee daily operations and guide the company’s long-term strategic direction as it continues to expand its manufacturing capabilities and market...
Atlantic Canada Names Atlantic Packaging Business Of The Year
Toronto, Ontario based Atlantic Packaging Products has been recognized as Atlantic Canada’s Business of the Year by the Saint John Region Chamber of Commerce and the City of Saint John through the Community Impact Awards program. The award recognizes Atlantic...
Shree Plast Installs Optima Flexo Press
Czech flexographic press manufacturer Soma has completed the installation of an Optima flexo press at Shree Plast Industries, a packaging converter based in Satara, Maharashtra, India. Shree Plast specializes in laminated flexible packaging and printed poly films,...











