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February 6, 2017

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Mintel Looks At Packaging Trends by Greg Kishbaugh M intel has released its 2017 Packaging Trends Report, fo- cusing on five emerging trends that the research group feels will greatly impact brands, consumers, retailers and con- verters this year. “Consumers often and easily get caught up in the unending ebb and rapid flow of commercial fads, social issues and brand- ed messages,” said the report.“With so much clatter and chatter

Industrial Labels To Reach $55B

For exclusive content and breaking news please visit www.flexomarketnews.com The market is expected to have higher growth rate as compared to the previous years.Asia-Pacific is the largest growing region for the indus- trial labels market. The report says the main reasons for the growth in the region include an increase in on- line shopping, and rising consumer durable goods, among others. The global market for industrial la- bels is expected to grow at a Com- pound Annual Growth Rate of around 5.5 percent during the peri- od 2016 to 2022, according to a new report from Market Research Future. Asian countries, especially India and China, account for the largest market share in the overall industri- al labels market due to rising aware- ness and the huge consumer base of those regions. A major factor attributed to the growth of the industrial labels mar- ket, according to the report, is that these products can easily be cus- tomized in terms of size and shape for a range of end-use applications across industries.

constantly vying for their attention, packaging becomes white noise — an often silent, but steady force in con- sumers’ daily lives. However, the im- pact of the combi- nation of superior structures and suc-

cinct branding, the way packaging and our mobile devices are becoming inextricably intertwined, and the way brands are using packaging to reach out to consumers beyond their tradi- tional categories — to include the influence of online shop- ping — is having more of an impact than consumer s realized…at least for now.” The (Re) Union of Packaging Structure and Branding Mintel’s Global Packaging Team believes brands should demon- strate a continued emphasis on package functionality and on structures that attract consumers and build equity for brands. One-third of U.S. adults report that high-quality food packaging is an indicator that the product is of a similarly high quality. (Cont’d on Page 4)

Nilpeter Hits Milestone With 100th FP-4 Flatbed Unit Nilpeter hit a milestone with the production of the 100th FP-4 flatbed unit for hot foil and embossing. The first FP-4 was installed in January 2012, and is said to create freedom of design with the possibility of separating embossing and foiling, using two units or more.Additionally, it is said to reduce tooling costs

and provide a more sustainable and economic use of foil. The 100th FP-4 unit will be in- stalled with a PANORAMA digital press line. Customer s can test the FP-4 unit at the Nilpeter Tech- nology Centers at Nilpeter Headquar- ter s in Slagelse, Denmark, and Nilpeter USA in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Nilpeter Technicians Ivan Klausen and Jens Villumsen have finished work on the 100th FP-4 unit, now ready to be installed with a PANORAMA digital press line.

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CPGs to protect consumers but also to engage, enter- tain and educate shoppers, as well. Currently, 50 per- cent of U.S. consumers report being interested in scanning food packaging to learn more about the provenance of fresh produce. Extend My Brand Brand trust plays a key role in the purchasing deci- sions of consumers. Brand trust has been reported as high as 94 percent for U.S. consumers in regards to reacting to new product launches, according to Mintel Purchase Intelligence. Brands can capitalize on brand loyalty to extend their product portfolio be- yond traditional categories, said Mintel. This year, Mintel’s Global Packaging Team feels packaging will perform an increasing role in helping brands gain entry into new categories. The Experience of Packaging Just more than half of U.S. shoppers report being drawn to packaging with unusual or eye-catching de- signs. But, according to Mintel,“a monotonous retail ex- perience driven by globalization and the need for speed and efficiency, has led to a sea of packaging that all looks the same and suffers from information

“The majority of consumers are paying attention to package format and design, and purchase drivers are either being directly related to or being communicat- ed through packaging,” said Beth Bloom, Mintel Se- nior Food & Drink Analyst. The Face and Role of Packaging Online In the coming year, Mintel expects the online expe- rience for consumers to play an increasing role in brand awareness. As shoppers shift from in-store to in-home purchasing, packaging design needs to ad- dress this new dynamic. Three quarters of UK consumers say that in 10 years’ time, they expect to do most of their shopping online.This is a seismic shift in shopping behavior.At this time, according to Mintel researchers, the majori- ty of brands have yet to capitalize on the changing role of packaging in the e-commerce arena. Packaging Gets Smart, Active and Intelligent Smart, active and intelligent technologies for pack- aging are sure to expand in the coming year. Increas- ing demands for food safety, waste reduction, and reducing the threat of consumers purchasing and using counterfeit products are all drivers toward this trend. These technologies are yet another way for

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PIA Opens Submissions For 2017 InterTech Awards Printing Industries of America is now seeking sub- missions to its 2017 InterTechTechnology Awards. For the past 39 years, these awards have honored the de- velopment of technologies predicted to have a major impact on the graphic communications industry. The InterTech™ competition is open to manufac- turers and suppliers of equipment and software in- volved in any aspect of graphic communications operations.To be honored with an InterTech Award, a technology must be recognized by the judging panel to meet the following criteria: • Be truly innovative, not just an evolutionary im- provement to an existing product • Enable printers to operate more efficiently or offer new products or services • Be commercially available, yet not in widespread use Awarded technologies will be presented with the InterTech Star at the Premier Print Awards Gala on Sunday, September 10, in Chicago, Illinois. Judges Announced For 29th DuPont Innovations Awards DuPont Packaging has announced the judges for its upcoming DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation, now in its 29th year. The 2017 judging panel includes: • Oktay Aral, Global Flexible Packaging R&D Lead, pladis,Turkey • Jason Barber, Principal R&D Engineer, PepsiCo., USA • David Luttenberger, Global Packaging Director, Mintel Group Ltd., USA, (Lead Judge) • Tom Manske, Director, Global Snacks R&D – Pack- aging Research, Quality, Nutrition and Technology, The Kellogg Company, USA • Anirban Mukherjee, Director Global Packaging – Asia Pacific, Johnson & Johnson, Singapore • Eric Pavone, Business Development Director - Web-fed, BOBST, Switzerland • Hari Reddy, Vice President R&D, Bemis North America, Bemis Company Inc., USA • Claire Sarantopoulos, Senior Scientist, Center of Packaging Technology of the Food Technology Insti- tute, Brazil • Richard Smith, Manufacturing Systems Manager, Amcor Flexibles Asia Pacific,Australia Entry is free and nominations will be accepted through Feb. 10, 2017. Forms are available at pack- agingawards.dupont.com .

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overload.The next generation of branded products, par- ticularly those aimed at difficult-to-engage younger con- sumers, or the more cynical, such as the aging hipsters of Gen X, are looking at design as a bigger part of the brand, not just to create connections, but to drive expe- riences. All along the way, consumers are increasingly looking for brands to engage and entertain them.” Packaging is a key component to the creation of a memorable shopping experience, which CPGs and converters can use to build brand awareness. APR To Host ‘March Madness’ Open House All Printing Resources will host a March Madness Open House, March 16 at the company’s headquar- ters in Glendale Heights, Illinois. The event will kick off at 8:30 am and the morning will feature technical presentations addressing converters’ most pertinent day-to-day issues including downtime reduction, QC, process control and best production practices. All converting companies can attend at no cost, however advanced registration is required. Attendees are wel- come to come for the entire day, or any specific por- tion of the event that fits into their schedule. The event concludes at 6:00 pm. The Open House will take attendees on a journey from ‘Prepress to Press’, presenting a range of pro- duction solutions that offer increased efficiencies, high precision job-to-job repeatability and state-of- the-art digital/flexo hybrid printing, featuring Color- dyne Technologies’ 3600 Series Digital Retrofit System. Following a catered lunch, the afternoon will feature equipment demonstrations that include the newly installed Bobst M5 High Definition Digital Flexo Press, MacDermid Graphic Solutions’ newest LAVA Thermal Plate Processing System, and Esko’s new digital flexo imaging system. The global green packaging market generated rev- enue of $132 billion in 2015 and is expected to reach $207 billion by 2022, according to a new report from Allied Market Research. The sector grew at a Com- pound Annual Growth Rate of 5.41 percent from 2016 to 2022.The food & beverage segment account- ed for more than three-fifths of overall share in the ap- plications segment. Rise in hygiene & health concerns among consumers boosts the demand for green pack- aging with applications in sustainable packaging. Global Green Packaging Market To Reach $207B

EXECUTIVE OUTLOOK, written by a high-ranking member of your company’s management team — Owner, CEO, President — allows you to advise your customers about the com- ing changes in the flexo printing industry and the ways in which your company will help them meet each new challenge.

Take this opportunity to tell readers about THE FUTURE OF FLEXO . What recent developments should your customers be attuned to? What flexo technologies will change the game in coming years? How will the retail market change? What demands will CPGs make upon flexo printers?

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This stand-alone issue, with bonus distribution at the FTA’s annual forum in Phoenix, Arizona, allows your marketing message to be delivered all year long! IN ADDITION ... your EXECUTIVE OUTLOOK article will be featured one month on the Flexo Market News website, alongside a sponsor ad linked to your company’s site. Also, a web blast will be sent to alert our readers to the article. An online version of the Special Report will also be made available so that any converting company, anywhere in the world, can access the report and view your company’s message: all year round . Your company will also receive an additional 100 copies of the special report to use in your own marketing efforts or to share with employees.

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PIA Forms ‘Print Drives America Foundation’

Printing Industries Alliance has announced the for- mation of the Print Drives America Foundation. Marty Maloney, the Executive Vice President of the Printing Industries Alliance, will take on the addi- tional role of Executive Director of the Print Drives America Foundation. “Our members and all printers as well as the in- dustry–at-large has been looking to give print a stronger voice in how it stacks up against other communication mediums,” said Tim Freeman, Presi- dent of the Printing Industries Alliance. “The Print Drives America Foundation will set the record straight and lift the misinformation mist that has ob- scured the facts about print and will restore print’s leadership position.” Inland Named 2016 ‘Best Workplace In The Americas’ Inland has been recognized as a Best Workplace in the Americas by the Printing Industries of America for a third straight year. The annual Best Workplace in the Americas awards are designed to recognize graphic arts companies for outstanding human relations efforts, which con- tribute to a successful workplace. A panel of Human Resource print industry professionals judged the ap- plicants on eight criteria: Management practices; work environment; training and development oppor- tunities; financial security; workplace health and safe- ty; work-life balance; recognition and rewards; and health and wellness programs. In specific, Inland was praised by judges on its employee survey, leadership training and work-life balance. Sun Chemical Partners With Document Security Systems Sun Chemical has entered into a partnership with Document Security Systems, Inc. (DSS) to cross market and sell one another’s anti-counterfeiting products. The strategic partnership allows Sun Chemical to market and sell DSS’ suite of anti-counterfeiting tech- nologies that include smartphone authentication, hid- den images and copy protection. DSS will also market and sell Sun Chemical’s range of anti-counterfeiting solutions, including multiple covert taggant-reader systems, special effect inks and smart sensor technology.

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WS Packaging Group Launches In-House UL Lab WS Packaging Group has reportedly opened the only U.S. converter-based UL-approved testing facility at its plant in Knoxville, Tennessee. Developed in close relationship with the Label and Packaging Ma- terials business unit of Avery Dennison Corporation, the new lab will reportedly simplify UL and cUL recognition for durable goods labeling. The new lab features materials and tools needed to conduct testing, equivalent to what is performed in UL’s own laboratories. Once testing is completed, WS Packaging will pro- vide UL with the >Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16

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