FMN | November 13th, 2017

FMN | November 13th, 2017

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November 13, 2017

Vol. 19 No. 23

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Flexo Wash Celebrates 15th Anniversary by Greg Kishbaugh M ilestones are important.They are a means to reflect upon what’s come before, a time to measure one’s success and to reevaluate goals. This year, Flexo Wash LLC, Louisville, Ken- tucky, reaches an important milestone, celebrating fifteen years serving the flexo industry.

Tactile Printing To Reach $1.9B

For exclusive content and breaking news please visit www.flexomarketnews.com The flexographic printing inks market is poised to grow at 4.71 percent Com- pound Annual Growth Rates during pe- riod 2017-2021, according to a new report from Market ReportsWorld. Advancing from growth in the print- ing industry’s key applications, pack- aging printing, label making, and security and secure documentation, the market for tactile and dimensional printing is expected to see robust growth; in select subsegments and re- gions, the technology is even reaching double-digit growth. While global print equipment mar- kets generally are expanding at 2-4 percent annually, the market for glob- al packaging is growing more quickly, especially as markets seek to diversity their product lines and use unconven- tional, unique and out-of-the-ordinary packaging to grab a consumer’s atten- tion, according to an industry report by BCC Research. Flexo Ink Market Poised To Expand (Cont’d on Page 4)

Flexo Wash, led by ( from left ) Mike Potter, Patrick Potter, and Ryan Potter, is celebrating its 15th year in business.

Every company wants to connect with customers on a deep, personal level, but for Mike Potter, CEO of FlexoWash, that com- mitment was built into the company’s DNA. “We offered a full, money-back guarantee right out of the gate,” he said. “I wanted every single customer to know I was a man of my word.” Potter’s son Patrick, who is now the company’s President, sum- marized it as such,“My father set out, quite simply, to be someone who followed through, to be someone who did what he said.” In August, 2002, Potter purchased the exclusive North American

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TAPPI Launches New Women In Industry Division TAPPI has launched a newWomen in Industry Divi- sion to inspire and support the development of women in the pulp, paper, packaging, tissue, convert- ing and associated forest products industries. Repre- senting approximately 15 percent of TAPPI’s membership, the new division includes more than 175 professionals who have driven its growth. “Having operated as a committee under the PIMA banner since 2015, we are thrilled to increase our TAPPI footprint to the division level where we will continue to expand awareness about issues particu- lar to women,” said Division Chair Pam Cowan. “It is our express goal to work toward strengthening our industry through encouraging the participation of women at all levels with the active involvement of both women and men in that dialog.” Major goals for the Women in Industry Division in- clude: developing strategies, tools and resources to help women advance in their careers; creating net- working and educational opportunities across all di- visions and groups; and identifying and celebrating successful women leaders in the community.

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The global tactile printing market is forecast to reach $1.9 billion by 2022 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3 percent. While growth will be led by the packaging and labels sector, with a CAGR of 10.8 percent through 2022, the security and accessibility sector will also see robust increases, with a 7.8 percent CAGR through the end year. North America leads the global market for flexo- graphic tactile printing, with the regional market esti- mated to be worth $231.9 million by 2022 and projected to see average annual growth of 9.1 per- cent. Emerging technologies include touchable ink and 3D printing. Grafica Villalba Earns FlexoExpert Certification Grafica Villalba, a prepress provider and a distribu- tor of nyloflex and nyloprint printing plates and

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Flexo Wash Celebrates ( Cont’d from Page 1)

distribution rights from Flexo Wash in Denmark, which just last year celebrated its 25th year in busi- ness.The Flexo Wash portfolio includes anilox clean- ing, plate and plate sleeve washing, rotary screen cleaning technology, as well as the original parts washing machines. It has more than 4,000 machines in everyday commercial use worldwide. Prior to funding Flexo Wash LLC, Potter had a back- ground in cleaning, albeit in a different industry. But he clearly saw the need for the technology in the printing industry.“If the anilox roll is the heart of the flexo printing process and critical to maintaining a well-run operation, proper cleaning, care, and mainte- nance of anilox inventory is essential to your sur- vival,” Potter said. “The absence of good cleaning practices will lead to increased downtime and incon- sistent print results.” Potter was first attracted to the business when he realized Flexo Wash could fill a niche that others at the time were not addressing.“Line screens were get- ting smaller and smaller,” he said. “And I knew the Flexo Wash systems could work well no matter how small the line screens became.” Fixing Customer Problems From the beginning Potter fought hard for his cus- tomers, committing himself and his company to fix- ing whatever problems a customer might face. It may sound cliché for a company to espouse a philosophy that the customer is always right, but it’s a belief sys- tem that has helped propel Potter and Flexo Wash forward from day one.“If a customer has a problem, I want to fix it,” said Potter.“Simple as that. I want cus- tomers to say they get a better response from Flexo Wash than any other vendor.” From humble beginnings (Potter had a machine in a trailer he would drive from various printers to do demos), the company has experienced growth every year of its existence, 15 straight years. As such the success has necessitated a move to newer, expanded headquarters, which will add 12,000 square feet to the company’s space, including a new demo center. The company also has its products in demo centers in schools such as Fox Valley Technical College and California State University Fullerton, as well as a num- ber of OEM facilities including Mark Andy, Nilpeter, Uteco, Siegwerk, Omet, and MPS. While Potter never planned for Flexo Wash to be- come a family business, he said nothing makes him prouder than the fact that his two sons have joined the company to help lead it into the future. Patrick,

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Global Printing Inks Market To Reach $25.83 Billion The global printing inks market is expected to reach USD 25.83 billion by 2025, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. End-Use Applications Growing demand from end-use applications includ- ing f lexible packaging & labels, corrugated card- boards, commercial letterpress, and folding cartons are the main factors expected to drive the market over the forecast period. Rise in consumer spending in Asia Pacific and North American regions, increasing demand for supe- rior quality flexible packaging are some of the main parameters influencing the overall demand for print- ing inks globally. Moving Forward Product innovations, technological progressions, new raw material sourcing models and expansion strategies are some of the major drifts the companies are focusing on to cater to the specific consumer re- quirements. The recent trends witnessed by this in- dustry include rising significance of flexographic and digital toners, food-safe printing inks and a shift in consumer preference towards environment-friendly products. Key Findings Further key findings from the report suggest: • The global printing inks market generated rev- enues worth $16.46 billion in 2016 and is expected to grow at an estimated CAGR of 5.2 percent over the prediction period. • The packaging & labels segment was the largest application segment in 2016. Changing lifestyle of consumers, rising awareness for bio-degradable prod- ucts within the middle-class population in emerging countries. • Polyurethane was the fastest growing polymer for 2016 and is expected to follow the same trend dur- ing the forecast period. • Asia Pacific accounted for more than 30 percent of the overall revenue in 2016 owing to strong pres- ence of numerous big companies in the regions and growing demand from emerging countries. • Governmental regulatory agencies play a crucial part in the manufacturing process of the products with norms such as EPA Clean Air Act regarding VOC emissions in environment and REACH regulations for safer food packaging materials dominate the global industry.

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Green Packaging Market To Grow To $242.50 Billion Global green packaging market share was valued at $161.50 billion in 2015 and is expected to reach $242.50 billion in 2021, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate of 7 percent between 2016 and 2021, according to a new report from Zion Market Research. The global green packaging market is primarily dri- ven by a paradigm shift for products related to green packaging due to rising health awareness among con- sumers coupled with rising disposable incomes. Sec- ondly, increasing environmental concerns and stringent rules and regulation is projected to bolster the demand for green packaging within the forecast period. However, lack of information about green packaging and its benefits is a major restraint that is likely to hinder the demand of the market. Nonethe- less, environmental issues are expected to offer new avenues to the major manufacturers of global green packaging market over the coming years. Reusable packaging, recycled content packaging, and degradable packaging are the major types of global green packaging market.Among all these, recy- cled content packaging dominated the global green packaging market in 2015.

People & Places

Anderson & Vreeland Gareth Burns has joined Ander- son & Vreeland, Bryan, Ohio, as a Technologies Specialist.

In his new position, Burns will provide technical support for An- derson & Vreeland customers throughout the United States, with a primary focus on photopolymer and the Flint Group nyloflex Xpress thermal platemaking system in the East region. EFIA Neil Jones, Managing Director of Bobst UK, has been appointed Chairman of the European Flexo- graph i c Indus t r y Association Gareth Burns

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KBA Receives NPES 2017 Gegenheimer Award KBA North America received the 2017 Harold W. Gegenheimer Corporate Award for Industry Service from NPES - The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies. The award, named for the former NPES President and Baldwin Technology Company chairman emeritus, recognizes leadership and participation in NPES and industry ac- tivities, civic leadership, and technical innovation. Mark Hischar, President and CEO of KBA North America, accepted the award at the NPES 2017 Annu- al Conference and Brand Inspiration Forum that was produced in partnership with the CMO Council and held October 16–18 in Scottsdale,Arizona. Driving Industry Forward In bestowing the award to KBA as its Corporate Award recipient, NPES noted that KBA has been an industry leader providing technological innovations that have served to drive the industry forward. The organization was particularly recognized for the past support and many contributions its leaders have made to NPES and to the industry.Among the variety of its involvement with NPES and the Association’s research arm, PRIMIR, KBA has been active in the

work of developing industry standards with its em- ployees as well as having also participated by chair- ing PRIMIR, and serving on a variety of study task forces to guide updates and the development of new PRIMIR research. PMMI Addresses Top Five Pharmaceutical Trends Increased government regulations, rising consumer demand and personalized care are among the top five reasons for growth in the pharmaceutical and medical device industry as highlighted in the latest infographic from PMMI, The Association for Packag- ing and Processing Technologies. In anticipation of the third installment of PACK EXPO East,April 16–18, 2018, Pennsylvania Conven- tion Center, Philadelphia, show organizer, PMMI re- leased the 2017 Pharmaceutical and Medical Device White Paper and accompanying infographic exploring the top five forces shaping this impor- tant market. The top five trends are rounded out by increased use of outside contracting services, and collabora- tion between medical device and pharmaceutical manufacturers.

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Flexo Wash Celebrates ( Cont’d from Page 6)

I NTERNET D IRECTORY

with a background in the financial industry, joined the company as President. Ryan, originally on the ser- vice side of the business, moved into his current role as Vice President, Sales. The Potters know that with continued success and growth, there comes greater responsibility to the in- creased number of customers dependent on the company.“The more you sell,” said Patrick,“The high- er level of service you need to maintain.” With that in mind, the company has aggressively ex- panded its sales and service team across the United States and with agents in Canada and Mexico. It also continues to introduce new technology be- cause every new advance in the converting industry solves one problem while sometimes simultaneously introducing new challenges.“The increased speed of today’s presses can be an amazing asset and allow greater productivity, but the presses are now so fast that a lot of printers cannot keep up with cleaning the anilox rolls,” said Potter. “This is something we continue to address, most recently with the new Flexo Wash FW 992XL Anilox Sleeve Cleaner, which will clean two wide web anilox sleeves at the same time in about 15 minutes.” Going forward, Flexo Wash plans to adhere closely to its original mission statement of addressing the needs of its customers and meeting them in as effi- cient a manner as possible. “[My father] knew that if you combined great ser- vice with the Flexo Wash technology we could help improve printing processes for the label and package printing industry in North America,” explained Patrick.“He was right.” Multi-Color Completes Constantia Labels Acquisition Multi-Color Corporation has completed its acquisi- tion of the Labels Division of Constantia Flexibles from Constantia Flexibles GmbH in a cash and equity transaction valued at approximately $1.3 billion. The combined annual revenues of the two busi- nesses will be approximately $1.7 billion.The combi- nation brings together Constantia Labels’ food and beverage business with Multi-Color’s home and per- sonal care and wine and spirits platforms, as well as its emerging global position in healthcare. Constantia’s 2,800 associates have joined the Multi- Color team, as well as Mike Henry, current Executive Vice president and head of Constantia Labels, who has become CEO-elect of Multi-Color and will be ap- pointed Chief Executive Officer in January 2018.

Adheso-Graphics, Inc. www.adheso-graphics.com

AGI manufactures, distributes and converts current tech- nology flexo mounting tapes and backing systems for cor- rugated plate mounting. Flexstik hard vinyl, FlexSoft, bi.esse brand, Gold Series Thin tapes for sleeve and Narrow web plate mounting. Specialty tapes that cover the vast thickness range re- quirements and specific adhesion systems for all flexo mounting requirements. We provide technical service and problem solving services for unique customers & applications.

Advanced Prepress Graphics, Inc. www.flexoprepress.com

Flexo Plate making at it’s finest. All format’s available up to 42” x 80”. Flexo artwork, Flexo films, and Flexo Plates.

Anderson & Vreeland, Inc. www.andersonvreeland.com

A&V manufactures a complete line of photopolymer plate processing systems and is a leading distributor of flexo- graphic platemaking materials. A&V also sells digital imag- ing systems and software specifically designed for flexography.

ARC International www.ARCInternational.com

ARC International is a world leader in the manufacturing of roller products for flexography. The latest nanotechnolo- gy laser engraving in our Charlotte and Las Vegas manu- facturing facilities ensures superior quality and consistency in anilox rollers.

Comexi Group Industries S.A.U. www.comexigroup.com

The Comexi Group is a leading supplier of quality flexographic C.I. presses for the flexible packaging indus- try worldwide. We also provide solventless laminators, slitter/rewinders and related peripheral equipment such as automatic wash-up systems, solvent recovery sys- tems, automatic roll unloaders, and plate cylinder/sleeve storage systems. DuPont Packaging Graphics is the world’s leading suppli- er of flexographic printing systems in digital and conven- tional formats; including Cyrel® brand photopolymer plates, Cyrel® FAST processing equipment, Cyrel® round sleeves, mounting and finishing products. For more than 35 years, beginning with Cyrel®, the first photopolymer printing plate, through to today’s digital workflow revolution, DuPont has been driving innovation in the Flexo and package printing industries. The Digital Cyrel® FAST imaging system has been broadly recognized for its efficiency, productivity, print perfor- mance, and environmental benefits. DuPont Packaging Graphics www.cyrel.com/na

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Anderson & Vreeland’s Technologies Team: Our dedicated team of technical professionals help integrate the latest technologies in your workflow, train, and assist with troubleshooting issues in prepress, plate-making and print. Go to andersonvreeland.com /techteam for the latest technical tips.

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Phipps Label Co. Invests In Nilpeter FA

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Phipps Label Co., Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania, has purchased the new FA press from Nilpeter. The com- pany was founded by Greg Phipps, Owner and Presi- dent, in the spring of 1990, a long-time veteran of the label printing industry. The company currently operated from 35,000- square-foot facility that houses six high-performance

Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com

Eaglewood Technologies is the Anilox Roll Cleaning Ex- pert! We are the creators of Laserlox™ Systems, Sanilox™ Systems and Sani-Blast™ Mobile Service. Laserlox™ and Laserlox™ Flexi are the latest technology in anilox roll cleaning. Sanilox™ Systems are the global standard of reli- able, environmentally safe anilox roll cleaning. Sani-Blast™ cleaning service has been cleaning rolls for over 20 years and offers several cleaning options to minimize downtime. Flint Group Flexographic Products develops, manufactur- ers and markets an extensive portfolio of printing consum- ables, including: nyloflex® photopolymer printing plates and processing equipment, and dayCorr® die-cutting blankets and anvil covers. With a strong customer focus, unmatched service and support, and superior products, Flint Group strives to provide exceptional value, consistent quality and continuous innovation to customers around the world. Flint Group www.flintgrp.com

Harper Corporation of America www.harperimage.com

We’ve made ceramic anilox rolls longer than anyone in the world and pride ourselves on being the best in the world. Whether wide web, narrow web, newspaper, or cor- rugated markets, Harper continuously strives to bring new flexographic products and services to the printing industry that will improve the quality of your graphics.

presses, as well as finishing equipment and digital printing technology. “Right from the start of the Nilpeter factory tour, we could see how this press was different,” said Phipps. “With the automated machining centers pro- ducing one-piece steel modules all at once, this press is just built different, and it shows. The level of per- formance and efficiency is exactly what we were looking for.The FA’s make-ready times are reduced so much through the job save and recall functions and the one piece inking system provides the absolute fastest setup times.” The All New FA is Nilpeter’s latest offering from the FA-Line, providing clean-hand operations through wireless controls and Industry 4.0 automated setup. Maxcess Acquires Menges Roller Company Maxcess International has acquired Menges Roller Company, Wauconda, Illinois. Menges Roller Compa- ny will join Valley Roller, Webex, Fife, Tidland and MAGPOWR under Maxcess International. Menges is a three-generation, family-owned company with more than 50 years’ experience in the roller business. Greg Phipps of Phipps Label Co, and Bob Loescher of Nilpeter, standing by the all new FA on the assem- bly line at Nilpeter USA in Cincinnati, Ohio.

J I MacWilliam Co., Inc. www.jimacwilliam.com

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Flexotecnica’s patented Safe Sleeve Change® system and Speedy Clean® auto washup system are designed to give converters a competitive edge through Flexotecnica’s commitment to research and development. Sales, service and support for Flexotecnica presses is provided by KBA North America, Inc. in Dallas, Texas with U.S. resident technicians, an extensive spare parts inventory and an ex- perienced, dedicated service staff. Mark Andy, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of nar- row and mid-web printing and converting equipment. The company has a rich history of delivering solutions to in- crease productivity and profitability for the label and pack- aging markets. The company supplies leading global brands including Comco printing/converting machinery, Mark Andy printing/converting machinery and UVTechnolo- gy curing systems and replacement parts. Mark Andy, Inc. is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, with sales and dis- tribution offices in France, Switzerland, and the UK. Mark Andy, Inc. www.markandy.com

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Newly Merged Converters Unveil Name Change Following the recent merger between UK flexible packaging manufacturers Mercury Packaging and CPS Flexibles, the companies have announced a name change to Fusion Flexibles Limited with imme- diate effect. The merged company, which continues to operate from two manufacturing facilities, allegedly records an annual turnover of £16million and a forecasted growth of 25 percent over three years. Fusion Flexibles offers a range of production equip- ment, including an eight-color Uteco Onyx flexo- graphic gearless printing press and an Uteco Eclipse solventless digital laminator. It also has a variety of converting, slitting and rewinding equipment. FTA Announces Forum 2018 Theme, Sessions Flexographic Technical Association (FTA) announced Bringing It All Together: Synchronizing Processes, People and Potential as the official theme of its 2018 annual forum. More than 2,000 professionals from every segment of the supply chain are expected to attend the May 6-9 event, held at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Forum 2018 agenda tackles synchronization of the many moving parts of the industry, including processes, people and potential. Culminated into one event through nine informative sessions, topics in- clude student research about the future of flexo, how company cultures impact all strategic planning for success, and new capabilities and technologies of today’s flexo presses. The sessions are: • Flexo Quality Consortium (FQC) • Culture Eats Strategy for Lunch • New Capabilities: Look at Flexo Now! • Color:Where AreWe Now? • Taming Consumer Behavior Through Design • FIRST in Motion –WideWeb Project • Press Approval Match Game •Advanced CorrugatedTechnologies:A Business Case • Troubleshooting Survival Guide In addition, the program agenda will offer a compli- mentary pre-conference session titled Purchasing Printing/Converting Equipment: Flexo’s New Mar- ket Scenario . Collocated with Forum 2018 is INFOFLEX, which takes place May 7-8 across the Skywalk at the Indiana Convention Center.

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People & Places Apex International Apex International has increased its presence in France with a new appointment of Carole Binczyk as Sales Representative, joining the ex- isting Apex France team of José Mor- eira and Jean-Pierre Verne. In addition to a technical and me- chanical degree, Binczyk’s educational background includes a master’s de-

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gree in sales, specializing in B to B. She also has four years related experience with a previous position in the flexographic industry representing anilox, sleeves and mounting plate machines. TLMI Rosalyn Bandy, who came on board in August 2017 as Director, Label Ini- tiative for the Environment (LIFE), will now serve as the director of en- vironmental strategies and outreach for TLMI. This new title ref lects Bandy’s expanding portfolio of re- sponsibilities, which, in addition to LIFE, comprises all the association’s environmental initiatives, including matrix recycling, liner recycling and labels effect on packaging recycling. In addition, Bandy will coordinate TLMI’s external affairs, government and regulation activities, while as- sisting membership director Kyle Baldwin in work- force development. PMMI Bryan Griffen has been named Director of Industry Services at PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. Griffen comes to PMMI after 19 years at Nestle.As chairman of the Organization for Machine Automation and Control (OMAC), he helped increase membership by 50 percent and expanded the group’s reach to Europe,Asia and Australia. Monadnock Dawn Soucek has joined the Sales and Marketing team of Monadnock Paper Mills, Inc. as a Senior Tech- nical Sales Manager. CS Labels Mike Reynolds has been appointed the new Sales Manager for CS Labels. Rosalyn Bandy

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