FMN | September 18th, 2017

FMN | September 18th, 2017

An N.V. Publication FLEX

September 18, 2017

Vol. 19 No.19

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Uteco Boosts Diamond Flexible Packaging by Greg Kishbaugh T he only way forward is through change. It’s a guiding prin- ciple for Charlie Guida of Diamond Flexible Packaging, Northbrook, Illinois. Guida, who will assume the position of

Chicago To Host Next Three Graph Expos NPES - The Association for Suppliers of Printing, Publishing and Converting Technologies, has announced that GRAPH EXPO will be held at Mc- Cormick Place in Chicago, Illinois, for the next three years. The events will take place September 30-October 3 in 2018, October 13-16 in 2019, and Oc- tober 4-7 in 2020. Labelexpo Plans Linerless Trail Exhibitors participating in the Liner- less Trail have been announced as the feature area makes its return to Label- expo Europe 2017’s show floor. Estab- lished to help increase sustainability levels within the industry and acceler- ate zero waste adoption, the Linerless Trail will benefit printers looking to improve their green credentials. From materials through to process- ing, the Linerless Trail will have a particular focus on in-house produc- tion and new materials, as it aims to introduce and showcase the bene- fits linerless technology can offer print houses.

President of Diamond, has plans to expand the company, tak- ing it into new markets and opening up new revenue streams. In order to accommodate the growth, the company needed to focus on two areas. First, the move to a new larger facility, currently underway. Second, the installation of a new state-of- the-art 10-color printing press that could meet the growing — and changing — demands of the converter. In order to meet that challenge, Diamond turned to press manufacturer Uteco. Charlie Guida, Diamond Flexible Packaging, ( right ), welcomes the addition of a new Uteco Onyx press to help the company expand into new markets. Guida credits the personnel of Diamond with helping guide the company’s continued growth. Guida points in particular to Chad Stonecipher, VP Operations ( left ), who has lead the Diamond team in its expansion efforts. “A great deal of what we’ve accomplished is a testament to Chad and the way in which Diamond’s employees take such pride and care in their work.”

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Diamond purchased an Onyx press from Uteco, a 10-color flexo press that delivers speeds of nearly 1,400 feet per minute.The press is equipped with Di- rect Drive Evo technology, a patented process said to ensure optimum dot quality by flanging the CI drum and the plate sleeve mandrels directly into their drive motors. PCT (Press Control During Transition) is a Uteco platform for low waste and fast setting of printing pressures (Touch & Go + Kiss & Go) and registers (Click & Drag).This supports Diamond’s efforts at in- creasing sustainability through production efficien- cies and much lower material waste. PTC (Predictable Torque Control) is a software sys- tem said to allow predictive control of plate mandrel servomotor’s torque in varying print conditions to ensure best available print register accuracy. “The Uteco press will allow us to take the company in a different direction,” said Guida. “We can move more heavily into high-end printing.” The company spent about six months deliberat- ing on the press, settling on Uteco because it, ac- cording to Guida, represented the best value and

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Absolute Upgrades Multiple Bobst Flexo Presses Absolute has recently converted two Bobst Biele- feld flexo presses to 2G Carbon Fibre chambers for client East Riding Sacks (ERS), a UK manufacturer of paper sacks. ERS’ relationship with Absolute has developed since 2015 when they needed to replace the chambers on its 6-color F+K 16S. “After a testing period [with Absolute], we reviewed the performance and found that it gave us significant improvements in press cleanliness, speed of blade change and ergonomics and, on this basis, decided to replace the remaining seven units,” said Jürgen Bopzin, East Ridings Technical Engineering Director. After several months, ERS decided it would also up- grade their 8-color Bobst F+K 20SIX press, an installa- tion now completed. Veritiv Completes Acquisition Of All American Containers Veritiv Corporation,Atlanta, Georgia, has completed the acquisition of All American Containers, a family- owned and operated distributor of rigid packaging, including plastic, glass and metal containers, caps,

closures and plastic pouches. The acquisition provides Veritiv additional market- ing, selling and distribution channels into the grow- ing U.S. rigid packaging market. The rigid packaging market’s primary segments include paperboard, plas- tics, metal and glass. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, All American Con- tainers had trailing twelve month revenues of ap- proximately $225 million as of June 30.The company has approximately 260 employees and more than 1 million square feet of warehousing facilities located in Miami and Tampa, Florida; Atlanta, Georgia; Somer- set, New Jersey; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Chicago, Illi- nois; Houston, Texas; Kalama, Washington; Catano, Puerto Rico; and in Simi Valley, Windsor, Santa Rosa and San Leandro, California. Label Technology Purchases Laserlox System Label Technology, Inc., a label and flexible packag- ing manufacturer in Merced, California, has pur- chased a Laserlox anilox roll cleaning system from Eaglewood Technologies. The Laserlox system will service the new PCMC ten-color press and legacy mid-web presses in its new Flexible Packaging Plant.

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Flint Group Selects Flexo Wash For Innovation Center The recently opened Global Innovation Center in Malmo, Sweden, an initiative by Flint Group, has been set up as an academic environment in which every day commercial practices can be trialed and ana- lyzed. The Center in Malmo, in southern Sweden, is home to a water-based research and development lab, which is run by Flint Group’s R&D Director, Rune Sjolin. Flint Group’s printing center, with a fully equipped Soma CI printing press, is managed by Printshop and OEM Manager, Lars Keldebäk. To ensure peak performance from the press, Kelde- bäk sought recommendations for his ancillary equip- ment, and Flexo Wash was chosen for its anilox cleaning technology. The FlexoWash machine installed is a 991XL Anilox Cleaner, which the manufacturer’s Managing Director Lars Kongstad was pleased to supply on an OEM basis to Flint Group. “We think the establishment of the new GIC in Malmo is an inspired move by Flint Group, and are delighted to be involved with their pioneering work,” said Flexo Wash International Sales Manager, Mette Laursen. FLXON Reports Doctor Blade Performance Increase For ECG FLXON, Charlotte, North Carolina, has reported high-speed HD flexo Extended Color Gamut (ECG) pressrooms are now able to produce more than 30,000,000 feet of production on a single set of SWEDCUT’s new advanced MFLEX PLUS doctor blades. “A combination of new doctor blade technology, higher performing presses and pressrooms holding themselves to the disciplined execution of ECG best practices make it possible for a pressroom to reduce blade consumption by 90 percent compared to just a few years ago,” said company spokesman, Ryan Sharkey. Sharkey went on to say pressrooms operating at this level make sure team members receive ongoing training and reinforcement that allows them to opti- mize their process. MFLEX PLUS was developed specifically to be better able to precisely meter an anilox surface at very high speeds. Pressrooms using PLUS report being able to hold a clean tight dot for extended periods, prevent defects including back-doctoring; all while being less wearing to an anilox surface.

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Uteco, Diamond ( Cont’d from Page 3)

because the manufacturer offered superior techni- cal and service support. “Ultimately, it was the customer support that com- pletely won us over,”Guida said. His current tenure at Diamond is a homecoming for Guida. He worked for the company from 1994-2003 before departing to start his own distribution compa- ny that would eventually make him one of Diamond’s

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customers. Guida returned to the company in Janu- ary of this year, with an eye toward expansion. “Working for Diamond, and then being one of their customers has allowed me an amazing vantage point,” he said.“I’ve been on both sides of the fence. I know what works and what can be improved.” Diamond is built on a foundation of customization, striving to address the needs of each individual cus- tomer.“One of the things that separates us is our cre- ativity,” said Guida. “We like a challenge and we are happy to look at every project from a different angle. We know that no two customers have exactly the same needs.” Current President Howard Diamond, who’s pending semi-retirement has paved the way for Guida’s return to the company, began working at the company in 1977. His great uncle started the company in 1929, buying odd lots and working with renowned cus- tomers like DuPont. In the 1940s, the company en- tered the cellophane bag business. Diamond purchased its first CI press in 1998 and four years Charlie Guida oversees construction on Diamond’s new offices and production facilities.

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PACK EXPO Las Vegas To Host Record Numbers

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PACK EXPO Las Vegas will be held September 25-27 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, co-located with Healthcare Packaging EXPO. More than 30,000 atten- dees, including 5,000 international visitors from more than 125 countries will come together, and the show will feature more than 2,000 exhibiting compa- nies spanning nearly 900,000 net square feet of an al- • The PACK gives Back benefit concert, sponsored by Rockwell Automation, will feature Grammy award- winning band, The Doobie Brothers, and proceeds will benefit the American Red Cross to aid in hurri- cane disaster relief efforts. Additionally, PMMI has es- tablished a donation link (pmmi.org/we-care) and will match all funds donated up to $100,000. • The PACK EXPO Drone Demo – “Packaging for the Last Mile” interactive display will give all those in attendance a glimpse at the future of packaging. Elec- tric truck and drone maker Workhorse is partnering with PACK EXPO to bring this drone simulation to life. Mock housing will populate the virtual landscape of the 15,000 square-foot-exhibit in the North Hall, complete with mailboxes and doorsteps to accept delivered packages. Delivery drones will take off from the top of a stationary electric van and deliver to mock houses. This interactive demonstration will take place in the North Hall, Booth N-645 and is scheduled for daily presentations on the half hour. • The Packaging & Processing Women’s Leadership Network (PPWLN) – sponsored by PMMI – will host an exclusive breakfast featuring Tana L. Utley, Vice President, Caterpillar Inc., on Tuesday, September 26 at 7:30 a.m.This event is part of PPWLN’s ongoing ef- forts to fill the gender gap in the manufacturing workforce by attracting, developing, retaining and ad- vancing women in packaging and processing. Utley will address this critical industry issue and share how her experiences led her to manage Caterpillar’s Large Power Systems Division today. • The Innovation Stage will reportedly boast a ro- bust program, bringing together industry leaders and subject matter experts for free educational program- ming addressing the most top-of-mind issues and trends. • The NextGEN Networking Fair will offer the op- portunity for show attendees to connect with the emerging workforce. Students seeking internships or employment can network with potential employers and even apply for open positions at the pavilion. most sold-out exhibition floor. Show highlights will include:

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People & Places ARC International David L. Summers has been added to the technical support staff of ARC International, Charlotte, North Caroli- na. Summers holds a Master of Sci- ence degree in Graphics Communications from Clemson Uni- versity. Summers will focus on serving flexo printers and corrugators in the Southeast region of the United States.

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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.

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Colordyne Technologies As a Strategic Account Executive at Colordyne Tech- nologies, Brian Wirt has assumed responsibility for customer growth and acquisition by identifying busi- nesses that could benefit from digital or hybrid label solutions. He will focus on serving commercial con- verters and brand owners in the central United States and Canada. FTA’s Fall Conference Will Feature Hybrid Analysis The Flexographic Technical Association’s (FTA) Fall Conference 2017 will feature solutions on how to tackle hybrid printing using the October issue FLEXO Magazine cover project as the example on Tuesday, Oct. 10 from 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The various presentations comprised of this cover project will address the ultimate differences between flexo and digital print methods by walking attendees through the entire printrun process, side-by-side, step-by-step. Spanning two sessions, presentations and speakers include: • 2017 Technical Innovation Award Winners in Ac- tion – Mark Samworth, Esko • Calibrating the Processes – Mark Samworth, Esko; Jason Cagle, MacDermid Graphics Solutions; Nat Davis, Mark Andy Inc. • Fingerprinting the Processes – Steve Smiley, Smil- eyColor &Associates • Characterizing the Processes – Catherine Haynes, All Printing Resources, Inc. • Controlling the Processes for Production – PJ Fronczkiewicz, Flint Group • Analyzing the Results – Mark Samworth, Esko The Flexographic Technical Association’s Fall Con- ference 2017 will take place at the Hyatt Regency St. Louis at The Arch, October 9-11.

Advanced Prepress Graphics, Inc. www.flexoprepress.com

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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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Mark Andy Digital One Secures Certification

Mark Andy Digital One, a CMYK dry-toner device with inline decorating and converting, has received a BS 5609 certification on Avery Dennison substrate. BS5609 is a certification that guarantees label durability in harsh marine and weather conditions. Labels printed with technology on material that retains the BS5609 certifica- tion will hold integrity, staying intact after up to 3 months of saltwater exposure.This is a common manda- tory prerequisite for transporting oil and chemical drums overseas, boosting the longevity of key identifiers if a barrel were to accidentally fall into the ocean. Harper Earns Air Compliance Award Harper Corporation of America, Charlotte, North Carolina, has earned the Air Compliance Excellence (ACE) award from Mecklenburg County Air Quality (MCAQ) for its continued compliance and commit- ment toward reducing pollution and improving local air quality. Over the past year, Harper was in compli- ance with all terms of its air quality permit. There were no violations for dust or odor complaints, re- quired emissions testing was completed, and reports, notifications, and fee payments were all submitted on time. In addition, the company was in compliance during its annual inspection. Rommelag Flex Forms Partners With Flint Group ROMMELAG FLEX in Gaildorf, Germany, with more than 60 years of experience in the industry, has a long-standing business relationship between Flint Group Flexographic Products. Flint Group provides solutions and premium quality adapters and sleeves, such as the rotec Blue Light, as well as printing plates such as the nyloflex ACE and nyloflex FTF. One of the latest products from Flint Group implemented at ROMMELAG FLEX is the rotec Eco Bridge, an adapter with patent-pending air flow system using a breathable metal ring. The rotec Eco Bridge is also nominated as a FlexoTech International Print & Innovation Awards Finalist. “Mounting is much easier than before” said Torsten Kohm, Production Shift Leader at ROMMELAG FLEX, about the Eco Bridge adapter. “The noise is signifi- cantly less than normal, and the best is, we can de- mount the 420 mm Repeat Sleeve with one hand, without effort.”

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later bought a laminator that now allowed the com- pany to print, laminate, slit and convert. “Doing everything under one roof allows us to bring efficiencies to our customers,” said Guida.“And the new press allows us to realize one of our primary goals for Diamond, which is that we are a great con- verter that has the capacity of a large converter but the service of a smaller business.” As for the future, Guida sees his company’s relation- ship with Uteco expending and taking Diamond into increasingly versatile and profitable areas.“I’d like to go deep with Uteco,” Guida said.“As Uteco’s technol- ogy helps us expand and grow, we’ll turn to them for future equipment additions and upgrades.” Guida is quick to point out, however, that technolo- gy alone cannot be expected to guide a company to success. For Diamond, it’s all about the people. “We have a great core of people with a tremendous amount of experience,” said Guida.“I truly value them and their ingenuity. Our press operators are artisans. They were trained on 20-year-old machines. No mat- ter how much automation you have, operators must know what happens when they press the button.” There’s also no substitute for passion. “Diamond’s employees are driven to provide the best for our cus- tomers,” Guida said. “We have unparalleled quality control; since everyone is focused on doing every- thing right the first time we have next to no returns. When we discussed installing a new press, everyone added their input and their excitement to the pro- ject.When it comes to growing the company our phi- losophy is simple:We are all in.” Uteco Installs Presses At Four Midwest Converters Uteco continues to see great activity in the U.S. midwest with four recent installations.The company installed an Onyx 108 at Diamond Flexible Packaging in Northbrook, Illinois. Additionally, Vonco Products in Trevor, Wisconsin, installed an Onyx 808, NCL Graphics Specialties, Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, installed an Onyx XS, and Sharp Packaging, Sussex,Wisconsin, purchased a second Onyx 808 press. Uteco To Host Open House In Italy Uteco will host an open house, October 25 in Verona, Italy, which will showcase the company’s MISTRAL MV press and its new Digital Printing Press.

Eaglewood Technologies, LLC www.eaglewoodtech.com

Eaglewood Technologies offers the Sanilox™ Anilox Roll Cleaning System, an innovative, environmentally safe sys- tem. Sanilox™2.0 uses a touch-screen interface to clean rolls in-line or off-line with the simple touch of a button. It can be operated in English or Spanish and monitor roll in- ventory by entering roll information into the touch-screen interface. Eaglewood Technologies offers cleaning service in your facility, or a ship-in roll cleaning program. 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.

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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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Label Technology, a Mississauga, Ontario, Canada printer that specializes in flexible packaging and pres- sure sensitive labels solutions has purchased a VLI from Rotoflex. The system is a VLI 700 premier in- spection, slitting and rewind system for tension-sensi- tive materials, integrated with an EyeC ProofRunner 760 system for advanced print quality verification. Also purchased by Label Technology was a high-end Mark Andy Performance Series P7 flexo press for complex print applications with an inline EyeC ProofRunner 450 that monitors print quality, allows higher print speeds, reduced waste, and increased operator efficiency. The P7 and VLI are both in full operation and running daily production. PMMI, Pack Expo Support Hurricane Relief Efforts As the Gulf Coast struggles to recover from this record-breaking storm, PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, has an- nounced funds raised through PACK gives BACK will be provided to the American Red Cross to aid in re- lief efforts following Hurricane Harvey. In addition, PMMI has established a donation link and will match all funds donated to the American Red Cross in support of the Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund up to $100,000. Attendees and exhibitors at Pack Expo Las Vegas and Healthcare Packaging Expo 2017, September 25-27 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, will also have an opportunity to donate on- site at the PMMI booth in the Central Lobby and at the PACK gives BACK event. PACK gives BACK is an annual fundraising event with a portion of the ticket sales going to a charita- ble cause.“Due to the immediacy of this natural disas- ter,” said Chuck Yuska, President and CEO, PMMI,“our leadership felt the need to divert funds from the Pack Expo Scholarships, the original beneficiary of PACK gives BACK, to Hurricane Harvey disaster relief ef- forts. However, the PMMI Foundation will continue to support the six, $5,000 scholarships for packaging and processing students,”Yuska says. PACK gives BACK will feature The Doobie Brothers and will take place Monday, September 25th in the Grand Ballroom of the Las Vegas Convention Center. “While we will always support advancing industry education, the immediacy of this natural disaster is unprecedented and requires instant community ac- tion,” said Jim Pittas, COO, PMMI.

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