Consumables-Substrates - Paper

Sappi has introduced a new flexible packaging solution that provides improved sealing properties and sustainability attributes. Sappi Seal is designed to replace hot seal laminates made from plastic with materials containing a high proportion of renewable raw materials.

Paper and paperboard may be long-established packaging materials, but brands in luxury and premium markets still rely on its appeal to discerning consumers.

As part of the Paper & Packaging Board's campaign "Paper & Packaging – How Life Unfolds," two new animated characters have been revealed. The characters will be featured in print and television advertisements, as well as digital advertisements on various platforms.

Catalyst Paper has announced the launch of Trident, a wet strength label paper produced at its Rumford mill in Maine. Trident is a full wet strength label paper for application on water bottles, craft beer, juice bottles, wine bottles and large format containers.

Green Bay Packaging’s Coated Products Operations has opened a new slitting and distribution facility in Lithia Springs, Ga., for its pressure-sensitive label stock.

In operation for more than 200 years, the PaperWorks Philadelphia Mill is closing on April 14th. The closure will impact 147 workers.

Arjowiggins Graphic has announced a full-scale expansion in the United States and North America for its recycled papers offer. Julie Brannen has been appointed as North American regional sales manager to grow and develop business in North America.

Fortis Solutions Group has announced its acquisition of Action Packaging Systems, a provider of pressure sensitive prime, promotional and thermal labels to customers across the country. It will operate under the Fortis Solutions Group name.

Coast Label Co., has installed a Durst Tau 330E digital UV inkjet device, marking the first installation of a Durst Tau product on the West Coast. The company acquired the press to assist it in advancing into the digital durable and specialty label space.

PrintFlex Graphics, a label printer based in St. Louis, has purchased a new Gallus EM 280 flexographic label press. PrintFlex specializes in peel-off coupons, re-sealable labels, instant on-pack and in-line folded booklets.