Business Management - Industry Trends

FTA Forum Takes on What’s Trending
May 25, 2017 at 1:49 pm

The Flexographic Technical Association’s Annual Forum addressed the most pressing issues facing converters and honored those who stand out in the industry.

Navigating the Pharma Packaging Evolution
May 25, 2017 at 1:44 pm

The pharmaceutical industry is constantly changing, which means printers and converters in this market need to remain informed and innovative.

First Sun-Activated, Color Changing Beer Can Hits Shelves
May 22, 2017 at 11:47 am

Molson Coors Canada has developed a sun-activated, color changing beer can released exclusively in Canada and only available for the summer months. The can uses a photochromic ink paired with Coors Light's famous thermochromic ink temperature indicator to create a fun, summer twist on the classic beer.

Wearable Packaging Highlights DuPont Awards For Packaging Innovation
May 22, 2017 at 9:40 am

The DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation have been announced. The Diamond Award, the program's highest honor was presented to Solutions, Inc., for its Fritz Water Vest, a wearable vest that can transport up to 20 pounds of water. The vest is designed for use in developing countries where water transportation is an issue.

SGIA Opens Registration for 2017 Expo
May 18, 2017 at 11:23 am

Registration is now open for the 2017 SGIA Expo. The event will be held from Oct. 10-12 in New Orleans and the show floor is already sold out. In addition to the expo, attendees can choose from four separate educational tracks.

Green Thumbs Meet Green Phones: Orora Visual Prints Connected Plant Tags
April 18, 2017 at 9:00 am

More so than many other products, plants and flowers often require a great deal of consumer maintenance to flourish. Orora Visual has partnered with Lowe's to print Grow Together connected plant tags that extend product information to consumers' mobile devices.

Mark Tibbetts to Step Down From TLMI Presidency
April 13, 2017 at 8:44 am

TLMI has announced that Mark Tibbetts will step down as president in October. Tibbetts will remain in his current position for the next six months to help the association with the leadership transition.