FTA Members Talk Anilox Purchasing Preferences in Flash Poll

It’s unanimous—and it’s no surprise! One-hundred percent of Flexographic Technical Association printer members participating in a recent anilox roll flash poll tell FLEXO Magazine that it is “…an essential process element of flexographic print.” Again, standing in unison, each and every one says, “Consistency of the anilox engraving is a key contributing factor to predictability … Continued

Lauren Lippert Joins Apex International as Sales & Marketing Coordinator

PITTSBURGH, PA—Apex International is carefully adhering to its strategic growth plan for the North American market. This week it announced the hiring of Lauren Lippert as its new sales and marketing coordinator. Lauren brings significant sales and marketing skill sets to Apex that compliment the company’s long and short term goals for the region. Prior to … Continued

Josh Sigmon, Brad Windsor Join Sales Team at Harper Corporation of America

CHARLOTTE, NC— Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America is excited to announce two changes to its team. Josh Sigmon is a new addition to the organization, while Brad Windsor has shifted positions, taking on new challenges. Both bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to their roles making them a valuable asset to the company … Continued

Harper Corporation of America Roadshow to Feature Doctor Blade Selection Guidance

CHARLOTTE, NC—FLXON’s Ryan Sharkey, VP sales, is scheduled to give a presentation on recent doctor blade technology advancements and why they matter at the upcoming Harper Corporation of America Roadshow. The event will take place at Fullerton College in Fullerton, CA on Thursday, June 15, from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. This presentation will discuss advances in … Continued

Sun Chemical’s Myron Petruch Named ‘Man of the Year’ By MNYPIA

PARSIPPANY, NJ—Metro New York Printing Ink Association (MNYPIA) has named Myron Petruch, president of Performance Pigments at Sun Chemical, the recipient of its 2017 Anthony Mauriello Man of the Year award. The Anthony Mauriello Man of the Year award is given annually to an individual who has made outstanding contributions to the business they work … Continued

JFA Expands to Include Polyester Films

LAGRANGE, GA—Jindal Films Americas (JFA), an industry leader in the development and manufacture of high performance films for flexible packaging and labeling, and making inroads into the technical films segment, is pleased to announce that the organization has initiated planning activities to expand the product offering to include polyester films. The new polyester capabilities will … Continued

Martin Corall Joins KBA North America as Sales Manager

DALLAS, TX—With its announcement last year of its return to the sheetfed flexo market for corrugated, KBA North America is pleased to name Martin Corall as its sales manager to this important position for its new corrugated product line. Martin began his new position in early May and reports to Jeff Dietz, vice president of web … Continued

AWT Labels & Packaging Announces Three Recent Hires

SOUTH ELGIN, IL—AWT Labels & Packaging would like to announce personnel additions in its South Elgin flexible packaging facility. Doug Becker, quality/continuous improvement director. Doug joined the AWT South Elgin team on May 1. In his new role, Doug will further implement our SQF quality systems, develop standard work, and drive research and development. Doug brings extensive … Continued

Flexography.org Completely Redesigned!

BOHEMIA, NY – May 23, 2017 – Flexographic Technical Association (FTA), the package printing and converting industry’s number one choice for training, resources, and events, announced today the launch of its newly renovated website. Team members worked diligently for the past 10 months prepping, designing and reconfiguring the site for its long-awaited reveal. A sleek … Continued