The differences between generations are becoming more apparent, if for no other reason that we keep talking about them. With the emergence of Generation Z, that group younger than Millennials, the mix of ages in the workforce is ever-changing, bringing together different collections of individuals, with their varying backgrounds and experiences. Kelly Raber, a graphics … Continued
CLEMSON, SC—On Feb. 6-7, an inaugural Future of Flexo event was hosted at Clemson University’s Sonoco Institute of Packaging Design and Graphics, presented by OMET Americas. The event centered around “New Year, New Technology” and was sponsored by industry print suppliers Eaglewood Technologies, Siegwerk, Phoseon Technology, Nazdar Ink Technologies, DuPont, Techkon USA, DBT Coatings and … Continued
When the creators of the National Biscuit Co (Nabisco) entered American retail in the 1890s with their first branded and nationally marketed packaging—Uneeda Biscuits—they would never have imagined the kind of convoluted and expensive movement they had just started. Trillions of dollars later, packaging’s protective properties have become equally important to its “decoration.” Packaging materials … Continued
FTA Emerging Leaders Committee member Meghan Mullaney didn’t plan to pursue a career in flexography, but an internship opportunity changed her path. Now, Meghan is a marketing associate at MacDermid Graphics Solutions who stresses the importance for Millennials to learn everything they can about the industry through internships, as well was from what more seasoned … Continued
ATLANTA, GA—MacDermid Graphics Solutions announced the MacDermid Graphics Solutions Scholarship in Graphic Communications (GC) at Clemson University. This scholarship is meant to help attract and retain exceptional student talent in GC for Clemson and the graphics arts industry. Clemson’s GC program is top-ranked in the U.S. and has a global reputation for its outstanding faculty, students … Continued