Four Questions to Ask a Printer

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  Covid-19 upended the business community and created a great deal of stress, especially for manufacturers of essential items.  Part of the pressure fell to packaging converters trying to keep up with material shortages, increased quantities, and lockdowns.  While some struggled, others had the infrastructure in place to persevere.  That’s why these challenging times call […]

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2021 Packaging Production in a Pandemic: What’s in and out?

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    Looking back at the early days of the pandemic, most suppliers, manufacturers, and stakeholders agree that they were unprepared to handle the ramifications the pandemic had on their businesses.   From weak supply chains to spikes in demand for products that had not been forecasted, these issues have driven a shift in several areas […]

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Pandemic Packaging Trends: Specialty Finishes Continue to Shine

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Although 2020 events have impacted supply chains and slowed the growth of sustainable packaging, the importance of specialty finishes continues to be a pandemic packaging trend. Many brands opt for new foil techniques and innovative varnish textures as a way to keep costs down, while still achieving a high-end look.  They are also an effective touch […]

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Philadelphia, PA
September 24-26, 2020
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Chicago, IL
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