By: Roland DG Corporation

Irvine, Calif., Feb. 20, 2025 – Roland DG Corporation, a leading manufacturer of wide-format inkjet printers, vinyl cutters, 3D milling machines, dental mills, and other advanced digital technologies, has appointed Eric Zimmerman, a sign and graphics veteran with more than 25 years of related experience, as its new Director of Global Market Research.  In this newly created position, Zimmerman will collaborate with global marketing, product, and sales teams to provide customer and market insights that will help Roland DG achieve key objectives. 

Prior to assuming his new role with Roland DG, Zimmerman served for six years as Director of Wide-Format Print for the global research and analysis firm Keypoint Intelligence, where he helped print industry clients grow their businesses by better understanding market trends and opportunities. Prior to that, he held several positions at Roland DG, serving most recently as Business Strategy Manager for Digital Printing, and earlier as a Product Manager for the Americas business unit. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Eric back to the Roland DG team, said Ryugo Nimura, Roland DG President of Global Sales and Marketing. “Having worked for both Roland DG and Roland DGA before joining Keypoint Intelligence, Eric is extremely familiar with our line of high-quality digital imaging devices, as well as our company’s commitment to innovation, quality, and world-class service and support. We’re excited about Eric’s contributions, which will enable us to better serve our existing clients and expand into new markets.”

To learn more about Roland DGA or the complete Roland DGA product line, visit https://www.rolanddga.com.

About Roland DG Americas

Roland DGA serves North and South America as the marketing, sales, distribution, and service arm for Roland DG Corporation. Founded in 1981, Roland DG of Hamamatsu, Japan is a worldwide leader in wide-format inkjet printers for the sign, apparel, textile, interior design, personalization, and vehicle graphics markets; engravers for awards, giftware and ADA signage; photo impact printers for direct part marking; and 3D printers and CNC milling machines for the dental CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, part manufacturing and medical industries.

By: All Printing Resources, Inc.

Glendale Heights, IL – February 18, 2025 – Packaging Personified has investment in the TWEN Anilox Laser Cleaning System as a major step forward in automating anilox roll maintenance, improving print consistency, and increasing productivity for the flexible packaging leader.

As a company committed to innovation, Packaging Personified recognized an opportunity to enhance the efficiency and consistency of its anilox roll cleaning process. Previously, the company relied on a liquid-based cleaning system that required manual oversight and post-inspection to maintain optimal results. This method often led to variability in roll cleanliness, increased color-matching time, and production delays.

“Maintaining consistent cleaning quality was time-consuming,” said Joe Imburgia, General Manager at Packaging Personified. “If we lost focus, the cleaning outcome wasn’t as precise, leading to added color-matching time and extended roller downtime.”

Looking for a more effective, automated solution, APR introduced Packaging Personified to the TWEN Anilox Laser Cleaning System, a cutting-edge technology designed to provide precise, repeatable results without manual intervention.

Unlike traditional cleaning methods, TWEN’s system uses advanced laser technology to remove ink, coatings, and debris from anilox rolls safely and efficiently. It also integrates real-time roll measurement and topography scanning, ensuring consistent and accurate cleaning every time.

“TWEN’s system simplifies our cleaning process and gives us reliable data without requiring extra personnel to perform repetitive tasks,” said Imburgia. “Implementing TWEN felt like a natural next step toward improving our operations.”

Once fully operational, the TWEN system is expected to deliver immediate benefits, including:

• Consistent anilox roll cleanliness, reducing color inconsistencies
• Elimination of manual inspections, freeing up employees for higher-value tasks
• Minimized downtime and production delays
• Extended anilox roll lifespan through safer, non-abrasive cleaning
• Projected ROI in under a year, driven by labor savings and optimized production

“With the level of efficiency and cleanliness TWEN provides, this will be a highly valuable investment for us,” added Imburgia.

As the exclusive North American distributor of TWEN’s anilox laser cleaning technology, APR continues to help printers and converters implement automated solutions that drive efficiency, sustainability, and cost savings. 

Read the full Packaging Personified case study here: https://www.teamflexo.com/articles/customer-case-study-packaging-personified-twen

About All Printing Resources, Inc.

All Printing Resources, Inc. (APR) is a proven resource for solutions, trusted service, and support to the flexographic printing industry. APR delivers measurable performance enhancements and total cost reductions, including the after sale attention needed to see optimal results. APR represents some of the most innovative product lines worldwide and takes a “team” approach to deliver process improvement and innovative solutions. To learn more, visit https://www.teamflexo.com

By: Maxcess

Oak Brook, IL – 18 February 2025 – Maxcess, a global leader in end-to-end innovative solutions for web handling applications, is proud to announce the launch of the RD Scorer High Performance (HP), from RotoMetrics, a Maxcess brand.  The RotoMetrics RD Scorer HP is the latest advancement in rotary scoring technology. Engineered to deliver superior precision and efficiency, this cutting-edge product sets a new benchmark for the industry.

The RD Scorer HP features a new ultra-fine threaded adjustment screw and precision blade for enhanced score-depth accuracy, ensuring precise results with every use. Combined with a robust solid anvil design that significantly reduces runout, the RotoMetrics RD Scorer HP guarantees consistent performance even under demanding conditions.

“We listened to our customers, and with the RD Scorer High Performance, we are addressing scoring challenges caused by shifting material trends.” said Devin McCart, Global Product Manager.

The RD Scorer HP is approved for both paper and film applications, offering unmatched versatility and compatibility. Designed with flexible mounting options, it serves as a drop-in replacement for existing RD Scorer parts, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.

Key Features of the RD Scorer High Performance (HP):

• Ultra-Fine Threaded Adjustment Screw: Enables precise score-depth adjustments.
• Solid Anvil Design: Reduces runout for consistent, high-quality results.
• Drop-In Replacement: Single-hole mounting ensures easy installation and compatibility.
• High Precision Blade: Approved for both Paper and Film applications.  

Looking ahead, the RD Scorer HP paves the way for future enhancements, including higher-quality blade and bearing assemblies to deliver even greater accuracy and performance.

For operations requiring exceptional reliability and precision, the RotoMetrics RD Scorer HP is the versatile solution to meet today’s evolving demands while preparing for tomorrow’s challenges.

About Maxcess: Maxcess saves you time and money by optimizing your peak output performance. We do this by leveraging the world’s best web handling brands, offering customized, automated, end-to-end sustainable web handling solutions. Maxcess helps its customers maximize productivity through innovative products and services worldwide by combining global service and support across the storied product brands of RotoMetrics, Fife, Tidland, MAGPOWR, Webex, Valley Roller, Componex, International Cutting Die, and Maxcess Vision Systems, Maxcess offers an unrivaled network of application experts and automated end-to-end web handling solutions to help you work better, faster, and smarter. Visit them online at www.maxcess.com

By: Cartes and Vetaphone

Established in 1970 as a supplier of bespoke label manufacturing technology, Cartes is still owned and managed by the Lodi family and has its headquarters in Moglia, Italy.

According to Sales & Marketing Manager Enrica Lodi: “We have always specialized in the high value-added sector of the narrow web market and have a reputation for pioneering innovative solutions for the self-adhesive, linerless, roll to roll printing, finishing, and converting processes.”  Today, the company’s workforce has more than 60 specialist technicians engaged in design and manufacture in its 12,000 sqm facility in the Mantova Province, some 200km south-east of Milan.

From a small start in 1970 the business began to grow significantly in the 1980s with a global growth in demand for self-adhesive labels.  This began an export drive by Cartes that now sees more than 4,300 of its machines installed and in daily operation in over 100 countries around the world – some achievement for a family business!  Highlights down the years have included a new factory in 2012, the R&D and launch of the Jet D-Screen technology in 2019, and the opening of a branch facility in New Jersey, USA in 2020.

One factor that has remained unchanged throughout is the company’s approach to R&D.  Enrica Lodi explained: “Many of our customers say they choose Cartes because we have an flexible mind – we are always prepared to customise and personalise our equipment to suit their requirements even if it breaks our production model – customers’ needs always come first here!”  And it was this attention to detail that first brought Cartes into contact with Vetaphone back in 2012.

As the inventor and acknowledged global pioneer of corona surface treatment, Vetaphone is also a family-owned business with a reputation for customer-orientation that aligns well with that of Cartes.  Speaking for Vetaphone, Giuseppe Rossi, who is Area Sales Manager for Italy commented: “We understand that customer requirements can vary considerably and that a ‘one size fits all’ approach will not work, especially when dealing with a specialist manufacturer like Cartes.”

One of the linchpins of the close working partnership that has developed over the past 12 years is a mutual appreciation of each other’s attention to detail and adaptability.  This was most clearly shown with Cartes’ desire to work with co-suppliers whose technology could be fully integrated with their own.  In Vetaphone’s case, this not only related to the Corona Treater but also the Web Cleaner. 

The two units, that are mounted adjacent to each other can both be controlled from the same operator panel which itself can be fully integrated with the Cartes machine.  “This is especially useful on machines where we have more than one Corona Treater, sometimes as many as three, all of which are at different positions in the line – being able to integrate them on one control panel is both more ergonomic for the operator and maximises efficiency for the entire production line,” explained Enrica Lodi.

Giuseppe Rossi added: “From a supplier’s point of view, Cartes makes life straightforward because all its machines have the same 350mm working web width.  By limiting one parameter, both companies can focus on maximising efficiency and cost control.  Vetaphone Corona Treaters can be specified with a variety of options to meet exact production requirements, but if we are always manufacturing to the same web width, we can offer cost-saving production benefits too.”

The reality is that the numbers speak for themselves: Cartes now manufactures and ships around 120 machines a year, which is likely to accelerate as the demand from the digital sector continues apace.  “Our technology makes life easier for the operator, which in a global market that is experiencing a worrying level of skill shortage, highlights the need for more automation.  This means more control integration and that is the strength of the Cartes/Vetaphone working arrangement,” she added.

The company’s current product portfolio. Includes technology for hot stamping, silk screen printing, digital embellishment, flexo printing and varnishing, flatbed and semi rotary die cutting, and embossing.  In addition, Cartes offers its unique Laser technology for die cutting and converting.  The single or dual 350W laser is suitable for paper or film, which thanks to its RF power control and ‘cut on the fly’ software offers maximum performance across any shape or cut-through programme.  Known by Cartes as ILC (Invisible Laser Cutting) it allows dark printed labels to be die cut without a white edge.

Looking ahead, Enrica Lodi sees future investments targeted at increased automation on the production floor and a ramping up of output to meet growing demand from the markets of the USA, Brazil, Chile and Argentina across the Atlantic and in France and Spain in Europe, while Japan remains a strong market for laser die cutting. Summing up for Vetaphone, Giuseppe Rossi stated: “It’s always a pleasure to work with a company like Cartes where there is so much synergy with the Vetaphone business ethos.  We have developed a strong cooperative partnership based on mutual trust and a joint desire for innovation and we look forward to playing a key part in their growth and future development.”

By: IST America

Shorewood, Illinois, February 14, 2025 – IST America (ISTA), a global leader in UV and LED light curing technology, is proud to announce its participation as a sponsor of the 2025 Print UV Conference, taking place March 11-12 at the Wynn Encore in Las Vegas, NV. As a global leader in premium UV curing solutions, IST America continues its commitment to advancing UV and LED technology in the printing industry.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with Tim Sterbak, Managing Director, IST Metz, Holger Kuehn, Sales Director, IST Metz, and Errol Moebius, President / CEO, IST America, who will be on-site to discuss the latest advancements in UV curing. Additionally, Tim Sterbak will be a featured panelist on Day 1, contributing to the session “UV and LED Curing Technology Advancements,” where he will share insights on the latest developments in curing efficiency, sustainability, and performance.

As one of the premier events in the UV printing industry, Print UV brings together printers, manufacturers, and industry experts for three days of networking, technical discussions, and innovation. Print UV is a must-attend event for commercial and packaging printers looking to enhance their UV printing operations. The event is designed to foster collaboration, providing attendees with direct access to technology leaders, expert-led panel discussions, and the latest trends in UV and LED curing.

“We are excited to support Print UV and engage with industry leaders to drive innovation forward,” said Errol Moebius, President / CEO, IST America. “With ongoing advancements in UV and LED curing, this event is an essential platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration.”

At this year’s event, IST America will highlight its latest innovations designed to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and performance for printers worldwide:

FREEcure Technology – Developed in collaboration with BASF, FREEcure eliminates the need for photoinitiators, inertization, and electron beams while achieving exceptional curing performance.
SMARTcure Technology – IST’s intelligent UV curing system automatically adjusts energy output to match production needs, optimizing performance while reducing energy consumption.
Hot Swap Technology – IST’s modular curing solution allows seamless switching between UV lamp and LED technology within the same system.

IST America invites attendees to stop by, connect with our team, and explore how our latest UV curing innovations can enhance their printing operations.

About IST America

IST America, an arm of IST Metz in Nürtingen Germany is the leader in premium UV curing solutions, offering the most extensive portfolio of high-performance UV lamp and UV LED systems, along with excimer, hybrid, FREEcure, and SMARTcure technologies. With over 30 years of experience, IST America provides innovative solutions to the U.S. market, including sales, service, parts, and application expertise for advanced curing systems.

Serving industries from sheetfed, wide web, and narrow web printing to digital and industrial applications, IST delivers reliable, tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of its customers. Committed to delivering More Than UV, IST works closely with clients to ensure precision, performance and success.

Based in Shorewood, IL, IST America is the U.S. division of IST Metz, a global leader in UV curing technology headquartered in Nürtingen, Germany.

For more information, visit www.ist-uv.com/en-us.

By: NextGen Label Group

Syracuse, NY – February 14, 2025 – NextGen Label Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Jessica McCarthy to Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), effective April 1, 2025, coinciding with Dan Rosenbaum’s transition to President & CEO.

Jessica is a proven leader in human resources and administration, bringing extensive experience in fostering a positive and productive workplace culture. Jessica has played a pivotal role in talent development, employee engagement, and shaping policies that support the company’s commitment to its employee-centric approach.

As CHRO, Jessica will continue to oversee key HR functions, including talent acquisition and retention, compensation and benefits, compliance, employee relations, and training and development. She will also take on an expanded role in collaboratively leading the marketing team, reinforcing NextGen’s brand custodianship and employee-ownership values both internally and externally.

“Jessica’s leadership has been key to fostering a strong workplace culture,” said Dan Rosenbaum. “Her dedication to employee growth and engagement, along with her ability to strengthen our brand and reinforce our values, makes her an invaluable asset to our leadership team.”

Under Jessica’s leadership, NextGen Label Group will continue to enhance its workplace initiatives, ensuring a supportive and growth environment for all employees. Her expanded role will further align HR and marketing efforts, promoting a unified and cohesive vision for the company’s future.

By: Mactac

STOW, Ohio – Feb. 12, 2025 – For the third consecutive year, Mactac® is recognized by the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) for recyclability of its pressure-sensitive label materials.

Mactac was awarded Critical Guidance Recognition (CGR) for its polypropylene (BOPP) pressure-sensitive labels with CHILL AT® hot-melt adhesive for flexible polyethylene (PE) film packaging materials. The labeling solution exceeded voluntary requirements for APR Design® for Recyclability Recognition, meeting the most stringent, industry accepted criteria for design features that affect plastics recycling.

Mactac is the first manufacturer to hold CGR for a hot-melt adhesive for flexible PE. Mactac was also the first to earn CGR for a hot-melt adhesive for polypropylene (PP) recycling applications in 2024, and for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) containers in 2023.

“Achieving the APR’s Critical Guidance Recognition is an important step in our Simply Sustainable® initiative to promote a more circular economy,” says Kim Hensley, Senior Marketing Manager, Mactac Performance Adhesives. “Mactac was the first label manufacturer to offer a hot-melt adhesive solution for HDPE and PP recycling applications, and now we are the first to earn recognition for PE flexible recycling applications. We are proud of our commitment to improve sustainable practices and promote recyclability.”

The newly bestowed recognition applies to Mactac white and clear top-coated BOPP labels that are paired with the industry-leading Mactac CHILL AT pressure-sensitive adhesive. The labeling solution is ideal for PE surfaces such as bags, pouches, wraps, sachets and envelopes in food packaging, home and personal care applications.

The featured CHILL AT adhesive is an innovative, all-temperature hot melt that offers superior protection of packaging. It has a versatile temperature range spanning -65 to +150 degrees Fahrenheit and delivers high-tack adhesion, high tack-and-peel, and a quick, strong bond — even to cold, wet surfaces and low-energy substrates.

Compatible with standard PE flexible container recycling practices, CHILL AT labels stay with containers during recycling without impacting recycled polyethylene (rPE) flexible pellets.
“Brand owners who want to achieve their sustainable packaging targets should turn to CHILL AT,” Hensley says. “It goes on, stays on, and then remains with the film during recycling, ensuring the most out of both packaging and branding in today’s competitive marketplace.”

Hensley, Sustainability Manager Christina Barajas, and R&D Senior Scientist Amanda Quaranta presented the Mactac innovation to the APR membership group. In the recognition certificate, the APR commended Mactac for placing a high priority on recyclability in product design.

“The APR is pleased to recognize Mactac for meeting the highest criteria for recyclability according to the APR Design® Guide,” stated Steve Alexander, APR President and CEO. “Design for recyclability leads to less waste, more efficient use of limited natural resources, and increased supply of high-quality post-consumer recycled content.”

The APR represents companies who acquire, reprocess and sell the output of more than 90% of the post-consumer plastic processing capacity in North America.

To view the Mactac portfolio of APR-recognized products, including labeling solutions for PE, PET, HDPE and PP containers, visit www.mactac.com/simplysustainable.

For more information on the high-quality materials available from Mactac Performance Adhesives Group, call 800-255-9733, email mactac.americas@mactac.com or visit www.mactac.com/rolllabel.

By: Heidelberg

Kennesaw, Ga. February 12, 2025 – POLAR cutters continue to impress with their efficiency, durability, and high level of operator satisfaction. With a combined 83 years of service, two POLAR cutters in the Midwest have become symbols of the brand’s enduring legacy. Looking to build upon this reliability with advanced technology, Artisan Press in Sioux City, IA, and LKCS in Peru, IL, recently upgraded to new POLAR cutters from HEIDELBERG, resulting in significant gains in productivity and throughput.

Consistent Quality and Reliable Cutting at Artisan Press

Artisan Press, a full-service commercial printer based in Sioux City, IA, serves a diverse range of customers across the Midwestern United States, including manufacturing companies, medical facilities, and educational and financial institutions. To maintain the high level of service the company has provided its customers for over seventy years, Artisan Press recently installed a POLAR N 115 high-speed cutter from HEIDELBERG. The POLAR N 115 replaces an aging cutter from a competitive manufacturer and complements another POLAR cutter the company has relied upon since 1983.

“The cutter we had to replace was significantly newer than our older POLAR,” said Artisan’s Production Manager, Ray Goodvin. “It’s hard to believe that after forty years, our POLAR is still running great. We’re just amazed by the quality products that it continues to produce.”

Installed at the end of 2024, the new POLAR N 115 has made a significant impact on Artisan Press’s turnaround times and job completion costs thanks to its intuitive and operator-friendly interface and quick back gauge speed of 11.81 in/sec. According to Goodvin, “The new POLAR takes everything we loved about our old cutter and makes it even better – faster, more efficient, and incredibly reliable.”

A long time HEIDELBERG user, Artisan Press is equipped with a variety of HEIDELBERG offset presses, Prinect workflow, and a new Suprasetter A75 that was installed last year. The company remains impressed by the exceptional service HEIDELBERG provides – from equipment removal to installation to quick and simple training – all with “no headaches.”

Over the years, Artisan Press consistently evaluates its equipment and invests in new technologies to ensure it always meets its customers’ high standards. Following the outstanding experience with its new POLAR, Goodvin said, “we won’t hesitate to turn to HEIDELBERG for future upgrades across our production arsenal.”

Exceptional Product, Exceptional Training at LKCS

Unlike traditional commercial printers, LKCS is a one-stop shop for financial service companies, offering a wide range of services all under one roof. Based in Peru, IL, the company handles programming, hosting, design, printing, and mailing for clients across nearly all fifty states, with a focus on over 700 financial institutions. Jeff Sobkowiak, Vice President of Production at LKCS, explained, “While we specialize in financial institutions, our motto, ‘We Do That,’ reflects our ability to deliver a wide range of products for any company in the marketing sector with unmatched service and response time.”

Founded in 1961, LKCS is currently ranked #1 amongst its competitors for customer satisfaction. To maintain this competitive edge, the third-generation family-owned company recently upgraded from a 1985 POLAR cutter to a new POLAR N 78 PLUS. “Efficiency, durability, longevity, and operator satisfaction are the key reasons POLAR cutters help us deliver exceptional service and drive steady sales and profit growth, even in a competitive, challenging market,” said Sobkowiak.

LKCS’s new cutter, installed at the end of 2024, features POLAR OptiKnife, which streamlines blade changes, making them faster and more efficient. Additionally, operators benefit from incredibly quick makereadies thanks to the intuitive cutting programming, allowing them to easily store and recall cutting sequences. These advanced features have reduced the time needed for both processes by half.

According to Sobkowiak, “The touchscreen display and user-friendly programming have made setup faster and more accurate. Training new employees is now easier, allowing them to become productive and profitable in a much shorter time.”

Flawless installation and training from HEIDELBERG also played a pivotal role in LKCS’s quick success with its new POLAR. “Our trainer, Kris Novak, was exceptional,” said Sobkowiak, “It is because of people like him that we will look to HEIDELBERG in the future for additional equipment.”

Having purchased several presses and cutters from HEIDELBERG over the years, he added, “There is a reason we are a return customer, and that’s because we believe in HEIDELBERG and its products, end of story.”

About Artisan Press

Artisan Press is a commercial printing company offering a wide range of services in an extensive service area. Its customers include manufacturing companies, medical facilities, educational and financial institutions, and many local businesses. Extending its excellent customer service to all customers, large or small, Artisan continues to evaluate its equipment and invest in new technologies, which allows it to provide the quality products that its customers demand.

About LKCS

Letterkraft Printers (LK), was one of the first true offset printing companies in Central Illinois. Within a few years of inception, Creative Services (CS) was started as the company’s direct mail and statement processing division. Today, LKCS provides a complete array of omni-channel marketing services for financial institutions and other clients nationwide. LKCS remains on the forefront of technology, constantly introducing new solutions to give our clients the tools they need to succeed.

About HEIDELBERG:

Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is a leading technology company that has been standing for innovation, quality and reliability in mechanical engineering worldwide for 175 years. With a clear focus on growth, HEIDELBERG as a total solution provider is driving further development in the core areas of packaging and digital printing, software solutions and the lifecycle business with service and consumables so that customers can achieve maximum productivity and efficiency.

The company is also focusing on expanding into new business areas such as high-precision plant engineering with integrated control, automation technology and robotics as well as the growing green technologies. With a strong international presence in approximately 170 countries, the creative power and expertise of its around 9,500 employees, its own production facilities in Europe, China and the USA and one of the largest global sales and service networks, the company is well-positioned for future growth.

www.heidelberg.com

By: Mondi

• Mondi and Proquimia have collaborated to create paper-based stand-up pouches for dishwasher tabs, replacing the previous plastic solution.

• Made with Mondi’s re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper 95/5, the new solution has significantly lower CO₂ emissions than the previous plastic-based solution.

• Mondi’s re/cycle StandUpPouch has been successfully launched in retail across Spain and Portugal, being designed to meet the local recyclability requirements.

12 February 2025 – Mondi, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, has collaborated with Proquimia to launch paper-based stand-up pouches for dishwashing tabs in Spain and Portugal. Mondi’s internal product impact assessment indicates that the new solution has significantly lower CO2 emissions from cradle to gate compared with the previous plastic solution[1].

The flexible stand-up pouches contain 20 water soluble dishwashing tabs. Created using Mondi’s re/cycle FunctionalBarrier Paper 95/5, the new solution is a paper-based alternative to replace the previously used plastic solution.

The pack can be easily opened and closed using a zipper across the top and each pouch holds the tabs securely, while easily standing upright and providing excellent printing properties – meaning the final result is an attractive packaging that communicates the brand and product information well on shelf.

As part of Mondi’s re/cycle portfolio, the paper-based pouches are designed to meet the recyclability requirements for Spain and Portugal. The entire packaging solution, including the zipper, contains more than 85% paper share, meaning the packaging can be conveniently disposed of by the end consumer in the paper recycling streams across both countries.

The paper-based re/cycle StandUpPouch is manufactured in-house at Mondi: first the kraft paper is made from responsibly sourced fibres, then it’s coated to provide the barrier properties needed to protect the tabs inside, and finally it’s printed, slit and converted to the final pouch, ready for filling and sealing.

Mondi and Proquimia collaborated closely to develop this innovative solution, helping both companies continue to move towards their own sustainability goals. As Alessandro D’Agostino, Business Development Manager for Home & Personal Care at Mondi says: “Consumers across Europe are switching to household brands that have adopted a more sustainable packaging solution. By closely collaborating with our customers, we aim to balance resource efficiency with the lowest possible environmental impact, meeting the demands of our customers and their end-consumers alike. In line with our MAP2030 commitments, Mondi is actively working towards creating packaging solutions that keep valuable raw materials in circulation.”

Cristina Arola Vilella, Packaging Manager at Proquimia, says: “The long-term aim is to introduce recyclable packaging throughout our entire portfolio and Mondi is the ideal partner to help us do this, while maintaining the high standards of quality that our customers and end users expect. This collaboration strengthens Proquimia’s commitment to sustainability, a value we have upheld since our beginning: we’re really looking forward to developing our working relationship with Mondi.”