Packaging

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions Opens Additional Facility in Mexico

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions, one of the largest manufacturing partners and mechanical solutions providers in North America, is expanding its footprint in Mexico.

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  • Cadrex Manufacturing Solutions, one of the largest manufacturing partners and mechanical solutions providers in North America, is expanding its footprint in Mexico.
  • This addition gives Cadrex 405,000 square feet of manufacturing space in Mexico.
  • About 800 employees work at the existing Cadrex Monterrey facility, and Cadrex leaders hope to add hundreds of new employees over the next few years in Mexico.
  • Cadrex acquired custom mechanical solutions provider Tenere in 2022; the company opened a site in Guadalupe in 2016 before moving the facility to its current space in Juarez in 2021.

RYAM and VERSO ENERGY Execute Memorandum of Understanding to Explore eSAF

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE:RYAM) and VERSO ENERGY have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore e-fuels and specifically e-SAF or Sustainable Aviation Fuel from renewable resources.

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  • Rayonier Advanced Materials Inc. (NYSE:RYAM) and VERSO ENERGY have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore e-fuels and specifically e-SAF or Sustainable Aviation Fuel from renewable resources.
  • The companies expect to qualify for grants from the French government to help fund the cost of this multi-year feasibility study.
  • “We are excited to be partnering with Verso Energy on this endeavor,” said De Lyle Bloomquist RYAM’s President and Chief Executive Officer.
  • “Combining the unique attributes of RYAM’s Tartas plant with VERSO ENERGY’s expertise in the development of renewable energy creates a great opportunity for the potential expansion of new sustainable fuels at the site.”
    Antoine Huard, CEO of VERSO ENERGY declares: “We are very proud to announce our agreement with RYAM.

RRD Selected by Albertsons Companies to Transform Promotional Marketing Ecosystem

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Monday, February 26, 2024

Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD), a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions, today announced that Albertsons Companies selected RRD to transform its promotional marketing ecosystem and grocery merchandising, expanding on the companies’ existing partnership.

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  • Donnelley & Sons Company (RRD), a leading global provider of marketing, packaging, print, and supply chain solutions, today announced that Albertsons Companies selected RRD to transform its promotional marketing ecosystem and grocery merchandising, expanding on the companies’ existing partnership.
  • To drive continued customer loyalty, Albertsons Cos. is reaching its audience beyond transactions through localized and omnichannel marketing efforts supported by RRD.
  • Leveraging a number of proprietary retail marketing technologies, RRD will enhance the velocity and execution of personalized promotions at scale to increase return on promotion and engaging Albertsons Cos. customers with high-quality content.
  • Layering in technology, processes, and automation, RRD creates circular pages, retail signage, as well as promotional, email, and social media content to empower localized and omnichannel marketing efforts.

Global Spirit Glass Packaging Industry Analysis and Forecasts Report, 2023 and 2024-2029: Escalating Emphasis on Sustainability and Advancements in Glass Packaging Technology Gaining Traction - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, February 23, 2024

The global spirit glass packaging market was valued at US$38.03 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$50.94 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of approx.

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  • The global spirit glass packaging market was valued at US$38.03 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach US$50.94 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of approx.
  • Packaging made especially for holding and transporting spirits, such as beer, vodka, gin, rum, and whiskey, is known as spirit glass packaging.
  • The most popular type of spirit packaging is glass bottles, which are available in a variety of sizes and forms.
  • The global spirit glass packaging market is highly competitive and is dominated by several key players, operating on a regional and global scale.

Vertical Cold Storage Expands Presence in DFW Market

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Vertical Cold Storage , a developer and operator of temperature-controlled distribution centers sponsored by real estate investment firm Platform Ventures , has purchased a new facility in Burleson, TX.

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  • Vertical Cold Storage , a developer and operator of temperature-controlled distribution centers sponsored by real estate investment firm Platform Ventures , has purchased a new facility in Burleson, TX.
  • Burleson is Vertical Cold’s second facility in the Dallas-Fort Worth market and will provide customers with the flexibility and additional capacity they need.
  • Burleson leverages our integrated IT platform, standard processes, automated material handling equipment, and AI technology to ensure safe and efficient operations for our customers and associates,” said West Hutchison, President and CEO of Vertical Cold Storage.
  • Vertical Cold will be implementing a new, efficient refrigeration system that will reduce energy consumption.

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Publishes 2023 Sustainability Report

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) today published its 2023 Sustainability Report , which outlines how the pure-play water company continues to advance its sustainability initiatives.

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  • Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation (NYSE: ZWS) today published its 2023 Sustainability Report , which outlines how the pure-play water company continues to advance its sustainability initiatives.
  • The Zurn Elkay 2023 Sustainability Report highlights progress against nearly two dozen existing timebound targets focused on improving supplier diversity, air emissions, waste reduction, plastic bottle elimination, greenhouse gas emissions, energy consumption, employee engagement and much more.
  • “Sustainability is inherently linked to our business, and no discussion of sustainability is complete without addressing how we will protect, conserve and manage clean water,” said Todd A. Adams, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Chairman and CEO.
  • To learn more about Zurn Elkay’s 2023 ESG efforts and ongoing strategy, review the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions 2023 Sustainability Report , as well as the company’s Sustainability website .

Danimer Scientific Announces Successful Expansion of Rinnovo® Demonstration Plant Capacity

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

When operated continuously, the expanded demonstration plant can produce 20 tonnes annually, which marks an approximate 20x scale up from the previous production capacity.

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  • When operated continuously, the expanded demonstration plant can produce 20 tonnes annually, which marks an approximate 20x scale up from the previous production capacity.
  • The demonstration plant also features enhanced controls and data collection that will support additional process condition testing and optimization of the commercial plant design.
  • Stephen E. Croskrey, Chief Executive Officer of Danimer, said, “We are thrilled to have the Rinnovo® demonstration plant expansion completed, allowing us to accelerate our efforts to gain offtake commitments for this exciting polymer platform.
  • Further, I would like to commend the entire Danimer team in Rochester for their efforts to bring the facility on line safely and within budget.”
    For more information on Danimer Scientific, visit www.DanimerScientific.com .

JBM Packaging Receives Organic Seeds Handling Certification

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

JBM Packaging , a provider of eco-friendly flexible packaging solutions and contract packaging services, announced it achieved Organic Seed Handling Certification from the Midwest Organic Services Association (MOSA).

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  • JBM Packaging , a provider of eco-friendly flexible packaging solutions and contract packaging services, announced it achieved Organic Seed Handling Certification from the Midwest Organic Services Association (MOSA).
  • The certification qualifies JBM to handle certified organic products and services, including storage, handling and labeling.
  • “This certification provides yet another connection back to our purpose offering better solutions to our customers,” said Jessica Black, Director of Sales, JBM Packaging.
  • “I’m so proud of our team, as they have tirelessly worked to bring our processes and systems up to the required standards to achieve organic certification,” said Martin Cozzi, Director of Manufacturing Support, JBM Packaging.

Digimarc Accelerates the Global Fight Against Plastic Pollution

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Digimarc accelerates the global fight against plastic pollution. Digimarc Recycle is now widely available and easily accessible to unlock plastic circularity worldwide -- available for license by qualified partners for less than $1 per capita per year. (Graphic: Business Wire)

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  • Digimarc Recycle represents a revolution in the sortation and recycling of plastic waste with the power to measurably advance the fight against plastic pollution, and this proven technology is now available for license by qualified partners for less than $1 per capita per year.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240222238789/en/
    Digimarc accelerates the global fight against plastic pollution.
  • Digimarc Recycle is now widely available and easily accessible to unlock plastic circularity worldwide -- available for license by qualified partners for less than $1 per capita per year.
  • “Digital watermarking is a powerful, proven, and incredibly affordable solution to the plastic pollution crisis, and it is available today.

Kawasaki Robotics partners with Olis Robotics to offer remote monitoring and control of its industrial robots

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

Olis Robotics , a leader in the remote error recovery for industrial robots, announces a new partnership with Kawasaki Robotics Inc. , a leading supplier of industrial robots and automation systems, to offer their customers the ability to restart production faster, reduce troubleshooting and downtime costs by up to 90%, and gain access to expert support quickly.

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  • Olis Robotics , a leader in the remote error recovery for industrial robots, announces a new partnership with Kawasaki Robotics Inc. , a leading supplier of industrial robots and automation systems, to offer their customers the ability to restart production faster, reduce troubleshooting and downtime costs by up to 90%, and gain access to expert support quickly.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240222231100/en/
    The Olis remote monitoring and error recovery solution is available with all Kawasaki robot models starting Q2, 2024.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Olis users connect directly to their robots through an on-premises device via a secure connection, avoiding the risks and complexities associated with cloud-based systems.
  • To ensure physical safety, Olis is designed to always obey the robot controller’s safety restrictions.