APR Design® Announces Two-Day Training and Tours Program
APR Design®, Washington, D.C., international non-profit and North American organization focused exclusively on improving recycling for plastics, announced its two-day interactive training and tour program, October 8-9, 2024. Both days start with classroom learning, covering what it means to be recyclable, how packaging makes it through the full North American recycling system, recommendations and watchouts for design, as well as recycling policy and economics updates. In the afternoons, see recycling in action and put the classroom learning to the test with field trips touring a materials recovery facility (MRF) on day one and a plastics recycler on day two. Ultimately, this program develops expertise and insights that attendees can then bring back to their companies and leverage to lead better packaging design. For more information, visit www.plasticsrecycling.org.
GPE Introduces New Product and New Point of Contact for Industrial Applications
PE Ardenghi, Treviglio, Italy, has introduced the GPE / 24-UV/LED for 360o screen printing of small cylindrical objects such as syringe barrels and cosmetics tubes. The system features a hopper/elevator, automatic loading and orientation part cleaning, pretreatment, printing of up to three colors, UV/LED curing, vision inspection and good/ bad part separation. Additionally, GPE Ardenghi introduces John Kaverman as their main point of contact for industrial applications in North America. Kaverman, a regular contributor to this magazine, has over 35 years of technical experience within the plastics decorating industry. For more information, visit www.gpeardenghi.it.
INX University Expands Online Curriculum
INX International Ink Co., Schaumburg, Illinois, has added three new training courses to INX University’s curriculum, the free online graphic arts eLearning resource exclusively for INX customers. Since it was implemented nearly 10 years ago, INX University has proven to be the go-to source for ink-related and color management training education. Renee Schouten, vice president of marketing for INX, said the three new water-based ink training courses – Water Ink 101, Process Inks and What is Color? – are entry-level sessions that set the stage for future professional development. For more information, visit www.inxinternational.com.
Registration Opens for
Labelexpo Americas
Labelexpo Global Series has announced that registration is now open for Labelexpo Americas 2024, the only dedicated event in the region for the labels and package printing industry. The show takes place between September 10-12 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Hundreds of live demonstrations of flexo presses along with digital technology and finishing equipment will be on display. Labelexpo Americas 2024 also will feature a one-day conference program, expanded networking opportunities and two educational workshops and a master class, all aimed at the latest trends impacting the label and package printing industry. For more information, visit www.labelexpo-americas.com.
LEONHARD KURZ Presents Sustainability Report 2023
LEONHARD KURZ, Fürth, Germany, has released its Sustainability Report 2023. In the more than 100-page report, the specialist in thin-film and finishing technology outlines its key areas of focus in domains such as the value chain, environmental protection and labor and human rights. In its Sustainability Report 2023, the Group describes and documents its commitment to sustainability. All the company’s activities that contribute to its sustainability strategy are grouped under the tagline ‘Be a green leader.’ This message highlights, on the one hand, the importance of responsible business practices for people and the environment, and on the other hand, it extends an offer to all of the company’s customers. For more information, visit www.kurz-world.com.
PLASTICS Announces Future Dates for NPE
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), located in Washington, DC, has announced the upcoming dates for three subsequent show cycles of the global tradeshow for innovations in plastics. NPE2027, NPE2030 and NPE2033 all will be held in May of their respective years at the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) in Orlando, Florida. PLASTICS invites NPE2024 attendees and those who plan to attend in the future to save the following dates for upcoming shows: NPE2027: May 3-7, 2027; NPE2030: May 6-10, 2030; and NPE2033: May 2-6, 2033. For more information, visit www.npe.org.
RecyClass Paves the Way for Plastic Recyclability in Electrical, Electronic and Automotive Sectors
RecyClass, Brussels, Belgium, a non-profit, cross-industry initiative that advances plastic products recyclability, extended its scope to encompass plastic components used in electrical, electronic and automotive applications, following the implementation of its Design for Recycling Guidelines and Recyclability Evaluation Protocols for the packaging industry. Anticipating upcoming European regulations on the recyclability of plastics in electrical and electronic products and vehicles, RecyClass demonstrated proactive leadership by staying ahead of these changes. RecyClass calls upon stakeholders from across the value chain to participate in the initiative. Companies within the electrical, electronic and automotive sectors eager to actively contribute to plastic circularity and drive positive changes are encouraged to reach out to the RecyClass team2. For more information, visit www.recyclass.eu.
New Faces
Josh McNaughton
LogoJET, Lafayette, Louisiana, a global provider of industrial inkjet printing equipment, announced the appointment of Josh McNaughton as the new manager of Technical Services and Product. McNaughton brings over two decades of industry experience, enhancing LogoJET’s commitment to delivering top-tier products and exceptional customer service. McNaughton joins LogoJET from Xante, where he held various leadership roles, including vice president of Product Support and Technical Services.Matt Medford
Inkcups, Danvers, Massachusetts, a global printing supplier and manufacturer, announced the appointment of Matt Medford as the company’s new vice president of Engineering. He takes over from Mark Barrett, who retires in June. Medford brings experience in electromechanical design, development and analysis to this vital role.
