Steve Witmer

Do you know how many packaging EPR laws there are in the U.S? As Meyers continues to be at the forefront of sustainability, our team had the opportunity to attend a very informative lunch and learn today hosted by Case Paper. Many interesting topics discussed including how many EPR laws are either already in place, close to be implemented, or in discussion in the U.S. 6 states with bills already passed, 14 states with proposed bills, and 4 states having discussions about potential bills. 24 states so almost half!!!! Meyers has the team in place that can help companies and brands gain a better understanding of EPR and work with them so their packaging can meet the requirements. In the meantime, here is an article from Packaging World that provides some further information and insight. https://lnkd.in/g3YUWQhY

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Don't miss out! Inland Packaging is partnering with Adept Group on "Sustainability Considerations in Labeling" webinar. This will focus on the importance of sustainability in labeling. Secure your spot today by following this link...https://lnkd.in/df37bWqF and message me with any questions! #webinar #Inland #labels #packaging #sustainability

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Taking meaningful sustainability actions can be challenging. My in-house team works alongside businesses to take significant steps toward ambitious sustainability goals like these: ♻ Meeting qualifications for recognizable recycling certifications. 📌 Advising on how to design for recyclability. 🧪 Testing and trialing new packaging before production. 📘 Explaining the current sustainability landscape. 📏 Analyzing the life cycle of packaging. Meet some of the faces behind Sonoco’s global Sustainability team: https://lnkd.in/ewuCQHJ5 #BetterPackagingBetterLife #Sustainability  

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Learn more about PFAS and our path to PFAS-free cleaning products at Midlab.

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I’m proud to share about Sonoco’s continued sustainability efforts. We’re working to reach our ambitious sustainability goals through meaningful actions like these:   💡 We installed LED lighting solutions at our Jackson, TN plant. This investment reduced the plant's Scope 2 emissions by 4.5%.  🌱 We signed a virtual power purchase agreement (VPPA) with ENGIE North America that is estimated to equate to 36% of Sonoco’s annual global electricity consumption.   💧 We received incentives from the Cali, Colombia government to help finance construction of a wastewater treatment plant that will enable our paper mill facility to reuse approximately 25% of this facility’s water usage.  ⚡ We supplied approximately 3,502 MWh of energy to the local municipality in Dezhou, China during 2023.  ♻ We replaced a roll-off compactor collection program with a new baler for old, corrugated boxes in DeForest, WI. We saw 67,800 lbs. of recycled and reused material due to this new program.   Learn more in our Corporate Sustainability Report: https://lnkd.in/eKyPyWsU   #BetterPackagingBetterLife #Sustainability  

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SupplyBox.com is the only ecommerce tool created by packaging experts for your business’s packaging supply needs! Available for delivery throughout the United States, the packaging and business supplies found on SupplyBox are curated by Associated Packaging, Inc. experts, who have over 40 years of experience working with customers to identify and solve their packaging needs. SupplyBox customers can not only rely on seeing brands they know and trust on SupplyBox, but customers can also benefit from: Smart Search: SupplyBox utilizes intuitive, comprehensive search using the packaging terminology you know to find the product your business needs fast. Business – First Approach: It’s easy to make a business account which can allow for useful team functionality with different buying permissions. Superior Customer Service: We offer both an online chat (directly with a customer support specialist, not a bot!) and a dedicated email/phone line to assure you get the assistance you need. Reach out to learn more about how we can build a tailored program specific to your business! Click the link below to visit SupplyBox to learn more. https://buff.ly/3TiytMa #SupplyBox #AssociatedPackaging #EcommerceTool #PackagingSupplyNeeds #SuperiorCustomerService

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SupplyBox.com is the only ecommerce tool created by packaging experts for your business’s packaging supply needs! Available for delivery throughout the United States, the packaging and business supplies found on SupplyBox are curated by Associated Packaging, Inc. experts, who have over 40 years of experience working with customers to identify and solve their packaging needs. SupplyBox customers can not only rely on seeing brands they know and trust on SupplyBox, but customers can also benefit from: Smart Search: SupplyBox utilizes intuitive, comprehensive search using the packaging terminology you know to find the product your business needs fast. Business – First Approach: It’s easy to make a business account which can allow for useful team functionality with different buying permissions. Superior Customer Service: We offer both an online chat (directly with a customer support specialist, not a bot!) and a dedicated email/phone line to assure you get the assistance you need. Reach out to learn more about how we can build a tailored program specific to your business! Click the link below to visit SupplyBox to learn more. https://buff.ly/3TiytMa #SupplyBox #AssociatedPackaging #EcommerceTool #PackagingSupplyNeeds #SuperiorCustomerService

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Introduction to BetterCans, LLC BetterCans, LLC was formed to support the Metal Packaging Industry maximize its profits, we analyze and resolve complex issues on the canmaking line thru process improvement initiatives and implementation of best in class manufacturing practices. Need to know more about BetterCans, LLC? Send us an email at BetterCansConsulting@outlook.com #BetterCans #canmaking #consultingfirm #canmaker #metalpackaging #beveragepackaging #aluminum #cans #traininganddevelopment #ends

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To garner attention when launching a new product or building brand value, nothing works better than foil with embossing on the envelope! A study performed by The Sonoco Institute of Packaging and Design at Clemson University released some mind-blowing results on the effects of adding foil to packaging. The study, in a nut shell, added foil to the packaging on a made-up brand of coffee and tested it against well-known brands: 🤯 The unknown brand’s packaging, with gold foil, attracted attention 2.5x faster than other well-known brands’ packaging! 😲 This led to shoppers purchasing this unknown brand over other well-established ones. 🤩 More than 46% of participants in the study perceived products in packages with specialty print, like foil, to be of higher quality. You can see the full study here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-kGk2Ys #hotfoil #foiling #foilstamping #foil #embossing #emboss #MicroEmbossing #embellishment #haptics #envelopes #litho #largevolume #parklanddirect #parkland #envelopesthatgetopened #directmailworks #directmail #directmailmarketing #print #printing #printmarketing #marketing #getopened #getresults #standout #mailboxappeal

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The cold chain packaging industry is experiencing several key trends in 2024 that are shaping its future. Over the next 6 days, I will share some of the issues we are all facing and provide some additional sources for information. Sustainability There is a strong emphasis on sustainable practices and reducing the carbon footprint of cold chain packaging. This includes the development of reusable and recyclable packaging solutions to meet increasing regulatory demands and consumer expectations. Companies are focusing on lowering Scope 3 emissions, which can account for a significant portion of total emissions in the supply chain​ as evidenced in the studies below from #FoodLogistics and #ResearchMarket #coldchain #packaging #scope3emissions #carbonfootprint #recyclablepackaging https://lnkd.in/e254yBED

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Up 560% in one year, mixed paper prices rise in May as buyers seek shelter from OCC explosion, at $103 in US Mills upped their orders of mixed paper in May as one way to lessen pricing pressure on old corrugated containers (OCC) after the bulk grade’s year-over-year pricing rose 151%, or $62/ton, from May 2023 to May 2024. The national average for OCC at US mills was $103/ton at the start of this week. Mixed paper’s national average pricing also climbed significantly in the last year, by 560%, to $66/ton in May compared with a $10/ton US average one year ago – for a $56/ton increase in one year. https://lnkd.in/efAjhSpf

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Easy to talk about #paperpackaging in the #pnw, with stats like these. We know what to do with it and where it goes and without worrying about harmful micro traces of other materials.

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Automated systems can be complex and involve multiple equipment manufacturers and solution providers. At Associated Packaging, our Associated Integrated Solutions (AIS) team makes support easy during the life of your system by providing ONE source - ONE point of contact for the entire project! We bridge the gap between material handling systems and packaging applications. AIS provides packaging and materials handling professional expertise, and AIS’s “Systems Approach” means customers receive access to experts in software, automation hardware, control methodology, and benefit from local support. AIS has assisted many businesses to improve or engineer new, more efficient integration solutions via our Core Capabilities, Additional Consulting Services and/or our Individual Equipment Integration Services. AIS takes the “customer first” approach. No other competitor offers the same specialized business customer centric benefits. Leaders from industries such as food and beverage, distribution centers, apparel and textiles, automotive, electronics, furniture, pharmaceuticals and more rely on AIS for smart automation and systems integration designs.  Each project begins with the comprehensive evaluation of a company’s process needs, gaining a thorough understanding of the process involved and the objectives set. With each project objective in mind, we determine the best components and configurations for the objectives set. Using state-of-the-art CAD programs, we provide fully documented drawings and schematics with each project. Onsite start-up services ensure a successful and timely start-up. Need a total packaging solution? We also offer an in-depth line of packaging materials in conjunction with our equipment and integration solutions. As you evaluate your packaging processes, we invite you to reach out today to ask us how we can help you identify the most cost-effective material for your packaging challenge.   Click the link below to visit our website and learn more. https://buff.ly/3VfHdTc #AssociatedPackaging #AssociatedIntegratedSolutions #AIS #BridgingTheGap #AutomationIntegration

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This is the time of year to explore automatic control of ink viscosity and pH

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Nice article exploring how smart labels can not only ensure medication authenticity but also provide crucial drug information for patients. Smart labels have the potential to empower patients and lead to healthier outcomes. https://ow.ly/3Nse50S5JZU

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Curious about the impact of packaging on the US economy? Check out this insightful article to learn more!

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Leadership is not easy. It is necessary, though. SONOCO steps up, again.

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