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August 9th, 2023 Newsletter
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GBIG NEWS | 84 Stories and Links on the Internet 08/09/2023
GBIG News
Get links to the latest news, events, stories, and interviews from our 5P news sponsors. Our goal is to remind the decision-makers in Wisconsin of the importance of our industry both historically, and more importantly, into the future.
Read the latest 84 Stories and Links on the Internet below.
Featured Stories
- What happened when China joined WTO..it killed USA Manufacturing
- Billerud Board of Directors announces that CEO Michalski is leaving
- Green Bay Packers donate trees to Brown County
- Fitesa Nonwovens, a hidden gem with a plant in Ashwaubenon with 23 plants in 13 countries.
- Is paper packaging really more sustainable than plastic
- Mike Gallagher: Select committee on the CCP grave risks of doing business. Take off The Golden Blindfolds.
- Sure Controls: Pioneer Metal Finishing Case Study
- UW Madison develops unique twist could expand spintronic memory devices
- UW Madison showcases statewide and local impact in latest reports.
- Green Bay Packaging paper mill first certified net zero water use.
- Video: Non-timber forest products a must view.
- Milwaukee based company rolls out 100% recycled plastic mailer bags
- Panel highlights pushback on Fox River cleanup project
- epac names Virag Patel as CEO
- Sustana Fiber combining with Hanna Paper a leading high grade paper recovery company
Events
- A Night At The Museum- The Future Of Manufacturing
- The Printing, Packaging and Converting Expo will be on September 28th at the Radisson Hotel with plenty of space for Exhibitors and Attendees.
- Great Lakes Logging & Heavy Equipment Expo in Escanaba, MI
- Women in 5P Industries Presents Women’s Leadership Series with Susan Stansbury: Evolution not Revolution
- The 5P SHOWCASE on Sept. 28th will be at the held at the expanded Radisson Hotel & Conference Center with over 75 Exhibitors in Green Bay
- Hygienix: The Premier Event for Absorbent Hygiene & Personal Care Markets
- Winning with Wisconsin’s workforce events highlight new ways for Workforce Participation
- Sure Controls Technology begins at 11:00 a.m.
Wisconsin
- Foxconn – China: It has been estimated that more than a billion dollars of taxpayer money has gone toward the deal!
- Sheboygan recognizes partnership with UW Madison. Kohler donates $8.5 million to UW Madison Engineering.
- Wausau Coated Products Announces second annual wcp label awards
- Quad unveils Milwaukee hub talent sourcing skills training community engagement
- Wisconsin teenager killed in a sawmill accident
- Tammy Baldwin wants more more scrutiny on who who buys American farmland.
- Wisconsin reaches record lows for unemployment
- Sustainability legislation drives packaging innovation for recycling
- Schumann Printers celebrates 60 years in Business
Education
- UW Platteville names Tammy Evetovich as Chancellor
- UW Madison Engineering: Japan and US Frontiers in Engineering
- UW Madison Engineering materials research center funded 18 million for advanced materials
- UW Stevens Point Says goodbye to the beloved campus library
- UW Platteville named 2023 US Department education Green ribbon school
- UW-MADISON proposed new Engineering Building. Engineering for the Future.
- UW Green Bay Freshwater
- School funding gets a huge boost from Evers with bipartisan support
- Michigan Technological University names Audra Morse interim Dean of Engineering
China
- Worries of Chinese war preparation results in huge deforestation
- Who’s behind Canada’s new pulp and paper industry Powerhouse? All fingers point to China!
- China threat is even more dangerous to our kids than tik tok
- China’s soured milk and its impact on dairy farmers decoupling from.the USA
- Despite billions tied to clean supply chain China’s Cofco still turns to deforesters
- Blinking warns problematic behavior and corruption from China
Paper Excellence
- Domtar investing $51 million into Hawesville KY mill modernization
- Parliamentary committee to investigate B.C. forestry giant Paper Excellence
- Riding Association calls for government to investigate Paper Excellence operation ties to Asian Pulp and Paper.
- Paper Excellence owner could face parliamentary summons in Canada
- Paper Excellence Discusses Canada’s Pulp Mill Buying Spree
- Northern Pulp owned by Paper Excellence singles legal action against N.S. government over mull closure to exceel over $450 million
Paper
- Functional coating market to reach $8.6 billion as paper companies look to new value added services
- Chicago begins curbside collection of paper cups
- Ahlstrom Cristal transparent paper for Sustainable Alternative.
- Total Printing and Writing Papers down 24% IN June
- Madison ceremony marks return of manufacturing and jobs to a former papermill.
- Kimberly-Clark profits from 77%
- UPM Blandin on strike affecting magazine and catalog printers
Sponsor
- Miron builds high energy culture
- Wikoff – The Gold Standard
- First Business Bank named number 5 best bank
- Rocket Industrial: How to choose the right packaging material
- Midland nominated top case study presentation inkjet summit 2023
- Shemesh Automation filling machines
- Label King adds capacity with Vetaphone Corona treaters
- Anderson-Vreeland pre-press solutions for narrow web printers
- Oshkosh Converting poly bags and poly mailers
Benefits of a Pneumatic Conveyance System
With the right tools in place, warehouses can operate with optimal productivity and efficiency while ensuring the safety of employees. By utilizing Precision Airconvey technology, warehouses can streamline the process of removing production waste from the press and conveying it to the compactor. Not only does this make the workplace safer, but it also increases productivity exponentially.
These engineered pneumatic systems are suitable for a range of industries, including converting, paper, print, label, and battery production, where waste removal is a critical part of the production process. Unlike manual methods, PAC’s hands-free, continuously running systems incorporate advanced technology to whisk away trim, matrix, and other types of production waste. And because the production presses/machinery can continue to run during the waste removal process, production output is significantly improved.
Implementing a PAC system in your facility can yield significant benefits such as a reduction in manual operations, decreased operational costs, optimization of the flow of goods, and other benefits such as:
- A safer workplace environment, potentially saving your staff from injuries and you from costly litigation. A recent survey identified overexertion as the most disabling workplace accident in the United States in 2021, followed by falls and being struck by objects. With a PAC system, employees can avoid having to lift and move heavy items, thus reducing the risk of injury.
- Boosted employee satisfaction. Labor-intensive and repetitive tasks, such as lifting heavy items, can cause frustration, low morale, and a loss of motivation among employees. By automating such tasks, employees can focus on more meaningful work, which can help reduce their stress levels and improve overall job satisfaction.
- Increased productivity and efficiency in your facility. With the freedom afforded by a PAC system, employees can work more efficiently and effectively, freeing up time for other tasks.
- Financial savings. PAC guarantees a 12-month return on investment for its engineered systems, but many clients realize returns much sooner. Our ROIs are measured in months, not years, ensuring that you see significant financial benefits from your investment in a PAC system.
At PAC, we take pneumatic conveying systems to the next level using industry expertise and precise engineering. Our solutions boost accuracy and productivity, improve employee safety and reduce space requirements.
Learn more at: www.PrecisionAirConvey.com
For additional information, contact Eric Keebler at EKeebler@AirConvey.com or 314-226-8298
Calling All Industry Leaders: Attend a Kick-off of the Children’s Museum Industrial Exhibit
The Children’s Museum of Green Bay, is looking for corporate sponsorships in their expansion of their exhibits. The new proposed exhibit would feature Green Bay’s thriving industrial sector, the pulp, paper, packaging, print, & plastic industries; the pillars of our community.
It’s crucial that we educate the youngest members of our community, in a fun and interactive way, about the significant role these industries play in shaping our lives.
Women in the 5P and Green Bay Innovation Group will host a kick-off event, “A Night at the Museum: The Future of Manufacturing,” at the Children’s Museum, 1230 Bay Beach Road, at 5:00 pm Thursday, Sept. 21. Refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served. Registration is on the GBIG event page or follow the link below.
A Night At the Museum : The Future of: Thu, Sep 21, 2023 (eventgroove.com)
Please contact Heather Heil for more information regarding this sponsorship opportunity. hheil@gbchildrensmuseum.org | (920) 432-4397
Tossing for Inclusion: Bag Toss with a Twist – Presented By GBIG
Grab a friend and join us at our inaugural Tossing for Inclusion bag toss fundraising event on August 17 at GameDay Sports Bar in Appleton.
This inclusive bag toss tournament fundraiser is designed to raise money to support our community programs, but more importantly, will offer teams of all skills and abilities the opportunity to compete against one another, as peers, in support of the cause.
Team registrations are $100/team and include lunch, drink tickets, and an event shirt for each player. Tournament is double elimination – two games are guaranteed.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:
Please register your team by July 30. You can register online through Eventbrite by clicking the button below or by filling out our team registration form and mailing it in or dropping it off at VPI, Inc. 2730 N Roemer Rd. Appleton, WI 54911 with your team entry fee.
Individuals of all ages, skills, and abilities are encouraged to participate!
By simply registering a team to compete, you are making a difference in your community.
Visit Precision AirConvey’s Booth at the 5P Showcase for a Chance to Win a 50″ Smart TV
Precision AirConvey, a leading provider of innovative trim and matrix conveying solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the September 26th Printing~Packing~Converting Showcase in Green Bay. As part of the event, Precision AirConvey invites attendees to visit their booth for a chance to win a state-of-the-art 50″ Smart TV.
Product Description: This cutting-edge Smart TV promises an immersive and unparalleled viewing experience and is equipped with 4K Ultra HD and High Dynamic Range, delivering stunning results that enhance your favorite TV shows, movies, sports and more. Dolby Vision boosts your viewing experience by delivering improved picture quality with detailed images. An LED backlit LCD screen surpasses your expectations for an enjoyable movie night. Made for the ultimate entertainment experience, versatile connection options give you the ability to upgrade your home theater to the best of its potential.
To participate for a chance to win this incredible 50″ Smart TV, be sure to visit the Precision AirConvey booth at the Printing~Packing~Converting Showcase. Our knowledgeable team will be available to showcase our latest trim and matrix conveying solutions and discuss how they can benefit your business operations.
“We are thrilled to offer attendees the opportunity to win a 50″ TV at our booth,” said Eric Keebler, Regional Manager at Precision AirConvey, “It’s our way of expressing gratitude to our valued customers and the industry for their continued support. We look forward to welcoming everyone to our booth and showcasing our innovative products.”
Join Precision AirConvey at the Printing~Packing~Converting Showcase on September 26 at the Radisson Conference Center in Green Bay. Visit the Precision AirConvey booth for your opportunity to experience the latest in trim and waste conveying solutions and enter the giveaway.
About Precision AirConvey: Precision AirConvey is a leading provider of innovative trim and matrix conveying solutions designed to streamline material handling processes and improve operational efficiency. With over 50 years of industry expertise, Precision AirConvey serves a wide range of sectors, including label and narrow web, converting and wide web, film and sheet, mail insertion, printing, paper and paperboard and non-woven. Our cutting-edge solutions are engineered to optimize performance, reduce downtime, and enhance overall productivity.
5P Showcase: August Update
News Release: August 2023 Update on our Guest Speaker and a Panel of 3 Speakers on Innovation.
- Sam Schlaich Council of Government Affairs at the Flexible Packaging Association.
- Rodney Pennings Sales Director Paper Converting Machine Corporation.
- Dr. Rebecca Mick, Amcor Innostream Program Manager
- Dean F. Benjamin Director of Product Development Pixelle Specialty Solutions
On September 26, learn about the businesses that set the region apart for its manufacturing strengths. From printers to paper, plastics, and roll goods converters, this Showcase event expands in its second year. Hosted by Green Bay Innovation Group (GBIG), the full day takes place at Green Bay’s Radisson Hotel & Conference Center.
Rodney Pennings is the sales director for the printing, coating, and laminating division of Paper Converting Machine Company. He has a Master’s of Science degree in engineering and more than 27 years of industry experience. Rodney has held roles at PCMC in engineering, operations leadership, and commercial leadership, all primarily focused on the printing industry. In his current role, Rodney is responsible for global sales of printing presses (central impression and inline), digital printing solutions, and laser anilox roll cleaners.
Sam Schlaich is a government affairs professional with over 10 years of experience in both the private and governmental sectors. He is currently Counsel, Government Affiars at the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), the association representing U.S. converters of film, foil, paper, and other materials into packages for food, medical device, and industrial products. Prior to joining the FPA in 2021, he served as an analyst in the Office of Governor Larry Hogan.
Other employment experience includes the Maryland Chamber of Commerce, the Maryland General Assembly, and multiple political campaigns. Sam has his BA in Political Science from Salisbury University and his JD from the University of Baltimore School of Law.
Dr. Rebecca Mick, Amcor Innostream Program Manager will represent Amcor on our Panel Discussion on Innovation at the 5P Showcase on September 26, 2023, starting at 1:30 p.m.
Rebecca Mick, PhD combines her passion for polymers and the environment as the Technical Sustainability Lead in the global Core R&D group at Amcor. She applies her technical expertise to the entire sustainable package lifecycle: from pellet to package. Rebecca is currently leading Amcor’s flexible R&D sustainability program, helping to leverage Amcor’s sustainability developments around the world. She looks forward to educating customers about these efforts and the ever changing recycling landscape. Rebecca has a PhD Chemical Engineering specializing in polymer rheology from the Illinois Institute of Technology.
Dean Benjamin received a B.S. degree in Paper Science and Engineering from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point and then went on to earn a Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Minnesota. While at Minnesota, he studied computational and experimental fluid mechanics of the roll coating process under Professor L.E. Scriven.
Upon graduation, Dean joined Avery Dennison as a Research Engineer at the Avery Research Center in Pasadena, CA where he led projects to develop coating processes for the production of pressure sensitive labels and tapes.
Dean then joined Consolidated Papers, Inc. as a Senior Research Engineer at their R&D facility in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. His research focused on developing new coating and finishing equipment and he eventually became the manager of the Coater Research & Engineering Department. He also worked in the areas of coating color preparation, paper finishing technology, high-speed coaters, fountain applications, corrosion engineering, kraft chemical recovery systems and product development. Dean then became the manager of the Product Development – Publication Papers where he worked on a variety of product developments including high bulk paper, alternative finish paper and high brightness, carbonate based paper coatings, and later was appointed as Director of Research for NewPage. Dean then served as the Director of Product Development for Verso Corporation and is now the Director of Product Development for Pixelle Specialty Solutions.
“This expo features companies with industry updates in several categories and provides outstanding networking opportunities,” says Marty Ochs of GBIG. “We live at the center of innovation, technology, and production capabilities. We have planned for a larger expo and visitor attendance this year.” Aspects include:
- Paper, pulp, and related producers where Wisconsin still dominates.
- Packaging and printing on substrates including paper, film, and nonwovens materials.
- Providers of analytic data services and equipment where growth continues.
- Technologies to increase volumes on production lines in converting and packaging.
- Suppliers who assist with branding strategies, marketing, and promotions.
- Testing companies who assist in meeting quality and processing specifications.
- Breakthroughs in digital, 3D Printing, and flexographic printing for packaging.
- Innovation in the nonwovens industry with fabrics that wipe and filter viruses/Covid.
“We plan to spotlight exceptional exhibitors as they come back this September, and we’re offering a forum for new companies coming on board,” says Susan Stansbury co-host. “You can find these companies at national shows, but they appreciate showing off their wares in their home territory. This area is ‘the converting corridor.’”
Notes Marty Ochs, “Over the next couple of months, we will be reporting on a cross-section of exhibitors and plans, including a keynote speaker from the Flexible Packaging Association. In addition, a panel of other speakers on innovation is on board.”
The location at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center represents an expanded space for exhibitors. The cost to attend for the day is $50.00 including lunch and refreshments. The Expo Hall will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. followed by networking until 6:00 p.m.
Look for more news to come.
Interested attendees can sign up at: www.GreenBayInnovationGroup.com and go to EVENTS to register.
To exhibit, call or email: Marty Ochs, GBIG, 608.698.3333 martinpochs@gmail.com
Susan Stansbury, Industry Consultant, 920.265.6407 SusanRStansbury@gmail.com
This event is hosted by Green Bay Innovation Group, providing news and platforms
for paper, packaging, printing, plastics and converting industries.
Sure Controls’ Pioneer Metal Finishing Case Study
Pioneer Metal Finishing needed to replace its existing, non-functional temperature control system. They also wanted to add a visualization of the measured value, hi/low-temperature alarms, and a 24-hour trend chart. They wanted a web publishing tool for visualization from a PC or cellphone over the plant network.
Fiberglass Solutions: Acquisition of Performance Insulation
Ben and Amy Bertram recently acquired Performance Insulation of Wisconsin, LLC. Ben and Amy are also Owners of Fiberglass Solutions LLC located at 995 Waube Lane, Green Bay, Wisconsin. The deal was finalized in early January of 2023, and the Bertram’s are in the process of transitioning Performance into their existing facility in Ashwaubenon. The business will allow the Bertram’s to provide additional services to their existing client base, while focusing on growth within the Upper Midwest with existing clients.
Performance Insulation of Wisconsin LLC has been a leader in the commercial mechanical and plumbing insulation market since its beginning in 2000. Performance Insulation specializes in pipe, duct and tank insulation services that provide its customers with energy savings, temperature retention, process control, condensation control, noise reduction and protection of personnel. Performance Insulation is located in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and services the entire State of Wisconsin and into the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
The Wrightstown Walk
The Village of Wrightstown is a growing and prosperous community with a population of 3,308 located between Green Bay and Appleton on the Fox River. As you enter the city, you witness tremendous growth with new housing and industrial buildings! Wrightstown has a major presence in the 5P and Converting Industries with companies like Retroflex, Inc., Print Pro, Inc. and ProAmpac involved in the printing industries focused on flexible packaging. The companies are leaders in the industry servicing customers nationwide.
Governor Tony Evers along with the Wisconsin DOT announced grants in the Village of Wrightstown to allow rail spurs to be built at Alliance Plastic, Inc. and Drexel Building Supply, LLC and will add more than 120 manufacturing jobs. New rail spurs will facility economic development and provide important connections to markets across the nation as well as Canada. In addition, Wrightstown is adding a new massive new industrial building to support its growth in manufacturing.
- Retro Flex
Affinity
Print Pro
Pro Ampac
Zeta Engineering
