Large or heavy roll suspension packages may face unusual stress when shipped long-distance or overseas.

Preview three of the biggest shows in the flexible packaging industry, coming up in September.

Matrix Packaging Machinery now distributes a new option for 1.4 and 1.7 FLtecnics horizontal form-fill-seal pouch machines that form top or corner spout pouches from the same applicator and are rated at up to 85 pouches per minute.

A standard line of shaft collars and couplings for building and maintaining all types of converting equipment is available from Stafford Manufacturing Corp.

Demographic changes, active lifestyles and a continuing trend toward sustainability are spurring development of innovative flexible packaging solutions that offer consumer goods manufacturers marketing opportunities in key sectors.

According to a report from Mesirow Financial Investment Banking, 2014 was the biggest year of mergers and acquisitions in the packaging industry this side of the great recession – reaching a post-recession high of $29.9 billion.

Inteplast Group’s AmTopp Division is ramping up production of its LoadStar stretch films, including its LoadStar pre-stretched hand stretch film.

With the breadth of films available for flexible packaging, printers and converters are reaching new heights in both printing quality and capabilities.

Print shops and other imaging professionals looking for a one-step backlit inkjet film with a glossy finish now have an ideal product for their backlit needs: Kodak Universal Backlit Film, Glossy / 8 mil.