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IoPP Salary Survey closes this Friday
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Many respondents to this year's IoPP annual Salary Survey so far are saying they "intend to make more money" in 2014 than they did in 2013. Is this your expectation? Let us know if you expect to earn more — or less — in 2014 by participating in this year's Salary Survey. The 2014 survey addresses how today's economy impacts your career and how you feel your job has evolved (or not) during the past year; if you feel secure in your position; and if you're moving upward or backward. You should be able to participate in this year's survey quickly, but anticipate taking 5-10 minutes to complete. Please give us your input now — survey closes this Friday, Feb. 28.
Click here to participate in the IoPP Salary Survey.
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AmeriStar deadline right around the corner!
IoPP
Have you entered your best work into IoPP's AmeriStar Packaging Awards program yet? The AmeriStar awards program is considered North America's most prestigious packaging awards competition and commemorates the best packages of the year judged in 14 categories. Winning work will be recognized globally and ALL YEAR LONG via multiple platforms: Annual AmeriStar/Visionary Awards Reception at EastPack — this year June 10 in New York City; Trade Press recognition — in print and online; At www.iopp.org/AmeriStar; World Packaging Organisation WorldStar Competition eligibility; Social Media channels — Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook; Prominent winner display at all UBM Canon packaging trade shows during the year: EastPack, SouthPack, Westpack. Submission deadline is coming up fast — March 3!
For AmeriStar details, click here.
Upcoming IoPP Premium Webinar focused on package design for one-handed usage
IoPP
Use of handheld technology is permanently changing human behavior — consumers today spend 40 percent of their waking hours with one hand occupied. This important trend will have significant implications for consumer products as consumers attempt to open packages and use products with their one available hand, even though the product and package weren't designed for such usage. Consumer strategist Kelley Styring, Principal of InsightFarm, will share the results of her eye-opening study IoPP's next Premium Webinar Series presentation from 1-2 p.m. CST March 6, offering foresight into what the results mean and how packaging professionals can translate the findings into packaging that helps deliver sales.
For details and registration, click here.
IoPP partners with ITC, UCIMA for Italian Packaging Technology Awards
IoPP
IoPP is proud to announce a partnership with the Italian Trade Commission and the Italian Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Association to resume the Italian Packaging Technology Awards Program in 2014. The program is organized by ITC and UCIMA, in which in a junior, senior or graduate-level academic program can compete for the awards, which demonstrate their packaging expertise. The program culminates with the winning students receiving a complimentary study trip to Italy this summer.
For information, contact Barbara Dykes at 630-696-4010 or email bdykes@iopp.org.
Packaging Machinery: Basics seminar — final days to register
IoPP
IoPP's Packaging Machinery: Basics seminar is right around the corner, March 3-5 in suburban Chicago. We are taking final registrations now. Spanning just 2 1/2 days, this popular seminar is ideal for anyone who needs a broad introduction on how various packaging machines operate — whether your objective is to do a better job of selecting packaging materials that work best on various machines or you merely need to be able to "speak the language." The class also visits a machine shop to view and discuss different packaging machines. The seminar will be repeated Oct. 6-8 in suburban Chicago.
For course details and registration, click here.
IoPP to hold just one Fundamentals in-person course in 2014; reserve your seat!
IoPP
Lack a packaging degree but want to broaden your packaging knowledge? If you learn best through face-to-face instruction, IoPP's in-person Fundamentals of Packaging Technology course is for you. Register for the complete course or any of the four semesters individually. Completion of the course can lead to certification through IoPP. Register and receive a membership discount. You are urged to register early — although classes will be in June and July, these will be the only meeting of the face-to-face Fundamentals course in 2014.
For details and registration, click here.
ISTA's 2014 TransPack Forum at Disney's Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Orlando
IoPP
Taking place April 22-25, the TransPack Forum offers an opportunity for attendees to learn from the world-leading experts about the latest ideas and advancements in responsible transport packaging and the physical distribution of products. It provides quality presentations and valuable case studies along with chances to interact with industry peers to discuss critical issues, share solutions, gain ideas and ultimately become a more knowledgeable packaging professional. IoPP members are eligible for discounted rate! To receive the reduced Forum registration rate, choose "IoPP Member" at the end of the registration process. The member rate will be applied by ISTA before your payment is processed. Please contact ISTA Headquarters at 517-333-3437 or lisa@ista.org if you have any questions or need assistance.
For more information, click here.
Optimize your packaging with a visit to SouthPack
IoPP
See what's new and exciting in the industry at SouthPack, April 15-16 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, N.C. Discover the newest packaging and processing technologies, connect with suppliers one-on-one, and compare solutions side by side. Enhance your expo experience with the all new Learning Labs — two-hour interactive sessions designed to tackle your greatest technical and strategic challenges. Plus, don't miss all the new Speed Networking event, new innovation tours of the show floor, and more. SouthPack is supported by the IoPP.
For more information on all event features and to register, click here.
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Rise in packaged foods shoots up demand for plastic containers 40 percent
BusinessDay Training
Increase in demand for packaged foods and the stocking of these locally produced foods in mega stores have driven up demand for food packages, especially disposable plastic containers.
Naomi Peterson, managing director, Nampet Ventures Nigeria Limited in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, producer of disposable plastic materials, says demand for plastic containers as food packages has gone up by about 40 percent in the last five years.
MeadWestvaco tracks consumer attitudes about packaging
Plastics News
This, Steve Kazanjian says, is not surprising: Packaging helps determine what consumers purchase.
But the vice president of global creative for MeadWestvaco Corp., also has this to add: packaging, now more than ever, helps determine a consumer's relationship with a product far beyond that decision to make an initial purchase.
What to remember about packaging your product
SmallBusiness.co.uk
Packaging your product comes with intricacies you may not have thought about. In this video, Ian Marsh of payleven discusses what to keep in mind for when you prepare the presentation of your product.
What's driving growth in the $35.8 billion aseptic packaging market?
FoodProductionDaily.com
One aseptic technology leader says a consumer taste for natural foods and beverage, and longer shelf life, rank among factors driving sustained growth.
Supply chain puts consolidation pressure on packaging sector
Plastics News
Plastic packaging companies, feeling squeezed from both their suppliers as well as their customers, are looking at mergers and acquisitions as a way to stay relevant.
Plastic packaging deals dipped last year compared with the year before, but the number still was within the historic range of annual transactions since the turn of the century, according to Thomas Blaige, CEO of Blaige & Co., a Chicago-based investment banking firm focused on plastics, packaging and chemicals.
Sustainable packaging market to reach $244 billion by 2018
Greener Package
The global market for sustainable packaging is forecast to reach $244 billion by 2018, according to a new market report from Smithers Pira. Based on primary research and expert analysis, "The Future of Sustainable Packaging to 2018" details market sizes, projections, and five-year market forecasts to 2018. The study focuses on key drivers, trends, and technologies shaping the sustainable packaging industry.
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Feb. 25
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Central Indiana Chapter Meeting & Tour: Plastics Recycling Inc., Indianapolis, Ind.
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Contact: Jake Miller, email miller_gerald_r@lilly.com. Click here for more information.
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Feb. 26
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Cleveland Chapter Tour: Thogus, Avon Lake, Ohio.
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Contact: email IoPPCleveland@ymail.com. Click here for more information.
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Feb. 27
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Golden Gate Chapter Tour: Pacific Southwest Container, Modesto, Calif.
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Contact: Madeline Kwiecien, email madeline.kwiecien@gmail.com. Click here for more information.
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Feb. 28
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Cincinnati Chapter Monthly Meeting & Tour: UC Clermont and Huhtamaki Inc., Batavia, Ohio.
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Contact: Craig Henize, email chenize@fuse.net. Click here for more information.
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March 3-5
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IoPP Packaging Machinery: Basics, Carol Stream, Ill.
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Contact: Barbara Dykes, email bdykes@iopp.org. Click here for more information.
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March 4
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Chicago Chapter WOW Pack 2014, Elmhurst, Ill.
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Contact: Jennifer Biewer, email jbiewer@transparentcontainer.com. Click here for more information.
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March 6
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IoPP Premium Webinar: "Package for One-handed Usage or Lose," Online.
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Contact: Jim George, email jimg@iopp.org. Click here for more information.
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March 10
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Missouri Gateway Chapter Bimonthly Meeting
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Contact: Karen Van Berkel, email kvanberkel@lafayetteindustries.com.
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March 12
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Meadowlands Chapter Event: Hazmat Travels Across Cosmetic, Personal Care and Pharmaceutical Lines, East Rutherford, N.J.
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Contact: Gordon Ellis, email gellis@estee.com. Click here for more information.
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March 14
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Central Florida Chapter Event: Dos and Don'ts in Medical Device Packaging, Tampa, Fla.
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Contact: email centralflorida.iopp@aol.com. Click here for more information.
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March 20
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Minnesota Chapter Tour: Dunwoody College, Minneapolis, Minn.
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Contact: email ioppmn@comcast.net. Click here for more information.
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