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15 SUPPLY CURVES
With leading North American facility and packaging supplies distributor Imperial Dade expanding into the Canadian market, we talk to Stéphane Lapointe, president of Imperial Dade Canada, about the far-reaching implications of this strategic move for Canadian packaged goods manufacturers.
20 New Beginnings
Fast-growing Ontario folding cartons manufacturer embarks on an ambitious expansion with a vast new production site and state-of-the-art printing and converting machinery.
25 Moving Mountains
Plant-based foods innovator updates its packaging capabilities with highperformance thermoform packaging machinery.
30 Sticking Together
Thriving West Coast nutraceuticals manufacturer enjoys top-level filling and dispensing performance with automated precision weighscales and robust bottle filling systems.
37 Size Matters
A spike in demand for large-format beer cases prompts stalwart Saskatchewan brewer to install next-generation case-packing machinery on its new canning line.
4 George Guidoni Is chemical recycling the silver bullet we need?
56 Noelle Stapinsky Joe Public speaks out on packaging hits and misses.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc. president Stéphan Lapointe strikes an authoritative pose at the company’s Montreal offices. Photo by Pierre Longtin.
44 Circular Designs
The importance of embedding sustainability and circularity in your package design strategies.
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Can chemical recycling be the silver bullet solution Canada needs?
Renowned British explorer Robert Swan, famous for being the first person to have walked on both the North and South Poles, did not mince words when he declared that, “The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it.”
does highlight the sense of urgency and necessity that the plastic pollution problem presents, along with the inadequate recycling infrastructure we have at our disposal to confront it head-on.
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The share of Canada’s plastic waste generated by businesses and institutions
As a keynote speaker at the first Earth Summit for Sustainable Development in Rio de Janeiro—a pre-cursor to the Kyoto Protocol and the Paris Agreement on climate change—the colorful OBE (Officer of the British Empire) recipient has impeccable credentials as a tireless environmental advocate with little use for climate change naysayers and refuseniks dismissing global warming as some sort of a liberal deep-state conspiracy cooked up to prevent freedom-loving citizens from exercising their divine right to pollute the earth to their hearts’ content.
While such contempt for environmental regulation and governance is becoming increasingly rare among mainstream Canadian political and business elite, there is still a vast gulf between environmental action and rhetoric that suggests Canadian consumers and corporations are not quite the crack green warriors they like to think they are.
While plastic waste was identified as a leading source of global environmental pollution many years ago, plastic recycling rates across Canada still average under 10 per cent—nowhere near the pace required to make a significant dent either globally or even nationally.
Contrary to the prevailing narrative, Canadian consumers are not the biggest culprits behind this shortfall, according to The Conference Board of Canada
Based on the latest figures provided by Environment and Climate Change Canada, “In Canada, 55 per cent of plastic waste is produced by businesses and institution [but] the majority of these entities aren’t obligated to recycle,” The Conference Board says in its recent findings.
“Efforts to drive our nine-percent plastic recycling rate in the right direction will be futile without businesses and institutions on board.’
While this admission does not in any way give Canadian consumers a free pass to ease up on their residential Blue Box recycling efforts and commitments, it
“The status quo is untenable,” The Conference Board states. “Plastics recycling in business and institutions is ripe for change.”
If true plastic sustainability and circularity are to be achieved without resorting to outright bands on their production and consumption, investing into the new breakthrough advanced (chemical) recycling processes will have to be a central part of that change, according to the Ottawa-based think-tank.
“Today’s recycling technologies will fall short of delivering a circular plastics economy,” The Conference Board says. “Developing industry-specific research is a must for chemical recycling innovation.
“Radical innovations in chemical recycling are crucial to achieving an enduring competitive advantage.”
While it’s true that chemical recycling plants are a fairly expensive proposition, considering the billions of dollars spent on traditional mechanical recycling operations to date with limited success, it may well be a gamble worth taking.
Moreover, it’s a gamble with a pretty decent chance of reward, The Conference Board suggests, if Canada can get all its levels of government working together to:
• Develop recycled content mandates for plastic products in the economy;
• Prioritize access to plastic waste feedstock for local recyclers;
• Incentivize high-quality sorting at material recovery facilities;
• Leverage the scale of waste management firms and restrict plastic landfilling. This may all sound like too much too soon, but when the price of inaction outweighs the cost of business as usual, stepping out of one’s comfort zone may well be the price worth paying. 55%
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BRING TO LIFE!
Indulgent
new
ice-cream with packaging to match
Seeking relief from summer heat with a couple of scoops of cold ice-cream is a venerable Canadian tradition that is as practical as it is delicious during this summer’s historic heatwaves.
And thanks to some leading-edge product innovation by the sharp branding minds a Nestlé Canada, Canadian consumers have never been as spoilt for choice in the grocery freezer aisles following recent extension of company’s Häagen-Dazs exträaz premium brand of gourmet ice cream.
Produced at the company’s flagship ice-cream manufacturing facility in London., Ont., using 100-percent Canadian milk, the beloved brand now features four new decadent flavors, including:
• Salted Caramel Chocolate. A perfect blend of smooth, salted caramel and chocolate ice cream with caramel sauce and crispy layers made with milk chocolate.
• Ber ry Explosion. A sophisticated blend of smooth, strawberry and vanilla ice-cream with raspberry sauce and crispy layers made with dark chocolate.
• Mocha Cheesecake A delicious blend of smooth, cheesecake and coffee ice-cream with espresso sauce and crispy layers made with milk chocolate.
• Triple Chocolate. A decadent blend of smooth, white chocolate and chocolate ice-cream and crispy layers made with milk chocolate.
Packaging in colorful, high-graphics 414-ml tubs designed by the Mississauga, Ont.-based package design experts Bridgemark, the new varieties feature alternating layers of two flavors of velvety ice-cream, smooth sauce and layers made with crispy chocolate.
“It’s the ultimate combination of flavors and textures in every bite,” says Juliane Trenholme, vice-president of marketing at Nestlé Canada Ice Cream
“They’re unlike anything else in the ice-cream aisle right now,” Trenholme says, citing the exceptional decorative package graphics created by Bridgemark.
“The design was developed uniquely for Canada, leveraging a darker color palette and bold flavor illustrations to highlight the unique layered experience of the product,” Juliane Trenholme explains. “We wanted to ensure the design felt harmonious with the rest of our Häagen-Dazs exträaz line-up that is currently in stores.”
New crispy cheese crackers deliver a grating experience Canadian cheese lovers can now snap out of snack boredom thanks to the new Cheez-It SNAP’d crackers launched by Kellogg Canada across the country last month.
As a follow-up to the wildly popular Canadian Cheez-It cracker family, the thin, curvy, crispy bite-sized snacks are marketed as a perfect tasty companion while streaming one’s favorite show, spending time socializing with family and friends, or just as a quick cheesy treat.
Available in shareable 213-gram flexible stand-up bags designed by the SGK, Inc. creative studio in Mississauga, Ont., the Cheez-It SNAP’d crackers come in three bold flavors that include:
• Double Cheese.
• Cheddar Sour Cream & Onion. Set to bring onion fans to tears, this flavor delivers a match made in taste heaven with the combination of real cheddar cheese, rich sour cream, and onion in every bite
• Jalapeño Jack. The hit of jalapeño peppers and Monterey Jack cheese flavor to add a little heat to snack time.
According to Kellogg Canada, the new Kellogg’s brand is on a mission to create cheesy, crunchy, and satisfying snacking experiences available to everyone by always looking for the next “grate” idea.
As such, “The Cheez-It SNAP’d crackers deliver the latest evolution in snacking culture with delicious creations that builds on the best attributes of the popular square cracker with some truly unique attributes” to provide a multi-sensory snacking experience with distinct and unique:
• Appearance. The Cheez-It SNAP’d cracker pieces look like someone gave a tiny tug to the standard cracker dough before baking for a profile that is uniquely wavy, curvy and delightfully thin.
• Aroma. Your mouth will water at the bold, tangy, slightly buttery smell of your favorite
cheddar cheese.
• Taste. The Cheez-It SNAP’d crackers deliver a flavorful tang and delicious cheese flavor, thanks to real cheese baked inside and on top.
• Texture. A lighter bite with a thin, chip-like crispiness —new territory for these popular snack crackers.
• Sound. Staying true to its name, Cheez-It SNAP’d crackers break the snack barrier with a light and crispy “snap” that will turn heads.
“We go to absurd lengths to perfect the real cheese in the Cheez-It cracker line-up,
and we are thrilled to offer a completely new experience for those who love to snack. As we like to say, ‘You crave-it, we Cheez-It’,” says Lina Jhaveri, director of salty and frozen foods at Kellogg Canada Inc. In Mississauga, Ont.
“Created in The Cheez-It Institute of Perfection, new Cheez-It SNAP’d crackers are uniquely different thanks to their thin, crispy texture and distinct flavors, allowing Canadians to feed their cheese obsessions in a delicious new way— from bag to bowl.”
St. Louis, Mo.-headquartered packaging products group TricorBraun has completed the acquisition of Bottle Company, Ltd., a leading U.K. glass packaging supplier, and its affiliate glass decorator DiBro Ltd, significantly expanding TricorBraun’s European market presence. “We are pleased to partner with these trusted companies—enabling us to offer new products and expanded supply chain options to customers, while investing in their continued growth,” says TricorBraun president and chief executive officer Court Carruthers. Serving customers for over 30 years, Bottle Company is a leading U.K. provider of primary glass packaging for the cosmetic and fragrance industries, while DiBro has operated in the spirits, wine, cosmetic, and fragrance sectors for over 20 years.
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T.H.E.M. has been named a Diamond Finalist in the annual DOW Packaging Innovation Awards competition for its design and development of the Advanced Hand Sanitizer sachet. Produced for Amazon Basic Care, the innovative package ranked among the top 10 packages out of more than 200 competing designs. The company’s hand sanitizer package design utilizes 60 per cent less material per sachet compared to similarly sized sachets with 1.2-ml of product, and it combines a consumer-friendly format, easy- open film, and a
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unique formulation that has a three-year shelf-life with no loss of potency. “Our engineering, innovations, and operations teams worked seamlessly with our client to create a new solution for single-use hand sanitizer,” says T.H.E.M. chief executive officer Neil Kozarsky. “The final product melded convenience, sustainability, and efficiency in a highly consumer-friendly single-use package.
Leading global robotics manufacturer FANUC has officially commenced operations of the company’s new robotics and automation headquarters in Aguascalientes, Mexico. Equipped with the latest FANUC CNC, robotics and other automation technologies, the new 109,000-square-foot facility FANUC Mexico facility will provide sales, demonstrations, training, engineering and customer service for the fast-growing Mexican and South American automation markets. “We’re expanding to better serve our customer base of automotive, aerospace, consumer goods, and other manufacturers in Mexico and Latin America looking for automation solutions,” says FANUC America president Mike Cicco. “We’ve seen a significant increase in demand for our products in this market, so having a larger facility underscores our commitment to helping companies improve their production processes and compete on a global scale.”
Mechatronic systems integrator Electromate Inc. of Woodbridge, Ont., has been honored with the Innovation and Technology Award at the recent 2022 Business Achievement Awards ceremony of the Vaughan Chamber of Commerce in recognition of the company’s exceptional innovation and technological prowess, superior business excellence, social awareness and outstanding contributions to the Vaughan community. “Having this kind of recognition from the Vaughan business community is both gratifying and humbling,” says Electromate founder and president Warren Osak. “The award is a testament to the commitment of our awesome team members for the innovative engineering work they’ve done in the fields of biomedical, pharmaceutical and life sciences.”
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Leading German end-of-line packaging machinery manufacturer MG Tech has commenced operation s of the company’s first North American office in Montreal to support the company’s growing list of international clients. With products ranging from cartoning and case-packing machines to pallet loaders and conveyors, MG Tech manufactures both stand-alone machines and full-service automated packaging lines, all equipped with the latest technologies—including Yaskawa, Schneider Electric and Rockwell Automation controls—and connected to an online platform that collects real-time data on machine performance. “We have been working with MG Tech for several years in France, and over time it has demonstrated solid technical skills with our Rockwell Automation products, including our magnetic conveying solution,” says Gerald Auverdin, OEM sales manager at Rockwell Automation. “We are happy to continue our partnership with them via their new Canadian office and wish them success in this new endeavor.”
PRESS TO IMPRESS
The new AccurioLabel 400 digital label printing press from Konica Minolta Business Solutions (Canada) Ltd. is a single-pass toner production press designed to achieve 3,600x2,400-dpi resolution on 10- or 13-inch substrate widths. Featuring multiple-touch panel monitors in three different areas of to enable intuitive user-friendly operation, the AccurioLabel 400 label press—available in four and five-color versions— can handle print runs of up to 3,000 meters at speeds of up to 130 feet per minute, according to the company, while providing ability to significantly expand applications with the white toner.
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PET PROJECTS
The new PetPak range of recyclable plastic ring carriers from PakTech offer consumers a 100-percent sustainable multipack solution for canned pet food with a sleek and handy design, made from 100-percent recycled HDPE (high-density polyethylene) plastic. Designed specifically for pet brands, the handy contraption lets the product design take center stage with an alternative multipacking solution that enhances brand value with a clean, premium look and feel to their products, while eliminating the need for unnecessary packaging that wraps around the product—detracting from the actual product design. According to PakTech, the fully recyclable PetPak carriers come in 31 unique color options and a custom color—allowing pet food brands to find the perfect match to complement their brand.
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CRÈME DE LA CREMER
D esigned to ensure 100-percent accuracy in bottling applications for nutraceutical and confectionery gummies, the new servo-driven HQS
1250 counting and dispensing machine from Cremer features a 12-lane counter to maintain precise portioning of gummies of all shapes and sizes to a downstream bottler or single belt set-up. With an average output of 150 bottles per minute on a 60-count gummy product, the HQS 1250 is ideal for a wide variety of gummies in typical sanded or sugared formulations. According to the company, the HQS 1250 effectively alleviates two common obstacles that gummy manufacturers and co-packers routinely face: accurate counting and filling at medium to high speeds. Traditional multihead scales are not 100-percent accurate when filling by weight, and gummies tend to clog when filled into a small bottleneck opening. The HQS 1250 overcomes these limitations by seamlessly streaming gummies without blocking in the bottle’s neck, while also ensuring accurate counts at high speeds using reliable and precise optical counting technology that counts the product by piece, rather than weight.
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PROPER MEASURES
The new wireless Micropilot FWR30 tank level sensor from Endress+Hauser combines high-end measurement technology and user-friendly digital services in one economical design that allows for its continuously recorded measurement data to be accessed at any time, from anywhere, via the sensor’s Cloud connection. According to the company, the FWR30 enables real-time monitoring of often remotely stored inventories of substances like liquid additives in plastic or metal tanks, cleaning
agents in food and beverage production, or for solids like building materials at construction sites, with its basic set-up covering level measurement in plastic and open tanks. An optional process connection enables measurement of media in metal tanks, like animal feed in agricultural environment, or storage of wood pellets for heating systems. Besides level data, users also receive location tracking information for their storage tanks and containers. Easy to install without special tools in less than three minutes, the plug-and-play device employs a free space radar senor to cover measuring ranges up to 15 meters and temperatures between -20°C and 60°C, and the device’s its noninvasive measuring capability allows it to it work where other measuring principles cannot be applied due to corrosion, abrasion, viscosity or toxicity.
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REACHING NEW HEIGHTS
The new the extended-reach GP70L robot from Yaskawa Motoman is a highly flexible, fast and powerful robot boasting a long reach, exceptional speed and a robust payload capacity to make it well-suited for logistics processes, including palletizing and depalletizing. With a 2,732-mm horizontal reach, 4,715-mm vertical reach and 0.05-mm repeatability, the six-axis GP70L offers 70-kilogram payload capacity to enable a wide range of tooling and sensors to fulfill diverse application requirements. The robot’s high inertia enables the handling of large and heavy payloads, while exceptionally fast axis speeds and acceleration further reduce cycle-times for increased production output. Moreover, a reduced interference design allows easy access to parts in tight spots and facilitates close proximity placement of robots for high-density workcells, while the wide wrist motion range eliminates potential interference with fixtures for improved application flexibility.
Yaskawa Motoman
KEEPING YOUR COOL
Allpax, a division of ProMach, has developed a new high-throughput cooking system for foods displayed in retail coolers, such as hummus, mashed potatoes, potato salads, dips, bean salads, etc. Also suitable for the production of fresh pet food, the system’s cooking/cooling vessels are sized to ensure uniform control of heating and cooling for quality processing throughout the machine, while Allpax’s evaporative cooling technology can achieve temperatures of just above freezing in less than an hour after cooking. The orbital doors on the loading and unloading sides of the vessel raise and lower instead of open in and out, which also improves floor-space utilization, while the Allpax retort loading and unloading system reduces labor requirements and creates a safer, more ergonomic environment, according to the company.
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EASY AS ABB!
ABB Robotics & Discrete
Automation has expanded its FlexPicker Delta robot portfolio with the new IRB 365 model. Featuring five axis and 1.5-kg payload, the IRB 365 is both flexible and the fastest in its class for reorienting packaged lightweight products such as cookies, chocolates, peppers, candies, small bottles and parcels. Responding to the rise in e-commerce and growing demand for shelf-ready packaged goods, the IRB 365 is well-suited for for applications in food and beverage, pharmaceuticals and consumer goodsindustries riquiring high sped and adaptability.
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Cascades launches fresh new concept for meat packaging
Leading Canadian paper products product group specialty packaging producer Cascades has achieved a significant benchmark in the development of its Cascades Fresh range of sustainable packaging solutions with the launch of a new line of recyclable PET (polyethylene terephthalate) plastic trays made with 100-percent PCR (post-consumer recycled) content materials.
According to the Kingsey Fall, Que.-headquartered company, the trays’ innovative design makes them perfectly compatible with most packaging equipment already used by food processors and retailers.
“This latest innovation is the fruit of our continuous efforts to find more sustainable solutions and develop a truly Circular Economy for food packaging,” says Luc Langevin, president and chief operating officer of Cascades Specialty Products Group
“We would like to thank our early adopter customers for their trust,” says Langevin, adding that by using recycled PET exclusively to make the trays, Cascades can help its meat processing clients reduce their carbon footprint by up to 62 per cent.
According to Cascades, it took three years of research to develop the unique tray design that allows for minimal use of materials while ensuring optimal rigidity, with the rolled edges preventing risk of tearing when using shrink-wrap—helping to prevent food waste.
Produce at the company’s Innopak plant in Drummondville, Que., the new trays feature the coveted How2Recycle certification to allow for widespread recycling access across Canada, and the trays are also recyclable in some U.S. jurisdictions.
According to Cascades, the company has spent about $30 million in new capital upgrades at the Innopak plant in the last three years to turn it into a leading producer of packaging made from 100-percent recycled PET flakes.
“These investments are part of Cascades’ plan to grow as a North American leader in eco-friendly packaging,” Cascades states.
“This new product contributes to the achievement of one of the goals in Cascades’ Sustainability Action Plan: That 100-percent of its manufactured packaging be recyclable, compostable or reusable by 2030.”
Westfalia introducing bold new zero-plastic avocado packaging
Launched at the start of the year, the new law banning the use of plastic packaging on nearly 30 varieties of fresh fruits and vegetables retailed in France has left many companies in search of sustainable packaging alternatives that would not sacrifice the quality and shelflife of the produce.
For leading multinational avocado producer Westfalia Fruit , this search has resulted in introduction of a new plastic-free package composed of new compostable fiber-based trays, along with compostable paper labels or bands, made from FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) -certified materials— guaranteeing that the cardboard used in the package has
been sourced from sustainably managed forests.
Already used by a growing number of French grocery retailers, the new zero-plastic avocado packaging offers a heat-seal film option with
recyclable plastic which contains a QR code on the packaging—directing consumers to details on where they can recycle the plastic rubbish.
The company says is it is currently developing a special paper lid
for the new packaging, along with other options that include an FSC -certified string bag; and zero-packaging natural laser marking on the skin of the avocado itself for logo and brand messaging placement.
“We have worked hard to remove plastic from our packaging to contribute to solving the plastic waste challenge and to lower our carbon footprint,” says Johnathan Sutton, group safety and environmental executive at Westfalia Fruit.
“We are delighted to take a proactive approach in implementing industry leading initiatives—enabling compliance to respective laws, while offering a host of solutions for our customers and consumers.”
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THE SUPPLY CURVE
A venerable U.S. packaging and facilities supplies distribution powerhouse laying down Canadian roots for a long stay in a promising dynamic market
By George Guidoni
Photos by Pierre Longtin
As supply chain disruptions and bottlenecks continue to hamper the world economy’s emergence from the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s reassuring to know that the Canadian manufacturing sector has a dynamic and committed distribution partner to look after its everyday needs and supplies to keep their operations running.
Having entered the Canadian market earlier this spring with a bold acquisition
of leading facility and packaging supplies distributor Veritiv Canada, Inc., Jersey City, N.J.-headquartered distributor Imperial Dade certainly meets all the critical criteria for meeting the modern industry’s needs for the reliable supply of packaging, janitorial, sanitary and hygiene products, services and solutions—doing this with exemplary track record in the U.S. since 1935. With a cross-country network of 12 distribution centres and a workforce of nearly 1,000 people, Imperial Dade Canada Inc. already has many things
Stéphane Lapointe, President, Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
With 12 distribution centers across Canada, Imperial Dade has a total of over 1.7 million square feet of warehousing space to maintain an extensive product inventory at all times.
going for it with a knowledgeable sales force, a wide breath of products, and outstanding customer service.
For all that, the next few months will be something of a marketing challenge for Imperial Dade Canada and its president Stéphane Lapointe, as they work to make Imperial Dade a household name in the Canadian manufacturing and packaging circles.
But it’s a challenge that Lapointe seems to relish with open arms, as he told the Canadian Packaging magazine in a recent interview.
Q. Please explain the strategy and the importance of your company moving into the Canadian marketplace?
A. Imperial Dade Canada (formerly Veritiv Canada) will continue to focus on growth in all packaging verticals: food processing, e-commerce, food service/catering and industrial packaging.
Q.What are your expectations of the Canadian market in terms of overall corporate growth for your company?
A. We are expecting the Canadian market to maintain its organic growth trajectory and be ready to on-board any valuable opportunity.
We believe that our deep and wide offering of products and services will allow us to exceed average market expectations.
Q. Are there any significant beneficial synergies between your company’s businesses and those of the former owner’s that you company can leverage?
A. Imperial Dade U.S. and Canada have a lot of similarities in the market we service, but at a different level of penetration.
The U.S. business has as a stronger and deeper presence in the janitorial and foodservice industries, and Imperial Dade’s U.S. supplier base will be an enhancement to our overall offering in Canada.
Talking specifically about the Canadian market, we have the intention of continuing to grow our overall Facilities Supplies & Paper market share as we continue to invest in the business.
Describe your existing footprint in Canada, and if there are active plans afoot to expand it?
A. Imperial Dade Canada is a full-service provider of packaging, facilities, equipment and print products, services, and solutions.
With 12 distr ibution centers located
in major cities across the country and approximately 1.7 million square feet of warehouse space, we can provide nextday delivery to 95 per cent of the Canadian population.
With roughly 1,000 employees, our highly trained experts engage with customers to create opportunities, solve problems, and foster long-term partnerships. Imperial Dade Canada remains one of only a handful of national suppliers to the Canadian packaging market.
Being the biggest, however, is not necessarily our goal. Providing best-inclass solutions to our clients, and thus garnering long-term mutually beneficial partnership, is the primary focus.
Our size in relation to our competi-
tors is a byproduct of our commitment to our values and vision.
Without sharing any privileged information, looking at Imperial Dade’s track record, you can expect the corporate family to continue to grow.
Q. Please describe the importance of packaging to your company’s overall business in Canada and at large?
A. The packaging market plays a key role at Imperial Dade. We have invested in this market over several years and will continue to do so. Providing our sales team with the right tools to bring value to our customer base is vital to our success.
“We believe that our deep and wide offering of products and services will allow us to exceed average market expectations.”
In addition, by ensuring that we continue to search the market for the right suppliers, especially now with the announcement of the Canadian ‘Plastic Ban,’ we are differentiating ourselves from our competitors.
Q.What is the value proposition that Imperial Dade brings to customers in the Canadian packaging and allied industries?
A. At Imperial Dade Canada, we have the structure, knowledge, expertise, and capabilities to service a wide range of customers.
Whether you are a highly specialized type of customer requiring highly engineered products, or a multi-location customer requiring a very high level of service like daily delivery in a remote / rural region, we offer our customer access to the right supplier for the right application.
By tailoring a supply chain program around our customer’s needs, we can increase efficiencies, reduce costs, and support their business goals.
Q. What are the company’s unique competitive strengths and specialty services that could benefit its Canadian customers in the CPG (consumer packaged goods) and other manufacturing industries?
A. Imperial Dade is more than a distributor. We we are a supply chain partner, and our customers’ success is at the core of everything we do. We invest in product experts and service teams that work alongside our customers to develop programs and continuously enhance operations and efficiencies.
Our modern warehouse facilities and fleet allow us to maintain extensive inventories and deliver the right products at the right time to our customers.
Imperial Dade has long-term relationships with top manufacturers, and we are often the first to have access to innovative new products and technologies. Our sourcing team has the skill and expertise to find specialty solutions to meet the unique needs of each customer.
Q. What are the first steps and initiatives/programs the company is planning to implement in the Canadian market?
A. One of our first initiatives, already underway, is introducing our new Victoria Bay private brand to the Canadian market.
The Victoria Bay offering will include high-quality industrial and facilities solutions products.
Q. How is the company’s Canadian labor force adjusting to the change
Imperial Dade’ extensive inventory of packaging related products and services range from stand-alone machinery and integrated line solutions to sustainable packaging alternatives and package design consultation and creative services.
Imperial Dade
Canada is maintaining an extensive modern truck fleet across Canada to enable the company to make next-day deliveries to over 95 per cent of the Canadian population.
in ownership?
A. As we are structuring the Canadian business, and more job functions are returning to Canada, this change represents an opportunity for the Imperial Dade Canada employees to further their careers.
This will provide an even better framework for us to react more quickly to market conditions and customer demand.
Imperial Dade Canada will continuously collaborate with our Imperial Dade family in the United States, but it will operate as a separate entity that is fully autonomous.
Q. How important is environmental sustainability and carbon footprint reduction to your organization, and how does it manifest itself?
A. Imperial Dade is committed to re-
ducing our impact on the natural environment and promoting sustainable business practices in the industries we serve.
We have LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) -accredited professionals and CIMS (Cleaning Industry Management Standards) Green-certified experts on staff to ensure continuous improvement in the area of environmental stewardship.
Our headquarters in New Jersey facility is LEED -certified, and our additional distribution facilities employ a green cleaning policy as we focus on reducing energy and water usage, with LED motion-sensing lighting and water-saving fixtures having been installed in our locations.
We recycle corrugated boxes, office paper, plastics, pallets, furniture, and computer equipment.
Q. How can you help your Canadian
“The packaging market plays a key role at Imperial Dade. We have invested in this market over several years and will continue to do so.”
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A. Our modern fleet is routed with sophisticated software to minimize the miles traveled in delivering products to our customers—reducing fuel consumption and emissions.
We also provide detailed carbon disclosure reports to our customers to assist them in assessing and minimizing their own carbon footprint.
In 2005, we developed our consultative Greensafe Program to assist our customers with their sustainability initiatives.
We offer an extensive selection of over 5,000 environmentally preferable products, many of which carry third-party certifications from recognized NGOs (non-governmental organizations), including EcoLogo , Green Seal , and Safer Choice
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NEW BEGINNINGS
Ontario folding-carton company makes a milestone move into a massive new production facility to take its stunning market growth to the proverbial next level
By George Guidoni, Editor
Photos by Naomi Hiltz
As someone working in the packaging industry for over 40 years, Roy Amm has seen and lived through a plethora of industry’s upsand-downs over the decades, along with sweeping technological innovations and ever-changing marketplace dynamics that make packaging such a fiercely competitive and challenging market for many newcomers to crack.
Challenging but not impossible, says Amm, who put his retirement plans on hold about four years ago to join Toronto-headquartered folding-carton manufacturer Beneco Packaging as vice-president of operations and process improvement.
Originally brought on-board to help Beneco achieve the international IFS PacSecure food-contact certifications
for its existing operations, the prospect of leading the fast-growing company to reach its enormous market potential and benchmark production excellence proved to be too irresistible to turn down.
“I found retirement to be overrated anyways,” Amm quipped to Canadian Packaging on a recent visit to the company’s vast new 600,000-square-foot facility in Cobourg, Ont.
Currently undergoing extensive renovations and multiple equipment installations to facilitate a smooth operational start-up in early fall, the historic plant has been a venerable landmark for this pleasant southwestern Ontario community—about a one-hour drive east of Toronto—for well over a century.
Having housed illustrious food industry leaders such as General Foods and Kraft over the years—along with a major pharmaceutical company in the earlier part of the 21st Century—the sprawling
Carol Jiang, Founder & President, Benceo Packaging
Beneco Packaging
president Carol Jiang (left) and vice-president of operations Roy Amm have high expectation for the company’s future growth following the acquisition of a new 600,000-squarefoot facility in Cobourg (center), which is currently in the process of installing a brand new seven-color Heidelberg printing press (bottom) in time for an early fall start-up.
plant had been sitting dormant for the last three years until Beneco Packaging stepped in to acquire it this past June.
Warmly welcomed by local community and business leaders, Beneco selected the plant as a perfect platform to support and accelerate the company’s future growth—driven by robust market demand for its high-quality paperboard packaging for the food-and- beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care and other fast-moving consumer product industries.
“We had simply reached a saturation point for our production capabilities and capacity at the other plants,” says Amm.
“There was no room to add any more production equipment at our other locations,” he says, “and we really needed new production equipment to be able to keep serving all our existing and new customers.
“Turning down business because we are too busy or too booked up is not an option for a company like Beneco,” he states.
Founded in 2004 by company president Carol Jiang, Beneco Packaging’s swift rise through the ranks of the Canadian paperboard industry has been a textbook example of bold entrepreneurship and ambition driving continuous proactive capital investment and a sound business strategy built around solid market knowledge and relentless pursuit of manufacturing excellence.
By 2019, Beneco’s manufacturing assets comprised over 250,000 square feet of production space at three facilities, employing a total of over 100 workers and state-of-the-art equipment, including state-of-the-art Heidelberg Speedmaster printing presses renowned for the superior output speeds, operational flexibility and finished print quality.
Moreover, each of the company’s IFS PACsecure audits have the resulted in scores of 95 per cent or better in each of the three years since 2019—opening a multitude to new business opportunities for Beneco with leading retail companies and their suppliers.
For all that, the addition of the new mega-sized facility in Cobourg may well yet be the defining milestone moment in the company’s history, according to Jiang.
“This new plant will definitely become Beneco’s central production hub in the next few years,” says Jiang, who originally started the company at a tiny 6,000-square-foot print shop inside a strip mall in the west Toronto suburb of Etobicoke.
“I think this plant has a great potential for our future growth, with a much larger production area than anything we have had before,” Jiang says.
“Not only will it enable us to install much more production equipment, but it will also allow us to do all our processes in-house in a completely vertically integrated way—from prepress and make-readies right down to gluing and packing of the final products for delivery to customers.”
According to Jiang, such integration will further improve the company’s already impressive turnaround speeds and lead times for its bigger customers, while also enabling it to look after the multitude of smaller short-run clients who have been there since Beneco’s early days.
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A Heidelberg technician having a good look inside the brand new Heidelberg Speedmaster press; close-up of the Heidelberg Speedmaster press control panel; a state-of-the-art sheeter as the first large piece of production machinery to arrive a the Cobourg plant; some of the wooden crating used to ship the brand new
Heidelberg Speedmaster printing press to the Cobourg facility earlier this year.
With a giant sheeter, a high-speed die-cutter and a brand new Heidelberg Speedmaster seven-color litho press already in place at the Cobourg facility, the plant is currently awaiting the impending arrival of another die-cutter and two state-of-the-art folder-gluers to complete its initial capital equipment installations in coming weeks.
According to Amm, the plant will initially hire 20 to 25 full-time people to run the operation, although he expects the plant’s workforce to grow to about 50 people within a year after converting to a two-shift, five-days-a-week operational schedule.
“I think we could well see 100 to 125 people eventually working here in a couple of years once everything is in place.”
Likewise, Amm expects the new plant to achieve the IFS PacSecure accreditation well within the first year or operations.
“That would be our early objective,” Amm states. “All the legwork has already been done at out other facilities in terms of establishing all the proper procedures and processes.
“Now so it’s just a question of transferring all that knowledge and informa-
tion to the Cobourg plant.
“I cannot say enough about the importance of this certification to our business,” Amm asserts.
“It has introduced us to many larger customers who would not have looked at us before we got certified.”
While the folding carton industry has been through some tough times over last couple of decades, the combination of the COVID-19 pandemic and a broad move by CPG companies to shift away from plastic for environmental reasons has unleashed a massive market surge in demand for paperboard packaging, according to Amm and Jiang, which the industry is having a hard time meeting at the moment.
“The whole move away from plastics has put a lot of pressure on paper packaging suppliers,” Amm explains. “All those McDonald’s styrofoam boxes and Tim Horton’s plastic cups are being rapidly replaced by paper, specifically folding cartons.”
As for the immediate impact of COVID-19 , the explosive growth in online shopping and food delivery services during the pandemic-related lockdowns in the foodservice industry have also fueled demand for folding cartons and
paperboard products to unprecedented levels, Amm points out.
On the downside, the pandemic-induced supply chain disruptions have left many folding-carton producers desperately short of the raw materials (paperboard) they need to make their products.
As Jiang explains, “We do business differently from many other companies, notably in the way we like to carry a lot of raw materials.
“Instead of carrying a lot of inventory of finished product waiting for release, “ she says, “we like having a considerable raw material inventory on hand so that we can convert it for us customers very quickly in the time-frame they want.
“We are a very technology-oriented company,” Jiang states, “employing a very strong ERP (enterprise resource planning) system to control and align all our order-processing, along with a stateof-the-art [ESKO] prepress system to create make-ready files very quickly.
“Our ability to supply our customers is a key component of our business strategy,” Jiang points out.
“Not being able to supply a customer because we don’t have enough paperboard has always been my biggest fear,” Jiang relates. “It’s nice to be in a sellers’
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Above: Some of the many entrepreneurial and community awards, including listings on the Canada’s 500 Fastest-growing Companies rankings of the Profit magazine, won by Beneco Packaging over the years.
Below: Close-up of the Certificate of Conformity to the IFS PACsecure standards.
market for a change as a converter, but it means nothing without having a reliable and steady supply of raw materials to support that work.
“That’s why we have worked hard to enlarge our raw material inventory,” Jiang continues, “while also extending our forecasting from two or three months down the road to five or six months.
“We have essentially gone from the Justin-Time production model to a Just-inCase type of operation,” Jiang acknowledges, “but that is something we had to do to respond to changing market conditions, with raw materials shortages being experienced throughout North America.
“We have always prided ourselves on our flexibility,” she states, “and you have to be super flexible in this uncertain market.
“We have always been flexible on how we produce, how we perform our changeovers, our delivery dates, and our customer service in general,” Jiang explains, “while maintaining a strict safety and quality through our IFS PACsecure certified process.”
As Jiang explains, Beneco’s customers have been very receptive to the company’s flexible approach of executing smaller but more frequent runs to support their needs on ongoing bases.
A she points out, doing it all in one massive long press run can saddle the customer with unnecessary finished goods inventory or, worse still, run the risk of packaging becoming outdated before it hits the market due to new labeling regulations, ingredient modifications or other unforeseen factors.
“With the current shortages in the
market, it is our obligation as an industry to make sure we do not waste any paperboard for any reason,” Jiang says, “including the environmental ones.”
This imperative for waste-free production is especially critical considering a series of strong price increases by North American paper mills in recent months—pushing the average price of board from roughly $1,000 to 1,700 per tonne over the last year.
While such steep rise has forced Beneco to initiate price increases of its own, Jiang says the company is making concerted efforts to keep them in line the best it can.
“There is nothing we can do at this moment about the raw paperboard price increases,” she says, “but none of our customers will hold that against us because we are always in touch communicating with them: we’re like an open book.
“That said, we always try our best to keep our prices fair, especially for our strategic core customers with whom we have built strong business relationships over the years,” she points out.
“It’s more than just about supplying a box for us: it’s about supplying high quality, superior service, and the reliable ability to deliver our product quickly and at a fair price,” she states.
“Being able to do that over the years has enabled Beneco to grow into what it is today,” Jiang concludes, “and we expect the new Cobourg plant to keep us on this course, albeit on a much bigger scale.”
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Left: Unopened giant rolls of paperboard supplied by WestRock Corporation resting near the plant’s future production area to be converted into finished folding cartons.
MOVING MOUNTAINS
Plant-based foods innovator bulking up its size and scale to evlolve into a key player in the burgeoning market
By Andrew Snook
Photos by Dave Buzzard
Kimberly Chamberland had a vegetable-based vision. In 1987, long before vegetarian or vegan lifestyles were even remotely popular, she decided to bring one of the first veggie burgers to market in the Vancouver area. From there, Big Mountain Foods was born.
“She started out in the restaurant industry and from there was actually approached by one of the Safeway buyers that visited her restaurant all the time,” recalls Big Mountain Foods president Jasmine Byrne, Chamberland’s daughter.
“He would talk to her about why she doesn’t make a product package that has a shelf-life and make her life a lot easier. So, she started looking at ways to package and format her burgers through a patty machine. That evolved into her getting her first listing at Safeway.
“Then she started doing wholesale to different retailers around the West Coast. And from there she opened up a small manufacturing facility and had steady growth from then until 2012.”
In 2013, Byrne joined her mother’s company to help grow the operation.
“We joined forces and realized that the plant-based industry was starting to get traction more than ever. Before it was really hard to get people to buy into the vegan lifestyle and plant-based consumer
awareness.
“But companies like Beyond Meat started to get traction, which in turn helped our business,” she says.
Over the last five years, Big Mountain Foods developed major expansion plans and moved into a 70,000-square-foot facility in Delta, B.C., housing a patty forming line, a sausage stuffing line, a crumble production line, and a tofu pro-
“FreshPrep actually listed our CauliCrumble in their food delivery service, which was an awesome way to test the market and see how people prepare our products at home.”
duction line.
The plant currently operates Monday to Thursday, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a goal to eventually have production running on full 24/7 schedule.
“We have commissioned four production lines in the new facility and there’s still lots of room for growth,” Byrne says.
“We’ve decided to do all of our own manufacturing, but the focus right now is really getting our plant operational in order to be able to take on that growth.”
The company has been investing heavily in infrastructure for its production plant with help from various supporters.
“We’ve had a lot of support from the Canadian provincial and federal governments and Protein Industries Canada to complete this expansion plan. Now, we are pretty much on the finish line and
Big Mountain Foods founder and chief executive officer
Kimberly Chamberland (left) poses alongside her daughter and the company’s vice-president Jasmine Byrne, who joined the family business in 2013.
Fresh veggie patties loaded into the R105 rollstock thermoforming machine’s cavities prior to packaging; finished thermoform packs exiting the R105 machine after sealing; finished packages of veggie patties transferred onto the accumulation belt; finished thermoform packing passing by the inline checkweigher prior to being put into cases.
commissioning all the equipment,” Byrne says.
Big Mountain Foods’ core products include:
• The Or iginal Veggie Burge r, a 100-per-cent vegan patty;
• Various vegan crumble products that include CauliCrumbleVeggie Grounds, Broccoli Boost Veggie Grounds and Lion’s Mane Mushroom Crumble;
• A line of vegan sausages featuring Big Brat Veggie Links , Fiesta Veggie Links, Mama Mia Veggie Links and Superfood Brekkie Links;
• The Soy-Free Tofu and Smoked Soy-Free Tofu products made from Canadian fava beans.
All of Big Mountain Foods’ product lines are certified vegan, non-GMO verified, gluten-free, soy-free, and free from common allergens.
The company sells its products at almost all the major retailers across Canada including Loblaws, Sobeys, Walmart, Safeway and Whole Foods.
“In the U.S. we are just branching out and it’s a whole different ball game,” Byrne says. “They’re definitely more of a challenge than in Canada, but we’re growing.
“We have a few major listings like Sprouts Farmers Market and a few of the Kroger and Albertsons banners.”
The company also just recently hired on a U.S.-based sales-force and a national U.S. broker.
“That’s definitely our focus this upcoming year, to expand aggressively into the U.S. market,” Byrne says.
In addition, the company is also starting to enter the meal-kit delivery and restaurant sectors.
“We are just branching into foodservice, because FreshPrep actually listed our
CauliCrumble in their food delivery service, which was an awesome way to test the market and see how people prepare our products at home.
“Now, we just finished putting together our sales plan to approach restaurants,” Byrne says.
Between battling for shelf space in the highly competitive U.S. grocery retail market and all of Big Mountain Foods’ products requiring refrigeration, ensuring the company has the right packaging technologies in place at its production plant is vital.
To meet the company’s packaging needs, Big Mountain Foods works closely with food packaging experts at MULTIVAC Canada Inc. , having enjoyed a positive productive relationship for several years.
According to MULTIVAC Canada ‘s regional sales manager Sam Nosek, “We help them with equipment, film and
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service support.
“We are a one-stop shop for packaging fresh foods,”Nosek says. “Here in B.C., we have an Innovation Centre facility, where we can work with customers to develop packaging solutions from initial concepts to fully tested market-ready packaging.”
Big Mountain Foods’ first major investment in packaging equipment from MULTIVAC Canada unfolded in 2019, when the company purchased an R105 thermoform packaging system to pack veggie burger patties, breakfast bites, CauliCrumble and its various veggie sausage links.
Capable of both vacuum-packing and MAP (modified atmosphere packaging, the R105 thermoformer features customized tooling to accommodate a wide variety of products with minimal changeovers.
The machine includes an MBS converging unit with integrated metal detector to inspect for metal contamination,
with its compact footprint, electrical lifting systems, and graphical touchscreen controls all part of the package.
“Our R105 was a custom solution from MULTIVAC,” Byrne recalls. “ They actually did the inline merging system, the checkweigher, and the X-ray to create an all-in-one solution for us instead of us piece-mealing it out to vendors.
“That was really great,” Byrne extols.
“Their support was very helpful.
“ They would give us 3D concepts with what our package should look like,e and how to make them all fit and work as an all-in-one solution.”
MULTIVAC Canada also helped with supplying the films that Big Mountain Foods required.
“Because our products are oven-baked, we can run into some challenges, like puncturing the seals or the plastic surface, if we don’t dial in the right film.
“They’ve been really helpful with that as well, because anything punctures in our package, will make the prod expire
“It was definitely a lesson learned to source more locally, because you never know what’s going to happen with the economy or the world in general.”
really quick, since it’s fresh.
“But we’ve been able to get a really nice shelf-life and it holds up well in refrigeration,” Byrne says.
“MULTIVAC provides a wide range of tested and certified film solutions catered to the customer applications,” adds Nosek. “Big Mountain uses clear films that are high-barrier for maxim shelf-life, are puncture resistant, and easy to peel.”
More recently, Big Mountain Foods purchased an R085 model thermoformer from MULTIVAC Canada to package its soy-free tofu line.
The unit offers a quick set-up and is designed for simple operation with a small footprint, according to MULTIVAC, while enabling a fast and easy changeover with slide-in drawer system tooling.
Having the two units helped the company enjoy some redundancy for its packaging lines, since MULTIVAC Canada designed one die that is interchangeable for all the product lines at Big Mountain Foods.
“It was great that we didn’t have to buy a whole bunch of different molds,” says Byrne. “There’s not a lot of downtime and changeovers because are all of our products—even though there’s a crumble, a patty and tofu—fit in the same package.”
Big Mountain Foods also recently
From left: MULTIVAC Canada’s regional sales manager Sam Nosek, Kimberly Chamberland, Jasmine Byrne, and Patrick McCarthy, MULTIVAC’s regional sales manager for films and materials.
purchased an I210 Checkweigher Inline Scale for checking the weight to make sure each pack has the right amount of product in it.
Byrne says MULTIVAC Canada was extremely helpful when it came to the packaging design for the various product lines.
“We would sit in meetings, and they would take our products and look at the best ways to fit them universally,” Byrne recounts.
“Also, if we have an idea they will go back and use their engineering team, do all their calculations, and let you know what your package should look like.
“They would show us the MAP package, the skin film, black packaging, colored packaging, printed film ... they basically go through it all.”
One of Byrne’s favorite aspects of working with MULTIVAC Canada is that they offer local service.
“It’s really great when you have technicians in B.C.,” says Byrne, recalling her
Above left: The MULTIVAC model R085 thermoform packaging machine was custom-tailored to meet Big Mountain Foods’ exact production and quality control requirements.
Above: Perfectly packaged blocks of veggie tofu coming out of the R085 machine and onto the accumulation table.
Left: Big Mountain founder Kimberly Chamberland demonstrates tofu loading procedure.
Bottom: Veggie tofu blocks tightly packed in clear high-barrier film supplied by MULTIVAC.
frustrations with some overseas machinery suppliers in the last couple of years.
”Once the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic hit in March 2020, getting the servicing and the commissioning performed became extremely difficult,” she states. “It was so hard getting them here to commission the lines, as well as service them, and then you have to pay for all these hotels.
“It was definitely a lesson learned to source more locally, because you never know what’s going to happen with the economy or with the world in general,”
Byrne says.
“If you can find the equipment and resources, it’s way better to have local support. It made all the difference for us.”
In operation, once the ingredients for the veggie patties are mixed together, the mixture is sent to a NuTEC Patty Forming Machine.
The patties are then moved via conveyor and then are cooked in a traditional bakery oven.
To form the sausages, the mixture is placed in a Handtmann stuffer, and linker, and the sent to a traditional smokehouse. The company uses ribbon mixers and mixer grinders to mix everything in big soaking tanks, because they use whole beans.
“We have to process and grind those down, and then from there, we use ovens to heat up our products,” Byrne explains.
we cool them in blast
and then pack them”
The process for the soy-free tofu products is much more automated and sophisticated, she notes.
“For the tofu, we use a super sack bag unloader, and it goes into a high-speed blender and then into big silos.
“Then we have a custom-made, automated tofu making machine that will form the tofu blocks,” Byrne explains.
The traditional tofu making process is very manual, says Byrne, whereby employees would press, cut and flip the tofu by hand.
All these manual processes have been eliminated on Big Mountain Foods’ automated line.
“I think it’s one of the highest-tech machines out there for tofu making,” she says. “We can produce millions of tofu blocks a year with a push of a button on an integrated processing line.
“And then for cleaning, we have a fully automated system that cleans the entire plant and all the piping. So, it’s quite a sophisticated system,” Byrne says.
Once all the products are packaged by either the R105 or R085 thermoformer, they pass through the I210 Checkweigher Inline Scale and X-ray detection.
The products are then conveyed to the labelling and boxing line, where a cartoning machine erects the cartons, glues
both sides, applies an expiry date and lot code onto each box, and then places the box into a master case.
With it strong focus on innovation and sustainability, the company is always looking for opportunities to use more biodegradable packaging, according to Byrne.
“We all want to get away from plastic in general,” she says.
“We hope in our life-time we see more of that coming to life.”
With another packaging line expansion scheduled for early 2025, Byrne says she is very confident about the future for Big Mountain products and for all vegan-certified products in general.
Naturally, she is also extremely proud of everything her family’s business has accomplished to date.
“We’re a women-owned, family-owned manufacturing facility, which you don’t see every day,” she states. “Moreover, we are the first allergen-free tofu factory in the world.”
For his part, Nosek says MULTIVAC considers it a “real honor” to be working with Big Mountain Foods over the years.
“Their impressive growth and nonstop innovation have been amazing to witness,” he says. “With Kim and Jasmine at the helm, their future is bright.”
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Musharaf Syed shows off a sample of the company’s growing range of vitamin gummies at the company’s headquarters in Richmond, B.C.
STICKING TOGETHER
West Coast nutraceuticals supplier invests in highperformance packaging automation to build on its early manufacturing success
By Andrew Snook
Photos by Dave Buzzard
The story of Herbaland Naturals, Inc. in Richmond, B.C., is one of love, hard work and perseverance.
The company was founded in 2009 at the kitchen table of the husband-and-wife duo of Musharaf Syed (president and chief operating officer) and Aisha Yang (CEO).
“We were both immigrants to Canada 20-plus years ago, who wanted to give our families a better life.
“When our third child was born, we
had a chance to start our business during my maternity leave,” Yang recalls.
The couple decided to partner Syed’s engineering expertise and experience in the health-and-wellness industry with Yang’s sales and marketing experience and start up Herbaland Naturals.
“In the beginning we tried many different things like capsules and tablets for health and wellness, and we found that gummy vitamins had the best return in sales,”Yang says. “So, we decided to focus on doing the gummies.”
When the company was originally founded, its gummy products were being
produced by a third party, but that all changed in 2013.
“In 2013, because of a supply chain issue, our supplier did not continue supplying gummies to us,” Yang relates.
“So then we decided to buy our own machine and start manufacturing gummies ourselves. Since then, our company has grown really fast.”
Fast-forward to present day, with Herbaland Naturals now employing more than 250 staff and four manufacturing locations totaling 160,000 square feet in size. Exporting its products to more than 40 countries around the world, the company produces approximately 70
million bottles a year of gummy vitamins per year.
“We are the largest nutritional gummy manufacturer in Canada. [and] we rank in the Top Three in North America,” yang says. “We’re also expanding that by end of 2024.
“We will double our capacity to add an additional 150,000 square feet manufacturing site,” she says, “which is a done deal.
“We’ll have that added capacity by the end of 2024.”
As Yang explains, Herbaland Naturals sells direct to major retailers and health store chains, as well as doing significant
“They have a special technique for separating gummies using different vibrations, which has been very effective for us.”
online sales through Amazon and other e-commerce platforms.
To date, the company has more than 280 NPN (natural product license numbers) issued by Health Canada, allowing it ti sell its product anywhere in the country.
“For offline, we’re also in the regional retail locations like Whole Foods, Loblaws and Sobeys,” Yang says.
“In Canada, we’re in 2,500 locations. For the global market, we also have pretty good market share.”
Back when Herbaland Naturals decided to start producing the gummy vitamins, Syed spent a great deal of time researching the various types of packaging equipment available.
While there are many options available for packaging tablets and capsules, gummy vitamins are a more challenging product to package due to their sticky composition.
Syed traveled to various trade shows in the U.S. and overseas as part of his research into finding the right equipment for his operation.
“I was looking for a packaging machine going to different shows in Chicago, Las Vegas, Korea, Taiwan.
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An overview photograph of the two side-by-side packaging lines equipped with the PrimoCombi multihead weighscales; a rotary accumulation table indexes the bulk empty jars into a single file to enter the filling station; machine operator placing a large quantity of bulk gummies directly into a weighscale for portioning and dispensing.
From left: An incline bucket elevator carrying pre-measured quantities of bulk gummies up to the mezzanine level to be dispensed inside the PrimoCombi multihead weighscale (center), which then dispenses the proper quantities of gummies down into the SpinDexer rotary container filling system (below)
“Then finally, I stopped by WeighPack in Las Vegas and I talked to them,” he recalls.
Luis Pilonieta, sales manager with the Paxiom Group, sister company and sales/services provider of WeighPack Systems Inc., recalls the first time he dropped by Herbaland Naturals to speak with Syed about his packaging options in 2015.
“We met him in one of his first buildings, a very small office, and it was for his first machine back when he was considering expanding,” Pilonieta recalls.
“At the beginning, like for any business owner, selecting the first machine is scary, especially when you’re putting out over $300,000 on a piece of equipment.
“He got a business loan with Business Development Canada, which was a big investment for them as well.
“And right now, almost 10 years later, we’ve been with him and growing with him at the same time.
“His business was probably around $700,000 a year in sales back then,” Pilonieta says, “whereas now he’s looking at $70 million a year.
“It has been growing exponentially
year after year after year.”
That first machine purchased by Syed was a combination of WeighPack’s PrimoCombi multihead weighing machine with the SpinDexer rotary container filling, conveying and indexing system.
Syed says he was very impressed with the equipment’s performance.
“They’re really very good at making a gummy packaging line,” Syed says. “Gummies can get very sticky. Their composition makes the packaging process difficult sometimes, especially when we are counting and weighing the product.
“Their weighscales are very good,” Syed points out.
“They have a special technique for separating the gummies using different vibrations, which has been a very effective solution for us.”
As Herbaland Naturals’ business grew, they continued to invest in WeighPack PrimoCombi and SpinDexer machines— installing them at each of its four facilities.
And as Herbaland Naturals has evolved, so have the technologies within WeighPack’s equipment.
“We bought the last two machines this
Left: Close-up of the Primo360 HMI (human-machine interface) control panel chowing real-time displays of the product flow running through the PrimoCombi weighscales.
Below: Rigid jars filled with gummies exiting the filling station in a single file to move on to the next packaging stages downstream.
sticky.
“The challenge for gummies is to rely on a piece of equipment that is going to give them accuracy and reliability when packing them into the bottles.”
One of the other challenges related to packing gummy vitamins is the shape of the bottles.
“Most of the vitamin gummies in nutraceutical that you buy in a Shoppers Drugs Mart, or any other stores like that, they have a big fat bottle with a very tiny neck,” Pilonieta says.
“So, when you have all those gummies going through a very tiny neck it’s challenging because they get clogged, not only when handling the gummy right from the beginning but from conveying to weighing to dispensing.
“To get all those counts of gummies into the bottles becomes even more challenging,” Pilonieta says.
The installation and commissioning of the last two machines went fairly smooth, but Pilonieta admits there was a learning curve at the beginning of his company’s relationship with Herbaland.
“When it‘s the first time that you’re implementing something, you are learning,” he says. “It was no different with the packaging requirements and technology that they’re in.
“For the first one, the learning curve was a little bit longer, but we got the hang of it,” he continues.
“The second one was faster. For thee third and fourth ones, we had changed the technologies on the multihead weighers, so it was a little bit of a new software learning process that they had to do,” Pilonieta relates. “But they were really quick to absorb that and are loving the new version of the software.”
past year. They are different: much more improved with a lot of things.
“They’ve become more computerized, they have a camera, a metal detector, and a new type of screening,” Syed says.
Adds Pilonieta: “The SpinDexer is a very unique machine because gummies are a very challenging product. Not all gummies are made the same way.
“For Musharaf, he has a wide variety of gummies to process: some are sugar-coated, some are oily, some are really
To help ensure that Herbaland Naturals has minimal downtime at its facilities, WeighPack’s technical service team helped train in-house technicians to deal with minor issues.
“We learned from their technical people and now we have three people to fix and repair things,” he says. “For everything minor, we solve things ourselves. For anything major, we call them.”
The gummies begin their journey when they are placed into a hopper from bulk bags by an operator.
“It is crucial to keep the gummies separated from each other, so we can have
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“We have strongly believed since Day One that we can be an industry leader not only in Canada, but also in the global market.”
an accurate count,” notes Pilonieta.
“The operator places them into a mesh and makes sure there are no clumps, and the machine will then automatically vibrate product right onto the conveyor system, so it can be later weighed and dispensed into the bottles,” Pilonieta explains.
After the machine vibrates the gummies onto the conveyor, they move into the fill station.
As the product makes its way to the scale, the WeighPack PrimoCombi multihead weighing machine will automatically weigh and dispense the programmed product count into the bottles.
“Our systems are all equipped with a webcam system,” Pilonieta points out. “It allows us to take a look and see what’s happening in the top portion of the production process, enabling the machine operator downstairs to see what’s happening with the product in real time. We also offer free online support via this camera system.”
Once the product is weighed and dispensed, the products move to the SpinDexer rotary container conveying indexing system, which will take an empty bottle and index it to the fill station, where the gummies will be dispensed.
“The challenge for gummy manufacturers is to fill the batch of gummies into such a small bottle opening, and that’s why the SpinDexer has a great technology to do that,” Pilonieta says.
It starts with the operator putting empty bottles into the rotating unscrambling table where it will spin the bottles and feed them into the machine. After the PrimoCombi has accurately weighed and dispensed the product, it falls down a funnel to get into the bottle.
“The machine, as it is indexed, will vibrate multiple times until it finalizes with all the gummies inside of the bottle and goes to the next stage of the packaging process,” Pilonieta says.
In addition to growing competition in the marketplace for vitamin gummies, supply chain issues, labor shortages and unforeseen inflation have made things challenging for companies, including Herbaland Naturals.
Yang says these issues have made forecasting ahead difficult.
“Right now we are producing gummies, so we need to source the raw materials and make sure there will be good orders to keep our production costs of expense stable,” she says. “But that’s not just an issue for Herbaland: everyone in the industry is having a similar type of challenge.”
Despite that, Herbaland remains committed to continuing its growth strategy.
“As a leader in a company, I think we need to empower people by how much we believe in our goal and going through it together,” she says. “For me and for Musharaf, we have strongly believed since Day One that we can be the industry leader not only in Canada, but also in the global market.”
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Food-grade plastic conveyors carrying filled jars of vitamin gummies away from the filling station and on to the capping and labeling stages.
The Great Western Brewing Company is the first Canadian company to have installed the Performance series case-packer from Delkor Systems at its operations in Saskatoon, Sask.
SIZE MATTERS
Saskatchewan brewer invests in intelligent case-packing machinery to support warm market response to its largeformat beer packaging
By George Guidoni, Editor
Fondly referred to as “Paris of the Prairies” for the eight landmark bridges straddling the South Saskatchewan River, the city of Saskatoon has many good things going for it in terms of a growing population, a vibrant cultural scene, and a buoyant local economy driven by Saskatchewan’s vast wealth of natural resources and agricultural commodities.
Coupled with the natural charms of surrounding prairie grasslands and the majestic open skies above, the province’s largest city is also home to one of Canada’s oldest provincial breweries that, unthinkably, once came within a whisker of closure and demolition.
Started up in 1927 under the Hub City Brewing Company moniker—a nod to Saskatoon’s status as Canada’s central commercial distribution hub— the upstart brewer changed its name to Western Canada Brewing Company
in 1930 and then to Drewery’s Ltd. in 1932.
Acquired by O’Keefe Brewing in 1956, the brewery’s days seemed to be numbered after a 1988 merger between Carling O’Keefe and Molson Brewing Company , with an imminent loss of about 40 full-time jobs at the plant.
Remarkably, a group of 16 employees and management pooled their resources and secured enough government financial assistance to buy the facility and its assets from Molson in 1989—launching the Great Western Brewing Company the following year.
Starting with two initial brands, Great Western’s product portfolio grew to comprise 11 different brand names by 2004, along with a thriving third-party manufacturing and co-packing business with various marketers to produce beer and other beverages at the facility.
With annual production capacity of about 275,000 hectoliters, the independent, employee-owned brewer today ranks as one of the largest regional brewers in
The Performance series case-packer from Delkor Systems has been dedicated to the case-packing of large-format Mega Pack beer cases holding 36 or 48 cans of beer per case.
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The Great Western brewery in Saskatoon produces and average of 250,000 beer cans per day.
western Canada, producing about 250,000 cans of beer per day and marketing its products throughout western Canada.
“Our brands are very well-known in Saskatchewan, and we are gaining market share in Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia,” says vice-president of operations Allan Genest.
“We are constantly pursuing new opportunities to expand our regional reach,” says Genest, citing a healthy customer base that includes government-operated liquor stores, bars, pubs, restaurants, entertainment venues and sports teams, among others.
“We have beverages that appeal to all demographics: male and female, valuepriced, mainstream and premium beer drinkers,” notes Genest, adding the facility currently houses three canning lines and one keg line to keep production going at a healthy pace throughout the year.
“We do our packaging over four 10hour shifts, and we’ll often run a double 10-hour shift during the summer months,” Genest relates.
“That’s 20 hours of packaging, with four hours to clean between shifts,” he adds.
As Genest relates, the brewery currently manufactures 22 different prod-
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ucts in 10 different packaging formats, with the company’s Original 16 premium brand family—so named as tribute to the 16 founding shareholders—the flagship Great Western range (mainstream) and Brewhouse (value) brands being its bestselling products.
In fact, the Original 16 brand of pre-
mium beers is widely acknowledged as “Saskatchewan’s favorite beer brand,” according to Genest.
Despite being a regional player, Great Western has been recognized with multiple prestigious international awards of excellence over the years, including:
• A Gold Medal at the Midwest Brewers Festival in 1999 and Bronze Winner at the 2000 World Beer Cup for the Great Western Premium Light brand;
• A Gold Medal winner at the Midwest Brewers Festival in 2000 for the Great Western Premium Lager;
• A Gold Medal winner at the Monde Selection competition in Belgium in 2001.
• Numerous Canadian Brewing Awards, including Gold, Silver and Bronze wins for the Original 16 Pale Ale and several other brands.
Left: Supplied by Graphic Packaging International, the pre-printed Mega Pack cases making their way in and out of the Performance series case-packer.
Most recently, the company’s Original 16 Prairie White wheat beer brand was selected as the Gold Medal winner in the global Hermes Creative Awards competition for marketing excellence.
For Genest, such recognition is resounding validation of the company’s proud tradition of local ingredient sourcing and manufacturing for all its products.
As the company’s website proclaims, “We pay a premium to make sure that Saskatchewan’s beer truly is 100-percent locally brewed, owned and grown.
“We work directly with the farmers who grow the barley to make your beer, so we know exactly what’s going into every batch we make.”
In addition to using top-quality ingredients to make its beer, the Great Western brewery is highly selective when it comes to the quality of its processing and packaging equipment, constantly upgrading its packaging lines to boost productivity, output and operational flexibility, according to Genest.
“We measure our facilities performance in many ways,” Genest relates.
“From raw materials used in making our beers and energy used to manufacture on to shrinkage or any losses in our process, through to hectoliters-per-man-hour in packaging, product storage and transportation to the point-of-sale.”
Being an independent brewery also allows Great Western to respond to many
Above: Great Western Brewing Company’s vice-president of operations Allan Genest.
changes in the marketplace in a timely manner, says Genest, citing the company’s decision to exit the bottled beer segment a few years ago due to the fast-growing popularity of canned beer.
To facilitate the switch, the brewery has carried out extensive capital upgrades to improve its canning capabilities and expertise as part of its larger efforts to create a “state-of-the-art brewery through innovation and automation,” according to Genest.
The company’s proactive capital investment strategy is well encapsulated on its canning lines with top-of-the-line packaging equipment that comprises:
• A model 609 bulk can depalletizer from the American Can Company;
• A high-speed Crown filler with an Angelus model 61H seamer;
• A Krones Checkmat inline inspection system, along with a Krones conveyor systems and a Krones tunnel pasteurizer.
• An inline BBull fill and leak detection system.
• A Douglas Machine cartoner;
• C&A Industries conveying systems.
• An FKI brand palletizer from Honeywell Intelligrated In the spring of 2021, the Great West-
ern brewery made another major investment in its canning operations with the installation of a new ‘Mega Pack Line,’ dedicated to the production of large-format beer cases holding 36 to 48 beer cans per case.
As Genest explains, the customer demand for large-format beer packaging soared during the past two years of COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns—opening a lucrative market niche for Great Western to tap into.
“During the pandemic, consumers wanted to make less trips and to buy more quantity of products per trip,” Genest relates.
“Larger pack size also means a more competitive price based on volume,” adds Genest, citing “highly competitive” pricing pressures in the beer market.
With demand for the new Mega Pack cases growing in leaps and bounds, the brewer quickly found itself in need of a high-performance case-packing machine that would automatically handle the packing of filled aluminum cans, supplied by Crown Metal Corporation, inside the pre-printed paperboard large-format cartons manufactured by Graphic Packaging International. After carefully evaluating available options, Great Western decided to contact Delkor Systems, Inc., a renowned manufacturer of automatic secondary packaging machinery headquartered in Minneapolis, Minn.
Working closely with Delkor’s machinery experts, Great Western quickly found the solution it was looking for with Delkor’s Performance series case-packer.
Manufactured at Delkor’s state-ofthe-art Minneapolis production facility employing over 340 people, the Performance series case-packers feature double-patented Intelligent Synchronization technology that eliminates the need for traditional collation chains, buckets and fixed guides—minimizing change parts inventory and expenses—as well as an innovative contoured infeed system that can handle speeds of up to 300 containers per minute, depending on container type and style.
Operated via a speedy gantry pickand-place robotic system, the compact case-packer is essentially “an electronic solution that controls and monitors both product flow and accumulation patterns without any mechanical devices,” according to Delkor Systems vice-president of sales and marketing Dan Altman.
“Eliminating those components from the design makes the machine a lot more compact, so that it can fit just about anywhere, and much more economical— up to $100,000 less than conventional mechanical designs,” Altman points out.
“Moreover, the Performance machine makes changeovers super simple,” says Altman, adding most standard product
Capable of reaching throughput speeds of up to 300 containers per minute, depending on container type and style, the Performance case-packers patented Intelligent Synchronization technology allows it to control and monitor product flow and accumulation without the use of any mechanical devices.
changeovers can be performed in two to three minutes without any tools and minimal change parts.
Fully loaded with leading-edge Allen-Bradley process controls and software from Rockwell Automation —a standard feature on all Delkor-built packaging machinery—the Performance case-packer has proven its worth in flying colors since arriving at the Great Western brewery.
“The Delkor machine has been awesome to work with,” says Great Western Brewing’s packaging manager Brian Ellard, who initially recommended Delkor to Genest based on his prior professional experience with Delkor’s technology.
“The thing I like the most is how easy it is to change over from different pack sizes,” Ellard states. “If we’re running different sizes back-to-back, it only takes a few minutes with toolless changeover to adjust, which makes it easy and efficient for our maintenance staff.
“The machine has been running above
our expectations,” Ellard states, “with better case-packing efficiencies than we ever had before.”
Genest agrees, lauding the Performance series case-packer for its “high-quality engineering and manufacturing.”
Says Genest: “The Delkor Performance loader has proven to be very efficient in our operation.
“The design and ease of changeover makes this machine one of our best in the facility,” states Genest, while also complimenting Delkor technicians for “flawless installation and follow-up support.
“The integration of the machine to our in-house maintenance team was very well orchestrated and well-received by our team,” he adds, adding the new machine has had a positive impact on the brewery’s line efficiencies and overall packaging competencies.
“Packaging plays a strong role in our business,” he says, “as it must work harder than ever to enable us to compete in a highly fragmented market with a con-
sistent flow of new entrants.
“Our move into large-format packaging is just one of several packaging innovations we’re currently working on,” Genest confides, “and we are looking forward to building on our success.”
For Delkor’s Altman, the Performance case-packer installation project at Great Western will always have a special place in his heart as well.
“This was our first installation of the Performance case-packer in Canada,” he says, “and we could not think of a better first-time client.
“They are a great company, with great people who know exactly what they need to do and what kind of machinery they need to do their job the best they can.”
According to Altman, the introduction of the Performance case-packers to the market in 2018 has been one of Delkor Systems’ most successful new product launches in years, with 62 Performance case-packers sold and installed to date.
Marking its debut in the Canadian market with a successful installation and commissioning at the Great Western brewery is the proverbial icing on the cake, according to Altman.
“We are proud to have our technology put to good use by people who understand what makes our technology a good investment for their business,” Altman sums up, “and we wish them all the success in the world.”
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Palletized and stretchwrapped stacks of beer cases being readied for customer delivery in the brewery’s shipping area.
Please see a video of the Delkor Systems’ Performa series case-packer in action at the Great Western Brewing plant in Saskatoon, Sask., on Canadian Packaging TV at: www.canadianpackaging.com
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The historic building housing the Great Western Brewing company has been a local Saskatoon landmark since 1927.
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CIRCULAR DESIGNS
Adopting an eco-friendly approach to packaging design
By Nathalie Gamache
Today, consumers are increasingly aware of environmental issues and are pressuring companies to reduce their environmental footprint. This can have an influence on their purchasing decisions and, as a result, shapes new packaging trends.
With the multiplication of eco-friendly options on the market, it is becoming more complex for a company that wants to reduce its packaging environmental footprint to identify the factors that will have a concrete influence. To deal with this complexity and ensure the validity of the approach, there are key principles to guide you in your packaging creation.
Minimizing impact through eco-design When designing new packaging, wheth-
er the main focus is to transport goods or to have a shelf impact, the overall weight of its life cycle must be considered from the beginning of the project, in addition to traditional criteria such as ergonomics, safety, performance, aesthetics, and costs. This is the base principle of eco-design.
IMPORTANT CRITERIA TO CONSIDER
To help you make choices aimed at reducing the overall environmental impact at each stage of the packaging’s life cycle you must take into consideration the following important criteria:
• Carefully consider materials and inputs
• Optimize packaging design
• Consider Manufacturing process
• Optimize the supply chain & transportation
• Reduce waste or losses by better protecting the product
• Consider end of life
By adopting eco-design principles, you can avoid shifting impacts from one stage of life cycle to another (for example, by replacing an input that would make the product non-recyclable) and identify opportunities for improvement to further reduce the footprint of a new package. Furthermore, in the context of increased environmental challenges, we sometimes tend to think that packaging is superfluous when in fact it performs essential functions such as protection and loss management - ultimately reducing waste.
From the materials used, the preservation technology, the design; there is a range of existing possibilities to adapt the packaging to the products it protects, extend their life and reduce the risk of waste altogether. When considering the entire life cycle of a product, the content often has more impact than the container. Protecting it well therefore becomes an essential part of the equation.
Finally, to be recycled, packaging must be recyclable. Cardboard, molded pulp, plastic; the recyclable materials are numerous, yet several factors influence their recyclability potential. Eco-design experts take these elements into account when developing new packaging to maximize their chances of having a second life.
CIRCULAR ECONOMY AND ECO-DESIGN: A NECESSARY ALLIANCE
Eco-design and the circular economy are closely related concepts. The latter model is based on using resources to their full potential, avoiding waste caused by the linear logic of extraction-production-con-
sumption-waste. Companies that decide to use predominantly recycled inputs in their packaging contribute to the circular economy, a practice that always has a positive impact on the life cycle of a product. It prevents the extraction of new resources, in addition to diverting materials from landfills that can be used again. Its positive impact also extends to energy consumption, climate change, and the economy.
Circular economy: a tool of choice to reduce the pressure on our resources
The statistics put out forward by organizations focusing on the circularity of our resources, such as the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Québec Circulaire, and Circle Economy, are worrying. The opinions of these organizations are unanimous: the pressure on natural resources is so great, that we must collectively aim for a better circularity, by reusing in place of virgin inputs. According to the latest estimated results published in the Circularity Gap Report, the circularity rate was 8.6% worldwide in 2021, a decrease of 0.5% compared to the estimated figure two years earlier. In other words, we waste 91% of our resources as the majority of our consumer goods are not designed to be reused or recycled. Disturbing data demonstrates the enormous vacant space available for improvement. Experts estimate that for our resources to have time to regenerate, the circularity rate should at least double at 17%.
This is why it is important for the industry to focus on the recyclability of products and packaging based on eco-design throughout the life cycle.
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about today. It has become a master in fiber recycling and has become the leading paper and cardboard recycler in Canada as one of the most responsible companies in the world according to Global100. A crescendo of good news that makes Cascades a partner of choice when creating new packaging that is eco-designed, contains the best inputs, and is manufactured using the most efficient methods. Working with Cascades means having all this expertise at your fingertips.
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SHAKE AND BAKE!
Annual baking industry showcase
makes its longawaited comeback
It’s time. After three long years, the baking industry’s premier event is back in a big way, with IBIE 2022 (International Baking Industry Exhibition) organizers working around the clock to make this year’ event the most memorable and dynamic one yet.
Scheduled to run at the Las Vegas Convention Center from Sept. 18 to Sept. 21, 2002, the four-day showcase will feature nearly 1,000 exhibitors displaying the industry’s latest innovations, including:
• Automation & robotics
• Baking equipment & systems
• Business ser vices
• Ingredients, flavorings, spices & fillings Ingredient handling systems
• Packaging materials & systems technology
• Refr igeration equipment
• Sanitation equipment
• Transportation & distribution equipment.
Sponsored by the American Bakers Association (ABA) , Bakery Equipment Manufacturers and Allieds (BEMA) and the Retail Bakers of America (RBA), IBIE 2022 is the ideal forum for making new contacts, sharing best practices and trading insights with industry peers.
Visitors to the show have the opportunity to attend leading-edge practical educational sessions to learn about creative strategies for improving their bakeries and increasing their profit margins.
Here are some of the technologies to be displayed at IBIE 2022 next month:
Visitors to the International Baking Industry Exposition 2022 can gain an overview on how bakery products are packed safely and sustainably at the Syntegon Technology ’s Booth 325, where the company’s machine experts will unveil the Kliklok ACE carton erector; the Pack 202 horizontal form-fill-seal (HFFS) machine, and the CBS-D band sealer.
Each of the machines is designed to support bakery manufacturers in processing a wide range of different bakery
products such as cookies, cakes, donuts or bars, in a sustainable way.
“Visitors to the IBIE trade show will get an impression of the brands that come together as Syntegon: Doboy, Elematic, Kliklok, Osgood, Sigpack and Woodman.
“With our versatile portfolio, we offer solutions from standalone machines to complete packaging systems,” says Syntegon’s product sales manager Dave Wood.
“Syntegon values continuous improvement and addresses future-oriented topics such as sustainability in the bakery sector,” Wood says.
“Whether it is reducing material con-
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GEA Group’s new SmartPacker CX400 D-Zip bagging machine.
sumption, switching to alternative materials or modifying sealing processes: our experts will facilitate the way towards more eco-friendly packaging.”
Because sustainability endeavors not only protect the environment, but also the products, Syntegon’s three showcased technologies combine sustainability with optimal product protection for sensitive foods. Visitors can take a closer look at the Kliklok ACE carton erector that uses the innovative lock-style technology to fold glue-free paper trays for cookies—and enabling manufacturers to replace plastic with recyclable paper. Afterwards, the cookie trays are fed into the horizontal flow wrapper Pack 202 flow-wrapper that packages them in pillow pouches made from monomaterial films.
Alternatively, manufacturers can opt for paper flow wraps by integrating the “paper-ON-form” retrofit kit into their existing form, fill and seal machines. When it comes to sustainability, not only do alternative materials play an important role, but also new sealing technologies are crucial to making food packaging more environmentally friendly.
At IBIE 2022, Syntegon will demonstrate how the CBS-D band sealer for vertical and horizontal formats creates tighter seals and thus effectively reduces material consumption. It also features PTFE-coated fiberglass sealing bands that ensure high-quality sealing and minimize machine wear and maintenance.
Says Wood: “Our processing and packaging experts continuously rethink packaging by focusing on R&D to make bakery production processes more sustainable.
“Besides technologies that reduce the amount of conventional plastic packaging solutions—such as the recently launched DCS discharge station for cookies, crackers and biscuits—it also avoids product waste thanks to its gentle handling using belt slides.”
Syntegon Technology Booth #325
GEA Group will display its new GEA SmartPacker CX400 D-Zip machine for pre-packaged food products application in retail and foodservice environments.
Combining fast, high-quality operation with maximum flexibility and uptime, the user-friendly machine can produce more than 10 different bag styles that are appropriate for crackers, cookies and other baked goods.
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The SmartPacker machine also produces premium quality D-ZIP bags, and it features an innovative corner seal unit designed to reduce complexity and improve package quality, equipment flexibility and serviceability.
According to the company, users can expect premium performance from their GEA SmartPacker CX400 D-Zip with an output of up to 100 D-Zip bags/minute and enjoy 98 percent uptime and highly accurate operation from a machine that carries the smallest footprint of any other comparable machine in the industry.
Easy to use, the bagger has a changeover time of under 45 minutes—without the use of special tools—and features front discharge.
The premium quality D-Zip bag leave nothing to be desired with smooth and sharp cross seals, an elegant and slim design, and air/gas-tight sealing.
The GEA SmartPacker CX400 D-Zip design also reduces the amount of plastic required for the zipper by approximately 15 per cent by eliminating the zipper material in the cross-seal, which also reduces plastic waste by requiring no punching.
GEA Group Booth #7547
Formost Fuji Corporation (represented in Canada by Abbey Equipment Solutions) will be demonstrating multiple pieces of packaging equipment at the show, including four different hori-
zontal flow-wrapper models and a stateof-the-art bagging machine.
The display will feature a JLS Automation pick-and-place robot feeding product into a Formost Fuji flow-pack wrapper to demonstrate the efficiency of robotics and the simplicity of adding automation to the wrapping line.
“It has been three years since the last IBIE show, with a lot of challenges and changes during that time, so we are looking forward to seeing everyone in person to demonstrate the new innovations and packaging solutions that Formost Fuji has to offer,” says Formost Fuji’s marketing coordinator Angela McDaniel, adding the company’s booth will have plenty of Fuji sales team, engineers, controls and service experts at the show to help attendees find optimal solutions for their production challenges.
Formost Fuji Corporation Booth #1401
Leading Canadian conveyor systems manufacturer and integrator Storcan will team up with its Italian partner LM to show off a wide range of in technologically advanced handling solutions such as sorting and product orientation systems.
Deigned for high-speed lines, LM solutions can be positioned either at the start or at the end of packaging lines and equipped with Storcan’s varied and custom conveying solutions for transporting products of different shapes, texture, and
weight in a cold/humid or warm/dry environment.
A Formost Fuji horizontal flow-wrapping machine.
Fortress Technology’s Raptor model checkweigher.
During the IBIE show, the two companies will exhibit their conveying and handling systems for bakery products, while offering attendee all the information they need on how to build an optimal food production line.
Storcan/LM Booth #7827
Fortress Technology Inc. will demonstrate how the company’s the high-speed Raptor Checkweigher can help the bakery sector to effectively offset the escalating inflationary rises and sector price hikes by delivering premium inspection and weight checks at a highly competitive price-point to put an end to costly product giveaway.
Designed to deliver 100-percent reliable weight control with ±0.025-gram accuracy, the standard Fortress Raptor Checkweigher can weigh bread, snack and pastry product packs, up to a maximum of 17 pounds, with an XL (55lb and 110lb) heavy duty version also available for bulk and ingredient applications.
Measuring less than 1.3 metres with the reject system (standard model) the Raptor Checkweigher slots easily into existing bakery production lines with virtually no business disruption. Its modular electronics suite allows for full integration with a Fortress metal detector to create a high-precision combination system.
A food-grade Storcan conveyor in action inside a commercial bakery.
By digitizing the checkweighing process, manufacturers can rapidly achieve productivity gains and save thousands of dollars in product giveaway.
Also to be featured at show, the Interceptor BRC metal detector is designed to overcome product effect when inspecting baked bread; the Interceptor DF (Divergent Field) for low-profile foods like cookies and snack bars; and the ‘Big Bag’ metal detector for bulk grain and ingredient inspections, plus the company’s unique easy clean conveyor.
Fortress Technology Inc.
Booth #7005
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The Schuber t Group will showcase its lightline Cartonpacker —a configured custom case packer offering Schubert’s proven robot-assisted technology in a reliable automation solution that delivers maximum availability and outstanding packaging quality.
“As one of the largest trade events for the grain-based foods industry, the IBIE is a one-stop shop for manufacturers in baking, and we are looking forward to sharing our latest innovations, insights and experience with the community”, explains Hartmut Siegel, chief executive officer at Schubert North America.
Schubert’s modular, robot-based, top-loading packaging machines (TLM) enable bakers to produce cost-effectively and efficiently. Schubert will present its cutting-edge technology to solve requirements such as filling baked goods, quickly-changing packaging formats, double-packaged products, product fragility, pressure and heat-sensitivity with Schubert’s market-leading robot technology.
Booth #445
Paxiom Group ’s exhibit will showcase the company’s ValTara SleekWrapper i65 system for wrapping hard-to-handle products such as soft baked goods, tortillas, fresh produce, meats and multipack trays.
from below so that delicate and hard-to-wrap products are securely carried on top of the packaging, essentially pulling them through the wrapping process. By carrying the product through instead of pushing it, the integrity and the aesthetics of the product are maintained.
Built with reliability and serviceability in mind, this affordable, easy-to-use flow-wrapper features integrated infeed and exit conveyors, stainless-steel frame and discharge chute, easily accessible film carriage and a large color touchscreen control
When speaking about their newly integrated SleekWrapper, production and operations manager Jason Stovra of Spring Meadows Natural Pet Food stated that “everything really came together well with this project: a high-quality product in high-quality packaging produced on a high-quality machine.” Stovra went on to say that “The machine has run like clockwork, running 50 packs per minute, or roughly 10 pounds of product, producing perfect hermetically sealed packages to keep the product nice and fresh.”
From entry-level machines to integrated high-speed systems, ValTara offers a complete line of easily customized flow-wrapping machines for every industry.
Paxiom Group Booth #444
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Who makes/sells what, and where to find them
ASSOCIATIONS
AICC - THE INDEPENDENT PACKAGING ASSOCIATION
113 S West St Alexandria VA 22314 Tel: 703-836-2422 Fax: 703-836-2795 Web: www.aiccbox.org
AICC CANADA - THE INDEPENDENT PACKAGING ASSOCIATION
43 King St. W. PO Box 35 Caledon ON L7E 5T1 Tel: 833-200-8333 Fax: 833-2008333 Web: https://www.aiccbox.ca
410-99 Bank St Ottawa ON K1P 6B9 Tel: 613-563-1441 Fax: 613-563-4720 Web: www.fpac.ca
GLASS PACKAGING
INSTITUTE 1220 North Fillmore St Suite 400 Alexandria VA 22201 Tel: 703-684-6359 Fax: 703-546-0588 Web: www.gpi.org
HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE PACKAGING
COUNCIL
268-2711 Buford Rd Bon Air VA 232352423 Tel: 804-338-5778 Fax: 888-8124272 Web: www.hcpconline.org
INSTITUTE OF PACKAGING PROFESSIONALS (IOPP) One Parkview Plaza Suite 800 Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181 Tel: 630-544-5050 Web: www.iopp.org NORTH AMERICAN MEAT INSTITUTE 1150 Connecticut Ave NW 12th Floor Washington DC 20036 Tel: 202-5874200 Fax: 202-587-4300 Web: www. meatinstitute.org
NSF CANADA
125 Chancellors Way Guelph ON N1G 0E7 Tel: 519-821-1246 Fax: 519-836-1281 Web: www.nsfcanada.ca
ONTARIO INDEPENDENT MEAT PROCESSORS ASSOCIATION
B1-52 Royal Rd Guelph ON N1H 1G3 Tel: 519-763-4558 Fax: 519-763-4164 Web: www.oimp.ca PAC GLOBAL
600-15 Allstate Parkway Markham ON L3R 5B4 Tel: 647-993-7600 Web: www. pac.global PAPER & PAPERBOARD PACKAGING ENVIRONMENTAL COUNCIL (PPEC)
3-1995 Clark Blvd Brampton ON L6T 4W1 Tel: 905-458-0087 Fax: 905-458-2052 Web: www.ppec-paper.com
PAPERBOARD PACKAGING COUNCIL
1350 Main St Suite 1508 Springfield MA 01103-1670 Tel: 413-686-9191
PLASTICS INSTITUTE OF AMERICA One University Ave Ball Hall Room 204 Lowell MA 01854 Tel: 978-934-2575 Fax: 978-934-3089
PMMI - THE ASSOCIATION FOR PACKAGING AND PROCESSING TECHNOLOGIES
12930 Worldgate Dr Suite 200 Herndon VA 20170 Tel: 571-612-3200 Fax: 703243-8556 Web: www.pmmi.org RECYCLING COUNCIL OF ONTARIO
PO Box 83 Orangeville ON L9W 2Z5 Tel: 416-657-2797 888-501-9637 Web: www.rco.on.ca ROBOTIC INDUSTRIES ASSOCIATION 900 Victors Way Suite 140 Ann Arbor MI 48108 Tel: 734-994-6088 Fax: 734994-3338 Web: www.robotics.org
SEPTIMATECH GROUP INC. 106 Randall Dr Waterloo ON N2V 1K5 Tel: 519-746-7463 888-777-6775 Fax: 519746-3464 Web: www.septimatech.com SPI: THE PLASTICS INDUSTRY TRADE ASSOCIATION 1425 K Street NW Suite 500 Washington DC 20005 Tel: 202-974-5200 Web: www. plasticsindustry.org U.S. POULTRY & EGG ASSOCIATION 1530 Cooledge Rd Tucker GA 300847303 Tel: 770-493-9401 Fax: 770-4939257 Web: www.uspoultry.org
MATERIALS & COMPONENTS
• This section includes any item that forms part of the finished package. Examples: closures, coatings, films, foils, inks, labels, papers, tags and tapes.
• Advertisers are shown in red type
• For full addresses of companies listed on the following pages, turn to the Address Section of this Buyers’ Guide.
ADDITIVE MASTER BATCHES
Delkor Systems Inc.
Henkel Corporation
Plastiques Lausa Int,l inc.
Singular Solutions Inc.
ADHESIVES
1 Animal
2 Cold Glue
3 Hotmelt
4 Jelly Gum
5 Lacquer Or Coating Type Silicate
6 Paste & Vegetable
7 Rubber-Based Resins & Solvent
8 UV-Cured
9 Vinyl Emulsion
3M Canada Company 3,7,9
Canpaco Inc. 2-3
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging 2
CRAWFORD PACKAGING 3
Glue Dots International 2-3,7
Gluefast Company Inc. 1-3,9
GlueGuard, Inc. 1-9
Goldrich Printpak Inc. 2-3,5,8
H B Fuller Canada 2-4,6-7,9
Habasit Canada Limited 2-3
Henkel Corporation 2-9
HMA Systems 3
Jowat Canada 2-3,7-9
OBX Works Inc. 2-3
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc. 3
Robatech Canada 3
Singular Solutions Inc. 5
Technical Adhesives Limited 1-3,6,9
Valco Melton 2-3
VisuaScan Inc. 2
WestRock 3
ALUMINUM FOIL
Heat Sealing Packaging
PAPERLAND CANADA INC.
Servicorp Industrial Supplies
Taisei Lamick - Dangan
Winpak Ltd.
BANDSTRETCH
Canadian Paper & Packaging Co.
Canpaco Inc.
Omega Design Corp.
Plan Automation Inc.
BARCODE MASTERS
1 Barcode
2 EPS
Barcode Graphics Inc. 1-2
Goldrich Printpak Inc. 1
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc. 1-2
Turck Canada Inc. 1
BARRIER MATERIALS
1 Coating
2 Films
3 Others
4 Resins
Alte-Rego Corporation 2
Bericap North America Inc. 3
Canpaco Inc. 2
Cartier 2
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging 2
Duropac 2-3
Farnell Packaging Limited 2
General Magnaplate Corp. 1
Goldrich Printpak Inc. 1
Harlund Industries Ltd. 2
Heat Sealing Packaging 2
Hexion Inc. 4
Inteplast Bags and Films Corporation - Hare-
mar Plastic Manufacturing Division 2
Klöckner Pentaplast of Canada, Inc. 2-3
Moore Packaging Corporation 1
Multivac Canada Inc. 2
PACKPRO Systems 2
PAL Distributors Inc. 2-3
Peel Plastic Products Ltd. 1-2
Richards Packaging Inc. 4
Sealed Air Corporation 2
Singular Solutions Inc. 1,4
Spicers Canada 1
Winpak Ltd. 2-4
Winpak Portion Packaging Ltd. 3
BLISTERS
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.
Canpaco Inc.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Goldrich Printpak Inc.
Spicers Canada
BOARD
1 All Grades Folding Set-Up
2 Clay-Coated
3 Coated For Skin Blister
4 Corrugated
5 Corrugated Plastic
6 Metalized
7 Moisture-Proof Grease Proof
8 Non-Slip Coated
9 Plastic-Coated
10 Wax-Coated
Canadian Paper & Packaging Co. 1-2,4
Canpaco Inc. 2-5,7-10
Cartier 4
CRAWFORD PACKAGING 2,8
Delkor Systems Inc. 4
Diversco Global Packaging Inc. 4-5
Donway Packaging Corp. Ltd. 2,7
Elopak Canada Inc. 9
Federal Plastics 8
Goldrich Printpak Inc. 1-4,6-9
Graphic Packaging International Canada 1-4,6-10
Imperial Dade Canada Inc. 2,4,7-8,10
Kallima (produced by Rayonier Advanced Materials) 1
Kruger Inc. 4
Moore Packaging Corporation 4,10
Packaging Technologies Inc. 2,4,7-8
PAPERLAND CANADA INC. 2,9
Spicers Canada 1-4,6-10
Uline Canada Corp. 4
WestRock 2,4,10 CAN/BOTTLE HANDLES
Equipment
31 Tamper-Evident (Security)
32 Vacuum
3M Canada Company 2,18,22,31
Bericap North America Inc. 2,6-9,11,13,1620,22,25-26,31
Unsupported Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 2-3 ASL Print FX Ltd. 1-3
Covertech Flexible Packaging 1 Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 2-3
Printpak Inc.
We’ve packed all the multi-ply strength and versatility you’ve come to expect from Kallima® into a foldable, printable, boxable solution for your packaging, cartons, POP displays… and everything in between. Made right here in North America, with its unique high-bulk, low-density construction, Kallima box™ sets you free to focus on what really matters. 1 800 411-7011
One connection level covers all interfaces: directly on the servo drive without requiring upstream I/O
The AMI812x integrated servo drive:
integrated servo drive for compact drive technology (up to 48 V DC) combines highly compact servomotor, output stage and fieldbus connection for all motion requirements in the power range up to 400 watts for single axes or with daisy-chain solutions on the machine supports machine concepts without control cabinets
IP65 protection degree possible with sealing ring option
Safe torque off (STO) safety over FSoE (Safety over EtherCAT) reduces installation and integrates seamlessly into safety solutions
Beckhoff offers a complete, compact control solution including a range of compact motion technologies for servo, stepper, DC motors and more
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 1,3
Stock Packaging Canada 1
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 1,3
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-3
Turck Canada Inc. 1-3
Uline Canada Corp. 2
Valco Melton 1
Videojet Canada 1-3
VisuaScan Inc. 1-3
Weber Marking Systems of Canada 1-3
BLISTER FORMING
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
Canadian Paper & Packaging Co.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Goldrich Printpak Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
BLISTER SEALING
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Goldrich Printpak Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
BLOWMOLDING
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Ampak Inc
Buzz Equipment
Cube Automation
KHS USA, Inc
Krones - North America
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Plastics Institute of America
BOTTLING
1 Capping
2 Cleaning Air
3 Cleaning Steam
4 Cleaning Washing
5 Filling
6 Sorting Equipment
Abbey Equipment Solutions 5
Aesus Packing Systems Inc. 1-2,5-6
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 1-2,4-6
Alfatec Machine Inc. 1,3-4,6
All-Fill Inc. 5
Alpha Checkweighers 5
Ampak Inc 1
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc. 1,4
Artypac Automation Inc. 1-6
Bericap North America Inc. 1
Buzz Equipment 1-6
CAPMATIC LTD 1-2,4-6
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1,5-6
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-6
Columbia Coding & Marking 1-2,5
Cube Automation 1-6
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions 4
Eckert Machines 2
ESS Technologies 1,5
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions 1,3,5
Hibar Systems Ltd. 5-6
IMA North America Inc. 1,4-6
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2,5-6
KHS USA, Inc 4-5
Krones - North America 4-5
Lyne Systems 6
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-6
McBrady Engineering Inc. 2-4
MD Packaging Inc. 1-3,5-6
Nalbach Engineering Company, Inc. 4-6
New England Machinery Inc. 1-2,6
Newmapak Ltd. 1-6
nVenia 1,5
Ohlson Packaging 5
Omega Design Corp. 2,6
Optima Machinery Corporation 1-6
Pacific Packaging Machinery 5
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd. 1,5
Paxiom Group 1,5-6
Plan Automation Inc. 1-6
PMC Industries 1
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-6
Prodo-Pak Corp 3,6
R E Morrison Equipment Inc. 2,4
R-J Machinery Inc. 1,5
Schubert Packaging Automation Inc. 1,5-6
Septimatech Group Inc. 1-2,4-6
Shawpak Systems Ltd. 1,5
Singular Solutions Inc. 2,6
STANMECH Technologies Inc. 2
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 1,6
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2,4-6
Valtara 1
Zalkin Americas, LLC 1,6
BUNDLE-TYING
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
EAM-Mosca (Canada) Ltd.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
BUNDLING ACCUMULATING PARCEL-
Automation From a Single Source
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
nVenia
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
BUNDLING ACCUMULATING PARCELING: KRAFT
Canpaco Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
nVenia
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
BUNDLING ACCUMULATING PARCELING: SHRINKFILM
3G Packaging Corp.
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc.
Ariva
Buzz Equipment
Canpaco Inc.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Douglas Machine Inc.
PACKAGING MACHINERY
Omega Design Corp.
Optima Machinery Corporation
Plan Automation Inc.
Plexpack Corp
PMR Packaging Inc.
Sealed Air Corporation
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
BUNDLING ACCUMULATING PARCELING: STRETCHFILM
3G Packaging Corp.
Canpaco Inc.
CAPS/PhoenixWrappers
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Eastey
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
IMA North America Inc.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
nVenia
Omega Design Corp.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Samuel Packaging Systems Group
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
CANNING
1 Capping
2 Filling
3 Making
4 Milk Can Washing, Drying
5 Sealing
Abbey Equipment Solutions 2
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 2
Alfatec Machine Inc. 1-2,4-5
All-Fill Inc. 2
Alpha Checkweighers 2
Artypac Automation Inc. 2
Buzz Equipment 1-2
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-5
Columbia Coding & Marking 1-2,5
EDGME Inc. 2,5
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions 1,5
Hibar Systems Ltd. 2
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2,5
KHS USA, Inc 2,5
Krones - North America 2,5
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-2,4-5
MapleJet Co. 2-3
MD Packaging Inc. 2-3
Nalbach Engineering Company, Inc. 2
Newmapak Ltd. 1-2,5
Optima Machinery Corporation 1-2,5
Pacific Packaging Machinery 2
Pemberton & Associates Inc. 2
Plan Automation Inc. 1-5
PMC Industries 1
PMR Packaging Inc. 2
R E Morrison Equipment Inc. 4
R-J Machinery Inc. 2
Singular Solutions Inc. 2
Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery Inc. 2
Speedway Packaging Machinery 2
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 2
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2,5
VC999 Canada Ltd. 1-2,5
CAP & COVER LINING
Columbia Coding & Marking
EDGME Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Nordson Canada Limited
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
Singular Solutions Inc.
CAP SEALERS
Aesus Packing Systems Inc.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
ROVEMA – your partner. For sustainable packaging solutions.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
CAPMATIC LTD
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Cube Automation
Enercon Industries Corp.
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Habasit Canada Limited
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc.
Lepel Corp Capsealing Div.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Optima Machinery Corporation
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd.
PDC International Corp
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
Speedway Packaging Machinery
Storcan
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
CAPSULE FILLING
All-Fill Inc.
Buzz Equipment
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Hibar Systems Ltd.
IMA North America Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Plan Automation Inc.
Sarong North America Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
CARTON UNLOADER
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Blueprint Automation (BPA)
Buzz Equipment
Canpaco Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Honeywell Intelligrated
Ilapak Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Yaskawa America Inc., Motoman Robotics Div.
CARTONING
Protect your product and switch flexibly between packaging materials and bag shapes with our best in class VFFS solutions.
For over 65 years ROVEMA has been a global leader in design and manufacture of vertical form fill and seal bagging equipment. Our product line includes cartoning equipment and end of line solutions giving us the capability to supply a single source for your bagging requirements.
ANYPACK – Supplying packaging machinery in Canada for over 30 years.
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.)
PACKPRO Systems
Pemberton & Associates Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
CHECKWEIGHING
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Ahearn & Soper Inc.
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Anritsu - Product Inspection & Detection
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Bizerba Canada Inc.
Buzz Equipment
CAM Packaging Systems
Canpaco Inc.
CAPMATIC LTD
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Cube Automation
Fortress Technology, Inc.
Heat and Control, Inc.
Link Pack Group
Loma Systems, an ITW Company
Lyne Systems
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MapleJet Co.
MD Packaging Inc.
Mettler-Toledo Canada
Newmapak Ltd.
nVenia
Ohlson Packaging
PACK3000 CANADA LTD
PAL Distributors Inc.
Paxiom Group
Pemberton & Associates Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
Reiser (Canada) Co.
Rockwell Automation Canada/Allen-Bradley
+ Rockwell Software Brands
Sesotec Canada Ltd
Shawpak Systems Ltd.
Siemens Canada Limited
Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery Inc.
Storcan
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
TNA North America Inc.
VC999 Canada Ltd.
Yamato Corporation
CODING
1 Coding Imprinters
2 Embossing Imprinters
3 Hot-Stamping Imprinters
4 Ink-Jet Imprinters
5 Laser Imprinters
6 Marking Imprinters
7 Numbering Imprinters
3G Packaging Corp. 1-2,4-6
Aesus Packing Systems Inc. 3,7
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 1-7
Alfatec Machine Inc. 6
Artypac Automation Inc. 2-3
BELL-MARK 1,4,6-7
Bemis Packaging 1-7
Best Packaging Systems 1,4
Buzz Equipment 1-7
Canpaco Inc. 1,3-7
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging 1-7
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1-2,4-6
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-7
NO MORE REASON TO PUT DECISIONS ON ICE. THE LIGHTLINE CARTONPACKER
The lightline machines from Schubert can be delivered quickly and are exceptionally attractive in terms of price . With the preconfi gured machines, customers can adapt more fl exibly to market trends and signifi cantly shorten their time-to-market.
The LIGHTLINE CARTONPACKER consists of a single compact machine frame, and packs boxes, cans, bags or bottles into cartons and trays with or without a lid, wrap-around cartons and RSC cartons. It offers an affordable and space-saving possibility to automate packaging processes with the most effi cient technology on the market while ensuring the highest availability and packaging quality.
The world’s leading FMCG and private label manufacturers rely on Schubert. www.schubert.group
WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO PACK?
WHAT TYPE OF CARTON SHOULD IT BE?
PACKAGING MACHINERY
Columbia Coding & Marking 1-7
Consolidated Technologies 2,4-5
CRAWFORD PACKAGING 4
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 1-7
DMS Marquage Codage 1,3-4,6-7
Domino Printing Solutions Inc. 1,4-7
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions 4-5
Harlund Industries Ltd. 4-5
Iconotech 1,6
ID Technology Canada 1,4-6
Industrial Marking Systems Inc. 1,3,7
JG Packaging 1,3-4,6-7
Leibinger 4
Loveshaw, an ITW Company, Little David Products Div. 1,4,6-7
Lyne Systems 1-2,4-5,7
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-7
MapleJet Co. 1-6
Markem-Imaje Inc. 1,4,6-7
Matthews Marking Systems 1-2,4-7
MD Packaging Inc. 1-7
Multivac Canada Inc. 3-4
Newmapak Ltd. 4-7
NJM 1,3-4,6
OMORI North America 4
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd. 1-2,4
PAL Distributors Inc. 1,3-5
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc. 1-2,4-6
Plan Automation Inc. 1-7
Plexpack Corp. 1-2
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-7
REDEMAC INC 1-7
Samuel Packaging Systems Group 1,4-6
Shawpak Systems Ltd. 4
Speedway Packaging Machinery 3-4
Squid Ink Manufacturing 1,4-6
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 1-7
Sterling Marking Products Inc. 1-2,4,6-7
Stock Packaging Canada 6
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 1,4-7
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-4,6-7
Tigerpak Industrial Supplies 4-7
TNA North America Inc. 3-4
VC999 Canada Ltd. 1,4
Videojet Canada 1,4-7
Videojet Technologies Inc. 1,4-7
VisuaScan Inc. 1-7
Weber Marking Systems of Canada 1,4,6
COMPUTER SYSTEMS
1 Hardware
2 Software
Ahearn & Soper Inc. 1-2
B&R Industrial Automation Inc. 1-2
Beckhoff Automation Limited 1-2
Bizerba Canada Inc. 2
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 1-2
DMS Marquage Codage 1
Edson Packaging Machinery Ltd. 1-2
FlexLink Systems, Inc. 2
HYBRID Software 2
Lyne Systems 1-2
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-2
Markem-Imaje Inc. 2
Matthews Marking Systems 2
Mettler-Toledo Canada 2
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc. 2
Rockwell Automation Canada/Allen-Bradley
+ Rockwell Software Brands 1-2
Siemens Canada Limited 1-2
Stock Packaging Canada 2
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 2
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2
Videojet Canada 1-2
VisuaScan Inc. 1-2
Weber Marking Systems of Canada 2
CONDUCTION SEALERS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Buzz Equipment
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Enercon Industries Corp.
Plan Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
CONTAINER CHANGE PARTS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
IMA North America Inc.
New England Machinery Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
CONTAINER HANDLING
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Bosch Rexroth Canada Corp.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Control GMC
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
EDGME Inc.
Flexi-Pack Machinery Solutions Inc.
Garvey Corp.
Honeywell Intelligrated
IMA North America Inc.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
Krones - North America
Lyne Systems
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
New England Machinery Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Omega Design Corp.
Palamatic Process Inc.
Paxiom Group
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Bosch
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-15 Columbia Coding & Marking 4,6-8,11-12 Cousins Packaging Inc. 13
CRAWFORD PACKAGING 6-7,13
Cube Automation 2-11,13-15
Davis Controls Ltd. 11
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 4-7,9,12-13
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PACKAGING MACHINERY
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions 1,3-4,6-14
Dorner 2-14
Dynamic Conveyor Corporation 9-11
Eastey 7,12
Eckert Machines 3,5-6,9,11,14-15
EDGME Inc. 3-4
Eriez 15
FlexLink Systems, Inc. 5-6,8-14
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions 1-15
Garvey Corp. 4,6-7,9-13
General Conveyor Inc. 1-2,4,7,9-13,15
George A. Wright & Son Toronto Ltd. 1-7,9-15
Geosaf Inc. 1,4
Habasit Canada Limited 2,4,7,9-13,15
Harlund Industries Ltd. 6-7
Hartness International 4,9-11,13
Heat and Control, Inc. 2,9,11,13,15
Honeywell Intelligrated 2-5,7,9,11,13
IMA North America Inc. 11
ITW Muller Canada 7,9
JG Packaging 1,7,10-12
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc. 2,7,12-13
Langen Packaging Inc. 2,4,9-13
Lantech.com, LLC 7,9,13
Link Pack Group 11
Loma Systems, an ITW Company 4,11-12
Lyne Systems 2-6,9-11,13-15
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-15
Matrix Packaging Machinery 2
MD Packaging Inc. 1-15
Mettler-Toledo Canada 3,7,10-11
mk North America, Inc. 2,5-9,11-14
Modulex Solutions Inc. 9
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc. 9
Nalbach Engineering Company, Inc.
1-11,13-14
Newmapak Ltd. 1,4-6,8-14
NJM 5
nVenia 2
Pack-Rite - Div.of Mettler Toledo, LLC 13
PACK3000 CANADA LTD 5,9,13
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd. 4-7,9,11-13
Palamatic Process Inc. 1-3,5,15
Paxiom Group 3-4,7
Plan Automation Inc. 1-15
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc 2,5-6,910,14-15
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-2,4-7,9-13,15
Polaris Systems Inc. 5,7
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc. 3-4,6
R-J Machinery Inc. 13
Ryson International 2-5,9-14
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Saturn Packaging Equipment 7,9,11,13
Schneider Packaging Equipment Co. Inc. 4,11
Septimatech Group Inc. 1-2,4-6,9-11
Shawpak Systems Ltd. 3-5,7-8,10-13,15
Speedway Packaging Machinery 6,9,11
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 5,9,11-13,15
Stock Packaging Canada 5
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 1,3-7,9-14
Syntegon 5
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 2,4,7,10-13,15
Thermo Fisher Scientific 3,5,7
TNA North America Inc. 15
Tri-Mach Group Inc. 2-14
Tsubaki 5,8
Uline Canada Corp. 7
UniTrak Corporation Limited 1-3,5-6,9,1112,14-15
VC999 Canada Ltd. 2-3,11,15
Videojet Canada 11-12
VisuaScan Inc. 4,7,9,11-13
Volm Companies 3
Weber Marking Systems of Canada 5,11,13
Wecon Services Ltd. 4,6-7,9-13
WeighPack Systems Inc. 2-4,7,10-13,15
Wulftec International Inc. 5,7
COOLING EQUIPMENT
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Cube Automation
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Geosaf Inc.
MESSER Canada Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems
Inc.
Storcan
VC999 Canada Ltd.
COOLING SYSTEMS, PROCESS
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Cube Automation
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
George A. Wright & Son Toronto Ltd.
MESSER Canada Inc.
PACK3000 CANADA LTD
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
Wulftec International Inc.
COOLING TOWERS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Cube Automation
MESSER Canada Inc.
CORKING MACHINES
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Cube Automation
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Newmapak Ltd.
Plan Automation Inc.
CORRUGATED ROLL DISPENSERS
Ariva
Canpaco Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
COTTON INSERTING
Buzz Equipment
CAPMATIC LTD
IMA North America Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
NJM
Optima Machinery Corporation
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
COUNTING
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
CAPMATIC LTD
IMA North America Inc.
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc.
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PACKAGING MACHINERY
Longford International Ltd.
Lyne Systems
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
NJM
Omron Canada Inc.
Paxiom Group
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Turck Canada Inc.
CRUSHERS, CAN & BOTTLE
Buzz Equipment
Cube Automation
Plan Automation Inc.
CUP FILLING
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
All-Fill Inc.
Alpha Checkweighers
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Control GMC
Cube Automation
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Heat and Control, Inc.
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc.
Link Pack Group
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Multivac Canada Inc.
nVenia
Ohlson Packaging
Optima Machinery Corporation
Paxiom Group
Plan Automation Inc.
Plastics Institute of America
PMR Packaging Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Reiser (Canada) Co.
Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
VC999 Canada Ltd.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
Winpak Portion Packaging Ltd.
DEHUMIDIFIERS
Plan Automation Inc.
DENESTERS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
CAPMATIC LTD
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Control GMC
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Heat Sealing Packaging
Link Pack Group
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Multivac Canada Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Optima Machinery Corporation
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Traypack Machine Ltd.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
DIGITAL CUTTING
Zund America, Inc.
DISPENSERS
1 Coupon
2 Gummed Tape
3 Pressure-Sensitive Tape
4 Tape-Printing Attachment
3G Packaging Corp. 2-3
3M Canada Company 3
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 1,3
Ariva 2-3
Artypac Automation Inc. 3-4
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. 2-3
Best Packaging Systems 2-3
Buzz Equipment 1,3
Canadian Paper & Packaging Co. 2-4
Canpaco Inc. 1-4
Cartier 2-3
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging 2-4
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1,3
CRAWFORD PACKAGING 2
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 3
Glue Dots International 3
Imperial Dade Canada Inc. 1-4
Longford International Ltd. 1
Loveshaw, an ITW Company, Little David Products Div. 3
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PACKAGING MACHINERY
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
TIERMAX Inc
ENVELOPE PACKAGING 1 Closing Sealing
All-Fill Inc. 2
Alpha Checkweighers 2
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc. 1
Buzz Equipment 1-4
Canpaco Inc. 1-4
Cartier 3
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1
Habasit Canada Limited 1-3
Longford International Ltd. 1,4
M.D. Packaging Inc. 2
Nordson Canada Limited 1
Plan Automation Inc. 1-4
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-4
Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery Inc. 2
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 1
Valco Melton 3
FEEDERS
Bradman Lake Inc.
CAPMATIC LTD
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
EDGME Inc.
Galick Process and Packaging
Solutions
Habasit Canada Limited
Heat and Control, Inc.
Ilapak Inc.
Link Pack Group
Longford International Ltd.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
New England Machinery Inc.
Omron Canada Inc.
Palamatic Process Inc.
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMC Industries
PMR Packaging Inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging
Systems Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
TIERMAX Inc
Traypack Machine Ltd.
FIBRE CANMAKING
1 Filling
All-Fill Inc. 1
Alpha Checkweighers 1
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc. 1
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1
Packaging 4
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1-6
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-6
CombiScale Inc. 2
Confab Laboratories Inc. 1,4,6
Control GMC 2-3,5-6
Cube Automation 1-5
Elopak Canada Inc. 2-3,5
ESS Technologies 4,6
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions 1-6
Harpak-Ulma Packaging, LLC 3-4,6
HayssenSandiacre - Div. of Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc. 1-4
Heat and Control, Inc. 1-2,5
Heat Sealing Packaging 2,5
Hibar Systems Ltd. 4-6
Ilapak Inc. 1-6
IMA North America Inc. 1,4-6
JG Packaging 1-6
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc. 1,4-6
KHS USA, Inc 4
Kliklok LLC - A Syntegon Company 2-6
Krones - North America 4
Link Pack Group 2-6
Lyne Systems 2-3,5
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
1
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-6
Massman Automation Design 4
MD Packaging Inc. 1,3-5
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc. 1
Nalbach Engineering Company, Inc. 3,5
Newmapak Ltd. 4,6
NJM 1,4,6
nVenia 1-3
Ohlson Packaging 1-5
Optima Machinery Corporation 1-6
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.) 4,6
Pacific Packaging Machinery 4-6
PACK3000 CANADA LTD 6
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd. 1-4,6
Palamatic Process Inc. 2-3
Paxiom Group 1
Pemberton & Associates Inc. 5-6
PFM Packaging Machinery Corporation 1-2
Plan Automation Inc. 1-6
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc 1-6
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-6
Prodo-Pak Corp 1-6
R-J Machinery Inc. 1-6
Reiser (Canada) Co. 4-6
Sarong North America Inc. 4
Septimatech Group Inc. 2-4,6
Shawpak Systems Ltd. 3-6
Singular Solutions Inc. 2,6
Spee-Dee Packaging Machinery Inc. 2-3,5
Speedway Packaging Machinery 2-6
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 1-6
Plan Automation Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
FLATTENERS, BAGS
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Flexi-Pack Machinery Solutions Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc.
FOAMED PLASTIC MOLDING
Buckhorn Canada Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
FORM/FILL/SEAL
1 Bags Pouches Horizontal-Motion
2 Bags Pouches Vertical-Motion
3 Trays Cups Roll-Stock Abbey Equipment Solutions 1-2 Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 1-3
Can be integrated with or without a Metal Detector
Up to 6000g weight capacity
KEY FEATURES:
Noise Immunity Structure
Broad Spectrum Frequency Transmission
Single Pass Product “Learn”
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PACKAGING MACHINERY
Douglas Machine Inc. 3-4
EndFlex LLC 3-4
ESS Technologies 1,3-4
FANUC Canada Ltd. 1,3-4
Flexi-Pack Machinery Solutions Inc. 4
FlexLink Systems, Inc. 1-4
Gebo Cermex USA Inc. 3-4
General Conveyor Inc. 1-3
George A. Wright & Son Toronto Ltd. 1,3
Geosaf Inc. 3-4
Habasit Canada Limited 1-4
Hamrick Packaging Systems 4
Hartness International 1,3-4
Honeywell Intelligrated 1,3-4
IMA North America Inc. 3-4
JG Packaging 3-4
JLS Automation 4
KHS USA, Inc 1,3-4
Langen Packaging Inc. 1,3-4
Lyne Systems 4
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-4
Massman Automation Design 1,4
MD Packaging Inc. 1-2,4
Miranda Pharmequip Inc 3
Multivac Canada Inc. 4
Nalbach Engineering Company, Inc. 1
Newmapak Ltd. 1,3-4
Nuspark Inc. 1,3-4
nVenia 1,3-4
Omega Design Corp. 4
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd. 2-4
PACKPRO Systems 2-4
PAL Distributors Inc. 2
Palamatic Process Inc. 3
Paxiom Group 1,3-4
Pearson Packaging Systems 4
Plan Automation Inc. 1-4
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc 1
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-4
Polaris Systems Inc. 4
Premier Tech Chronos 1,3-4
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc. 4
ROBOVIC Inc 1,3-4
Schneider Packaging Equipment Co. Inc. 1,3-4
SEW-EURODRIVE 1,4
StrongPoint Automation Inc. 1,3-4
Syntegon 2
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1,3-4
Volm Companies 1,3-4
WeighPack Systems Inc. 1,3-4
WestRock 4
Yaskawa America Inc., Motoman Robotics Div. 1,3-4
Yaskawa Motoman Canada Ltd. (Motoman
Robotics) 1,3-4
PAPER BAG FEEDING OPENING FILLING CLOSING, AUTOMATIC
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
General Conveyor Inc.
Habasit Canada Limited
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
nVenia
Paxiom Group
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
Volm Companies
PAPER INSERTING
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
CRAWFORD PACKAGING
Longford International Ltd.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
Pemberton & Associates Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
PAPER SHREDDERS
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Uline Canada Corp.
PARTITION INSERTER
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
ESS Technologies
Geosaf Inc.
Hamrick Packaging Systems
Longford International Ltd.
MD Packaging Inc.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Pearson Packaging Systems
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
PASTEURIZERS
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Newmapak Ltd.
Storcan
POLYBAGGERS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Automated Packaging Systems Inc.
Canpaco Inc.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
CRAWFORD PACKAGING
Link Pack Group
M.D. Packaging Inc.
M4 Machine Knives Inc.
Pearson Packaging Systems
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
Premier Tech Chronos
R-J Machinery Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery
Inc.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
PRESCRIPTION FILLERS
Buzz Equipment
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc.
Richards Packaging Inc.
PRESSURE-SENSITIVE TAPE APPLICATORS
3M Canada Company
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Ariva
Artypac Automation Inc.
Best Packaging Systems
Buzz Equipment
Canadian Paper & Packaging Co.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
CRAWFORD PACKAGING
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Glue Dots International
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
JG Packaging
Link Pack Group
Loveshaw, an ITW Company, Little David Products Div.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
PACKPRO Systems
PAL Distributors Inc.
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Sterling Marking Products Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Vibac Canada Inc.
VisuaScan Inc.
PRICE MARKING
Artypac Automation Inc.
Bemis Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
Industrial Marking Systems Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Sterling Marking Products Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Uline Canada Corp.
PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLLERS
B&R Industrial Automation Inc.
Bosch Rexroth Canada Corp.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Lyne Systems
M.D. Packaging Inc.
OBX Works Inc.
Omron Canada Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc.
PUCK HANDLING
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Langen Packaging Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
McBrady Engineering Inc.
New England Machinery Inc.
Omega Design Corp.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Septimatech Group Inc.
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
PUCKS
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Flexi-Pack Machinery Solutions Inc.
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Septimatech Group Inc.
PUMPS
1 Aerosol
2 Air
3 Peristaltic
4 Precision Metering
5 Process
Alfatec Machine Inc. 5
AROL North America Inc. 3
CAPMATIC LTD 1-4
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 5
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
2-3,5
Hibar Systems Ltd. 4
Link Pack Group 3
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-5
Pemberton & Associates Inc. 4-5
R E Morrison Equipment Inc. 2
Stock Packaging Canada 2
RACKS, STORAGE
Bosch Rexroth Canada Corp.
PACKAGING MACHINERY
Uline Canada Corp.
REVENUE STAMP APPLICATORS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
ROLL HANDLING
Bradman Lake Inc.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
DMS Marquage Codage
EDGME Inc.
Multivac Canada Inc.
OBX Works Inc.
VC999 Canada Ltd.
Zund America, Inc.
ROLL-LEAF STAMPING
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Bemis Packaging
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
SCALES & WEIGHING
1 Batch Weighing
2 Checkweighers
3 Combination Scales
4 Conveyor Scales
5 Dynamic (in-motion) Weighing
6 Freight Express Computing Scales & Weighing
7 Over & Under Weight
8 Weight/Price Labeling
Abbey Equipment Solutions 2-3,5,7
Ahearn & Soper Inc. 2
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd. 1-5,7-8
Alfatec Machine Inc. 3
All-Fill Inc. 2
AlliedFlex Technologies 1
Alpha Checkweighers 2
Anritsu - Product Inspection & Detection 1-3,7
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc. 3
Artypac Automation Inc. 2,5,7
Beumer Corporation 2,4,7
Bizerba Canada Inc. 1-8
Buzz Equipment 1-2,4
CAM Packaging Systems 1-3,7
Canpaco Inc. 1-2,4
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging 2
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 2-5,7
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-5,7
CombiScale Inc. 1-5
Cousins Packaging Inc. 4,6
Cube Automation 1-3,5-8
DIGI CANADA Inc. 1-5,7-8
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions 1-8
Habasit Canada Limited 2,4,7
HayssenSandiacre - Div. of Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc. 7
Rugged Ø4, M5, M8, M12, M18 and M30 housings, offering extended ranges up to 22 mm. Easily configured, providing advanced functionalities such as the detection counter (RPM) and the speed controller. Each sensor is fully programmable, providing the means for hundreds of configurations in a single device.
IO-Link Smart Configurator
Configure most IO-Link sensors or actuators via a wireless device that replaces the need to program via a USB IOLink Master connected to a PC or via a network connected master device. The portable Smart Configurator can be used anywhere, as it’s battery powered and equipped with WiFi for IODD files, sync and cloud storage.
Capacitive Sensors with IO-Link
Popular M18 and M30 diameter sensors provide the ideal solution for applications where flexibility or sensing performance needs to be constantly and accurately monitored and logged. IO-Link mode provides added functions such as: QoR (Quality of Run), QoT (Quality of Teach) and Diagnostic Parameters.
PACKAGING MACHINERY
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-7
Polaris Systems Inc. 1,3
RFID Canada 1,3-4
Robatech Canada 1
Samuel Packaging Systems Group 1,3-4
Shawpak Systems Ltd. 1-3,5-7
SICK Ltd. (Canada) 1,5
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 5-7
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.)
PACK3000 CANADA LTD
PACKPRO Systems
Paxiom Group
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
Polytainers Inc.
Reiser (Canada) Co.
Sarong North America Inc.
Schubert Packaging Automation Inc.
Sipromac ll Inc.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
VC999 Canada Ltd.
Winpak Portion Packaging Ltd.
THERMOSTATS
Heat Sealing Packaging
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Rockwell Automation Canada/Allen-Bradley +
Rockwell Software Brands
TIMING SCREWS
Buzz Equipment
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Septimatech Group Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
TRAY HOODERS CRIMPERS
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Plan Automation Inc.
TRAY-CUP FILLING SEALING
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Control GMC
Harpak-Ulma Packaging, LLC
Heat and Control, Inc.
Kliklok LLC - A Syntegon Company
Link Pack Group
M.D. Packaging Inc.
M4 Machine Knives Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Multivac Canada Inc.
nVenia
Ohlson Packaging
Optima Machinery Corporation
PACK3000 CANADA LTD
Paxiom Group
Pemberton & Associates Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Reiser (Canada) Co.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
TRAYLOADERS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Bradman Lake Inc.
Buzz Equipment
Canpaco Inc.
CAPMATIC LTD
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Compacker Systems, LLC
Consolidated Technologies
CRAWFORD PACKAGING
Delkor Systems Inc.
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
EndFlex LLC
ESS Technologies
Gebo Cermex USA Inc.
Hartness International
Heat Sealing Packaging
IMA North America Inc.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
JLS Automation
Kliklok LLC - A Syntegon Company
Krones - North America
Langen Packaging Inc.
Lyne Systems
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MARQ Packaging Systems Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
Multivac Canada Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
Nuspark Inc.
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
Reiser (Canada) Co.
Schneider Packaging Equipment Co. Inc.
Shawpak Systems Ltd.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Traypack Machine Ltd.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
Yamato Corporation
TUBE PACKAGING, SQUEEZE TUBES
1 Filling Sealing Metal
2 Filling Sealing Plastic
Buzz Equipment 1-2
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-2
IMA North America Inc. 1-2
Kliklok LLC - A Syntegon Company 2
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-2
MD Packaging Inc. 2
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.) 1-2
Pemberton & Associates Inc. 2
Plan Automation Inc. 1-2
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-2
Prodo-Pak Corp 1-2
R-J Machinery Inc. 2
Schubert Packaging Automation Inc. 2
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2
TUBS-CUP-FILLING SEALING
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions Control GMC
Kliklok LLC - A Syntegon Company
Link Pack Group
Ohlson Packaging
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Prodo-Pak Corp
UNSCRAMBLING
Aesus Packing Systems Inc.
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
All-Fill Inc.
Artypac Automation Inc.
Buzz Equipment
CAPMATIC LTD
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
DESCON Integrated Conveyor Solutions
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Garvey Corp.
General Conveyor Inc.
Hartness International
Honeywell Intelligrated
IMA North America Inc.
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PACKAGING MACHINERY
Kaps-All Packaging Systems Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
McBrady Engineering Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Nalbach Engineering Company, Inc.
New England Machinery Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
NJM
Omega Design Corp.
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.)
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd.
Paxiom Group
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Prodo-Pak Corp
Storcan
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
WeighPack Systems Inc.
Winpak Ltd.
USED EQUIPMENT
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Ariva
Artypac Automation Inc.
Best Packaging Systems
Bob Faulds and Associates Ltd.
Buzz Equipment
CAM Packaging Systems
Canpaco Inc.
Cartier
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Delkor Systems Inc.
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
EDGME Inc.
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
HayssenSandiacre - Div. of Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc.
Ilapak Inc.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
Langen Packaging Inc.
M.D. Packaging Inc.
Manroland Canada Inc.
OMORI North America
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.)
PACK3000 CANADA LTD
PAL Distributors Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
PPI - Packaging Products Inc.
Prodo-Pak Corp
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
R E Morrison Equipment Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Reiser (Canada) Co.
Septimatech Group Inc.
Shawpak Systems Ltd.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
Tigerpak Industrial Supplies
VC999 Canada Ltd.
Volm Companies
VACUUM & GAS PACKAGING
1 Flexible
2 Rigid
Abbey Equipment Solutions 1-2
Alfatec Machine Inc. 1-2
Alte-Rego Corporation 1
Bizerba Canada Inc. 1-2
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging 1
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1-2
Chisholm Machinery Solutions 1-2
Control GMC 2
Eckert Machines 1-2
Formost Fuji Corporation 1
Harpak-Ulma Packaging, LLC 1-2
HayssenSandiacre - Div. of Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc. 1
Heat Sealing Packaging 1-2
Ilapak Inc. 1
Link Pack Group 1-2
McBrady Engineering Inc. 2
Multivac Canada Inc. 1-2
PACK3000 CANADA LTD 1-2
PAL Distributors Inc. 1
Paxiom Group 1-2
Pemberton & Associates Inc. 1
Plan Automation Inc. 1-2
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc 1
Plexpack Corp 1
PMR Packaging Inc. 1-2
Reiser (Canada) Co. 1-2
Sealed Air Corporation 1
Singular Solutions Inc. 1
Sipromac ll Inc. 1-2
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc. 2
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 1-2
Stock Packaging Canada 1-2
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-2
VC999 Canada Ltd. 1-2
WeighPack Systems Inc. 1
Winpak Ltd. 1-2
VACUUM FORMING
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
Buckhorn Canada Inc.
Canpaco Inc.
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Goldrich Printpak Inc.
Heat Sealing Packaging
Multivac Canada Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
VC999 Canada Ltd.
Winpak Ltd.
VACUUM PUMPS
ATO Automation Inc
Busch Vacuum Technics Inc.
Buzz Equipment
CAPMATIC LTD
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Heat Sealing Packaging
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
PACK3000 CANADA LTD
Plan Automation Inc.
R E Morrison Equipment Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
VC999 Canada Ltd.
VIBRATORS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Alfatec Machine Inc.
CAM Packaging Systems
CAPMATIC LTD
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
Eriez
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MARQ Packaging Systems Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Packaging Machinery Concepts Ltd.
Palamatic Process Inc.
Paxiom Group
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
WEB SPLICERS
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
WIRE STITCHING
Plan Automation Inc.
Samuel Packaging Systems Group
WRAPPING
3G Packaging Corp.
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc.
Ariva
Bradman Lake Inc.
Buzz Equipment
BW Flexible Systems
CAM Packaging Systems
Canadian Paper & Packaging Co.
Canpaco Inc.
CAPMATIC LTD
Cartier
Celplast, a Division of Crawford Packaging
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Chisholm Machinery Solutions
CRAWFORD PACKAGING
Douglas Machine Inc.
Formost Fuji Corporation
HayssenSandiacre - Div. of Barry-Wehmiller Companies, Inc.
Heat Sealing Packaging
CONVERTING MACHINERY
Ilapak Inc.
Imperial Dade Canada Inc.
Lantech.com, LLC
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
nVenia
Orion Packaging Systems
PACKPRO Systems
PAL Distributors Inc.
Paxiom Group
Plan Automation Inc.
Plan IT Packaging Systems Inc
PMR Packaging Inc.
PPI - Packaging Products Inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
Samuel Packaging Systems Group
Sealed Air Corporation
SleekWrapper
Stock Packaging Canada
Storcan
StrongPoint Automation Inc.
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc.
Volm Companies
WeighPack Systems Inc.
Wulftec International Inc.
X-RAY INSPECTION EQUIPMENT
Abbey Equipment Solutions
Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd.
Anritsu - Product Inspection & Detection
Anypack Packaging Machinery Inc.
Bizerba Canada Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Galick Process and Packaging Solutions
Heat and Control, Inc.
Link Pack Group
Loma Systems, an ITW Company
M.D. Packaging Inc.
MD Packaging Inc.
Mettler-Toledo Canada
Multivac Canada Inc.
Newmapak Ltd.
PAL Distributors Inc.
Paxiom Group
Plan Automation Inc.
PMR Packaging Inc.
Sesotec Canada Ltd
Shawpak Systems Ltd.
Storcan
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Plan Automation Inc.
Premier Tech Chronos
Samuel Packaging Systems Group
BANDING, WIRE STRAPPING
ATS - Tanner Banding Systems Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Samuel Packaging Systems Group
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CONVERTING MACHINERY
Heidelberg Canada Graphic Equipment
Limited 1-2
BOXMAKING
1 C orrugated
2 Fibre
3 Folding Cartons
4 Plastic
5 Setup
6 Window-Applying
Bobst North America Inc. 1-6
Boehmer Box LP 3
Buckhorn Canada Inc. 4
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1
Ellis Packaging Ltd. 3
Graphic Packaging International Canada 1-3,5-6
Hartness International 1
Heidelberg Canada Graphic Equipment
Limited 3
Imperial Dade Canada Inc. 1-3
M.D. Packaging Inc. 1-3
Manroland Canada Inc. 3
Moore Packaging Corporation 1
Packaging Technologies Inc. 1
Plan Automation Inc. 1-6
PRX Print 3
Robatech Canada 1,3,6
Rollem International 3
Valco Melton 1-4,6
Zund America, Inc. 1
CHASES
Bobst North America Inc.
COATING EQUIPMENT
1 L acquer & Varnish
2 Resins & Hotmelts
3 Wax
Alpha Marathon Film Extrusion Technologies Inc. 2
Bobst North America Inc. 1,3
Heidelberg Canada Graphic Equipment
Limited 1
HMA Systems 2
Manroland Canada Inc. 1
Nordson Canada Limited 2
Robatech Canada 2
Valco Melton 2-3
Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corp. 1
COLLATORS
Artypac Automation Inc.
Bradman Lake Inc.
Longford International Ltd.
MultiFeeder Technology, Inc.
Oystar North America (formerly known as Oystar USA, Inc. & IWKA PacSystems, Inc.)
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
COLOR MATCHING EQUIPMENT
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
CONTROLS
1 Clutch & Brake
2 Edge Alignment
3 Humidity Also Indicators
4 Register
5 Temperature
6 Web Guides
Alpha Marathon Film Extrusion Technologies Inc. 1,6
Matthews Marking Systems 5 Muller Martini Canada Inc. 1-2,4-5,8,1013,15,17
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc. 1-4,8
Primera Technology 8
Singular Solutions Inc. 5
SOMA 5
CONVERTING MACHINERY
Sterling Marking Products Inc. 2,5,7-8
Tempo Flexible Packaging 5
Weber Marking Systems of Canada 5,8,17
Wedlock Paper Converters Ltd. 1,5,15
Windmoeller & Hoelscher Corp. 5-6,15
Winpak Ltd. 5
Xeikon America Inc. 2-3,8,17
PUMPS
1 Air
2 Ink Circulating
Bemis Packaging 2
Heidelberg Canada Graphic Equipment
Limited 2
R E Morrison Equipment Inc. 1
PUNCHERS
Longford International Ltd.
REWINDS
Bemis Packaging
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Macro Engineering & Technology Inc.
Singular Solutions Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc.
ROBOTIC LOAD/OFF-LOAD INTEGRATION
ATI Industrial Automation
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc.
Zund America, Inc.
ROLL HANDLING
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
ROLL LEAF STAMPING
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
ROLLS
1 C oating
2 Embossing
3 Engraving
4 Impregnating
5 Inking
6 L aminating
7 Printing
8 Rubber
9 Spreader
Bemis Packaging 1,3-5,7-8
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 5,7-8
Heidelberg Canada Graphic Equipment
Limited 1,7
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc. 9
Singular Solutions Inc. 2-3,7
Sterling Marking Products Inc. 5,8
VisuaScan Inc. 5-6
RUBBER PLATE VULCANIZERS
Sterling Marking Products Inc.
RUBBER PLATEMAKING EQUIPMENT
Heidelberg Canada Graphic Equipment
Limited
RULE BENDERS
Bobst North America Inc.
RULES, CREASING CUTTING ETC.
Bobst North America Inc.
SCANNERS
1 Electronic
2 L aser
3 Optical
Ahearn & Soper Inc. 1-3
Banner Engineering Corp. 2-3
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd. 1,3
Columbia Coding & Marking 3
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 1
Industrial Marking Systems Inc. 2
Manroland Canada Inc. 1
Matthews Marking Systems 1-2
Omron Canada Inc. 2-3
Pineberry Manufacturing Inc. 1-3
RFID Canada 1-3
Rockwell Automation Canada/Allen-Bradley
+ Rockwell Software Brands 1-3
SICK Ltd. (Canada) 2
Siemens Canada Limited 1-3
Techno Pak Packaging Systems Inc. 1-3
Tri-Tronics Company Inc. 3
Turck Canada Inc. 1-3
Uline Canada Corp. 2
VisuaScan Inc. 1-3
Weber Marking Systems of Canada 1-2
SCORERS
Manroland Canada Inc.
Rollem International
Uline Canada Corp.
VisuaScan Inc.
SCRAP REMOVAL SYSTEMS
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Stock Packaging Canada
SHEETING MACHINES
M4 Machine Knives Inc.
SLEEVES
1 Slitter
2 Snap-On
M4 Machine Knives Inc. 1
Plan Automation Inc. 1-2
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc. 1
SLITTERS & REWINDERS
Bobst North America Inc.
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Flexo-Printing Equipment Corp / SIAT
M4 Machine Knives Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Plastiques Lausa Int,l inc.
Primera Technology
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
Singular Solutions Inc.
SOMA
SLITTERS & SCORERS
Bobst North America Inc.
M4 Machine Knives Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
Rollem International
Singular Solutions Inc.
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc.
SLOTTERS
Bobst North America Inc.
M4 Machine Knives Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
SPLICERS
Bobst North America Inc.
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Plan Automation Inc.
SPRAYERS
Manroland Canada Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
STANDS, UNWIND & REWIND
Bobst North America Inc.
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Macro Engineering & Technology Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc.
STATIC ELIMINATORS
3M Canada Company
General Magnaplate Corp.
R E Morrison Equipment Inc.
TAKEOFF UNITS
Macro Engineering & Technology Inc.
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc.
Zund America, Inc.
TANKS, HEATING & DIPPING
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
TEAR STRIP MACHINES
Buzz Equipment
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
TENSION DISCS
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
TESTING EQUIPMENT
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
Plan Automation Inc.
THERMOMETERS
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
THERMOSTATS
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
TOOLS
1 Form-Cutting
2 Perforating
3 Routing
Rollem International 2
Starview Packaging Machinery, Inc. 1
Zund America, Inc. 1-3
TUBE WINDERS
Habasit Canada Limited
Valco Melton
TURRET REWINDS
Alpha Marathon Film Extrusion Technologies Inc.
Bobst North America Inc.
Flexo-Printing Equipment Corp / SIAT
Macro Engineering & Technology Inc.
Singular Solutions Inc.
UNWINDERS
Alpha Marathon Film Extrusion Technologies Inc.
Bizerba Canada Inc.
Bobst North America Inc.
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Flexo-Printing Equipment Corp / SIAT
USED EQUIPMENT
Buzz Equipment
Cartier
Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd.
Manroland Canada Inc.
Plastiques Lausa Int,l inc.
Propack Processing & Packaging Systems Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
VC999 Canada Ltd.
Zund America, Inc.
VACUUMS PUMPS
M&L Testing Equipment (1995) Inc.
R E Morrison Equipment Inc.
R-J Machinery Inc.
Stock Packaging Canada
VC999 Canada Ltd.
WINDERS
1 Film
2 Foil
Alpha Marathon Film Extrusion Technologies Inc. 1-2
Bemis Packaging 1
Bobst North America Inc. 1-2
Brampton Engineering Inc. 1
Dependable Marking Systems Ltd. 1-2
Macro Engineering & Technology Inc. 1
Plastiques Lausa Int,l inc. 1
Singular Solutions Inc. 1-2
SteelNor/Inventure Engineering & Machinery Inc. 1
PACKAGE MAKERS/SERVICES
AEROSOL FILLERS
PACIFIC PACKAGING MACHINERY 1284 Puerta Del Sol San Clemente CA 92673 Tel: 949-369-2425 Fax: 949-369-2429 Email: information@pacificpak.com Web: www. pacificpak.com Pres: Pete Carpino Types of products packaged: Hairspray, household cleaners, pharmaceutical, room deodorizers.
BARCODE CERTIFICATION
BARCODE GRAPHICS INC.
5-25 Brodie Drive Richmond Hill ON L4B 3K7 Tel: 905-770-1154 Fax: 905-787-1575 Email: info@ barcodegraphics.com Web: www.barcodegraphics. com Pres: John Herzig Sales Mgr: Connie Furtado Certification and testing services: Instant Barcode EPS/PDF Masters And Nutrition Facts Graphics (NFT/NFP) Online 24/7. Barcode Labels And Tags (QR, Data Matrix, UPC, EAN, SCC, B3, Cargo, Pars, Paps, Etc), Barcode Labeling Software, Printers, Blank Labels (Thermal Transfer, Laser). Thermal Transfer Ribbons. ScanRight(TM) Certification, ANSI/ISO Verifiers, QC Seminars And Training.
GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg Certification and testing services: Barcode scanning.
OMRON CANADA INC.
802-100 Consilium Pl Toronto ON M1H 3E3 Tel: 416-286-6465 866-986-6766 Fax: 416-286-6648 Email: diego.mayorga@omron.com Web: www. omron247.com
BOXMAKERS
ASTRO BOX CORP.
1-117 Basaltic Rd Concord ON L4K 1G4 Tel: 905695-8788 866-255-5328 Fax: 905-695-8791 Email: info@astroboxcorp.com Web: www. astroboxcorp.com Pres: Charles Parlagreco Box types: Folding Cartons / Beverage Carriers Facilities: Die Cutting, Creasing, Scoring, Perforating, Litho, Coating, Hot Stamping, Embossing.
BENECO CUSTOM PACKAGING|SOOPAK.COM
3640 McNicol Ave., Scarborough ON M1X 1G5 Tel: 905-677-2888 855-755-7225 Email: info@ benecopackaging.com Web: benecopackaging. com/ Pres: YJ Jiang Plant Mgr: Roy Amm Sales Mgr: Tony Li Box types: Custom Printed Folding Cartons Facilities: Printing, Coating, Creasing, Diecutting, Embossing, Llgtho, Perforating, Scoring, Window Patching BENECO PACKAGING|SOOPAK. COM
Unit B 3640 McNicoll Ave Scarborough ON M1X 1G5 Tel: 905-677-2888 Fax: 905-677-8858 Email: sales@soopak.com Web: www.soopak.com Pres: Yajun Jiang Plant Mgr: Roy Amm Sales Mgr: Richard Martin Box types: Folding Cartons, Custom Printed Boxes Facilities: Coating, Creasing, Diecutting, Embossing, Litho, Perforating, Scoring, Printing, Gluing Making window, Window Patching CENTRAL GRAPHICS & CONTAINER GROUP 5526 Timberlea Blvd Mississauga ON L4W 2T7 Tel:
905-238-8400 Fax: 905-238-8127 Email: askus@ centralgrp.com Web: www.centralgrp.com Sales Mgr: Rick Eastwood Facilities: Diecutting, Scoring, Perforating, Flexo Direct Print, Specialty Gluing CHINA BAVORA PRINTED PACKAGING CO., LTD. 4/F., 42 Yi Ai Road Xiamen Fujian 361005 Tel: 592555-8280 Email: bavora@jeawin.com Web: https://www.bavora-printing.com CORRUPAL
225 av Liberte Candiac QC J5R 3X8 Tel: 450-6384222 Fax: 450-638-3839 Web: www.corrupal.com Pres: Martin Terrault Plant Mgr: Claude Boyer Sales Mgr: Laurie Du Temple Quirion DIVERSCO GLOBAL PACKAGING INC.
3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski Box types: Folding Cartons Facilities: Coating, Creasing, Diecutting, Embossing, Flexo, Hot-Stamping, Litho, Perforating, Scoring
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA
LP 35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
NETPAK
9055 Impasse de l’Invention Anjou Québec H1J 3A7 Tel: 514-645-8412 866-399-8544 Email: sales@netpak.com Web: www.netpak.com Box types: folding cartons, no glue boxes, straight line boxes, auto bottom boxes, four corner boxes, six corner boxes, specialty boxes, two piece boxes Facilities: coating, creasing, diecutting, embossing, hot-stamping, offset printing, lithography, perforating, scoring, manufacturing, debossing, pre-press, graphic design, cellophane window patching, stripping and cutting, logistics management, distribution, warehousing, co-packing, customer service PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIES INC.
310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Email: tim.boissinot@ptibox.com Web: www. ptibox.com Pres: Tim Boissinot Plant Mgr: Clarence Brown Box types: Corrugated Boxes, Point of Purchase Displays, Folding Cartons, Retail Ready Packaging, Other plants: The Central Group Independant Corrugator Inc. Facilities: Special Coatings, Diecutting, Flexo Preprint, Litho, Digital Print, Perforating and Scoring RAYACOM PREMIUM PRINT
125 W 71st Ave Vancouver BC V5X 2X3 Tel: 604254-4488 Email: premiumprint@rayacom.com Web: Www.RAYACOM.com Pres: Austin Tran Plant Mgr: David Benza Sales Mgr: Bruno Bega Ravi Meharu Box types: Folding carton, corrugated SCANPACK INC.
2715 Bristol Circle #1 Oakville Ontario L6H6X5 Tel: 647-794-1353 Email: hello@scanpack.ca Web: https://www.scanpack.ca Pres: Steve Cussons Plant Mgr: Victoria Shea Sales Mgr: Oliver RadleySmith Box types: consumer boxes, corrugate boxes, influencer boxes Facilities: full offset & digital print capabilities, full service bindery, die cutting, glue/fold, kitting WESTROCK 1000 Abernathy Rd NE Atlanta GA 30328 Tel: 770448-2193 Web: www.westrock.com Box types: Cartons, cases, HSC, RSC,
CONTAINER DECORATING
BERLIN PACKAGING
525 W. Monroe St Chicago IL 60661 Tel: 514-6339247 800-723-7546 Email: andre.lt@ berlinpackaging.com Web: https://www. berlinpackaging.com/ Services: Structural package and closure design, brand strategy, product design,
visual branding and packaging graphics Industries: wine, spirits, beer, cannabis&cbd, beverage, food, home care, industrial chemical, pet/vet,personal health and beauty, pharma/nutra, CHANTLER PACKAGES INC.
880 Lakeshore Rd. E. Mississauga ON L5E 1E1 Tel: 905-274-2533 Fax: 905-274-9522 Email: info@ chantlerpackages.com Web: chantlerpackages.com
Pres: Ammad Asif, COO Plant Mgr: Muhammad Abdullah Sales Mgr: Adnan Sharif Services: 8 colour, flexographic printing on film Industries: fresh produce and prepared foods. CHINA BAVORA PRINTED PACKAGING CO., LTD.
4/F., 42 Yi Ai Road Xiamen Fujian 361005 Tel: 592555-8280 Email: bavora@jeawin.com Web: https://www.bavora-printing.com LANGGUTH AMERICA LTD.
109 Randall Dr Waterloo ON N2V 1C5 Tel: 519888-0099 Fax: 519-888-0029 Email: info@ langguth-america.com Web: www.langguthamerica.com Services: Labeling Industries: Beer/ Cider, Beverage, Cosmetics, Food, Spirits, Wine, Paint and Chemicals, Caulking tubes to 5 gal. pails. PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIES INC.
310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Email: tim.boissinot@ptibox.com Web: www. ptibox.com Pres: Tim Boissinot Plant Mgr: Clarence Brown
POLYTAINERS INC.
197 Norseman St Toronto ON M8Z 2R5 Tel: 416239-7311 800-268-2424 Fax: 416-239-0596
Email: info@polytainersinc.com Web: www. polytainersinc.com Pres: R K Barrett VP-Sales Craig Mills; Dir-Sales: Kevin Cinel; Bus Dev Mgr: Micheil Jennings Industries: Food SCANPACK INC.
2715 Bristol Circle #1 Oakville Ontario L6H6X5 Tel: 647-794-1353 Email: hello@scanpack.ca Web: https://www.scanpack.ca Pres: Steve Cussons
Plant Mgr: Victoria Shea Sales Mgr: Oliver RadleySmith Industries: cosmetics, food, general consumer packaging, shippng boxes, influencer boxes, gifting boxes
com Web: www.britmanpackagingservices.ca Pres: Peter Gabriel Type of products packaged: Dry, Foods, Powders Type of packages: Blisters, Cartons, Form/Fill/Seal, Shrink. BUCKHORN CANADA INC. 8032 Torbram Rd Brampton ON L6T 3T2 Tel: 905791-6500 800-461-7579 Fax: 905-791-9942 Web: www.buckhorncanada.com Sales Mgr: Tim Walsh Natl VP&Gen Mgr: Jim Morrison Type of products packaged: Food, Meat, Poultry, Retail Products, etc. Type of packages: Pallets, Bins, Trays, Broad Trays BULLSEYE PACKAGING SERVICES 13-10099 15 Street NE CALGARY AB T3J 0T7 Tel: 403-970-7155 Email: SALES@ BULLSEYEPACKAGING.CA Web: WWW. BULLEYEPACKAGING.CA Pres: STEPHEN PETERS Plant Mgr: ADRIAN HOUSER Sales Mgr: EIRA BRAUN-LABOSSIERE Type of products packaged: We are secondary co-packers of shelf-stable food & beverages, beer, liquor, pet treats, various types of consumer packaged goods. Can perform manual primary co-packing for nonhuman foodstuffs. Type of packages: Assembly of various promotional packs such as variety packs, mix packs, value-add attachments (such as coupons, gift-with-purchase, etc.)Perform custom kitting, e-commerce order fulfillment, pick and pack. Assembly and loading of retail displays, including pallet displays (DRP). Bundle wrapping capabilities in our BC location.
CANADIAN MATERIAL REPACK INC.
1-4355 County Rd 42 Windsor Ontario N8V 0A5 Tel: 226-777-8288 Email: info@cmrepack.com Web: www.cmrepack.com Pres: Andrew Hatfield Type of products packaged: We specialize in repacking, material handling, and order fulfillment services for everything from small-scale prototypes to established product lines. Type of packages: We specialize in repacking, material handling, and order fulfillment services for everything from smallscale prototypes to established product lines.
CAPO INDUSTRIES LTD.
1200 Corporate Drive Burlington ON L7L 5V5 Tel: 800-263-8250 Web: www.capoindustries.com Pres: D. Ridpath Sales Mgr: Nick Ridpath Type of products packaged: Specializing in liquid and powder formulations, white label, and contract packaging. Private labels available. 100% fill rate for major consumer goods. Type of packages: Fill / Seal, Spray, Bottles, Misters, Plastics, Cartons
CHINA BAVORA PRINTED PACKAGING CO., LTD.
4/F., 42 Yi Ai Road Xiamen Fujian 361005 Tel: 592555-8280 Email: bavora@jeawin.com Web: https://www.bavora-printing.com CONFAB LABORATORIES INC. 4355 boul Sir Wilfred Laurier Saint-Hubert QC J3Y 3X3 Tel: 450-443-6666 888-826-6322 Fax: 450443-4466 Sr Dir-Sls/Mktg: Raymond Baribeau Type of products packaged: Pharmaceuticals Type of packages: Blister, Bottles, Cartons, Shrink, Tubes. Confab offers packaging services such as bottling liquids and tablets, blisters both thermo and cold form, drinkable ampule filling, tube filling, plastic unit dose form/fill/seal CONTRACT PRE-ROLL INC
243 Broadway Ave Orangeville ON L9W1K6 Tel: 519-939-6345 Email: Info@planlp.com Web: Contractpre-roll.ca Pres: JP Perreault Sales Mgr: Adam Toomey Mat Bedard Type of products packaged: Cannabis Pre Roll Joints Dry Cannabis Bud Flower Type of packages: PreRolled Cones, Doob Tubes, Multi-Packs, Pre Made Pouches, Bulk Packaging DIMACHEM INC.
3258 Marentette Ave Windsor ON N8X 4G4 Tel: 519-969-5570 Fax: 519-969-8512 Email: info@ dimacheminc.com Web: dimacheminc.com Pres: Steve Cox Sales Mgr: Andrew Conway purchasing@dimacheminc.com Type of products packaged: Liquid chemicals, Pastes, and/or Dry Powders Type of packages: Bottles, Cartons, Jars, Shrink, Pails, Drums, Totes, Supersacs and Bulk. Chemical Toll Manufacturing and Packaging Services.
ECONOPAC
490 Midwest Rd Scarborough ON M1P 3A9 Tel: 416-750-7200 Web: www.econopac.com Sr Sales/ Mktg Mgr: Jaime Carney Type of products packaged: Food, Liquid, Paper, Samples, Pharmaceuticals Type of packages: Shrink Sleeves, Flow/Overwrapping, Micro Couponing,Tipping and Fugitive Gluing, Labeling, POP & Display Assembly, Form/Fill/Seal Single Dosage, Other: Kitting and Hand Assembly, Blister Packaging, Door and Bottle Hangers, Shrink Wrapping, Carton Folding and Insertion. SQF2 Approved, Clean Room ELOPAK CANADA INC. 3720 ave des Grandes Tourelles Boisbriand QC J7H 0A1 Tel: 450-970-2846 Fax: 514-326-3307 Web:
www.elopak.com Plant Mgr: Patricia Rothos Sales Mgr: Evelyn Rasmussen Type of products packaged: Powders, granulars and small pieces (food and non-food), liquid, Contract Packaging Type of packages: Juice, eggs, milk cartons, liquid & dry filled gable top cartons
FILLAB INC.
11750 4th Av RDP Montreal QC H1E 5Y2 Tel: 514494-8286 Fax: 514-643-1518 Email: info@fillab. com Web: www.fillab.com Ops Mgr: Jean-Francois Paquin Type of products packaged: Dry, Liquid, Powders, Pharmaceuticals; Contract Packaging Services CGMP - Tablets, Capsules, SoftGels, Creams, Liquids, Powders, Licences Health Canada HPFB/DGPSA and Controlled Substances Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics, Nutritional Supplements, Natural Health Products. Type of packages: Blister, Bottles, Cartons, Form/Fill/Seal, Jars, Shrink; Blister Pack Machine: PVC-PVDCAclar-Foil/Foil, Bottles Filling Machine: Tablets/ Capsules, Liquid/Cream Pouches, FFS-Filling Machine: Cream, Powder, Tubes Filling Machines: Plastic & Metal Tubes, Ampoules/Vials Filling Machines: Plastic & Glass, 3D-Blistel FFS: Cream, Liquid
GH MANUFACTURING INC.
101 Petrie Place Belleville ON K8N5T3 Tel: 613961-8860 Email: inquiries@ghmanufacturing.com Web: www.ghmanufacturing.com Pres: Guenther Huettlin Sales Mgr: Guenther Huettlin Kim Egan Type of products packaged: Dry products, products for the hygienic markets, Club pallets Type of packages: Shrinkwrap, semi-automatic cartoning, semi-automatic bag packing, flow wrap, displayready pallets, repacks, inspections, container changes
GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg Type of products packaged: Blister, Plastic to Plastic Sealing, Skin, Shrimk Wrap, Display Builds and Filling, Light Assembly, Boxing, Bagging Type of packages: Blister Packs, Skin Packs, Folding Cartons, Displays Corrugated or Fibre Boxboard, Shrinkwrapping, Conveyor Assembly, Light Manufacturing JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP 3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski Type of products packaged: Dry, Liquid, Pastes, Powders, Capsules, Tablets, Pharmaceuticals, Nutraceuticals, Cosmetics, Medical Devices. Type of packages: Folding Cartons, Blisters, Bottles, Pouches, Travel Vials, Form/Fill/Seal, Serialized Packaging. LABELINK PRODUCTS INC.
9201 Claveau Montreal Quebec H1J 2C8 Tel: 800786-1770 Fax: 514-328-1887 Email: Contactus@ Labelink.ca Web: www.labelink.ca Pres: Stephen Bouchard Sales Mgr: Martin Vachon VP Operations Victor Tortis Type of products packaged: Pharmaceutical, Food, Neutraceutical Type of packages: Bottles, Shrink, Jars, Cartons LES EMBALLAGES KNOWLTON / KNOWLTON PACKAGING
315 ch Knowlton Knowlton QC J0E 1V0 Tel: 450243-6161 Fax: 450-243-0559 Pres: Nick Whitley VP-Finance: Pierre Prudhomme. VP-Sls/Mktg: Mario Allaire Type of products packaged: Health & Beauty, A/P-DEO, Facial Care, Sun Care, Nail Care, Hair Colour Type of packages: Tubes, Bottles, Jars, Canister, Cartons, Shrink MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA
LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
PLANET A
145 Industrial Parkway South Aurora Ontario L4G 3V5 Tel: 844-356-9426 Email: hello@ planetacopacking.com Web: https:// planetacopacking.com/ Pres: Nicholas Reichenbach Plant Mgr: Camelia Rotarita Sales Mgr: Paul Burleson Type of products packaged: Liquid Type of packages: Aeseptic, Mostly Plant Based, Tetra Pak, Sustainable, B Corp RECURVE SOLUTIONS
24-56 FREEPORT CRESCENT NE CALGARY AB T3J 0T7 Tel: 403-970-7155 Email: EIRA@ RECURVESOLUTIONS.CA Web: WWW. RECURVESOLUTIONS.CA Pres: STEPHEN PETERS Plant Mgr: ADRIAN HOUSER Sales Mgr: EIRA BRAUN-LABOSSIERE DARREN BOLKO Type of products packaged: Supporting growing to medium sized businesses, we are secondary co-packers of shelf-stable food, beverage, beer, liquor, pet treats and various types of consumer packaged goods. We can perform manual primary co-packing of foodstuffs that are not intended for human consumption. Type of packages: We assemble variety packs and mix packs, attach value-add gift
PACKAGE MAKERS/SERVICES
with purchase items or coupons. Assemble and load retail displays, including pallet displays (DRP). Perform kitting services, pick + pack, e-commerce order fulfillment.
REPACK CANADA & THE FREELANCE PORTFOLIO
130 Claireville Dr Toronto ON M9W 5Y3 Tel: 416656-6227 877-804-4841 Fax: 416-736-4442 Email: info@repackcanada.com Web: www. repackcanada.com Pres: Carol Levy Plant Mgr: Kate Stephen Sales Mgr: Eira Braun-Labossiere Jennifer Stephen Type of products packaged: Foods, pharmaceuticals, natural health care, first aid kit supplies, secondary packaging of prepackaged foods, pharmaceuticals, liquor, personal care products, household goods and more. Type of packages: Shrinkfilm, secondary packaging, design, build, pack in-store displays, flowwrapping, bundle wrapping, auto bagging system, auto cartoning.
ROOTREE
1-5295 John Lucas Dr Burlington ON L7L 6A8 Tel: 905-336-7875 1-833-ROOTREE (766-8733)
Email: sales@rootree.ca Web: https://rootree.ca/ Pres: Phil St-Cyr Plant Mgr: Soek A’walia Sales Mgr: Pia Simran Dan Koz Type of products packaged: Dry, foods, liquid, pastes, powders, dry granular, pharmaceuticals. Type of packages: Flexible pouches, bottles, cartons, form/fill/seal, jars, tubes.
SARONG NORTH AMERICA INC.
2465 Cawthra Rd, Unit 121-122 Mississauga ON L5A 3P2 Tel: 905-272-3699 Web: www. sarongnorthamerica.ca Sales Mgr: Michael Radlo Type of products packaged: Food & Beverage, Household, Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals Type of packages: Single Severe Form/Fill/Seal Containers, Capsules, Blisters, Other
STURGEON VALLEY FERTILIZERS
Box 278 57402 RR 252A Legal AB T0G 1L0 Tel: 780-961-3088 Fax: 780-961-3084 Web: www. svfltd.ca Plant Mgr: Eric Cyr Sales Mgr: Louis Cyr Type of products packaged: Dry, Ice melts, Fertilizers Type of packages: Open mouth, paper,Plastic
CONVERTERS OF PAPERS, FILMS, F OILS
ACORN PACKAGING INC.
563 Queensway E Mississauga ON L5A 3X6 Tel: 800-461-1361 Fax: 905-279-3234 Email: sales@ acornpkg.com Web: www.acornpkg.com Materials Converted: Films, Foils, Papers Facilities: Bagmaking, Coating, Flexo, Laminating AHEARN & SOPER INC.
100 Woodbine Downs Blvd Toronto ON M9W 5S6 Tel: 416-675-3999 800-263-4258 Fax: 416-6753457 Email: salesdept@ahearn.com Web: www. ahearn.com Materials Converted: Papers, Films, Tags Facilities: Diecutting, Flexo ALL-FILL INC.
418 Creamery Way Exton PA 19341-2500 Tel: 610524-7350 866-455-3455 Fax: 610-524-7346 Email: info@all-fill.com Web: www.all-fill.com
PO Box 94188 Richmond BC V6Y 2A4 Tel: 604277-7111 Pres: Joe Knoll Plant Mgr: Larry Davis, Dave Konarski Sales Mgr: Brent Giles, Bob McQueen Materials Converted: Papers Facilities: Coating, Bagmaking, Tissue Winding, Napkins, Counter Rolls, Roll Heads, Packing Sheets DECO LABELS & FLEXIBLE
PACKAGING
28 Greensboro Dr Toronto ON M9W 1E1 Tel: 416247-7878 Fax: 416-247-9030 Email: sales@ decolabels.com Web: www.decolabels.com
Materials Converted: Papers, Films and Foils
Facilities: Diecutting, Laminating and Flexo, Basewraps, Can wraps, Cold foil, de-lam re-lam print-on adhesive, Instant redeemable coupons, Multipaneled extended content labels, Re-sealable hinged labels, Re-sealable packaging for meat, produce and personal care, Rotary silkscreen, Shrink sleeves, Tags. Roll to Roll film, Shrink Sleeves
DONWAY PACKAGING CORP. LTD.
12 Principal Rd Scarborough ON M1R 4Z3 Tel: 416494-5400 877-504-7041 Fax: 416-494-5409 Email: info@donwaypackaging.com Web: www. donwaypackaging.com Pres: James Molloy Plant Mgr: Lambert Grant Sales Mgr: Margarita Molloy Materials Converted: Papers Facilities: Diecutting, Slitting, Rewinding, Sheeting and Guillotining DURAFAST LABEL COMPANY
2-53 Queens Plate Dr Etobicoke ON M9W 6P1 Fax: 416-981-3071 Email: sales@sector9.ca Web: www.durafastlabel.ca Materials Converted: Papers Facilities: Coating, Diecutting, Laminating, Letterpress ELOPAK CANADA INC.
3720 ave des Grandes Tourelles Boisbriand QC J7H 0A1 Tel: 450-970-2846 Fax: 514-326-3307 Web: www.elopak.com Plant Mgr: Patricia Rothos Sales Mgr: Evelyn Rasmussen Materials Converted: Papers, Foils Facilities: Converted Polyethylene Board and Foil Laminated Board. Diecutting and Creasing, Flexo and Litho Printing EMMERSON PACKAGING
12 Tupper Blvd Amherst Nova Scotia B4H 4S7 Tel: 902-661-7286 Email: ngreen@ emmersonpackaging.com Web: www. emmersonpackaging.com Pres: Stephen Emmerson Plant Mgr: Jonathan White Sales Mgr: Aaron McLean Other plants: Belleville, Ontario Materials Converted: films, plastic Facilities: Bag making, lamination, product innovation, pre-press design, extrusion, flexographic printing, converting FARNELL PACKAGING LIMITED
30 Isley Ave Dartmouth NS B3B 1L3 Tel: 902-4689378 800-565-9378 Fax: 902-468-3192 Web: www.farnell.ns.ca Pres: B. Morash Plant Mgr: A. O’Leary Sales Mgr: N. MacMillan V.P. Operations: D. Christianson Materials Converted: Films, Foils Facilities: PE Film Extruder, Flexographic Printer, Rollstock/Bag/Sheet Converter. Manufacturer with 60 year history providing flexible packaging solutions.
FORTE LABELS AND SHRINK SLEEVES INC.
2-77 Courtland Ave Richmond Hill ON L4S 3S9 Tel: 905-669-7426 Fax: 905-669-7602 Email: adnan@ fortelabels.com Web: www.fortelabels.com Pres: Khald Shah Plant Mgr: James McLean Sales Mgr: Denis Cancellara VP-Operations: Adnan Shah Systems: UV Flexo /10 Colors / Rotary Screen / 2 x Cold Filing Digital / 8 Colors. Categories Served: Food, Beverage, Personal Care/Cosmetics, Household, Pharmaceutical / Nutraceutical. FPC FLEXIBLE PACKAGING CORPORATION
1891 Eglinton Ave. E. Scarborough ON M1L2L7 Tel: 416-288-3060 Email: sales@fpcflexible.com Web: www.fpcflexible.com Pres: Brent Brewer Plant Mgr: Glen Beharry Sales Mgr: Steve Marsden Materials Converted: Paper, Film & Foils Facilities: Flexo, Gravure, Wax Coating, Solvent/Solvent-less
Adhesive, laminating, poly-coating, rewind/slitting GH MANUFACTURING INC.
101 Petrie Place Belleville ON K8N5T3 Tel: 613961-8860 Email: inquiries@ghmanufacturing.com Web: www.ghmanufacturing.com Pres: Guenther Huettlin Sales Mgr: Guenther Huettlin Kim Egan Materials Converted: Polyethylene film Facilities: Bagmaking on high-tech, high-speed lines, a wide range of sizes, including small PE bags, zipper, drawstring closures GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg Materials Converted: Papers. Facilities: Litho, Hot Stamping, Embossing, Diecutting, Creasing, Scoring, Folding, Coating, UV Coating INDUSTRIAL MARKING SYSTEMS INC.
9000 Henri Bourassa O St Laurent QC H4S 1L5 Tel: 514-336-3213 888-336-3213 Fax: 514-745-2923 Email: info@imsinc.ca Web: www.imsinc.ca Pres: Jean Ethier Plant Mgr: Jean Ethier Sales Mgr: Michel Sirois Materials Converted: Papers, Films, Foils Facilities: Diecutting, Flexoprinting, Laminating, Coating, Creasing, Scoring INTEPLAST BAGS AND FILMS CORPORATION - HAREMAR PLASTIC MANUFACTURING DIVISION
200 Great Gulf Dr Vaughan ON L4K 4W1 Tel: 905761-7552 Fax: 905-761-2808 Web: www.haremar. com Pres: Mark Lichtblau Materials Converted: Papers, Films, Foils. Manufacturer of consumer retail trash bags and converter/laminating grade polyethylene films
JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP
3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski Materials Converted: Paper, Film, Foils Facilities: Bagmaking, Coating, Flexo, Laminating, Litho, Pressure Sensitive Labels, Intelligent Packaging, Laser Labels, Paper Bags. LABELINK PRODUCTS INC. 9201 Claveau Montreal Quebec H1J 2C8 Tel: 800786-1770 Fax: 514-328-1887 Email: Contactus@ Labelink.ca Web: www.labelink.ca Pres: Stephen Bouchard Sales Mgr: Martin Vachon VP Operations Victor Tortis Materials Converted: Paper, Films, Tag Facilities: Flexo, diecutting, embossing, hotstamping,cold-Stamping, laminting, Flexible packaging, Digital MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA
LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092 NETPAK
1-5295 John Lucas Dr Burlington ON L7L 6A8 Tel: 905-336-7875 1-833-ROOTREE (766-8733) Email: sales@rootree.ca Web: https://rootree.ca/ Pres: Phil St-Cyr Plant Mgr: Soek A’walia Sales Mgr: Pia Simran Dan Koz Materials Converted: Conventional, recyclable, and compostable films. Facilities: Digital printing, laminating, and converting. SCANPACK INC.
2715 Bristol Circle #1 Oakville Ontario L6H6X5 Tel: 647-794-1353 Email: hello@scanpack.ca Web: https://www.scanpack.ca Pres: Steve Cussons Plant Mgr: Victoria Shea Sales Mgr: Oliver RadleySmith Facilities: litho, digital coating, diecutting, embossing, laminating, glue/fold, SPICERS CANADA
200 Galcat Drive Vaughan ON L4L 0B9 Tel: 905265-5000 877-790-2335 Email: contactus@ spicers.ca Web: www.spicers.ca Pres: Cory Turner Plant Mgr: James Tovell Sales Mgr: Matthew Serwin Materials Converted: Roll to sheet custom size paper converting onto press ready skids Facilities: Toronto: Paper Converting Winnipeg: Paper Converting Montreal: Rewinding & Slitting TAPP LABEL COMPANY
8700 Bryn Mawr Ave. 1000N Chicago IL 60631 Tel: 773-877-3300 866-439-6050 Email: packaging@ tc.tc Web: www.tc.tc/packaging Materials Converted: films and foils TEKPAKSOLUTIONS
1-44 Ditton Drive Hamilton Ontario L8W 0A9 Tel: 416-505-3839 Email: info@tekpaksolutions.com Web: www.tekpaksolutions.com Pres: Robert Pocius Sales Mgr: Lisa Hamilton Materials Converted: All flexible packaging-specializing in Biodegadable Films Facilities: Laminated & Printed Bags & Pouches & Rollstock Biodegradable Flexo & Gravure
TEMPO FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
2237 Industrial Park Road Innisfil Ontario L9S 3V9 Tel: 705-436-4442 888-436-4444 Email: contactus@tempoflexiblepackaging.com Web: www.tempoflexiblepackaging.com Materials Converted: Films Facilities: flexo, laminating, prepress, bagmaking, extrusion WEDLOCK PAPER CONVERTERS LTD.
100 Saulteaux Cres Winnipeg MB R3J 3T3 Tel: 204-889-1015 Fax: 204-832-7781 Web: www. winpak.com Pres: B J Berry Dir-Prod: Graeme Hall. Sales Mgr/Pres-Winpak Div: D A Johns Other plants: Toronto, Montreal, Chicago, Senoia, Peoria, San Berandino Materials Converted: Papers, Films & Foil Facilities: Laminating, Coating, Bagmaking, Letterpress, Gravure, Flexo, Embossing, Diecutting, Creasing, Scoring WINPAK PORTION PACKAGING LTD.
6 Wedgeport Court Nobleton ON L7B0A4 Tel: 416399-8050 Web: www.winpak.com Sales Mgr: Robert Graham Materials Converted: Papers, films,rigid containers Facilities: All
DIGITAL IMAGING & PRE-PRESS
BENECO CUSTOM
PACKAGING|SOOPAK.COM
3640 McNicol Ave., Scarborough ON M1X 1G5 Tel: 905-677-2888 855-755-7225 Email: info@ benecopackaging.com Web: benecopackaging. com/ Pres: YJ Jiang Plant Mgr: Roy Amm Sales Mgr: Tony Li Services: Prepress, Artwork Desing, Dieline Design, Mockup, CAD Sample DURAFAST LABEL COMPANY
2-53 Queens Plate Dr Etobicoke ON M9W 6P1 Fax: 416-981-3071 Email: sales@sector9.ca Web: www.durafastlabel.ca Services: Labels GLENMORE CUSTOM PRINT & PACKAGING 13751 Mayfield Place Richmond BC V6V 2G9 Tel: 604-273-6323 866-333-6323 Web: glenmorecustomprint.com
GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg Services: Creative Art Services, Wide Format Printing, Computer-to-plate, Prototyping, CAD/CAM Structural Design, Creative Art Design GRAPHIC PACKAGING
INTERNATIONAL CANADA 7830 Tranmere Dr Mississauga ON L5S 1L9 Tel: 905-678-8211 Fax: 905-678-7233 Web: www. cascades.com Sales Mgr: Mike Sharpe
JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP 3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski Services: Prepress LABELINK PRODUCTS INC. 9201 Claveau Montreal Quebec H1J 2C8 Tel: 800786-1770 Fax: 514-328-1887 Email: Contactus@ Labelink.ca Web: www.labelink.ca Pres: Stephen Bouchard Sales Mgr: Martin Vachon VP Operations Victor Tortis Services: Digital, Prepress MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA LP
PACKAGE MAKERS/SERVICES
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
Services: computer to plate, multi-line screen management, digital press, color samples and prototypes, graphic design, box conception PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIES INC.
310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Email: tim.boissinot@ptibox.com Web: www. ptibox.com Pres: Tim Boissinot Plant Mgr: Clarence Brown
POLYTAINERS INC.
197 Norseman St Toronto ON M8Z 2R5 Tel: 416239-7311 800-268-2424 Fax: 416-239-0596 Email: info@polytainersinc.com Web: www. polytainersinc.com Pres: R K Barrett VP-Sales Craig Mills; Dir-Sales: Kevin Cinel; Bus Dev Mgr: Micheil Jennings
ROOTREE
1-5295 John Lucas Dr Burlington ON L7L 6A8 Tel: 905-336-7875 1-833-ROOTREE (766-8733) Email: sales@rootree.ca Web: https://rootree.ca/ Pres: Phil St-Cyr Plant Mgr: Soek A’walia Sales Mgr: Pia Simran Dan Koz Services: Boutique creative agency, branding, package design, social media marketing, online marketing, website development, animation, video, and photography.
SCANPACK INC.
2715 Bristol Circle #1 Oakville Ontario L6H6X5 Tel: 647-794-1353 Email: hello@scanpack.ca Web: https://www.scanpack.ca Pres: Steve Cussons Plant Mgr: Victoria Shea Sales Mgr: Oliver RadleySmith Services: full digital up to B2 sheet size, full prepress and design.
7-52 West Beaver Creek Rd Richmond Hill ON L4B 1L9 Tel: 905-882-2222 Fax: 905-882-0437 Email: info@cdowner.com Web: www.cdowner.com Pres: Jeff Downer Charles Downer, John MacArthur EDSON PACKAGING MACHINERY LTD.
215 Hempstead Dr Hamilton ON L8W 2E6 Tel: 905385-3201 800-493-3766 Fax: 905-385-8775 Email: value@edson.com Web: www.edson.com Pres: Gray Evans
FLEXLINK SYSTEMS, INC. 1-1549 Yorkton Crt Burlington ON L7P 5B7 Tel: 905-639-6878 Fax: 905-639-4632 Email: info. ca@flexlink.com Web: www.flexlink.com
GEORGE A. WRIGHT & SON TORONTO LTD.
21 State Crown Blvd Toronto ON M1V 4B1 Tel: 416261-6499 Fax: 416-261-8572 Email: sales@ gawto.com Web: www.gawto.com VP: Tom Meikle GEOSAF INC.
803-5605 av de Gaspe Montreal QC H2T 2A4 Tel: 514-331-4147 Fax: 514-331-4226 Email: sales@ geosaf.com Web: www.geosaf.com
IMA NORTH AMERICA INC.
7 New Lancaster Rd Leominster MA 01453 Tel: 978-537-8534 800-851-1518 Fax: 978-840-0730 Email: sales@imausa.net Web: www.ima.it
JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP
3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski
LYNE SYSTEMS
1651 Welch St North Vancouver British Columbia V7P 3G9 Tel: 604-639-7639 Email: info@ lynesystems.com Web: www.lynesystems.com Pres: Mike Gardiner Sales Mgr: Kyle Gardiner MCRAE INTEGRATION LTD.
34 Meridian Rd Etobicoke ON M9W 4Z7 Tel: 416-2528833 Fax: 416-252-0053 Email: marcus.mielke@ mcraeintegration.com Web: www.mcraeintegration. com Pres: Andrew Bentley VP-Sales & Marketing Marcus Mielke Industrial Controls and Automation for process and packaging. Project Management services. Machine Safety Upgrades. Vision based inspection systems. Software solutions for process controls including MES. Rockwell (Allen Bradley) Certified Systems Integrator.
MULTIVAC CANADA INC.
6 Abacus Rd Brampton ON L6T 5B7 Tel: 905-2641170 877-264-1170 Fax: 905-264-0227 Email: info@ca.multivac.com Web: ca.multivac.com Pres: Evan Segalowitz Sales Mgr: Paul Marsden Phil Crozier High pressure pasturization, Thermoform/ Rollstock machines, Vacuum/gas flush packaging machines.
NJM
5600 rue Kieran Saint-Laurent QC H4S 2B5 Tel: 514-337-6990 Fax: 514-335-0801 Email: info@ NJMPackaging.com Web: www.njmpackaging.com Pres: Michel Lapierre Plant Mgr: Steve LeDuc Sales Mgr: Mark Laroche
NUSPARK INC.
400 Steeprock Dr Toronto ON M3J 2X1 Tel: 416663-7071 Fax: 416-663-0233 Email: sales@ nuspark.com Web: www.nuspark.com PLAN AUTOMATION INC.
4902 Union Rd Beamsville ON L0R 1B4 Tel: 905563-9400 877-924-3337 Fax: 905-563-7224 Email: info@propack.ca Web: www.propack.ca Pres: Chris Follows Sales Mgr: Daibidh Millman SCHAWK CANADA INC.
1620 Tech Ave Mississauga ON L4W 5P4 Tel: 905219-1620 Fax: 905-219-1677 Web: www.schawk. com Plant Mgr: Neil Davidson Sales Mgr: Robert Cockerill SPEEDWAY PACKAGING
MACHINERY
10 Gormley Industrial Ave Unit 2-3 Gormley ON L0H 1G0 Tel: 905-888-5344 Fax: 905-888-5374 Email: contactus@spmi.ca Web: www.spmi.ca Plant Mgr: Kent Edmunds SPS/PHIN LIMITED
631-420 Main St E Milton ON L9T 5G3 Tel: 416298-2151 Fax: 416-298-2170 Email: inquiry@ spsphin.com Web: www.spsphin.com Original equipment manufacturer (Phin labellers) and designer of complementary packaging machinery. Project Management, line integration, commissioning and training. Food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, household chemical.
STEELNOR/INVENTURE
ENGINEERING & MACHINERY INC.
511 Welham Rd Barrie ON L4N 8Z6 Tel: 705-7259750 Fax: 705-725-8086 Email: pack@steelnor. com Web: www.steelnor.com Pres: Gary Nychka Plant Mgr: Ron McCutcheon Sales Mgr: Paul Wagner David Steele STOCK PACKAGING CANADA
815A Tecumseh Pointe-Claire QC H9R 4B1 Tel: 514-426-1266 844-426-1266 Fax: 514-426-1200 Email: info@stockcanada.ca Web: www. stockcanada.ca Pres: Eric Williamson Dir: Eric Williamson; Sales: Jason Miller STORCAN
215 Industriel Blvd. Chateauguay QC J6J 4Z2 Tel: 450-698-2158 800-361-9073 Email: info@ storcan.com Web: https://www.storcan.com Pres: Jean-Martin Savoie Sales Mgr: Isidoro Coppola, Michael Meynckens, Hugo Lorquet TRI-MACH GROUP INC.
23 Donway Ct Elmira ON N3B 0B1 Tel: 519-7446565 877-874-6224 Fax: 519-744-6829 Email: info@tri-mach.com Web: www.tri-mach.com Plant Mgr: Michael Hann Sales Mgr: Krystal Darling WESTROCK 1000 Abernathy Rd NE Atlanta GA 30328 Tel: 770448-2193 Web: www.westrock.com
MANUFACTURERS OF CORRUGATED BOXES, ETC. ATLANTIC PACKAGING PRODUCTS LTD.
111 Progress Ave Toronto ON M1P 2Y9 Tel: 416298-8101 800-268-5620 Fax: 416-297-2218 Email: marketing@atlantic.ca Web: www.atlantic. ca Pres: David Boles Sales Mgr: Vito Mangialardi Luis Prior, Director of Marketing Type of containers and materials produced: All Types of Corrugated Cartons Production facilities: Complete Corrugated Including Die Presses CARTONEK
645 rue des Martinets St-Lambert de Lauzon Québec G0S 2W0 Tel: 418-520-6895 Email: robertv@groupeaptas.com Web: www.cartonek. com Robert Vallee Type of containers and materials produced: Corrugated
CASCADES CONTAINERBOARD PACKAGING
1061 rue Parent Saint-Bruno QC J3V 6R7 Tel: 450461-8600 866-735-2635 Fax: 450-461-8636 Web: www.cascades.com Pres: Charles Malo Type of containers and materials produced: Corrugated products
CENTRAL GRAPHICS & CONTAINER GROUP
5526 Timberlea Blvd Mississauga ON L4W 2T7 Tel: 905-238-8400 Fax: 905-238-8127 Email: askus@ centralgrp.com Web: www.centralgrp.com Sales Mgr: Rick Eastwood Type of containers and materials produced: Specialists in direct print of quality graphics on corrugated, for retail packaging & display in addition to traditional corrugated packaging. Production facilities: 1 to 5 colour printing, flat diecutting, rotary diecutting, specialty folding & gluing, slotting CORRUPAL
225 av Liberte Candiac QC J5R 3X8 Tel: 450-6384222 Fax: 450-638-3839 Web: www.corrupal.com Pres: Martin Terrault Plant Mgr: Claude Boyer Sales Mgr: Laurie Du Temple Quirion Type of containers and materials produced: Corrugated Pallets, Boxes and Bracing
CROWN PACKAGING
PO Box 94188 Richmond BC V6Y 2A4 Tel: 604277-7111 Pres: Joe Knoll Plant Mgr: Larry Davis, Dave Konarski Sales Mgr: Brent Giles, Bob McQueen Type of containers and materials produced: Corrugated sheets & containers. DIVERSCO GLOBAL PACKAGING INC.
495 Conestoga Boulevard Cambridge Ontario N1R 7P4 Tel: 519-740-1210 800-661-9955 Fax: 519740-7303 Email: jmartin@diversco.com Web: www.diverscoglobalpackaging.com Pres: Jean Martin Plant Mgr: Chris Connor Sales Mgr: Doug Gibson Type of containers and materials produced: Setup Triplewall Pallet Boxes, Stock and Release Corrugated Boxes, Partitions and Custom Dunnage Solutions
GLENMORE CUSTOM PRINT & PACKAGING
13751 Mayfield Place Richmond BC V6V 2G9 Tel: 604-273-6323 866-333-6323 Web: glenmorecustomprint.com
GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg Type of containers and materials produced: E, F, G, N fine flute corrugated for retail and display packaging. Production facilities: Litho Print, Die Cutting, Coating, Windowing and Gluing KRUGER INC.
3285 Bedford Rd Montreal QC H3S 1G5 Tel: 514366-8050 800-361-2845 Fax: 514-366-6489 Email: michael.lafave@kruger.com Web: www. kruger.com Sales Mgr: Mr. Dany Légaré General Manager: Mr. Martin Gingras. Production Manager: Mr. Martin Sauvageau. Technical Service & Quality Manager: Mr. Stéphane Tailly. Type of containers and materials produced: Corrugated boxes, Display boxes
MARITIME PAPER PRODUCTS
25 Borden Ave Dartmouth Nova Scotia B3B 1C7 Tel: 902-468-5353 800-565-5353 Email: sales@ maritimepaper.com Web: https://www. maritimepaper.com/ Pres: Sheldon Gouthro Sales Mgr: Geoff Morse Type of containers and materials produced: Maritime Paper produces high quality corrugated packaging products that include the standard brown shipping carton, 7 color flexographic printing, retail displays, specialty folding, die cuts, corrugated pallets, wax cascaded cartons and bulk bins. Production facilities: Maritime Paper has three manufacturing facilities located on the east coast of Canada
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA
LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
MITCHEL-LINCOLN PACKAGING LTD.
3737 boul Thimens Ville St Laurent QC H4R 1V1 Tel: 514-332-3480 800-361-5727 Fax: 514-3322039 Email: ml@mitchellincoln.ca Web: www. mitchellincoln.ca Pres: James Garfinkle Plant Mgr: Pierre Aubry Sales Mgr: Mike Goriani Type of containers and materials produced: all Types of Corrugated Boxes. Production facilities: Corrugating, Flexo-Folder-Gluing, Diecutting, Stitching, Taping MOORE PACKAGING CORPORATION
191 John St Barrie ON L4N 2L4 Tel: 705-737-1023 Fax: 705-737-5579 Web: www.moorepackaging. com Pres: Dan Fraber CEO: Peter B Moore. Dir Sls: Jeff Abbott Type of containers and materials
produced: Corrugated packaging, POP displays, label laminating, pre-print.
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIES INC.
310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Email: tim.boissinot@ptibox.com Web: www. ptibox.com Pres: Tim Boissinot Plant Mgr: Clarence Brown Type of containers and materials produced: Corrugated Boxes, Point of Purchase Displays, Folding Cartons, Retail Ready Packaging PLANET A
145 Industrial Parkway South Aurora Ontario L4G 3V5 Tel: 844-356-9426 Email: hello@ planetacopacking.com Web: https:// planetacopacking.com/ Pres: Nicholas Reichenbach Plant Mgr: Camelia Rotarita Sales Mgr: Paul Burleson PRINTINGBLUE
5837 De Zavala Rd, Ste 690325 SAN ANTONIO TX 78269-0638 Tel: 416-907-6181 Email: support@ printingblue.com Web: https://www.printingblue. ca/ Sales Mgr: James Scott
WESTROCK
1000 Abernathy Rd NE Atlanta GA 30328 Tel: 770448-2193 Web: www.westrock.com
MATERIAL RECOVERY
CASCADES RECOVERY INC.
66 Shorncliffe Rd Etobicoke ON M8Z 5K1 Tel: 416232-8808 866-751-1004 Fax: 416-232-6061 Email: contact@recoverycascades.com Web: www.cascadesrecovery.ca CEO: Albino Metauro. COO: Anthony Metauro. VP: Gary Sexton. Paper Recovery/Recycling (Office Paper/OCC, etc); Wood Pallets; Secure Destruction; Organic Waste; Hazardous Materials; Waste Audits/Assessments (BOMA, LEED compliant) Mixed Plastics; Metal Recovery; E-waste; Grease/Food Oil; General Refuse; Marketing/Communications; Tenant/Staff/ Housekeeping Awareness & Education; Environmental Certificates and Diversion Reports; Compactor/Baler Installation and Servicing; Equipment Supply.
ECOBIOPLAS INC
29 Urquhart Court Aurora Ontario L4G 0K5 Tel: 416-807-3316 Web: www.ecobioplas.com Pres: Susan George Plant Mgr: Zubin George Sales Mgr: Mohan George
NUTRITION FACTS GRAPHICS
BARCODE GRAPHICS INC.
5-25 Brodie Drive Richmond Hill ON L4B 3K7 Tel: 905-770-1154 Fax: 905-787-1575 Email: info@ barcodegraphics.com Web: www.barcodegraphics. com Pres: John Herzig Sales Mgr: Connie Furtado GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
REPACK CANADA & THE FREELANCE PORTFOLIO
130 Claireville Dr Toronto ON M9W 5Y3 Tel: 416656-6227 877-804-4841 Fax: 416-736-4442 Email: info@repackcanada.com Web: www. repackcanada.com Pres: Carol Levy Plant Mgr: Kate Stephen Sales Mgr: Eira Braun-Labossiere Jennifer Stephen
PACKAGE DESIGNERS & CONSULTANTS
ANTHEM WORLDWIDE
1620 Tech Ave Mississauga ON L4W 5P4 Tel: 905219-1700 Fax: 905-219-166 Web: VP-Client Integration: Anne Dean ASTRO BOX CORP. 1-117 Basaltic Rd Concord ON L4K 1G4 Tel: 905695-8788 866-255-5328 Fax: 905-695-8791 Email: info@astroboxcorp.com Web: www. astroboxcorp.com Pres: Charles Parlagreco ATLANTIC PACKAGING PRODUCTS LTD.
111 Progress Ave Toronto ON M1P 2Y9 Tel: 416298-8101 800-268-5620 Fax: 416-297-2218 Email: marketing@atlantic.ca Web: www.atlantic. ca Pres: David Boles Sales Mgr: Vito Mangialardi Luis Prior, Director of Marketing BENECO CUSTOM PACKAGING|SOOPAK.COM 3640 McNicol Ave., Scarborough ON M1X 1G5 Tel: 905-677-2888 855-755-7225 Email: info@ benecopackaging.com Web: benecopackaging. com/ Pres: YJ Jiang Plant Mgr: Roy Amm Sales Mgr: Tony Li
PACKAGE MAKERS/SERVICES
BENECO PACKAGING|SOOPAK.COM
Unit B 3640 McNicoll Ave Scarborough ON M1X 1G5 Tel: 905-677-2888 Fax: 905-677-8858 Email: sales@soopak.com Web: www.soopak.com Pres: Yajun Jiang Plant Mgr: Roy Amm Sales Mgr: Richard Martin
BERICAP NORTH AMERICA INC.
835 Syscon Crt Burlington ON L7L 6C5 Tel: 905634-2248 Fax: 905-634-7780 Web: www.bericap. com Pres: Scott Ambrose Plant Mgr: Michael Lubrick Sales Mgr: David Watson
BERLIN PACKAGING
525 W. Monroe St Chicago IL 60661 Tel: 514-6339247 800-723-7546 Email: andre.lt@ berlinpackaging.com Web: https://www. berlinpackaging.com/ BRIDGEMARK
77 City Centre Dr, East Tower, 2nd Floor Mississauga ON L5B 1M5 Tel: 905-281-7240 866335-9457 Fax: 905-270-3601 Email: info@ bridgemark.agency Web: www.bridgemark.agency Pres: Steve Davis
BUCKHORN CANADA INC.
8032 Torbram Rd Brampton ON L6T 3T2 Tel: 905791-6500 800-461-7579 Fax: 905-791-9942 Web: www.buckhorncanada.com Sales Mgr: Tim Walsh Natl VP&Gen Mgr: Jim Morrison
CENTRAL GRAPHICS & CONTAINER GROUP
5526 Timberlea Blvd Mississauga ON L4W 2T7 Tel: 905-238-8400 Fax: 905-238-8127 Email: askus@ centralgrp.com Web: www.centralgrp.com Sales Mgr: Rick Eastwood
CHARLES DOWNER & CO. LTD.
7-52 West Beaver Creek Rd Richmond Hill ON L4B 1L9 Tel: 905-882-2222 Fax: 905-882-0437 Email: info@cdowner.com Web: www.cdowner.com Pres: Jeff Downer Charles Downer, John MacArthur
CHINA BAVORA PRINTED PACKAGING CO., LTD.
4/F., 42 Yi Ai Road Xiamen Fujian 361005 Tel: 592555-8280 Email: bavora@jeawin.com Web: https://www.bavora-printing.com
CLIKBO LABS
640 Roselawn Avenue #510 Toronto Ontario M5N 1K9 Tel: 647-504-4934 Web: Instagram @clikbo_ world Pres: Noah Shopsowitz
DAVIS DESIGN
77 City Centre Dr West Tower, 2nd Floor Mississauga ON L5B 1M5 Tel: 905-270-2501 Fax: 905-270-3969 Email: info@davisdesign.ca Web: www.davisdesign.ca
DIVERSCO GLOBAL PACKAGING INC.
495 Conestoga Boulevard Cambridge Ontario N1R 7P4 Tel: 519-740-1210 800-661-9955 Fax: 519740-7303 Email: jmartin@diversco.com Web: www.diverscoglobalpackaging.com Pres: Jean Martin Plant Mgr: Chris Connor Sales Mgr: Doug Gibson
EMMERSON PACKAGING
12 Tupper Blvd Amherst Nova Scotia B4H 4S7 Tel: 902-661-7286 Email: ngreen@ emmersonpackaging.com Web: www. emmersonpackaging.com Pres: Stephen Emmerson Plant Mgr: Jonathan White Sales Mgr: Aaron McLean
GBC DESIGN COMMUNICATIONS
19 Brock Street West Oshawa ON L1G1R2 Tel: 416841-5028 Email: gbc@gbc-design.com Web: gbcdesign.com Pres: G Bruce Chapman GENERAL CONVEYOR INC.
155 Engelhard Dr Aurora ON L4G 3V1 Tel: 905727-7922 Fax: 905-841-1056 Web: www.gccl.com W A Rickard
GENPAK - DIV.OF GREAT PACIFIC ENTERPRISES
25 Aylmer St Peterborough ON K9J 6Y8 GLENMORE CUSTOM PRINT & PACKAGING
13751 Mayfield Place Richmond BC V6V 2G9 Tel: 604-273-6323 866-333-6323 Web: glenmorecustomprint.com
GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg
JG CONSULTING LLC
4071 N 90th street Milwaukee Wisconsin 53222 Tel: 414-708-8828 Email: joe.imfa3@gmail.com Pres: Joseph Grygny
JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP
3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA
LP 35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
MULTIVAC CANADA INC.
6 Abacus Rd Brampton ON L6T 5B7 Tel: 905-2641170 877-264-1170 Fax: 905-264-0227 Email: info@ca.multivac.com Web: ca.multivac.com Pres: Evan Segalowitz Sales Mgr: Paul Marsden Phil Crozier High pressure pasturization, Thermoform/ Rollstock machines, Vacuum/gas flush packaging machines. NETPAK
9055 Impasse de l’Invention Anjou Québec H1J 3A7 Tel: 514-645-8412 866-399-8544 Email: sales@netpak.com Web: www.netpak.com PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIES INC.
310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Email: tim.boissinot@ptibox.com Web: www. ptibox.com Pres: Tim Boissinot Plant Mgr: Clarence Brown
PLANET A
145 Industrial Parkway South Aurora Ontario L4G 3V5 Tel: 844-356-9426 Email: hello@ planetacopacking.com Web: https:// planetacopacking.com/ Pres: Nicholas Reichenbach Plant Mgr: Camelia Rotarita Sales Mgr: Paul Burleson
PRINTINGBLUE
5837 De Zavala Rd, Ste 690325 SAN ANTONIO TX 78269-0638 Tel: 416-907-6181 Email: support@ printingblue.com Web: https://www.printingblue. ca/ Sales Mgr: James Scott PRX PRINT
6110 Ordan Dr Unit 1 Mississauga ON L5T 2B4 Tel: 905-670-2014 Fax: 905-495-1599 Email: info@ prxprint.com Web: www.prxprint.com Pres: Debbie Gilbert
RAYACOM PREMIUM PRINT
125 W 71st Ave Vancouver BC V5X 2X3 Tel: 604254-4488 Email: premiumprint@rayacom.com Web: Www.RAYACOM.com Pres: Austin Tran Plant Mgr: David Benza Sales Mgr: Bruno Bega Ravi Meharu
REPACK CANADA & THE FREELANCE PORTFOLIO
130 Claireville Dr Toronto ON M9W 5Y3 Tel: 416656-6227 877-804-4841 Fax: 416-736-4442 Email: info@repackcanada.com Web: www. repackcanada.com Pres: Carol Levy Plant Mgr: Kate Stephen Sales Mgr: Eira Braun-Labossiere Jennifer Stephen ROOTREE
1-5295 John Lucas Dr Burlington ON L7L 6A8 Tel: 905-336-7875 1-833-ROOTREE (766-8733) Email: sales@rootree.ca Web: https://rootree.ca/ Pres: Phil St-Cyr Plant Mgr: Soek A’walia Sales Mgr: Pia Simran Dan Koz SCANPACK INC.
2715 Bristol Circle #1 Oakville Ontario L6H6X5 Tel: 647-794-1353 Email: hello@scanpack.ca Web: https://www.scanpack.ca Pres: Steve Cussons Plant Mgr: Victoria Shea Sales Mgr: Oliver RadleySmith
SEALED AIR CORPORATION
3755 Laird Rd Mississauga ON L5L 0B3 Tel: 905829-1200 Web: www.sealedair.com Company Head: J E Brown, Graphic Serv Mgr. R W Anderson, Graphic Art Dir
STOCK PACKAGING CANADA
815A Tecumseh Pointe-Claire QC H9R 4B1 Tel: 514-426-1266 844-426-1266 Fax: 514-426-1200 Email: info@stockcanada.ca Web: www. stockcanada.ca Pres: Eric Williamson Dir: Eric Williamson; Sales: Jason Miller TRICORBRAUN
1000-6 CityPlace Dr St. Louis MO 63146 Tel: 314569-3633 800-325-7782 Email: marketing@ tricorbraun.com Web: www.tricorbraun.com Sales Mgr: Sean McNabney
WESTROCK
1000 Abernathy Rd NE Atlanta GA 30328 Tel: 770448-2193 Web: www.westrock.com
PACKAGE TESTING SERVICES
MEGALAB GROUP INC.
150 Addison Hall Circle Aurora Ontario L4G 3X8 Tel: 905-752-1925 Web: www.megalabinc.com
Pres: Garry Lee Plant Mgr: Ashwani Malhotra Sales Mgr: Larry J. Cook Sreyas Dasika MegaLab’s state-of-the-art lab tests packaging integrity through every phase of distribution with: ISTA, ASTM, UN. Package Design, Amazon FFP/SIOC. Shock, Vibration, Humidity, Heat, Cold and IEC IPXX. We can support this and more. Contact us for a tour and complimentary review of your product requirements.
PLASTIC MOLDERS & FABRICATORS
BERICAP NORTH AMERICA INC.
835 Syscon Crt Burlington ON L7L 6C5 Tel: 905634-2248 Fax: 905-634-7780 Web: www.bericap. com Pres: Scott Ambrose Plant Mgr: Michael Lubrick Sales Mgr: David Watson Production facilities: Injection molding
BERRY PLASTICS CANADA INC.
33 Taylor St Waterloo QC J0E 2N0 Tel: 450-5392772 888-539-2772 Fax: 450-539-0585 Email: waterlooinfo@berryplastics.com Web: www. berryplasticscanada.ca Pres: Stephane Binette Plant Mgr: Daniel Desjardins Sales Mgr: Joe Franckowiak Type of containers and materials produced: Closures of all types and sizes from 13 to 120 mm, child resistant, also specialized products (Syringes, specimen cups, contact lens cases). Production facilities: Injection molding BIEDERMAN ENTERPRISES LTD.
312 Campbell Ave E PO Box 99 Campbellville ON L0P 1B0 Tel: 905-854-9978 Email: info@ biederman.ca Web: www.biederman.ca
VP-Operations: Elizabeth Wagg Type of containers and materials produced: Plastic grease cartridge tubes Production facilities: 50,000 sq. feet production facility
BUCKHORN CANADA INC.
8032 Torbram Rd Brampton ON L6T 3T2 Tel: 905791-6500 800-461-7579 Fax: 905-791-9942 Web: www.buckhorncanada.com Sales Mgr: Tim Walsh Natl VP&Gen Mgr: Jim Morrison
CONSOLIDATED BOTTLE CORPORATION
77 Union St Toronto ON M6N 3N2 Tel: 416-6567777 800-561-1354 Fax: 416-656-6394 Email: info@consolidatedbottle.com Web: www. consolidatedbottle.com Pres: Sam Susswein Sales Mgr: Liesel Franklin COO: Stephen Bubnich Type of containers and materials produced: Assembly, labeling, silkscreening and ceramic decorating. Production facilities: Injection molding ECOBIOPLAS INC
29 Urquhart Court Aurora Ontario L4G 0K5 Tel: 416-807-3316 Web: www.ecobioplas.com Pres: Susan George Plant Mgr: Zubin George Sales Mgr: Mohan George Type of containers and materials produced: Plastic Injection Moulded products for food packaging Horticultural products for Greenhouses Construction products EVOLUPAK PLASCTICS INC.
800 Pierre-Caisse Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu Québec J3B 7Y5 Tel: 450-348-6031 Email: info@ evolupak.ca Web: www.evolupak.ca Pres: Michel Berger Plant Mgr: Marco Mercier Sales Mgr: François Durocher Christine Rousselle Type of containers and materials produced: Recyclable thermoformed packaging: mushrooms tills, cookies tray, bakery containers, etc. Production facilities: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC GENPAK - DIV.OF GREAT PACIFIC ENTERPRISES
25 Aylmer St Peterborough ON K9J 6Y8 GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg Type of containers and materials produced: Folding cartons, print, blister and skin cords, vaccuum formed blisters, clamshells and trays
IPL INC.
1000 Sherbrook W Levis QC H3A 3GU Tel: 438320-6188 800-463-0270 Fax: 418-833-3305 Web: www.iplglobal.com Pres: John Nyhan Sales Mgr: Paul Palazzo Type of containers and materials produced: Packaging Pails & Containers (Rigid), Beverage Cases, Tote Boxes, Fish Boxes Production facilities: Injection Molding, Extrusion Molding JOKEY PLASTICS NORTH AMERICA INC.
150 Mitchell St Goderich ON N7A 3X8 Tel: 519524-9890 Fax: 519-524-6114 Email: info@jokey. com Web: www.jokey.com Sales Mgr: Shashank Shah Type of containers and materials produced: Polypropylene tubs, pails, trays & buckets Production facilities: injection molding/offset printing/In-mold labelling
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA
LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
PANO CAP CANADA LTD. 55 Webster Rd Kitchener ON N2C 2E7 Tel: 519893-6055 Fax: 519-893-6273 Email: info@ panocap.on.ca Web: www.panocap.com Plant Mgr: Jim Sinclair Sales Mgr: Alan Laderoute Sales Rep: A Laderoute Type of containers and materials
produced: Caps & closures Production facilities: Injection molding POLYTAINERS INC.
197 Norseman St Toronto ON M8Z 2R5 Tel: 416239-7311 800-268-2424 Fax: 416-239-0596 Email: info@polytainersinc.com Web: www. polytainersinc.com Pres: R K Barrett VP-Sales Craig Mills; Dir-Sales: Kevin Cinel; Bus Dev Mgr: Micheil Jennings Type of containers and materials produced: High quality process style graphicsprinting up to 8 colours on both containers and lids. In mold Labelling (IML), Off mold Labelling (OML), Shrink Sleeve Labelling Production facilities: Polytainers High Definition (PTHD) -Injection molding, thermoforming RICHARDS PACKAGING INC.
6095 Ordan Dr Mississauga ON L5T 2M7 Tel: 905670-7760 Fax: 905-670-1961 Email: tosales@ richardspackaging.com Web: www. richardspackaging.com Pres: David Prupas Plant Mgr: Steve Schacther Sales Mgr: David McKay CEO: Gerry Glynn Type of containers and materials produced: Bottles and jars, closures, pumps/ sprayers Production facilities: Toronto, Vancouver. Extrusion blow molding, injection blow molding, injection stretch blow molding
SALBRO BOTTLE INC.
350 Vaughan Valley Blvd Woodbridge ON L4H 3C3 Tel: 905-850-1190 800-565-6786 Fax: 905-8503923 Web: www.salbrobottle.com Pres: Gary Saltz Plant Mgr: Hilton Gross Sales Mgr: Paul Saltz Production facilities: Blowmolding, Screenprinting, Machinery
SILGAN PLASTICS CANADA
400 Rowntree Dairy Rd Woodbridge ON L4L 8H2 Tel: 416-746-3300 Fax: 416-856-6294 Web: www.silganplastics.com Pres: Emidio Dimeo Plant Mgr: Mike Dibiasio Type of containers and materials produced: Bottles, jars, closures. Production facilities: Stretch blowmolding, injection blowmolding & extrusion blowmolding, injection molding, lining, decorating.
TRI-MACH GROUP INC.
23 Donway Ct Elmira ON N3B 0B1 Tel: 519-7446565 877-874-6224 Fax: 519-744-6829 Email: info@tri-mach.com Web: www.tri-mach.com Plant Mgr: Michael Hann Sales Mgr: Krystal Darling
PREPRINTED LINERBOARD QR CODES
BARCODE GRAPHICS INC.
5-25 Brodie Drive Richmond Hill ON L4B 3K7 Tel: 905-770-1154 Fax: 905-787-1575 Email: info@ barcodegraphics.com Web: www.barcodegraphics. com Pres: John Herzig Sales Mgr: Connie Furtado GOLDRICH PRINTPAK INC.
100 Industry St Toronto ON M6M 4L8 Tel: 416769-9000 Fax: 416-769-5454 Email: info@ goldpak.com Web: www.goldpak.com Pres: Leslie Goldberg
JONES HEALTHCARE GROUP
3000 Page St London ON N5V 5H3 Tel: 519-4512100 800-265-9093 Fax: 519-451-2107 Email: info@joneshealthcaregroup.com Web: www. joneshealthcaregroup.com Pres: Ron Harris Sr VP: David Dembski
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905792-7092
PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIES INC. 310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Email: tim.boissinot@ptibox.com Web: www. ptibox.com Pres: Tim Boissinot Plant Mgr: Clarence Brown
REPACK CANADA & THE FREELANCE PORTFOLIO
130 Claireville Dr Toronto ON M9W 5Y3 Tel: 416656-6227 877-804-4841 Fax: 416-736-4442 Email: info@repackcanada.com Web: www. repackcanada.com Pres: Carol Levy Plant Mgr: Kate Stephen Sales Mgr: Eira Braun-Labossiere Jennifer Stephen WESTROCK
1000 Abernathy Rd NE Atlanta GA 30328 Tel: 770448-2193 Web: www.westrock.com
ADDRESSES
3G PACKAGING CORP.
4610 Eastgate Parkway, Unit 4 Mississauga ON L4W 3W6 Tel: 905361-4929 855-361-4929 Fax: 905361-4922 Web: www.3gpackaging.com
3M CANADA COMPANY
300 Tartan Dr London ON N5V 4M9 Tel: 800-364-3577 Fax: 800-479-4453 Web: www.3m.ca/iatd
Representatives: Ross Packaging (British Columbia, Alberta);PMR Packaging (Toronto East and Surroundings; AFC ECOPLASTICS LLC 10701 Corporate Drive Suite 268 Stafford TX 77477 Tel: 647-323-1369 Web: www.afcecoplastics.com
AFM - AMERICAN FILM & MACHINERY
7041 Boone Ave North Brooklyn Park MN 55428 Tel: 763-795-8856 800877-5658 Fax: 763-795-8867 Web: afmsleeves.com
AGFA INC.
5975 Falbourne St., Unit 2 Mississauga ON L5R 3V8 Tel: 905-361-6996 800540-2432 Web: www.agfa.com
AHEARN & SOPER INC.
100 Woodbine Downs Blvd Toronto ON M9W 5S6 Tel: 416-675-3999 800-2634258 Fax: 416-675-3457 Web: www. ahearn.com
AICC - THE INDEPENDENT PACKAGING ASSOCIATION
113 S West St Alexandria VA 22314 Tel: 703-836-2422 Fax: 703-836-2795 Web: www.aiccbox.org
AICC CANADA - THE INDEPENDENT
PACKAGING ASSOCIATION
43 King St. W. PO Box 35 Caledon ON L7E 5T1 Tel: 833-200-8333 Fax: 833200-8333 Web: https://www.aiccbox. ca AIR LIQUIDE CANADA INC.
1700-1250 boul Rene-Levesque O Montreal QC H3B 5E6 Tel: 514-9330303 Fax: 514-846-7700 Web: www. airliquide.ca Branches: Montreal, QC 450-641-6230;Edmonton, AB 780-431-4663;Burlington, ON 905431-4663; ALEX E. JONES & ASSOCIATES LTD.
Unit B 3640 McNicoll Ave Scarborough ON M1X 1G5 Tel: 905-677-2888 Fax: 905-677-8858 Web: www.soopak.com Branches: SoOPAK.com 2280 Drew Road, Mississauga, ON L5S 1B8; BERICAP NORTH AMERICA
525 W. Monroe St Chicago IL 60661 Tel: 514-633-9247 800-723-7546 Web: https://www.berlinpackaging.com/ Branches: Berlin Packaging –Montreal, Canada 1449 46e Avenue Montréal, QC H8T 3C5 (514) 633-9247; BERRY PLASTICS CANADA INC.
33 Taylor St Waterloo QC J0E 2N0 Tel: 450-539-2772 888-539-2772 Fax: 450-539-0585 Web: www. berryplasticscanada.ca
BEST PACKAGING SYSTEMS
8699 Escarpment Way Unit 1 Milton Ontario L9T 0J5 Tel: 905-864-3005 877-484-4440 Web: www. bestpackagingsystems.com
BEUMER CORPORATION
800 Apgar Dr Somerset NJ 08873 Tel: 732-893-2895 Fax: 732-805-0475 Web: www.beumergroup.com Branches: Saint John, NB; Representatives: Beumer de Mexico, S de R.L. de C.V., Mexico +52 55 5292 7940;Beumer Kansas City, LLC, Kansas City, MO 816-245-7262; BIEDERMAN ENTERPRISES LTD.
312 Campbell Ave E PO Box 99 Campbellville ON L0P 1B0 Tel: 905854-9978 Web: www.biederman.ca
BIEDERMAN PACKAGING INC.
36 Head St Dundas ON L9H 3H3 Tel: 905-628-5298 Fax: 905-628-6988 Web: www.biederman.ca
BIZERBA CANADA INC. 6411 Edwards Blvd Mississauga ON L5T 2P7 Tel: 905-816-0498 888-240-3722 Fax: 905-816-0497 Web: www. bizerba.ca Branches: Bizerba Canada Inc, 333A Chemin du Tremblay, Boucherville, Quebec, J4B 7M1 450-641-2751;Bizerba Canada Inc. 3771 #2 North Fraser Way, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5J 5G4 1-888-2403722; BLUE WAVE PACKAGING 402-4th Floor,Platinum Center Dubai Dubai 97356 Tel: 154-578-8428 Web: www.bluewavepack.com BLUEPRINT AUTOMATION (BPA) 16037 Innovation Dr South Chesterfield VA 23834 Tel: 804-520-5400 Fax: 804-526-8164 Web: www.bpaflexolutions.com Representatives: Flexi-Pack Machinery Solutions, Woodbridge, ON 416-577-0722;Techno Pak, St. Julie, QC 450-922-3122; BO BRANDING & DESIGN AGENCY LTD.
1600, rue Notre-Dame O bureau 203 Montreal QC H3J 1M1 Tel: 514-9384646 Web: www.bobranding.com
80 Midair Court Brampton On L6T5V1 Tel: 905-789-8787 800-387-2397 Fax: 905-789-7518 Web: cbdisplaypac.ca Branches: Royal Containers Ltd. / C & B Display 1001 Green Valley Road, London, On. N6N1E4; CAM PACKAGING
SYSTEMS
226 Industrial Pkwy N, Unit #3 Aurora Ontario L4G 4C3 Tel: 905-737-5400 Web: www.cam-systems.ca
CANADIAN CORRUGATED & CONTAINERBOARD ASSOCIATION
3-1995 Clark Blvd Brampton ON L6T 4W1 Tel: 905-458-1247 Fax: 905458-2052 Web: www.cccabox.org
4-67 Commander Blvd Toronto ON M1S 3M7 Tel: 416-293-4330 800-866-0059 Fax: 416-293-9198 Web: www. celplast.com
CELPLAST, A DIVISION OF CRAWFORD PACKAGING
3036 Page Street London ON N5V 4P2 Tel: 519-659-0909 877-644-6445 Web: www.celplast.ca Branches: Crawford Packaging, 115A Walker Drive, Brampton, ON L6T 5P5 (905)670-7928; CENTRAL GRAPHICS & CONTAINER GROUP
5526 Timberlea Blvd Mississauga ON L4W 2T7 Tel: 905-238-8400 Fax: 905-238-8127 Web: www.centralgrp. com
CHANTLER PACKAGES
INC.
880 Lakeshore Rd. E. Mississauga ON L5E 1E1 Tel: 905-274-2533 Fax: 905274-9522 Web: chantlerpackages.com
CHARLES DOWNER & CO.
LTD.
7-52 West Beaver Creek Rd Richmond Hill ON L4B 1L9 Tel: 905-882-2222 Fax: 905-882-0437 Web: www. cdowner.com
CHEP CANADA INC.
7400 Danbro Cres E Mississauga ON L5N 8C6 Tel: 905-790-2437 Fax: 905789-4279 Web: www.chep.com Branches: Calgary, AB 403-236-1633;Edmonton, AB 780-486-0237;Vancouver, BC 604-520-2583;Winnipeg, MB 204-633-2456;Moncton, NB 506-858-8393;Brampton, ON 905-790-2437;Montreal, QC 514-7452437;
CHINA BAVORA PRINTED PACKAGING CO., LTD. 4/F., 42 Yi Ai Road Xiamen Fujian 361005 Tel: 592-555-8280 Web: https://www.bavora-printing.com
CHINA DNW DIAPER PRODUCTION LINE MANUFACTURER CO LTD No.19, Quanyuan Road, Jinjiang, Quanzhou, Fujian, China 362261 Quanzhou Fujian 362261 Tel: 381-3312209 Web: https://www.dnwmachinery. com
CHINA UNIQUE VALVE SUPPLIER CO LTD Fallsview Blvd. Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada L2G 3W7 Niagara Falls Ontario L2G 3W7 Tel: 776-730-0699 Web: https://www.uvalve.cn
CHISHOLM MACHINERY SOLUTIONS
P.O. Box 245 5760 Valley Way Niagara Falls ON L2E 6T3 Tel: 905-356-1119 Fax: 905-356-9170 Web: www. chisholmmachinery.com
CIMA-PAK CORPORATION
50 Lindsay Ave. Dorval QC H9P 2T8 Tel: 514-631-6222 877-631-2462 Web: www.cima-pak.com Branches: CiMa-Pak, 1275 Eglinton Ave E Unit 60 Mississauga, ON L4W 2Z2;CiMa-Pak, 6011 – 46th St. S.E. Calgary, AB, T2C 4Y5; CLIKBO LABS
Branches: CRAWFORD PACKAGING PAGE STREET LONDON ONTARIO;CRAWFORD PACKAGING ESSEX LONDON;CELPLAST PACKAGING A DIVISION OF CRAWFORD PACKAGING BRAMPTON ONTARIO; CROWN PACKAGING
PO Box 94188 Richmond BC V6Y 2A4 Tel: 604-277-7111
CSB SYSTEM
305 King Street W Unit 701 Kitchener Ontario Tel: 800-852-9977 Web: https://www.csb.com/en/the-erp-fromthe-industry-specialist CUBE AUTOMATION
2704-A Principale Tracadie-Sheila NB E1X 1A1 Tel: 506-393-6000 Web: www.cubefoodprocessing.com
Branches: Cube Quebec, 495 Road 132, La Pocatiere QC G0R1Z0; DAVIS CONTROLS LTD. 2200 Bristol Cir Oakville ON L6H 5R3 Tel: 905-829-2000 800-701-7460 Fax: 905-829-2630 Web: www. daviscontrols.com
DAVIS DESIGN
77 City Centre Dr West Tower, 2nd Floor Mississauga ON L5B 1M5 Tel: 905-2702501 Fax: 905-270-3969 Web: www. davisdesign.ca
DCT TECHNOLOGIES
6600 Trans Canada Highway Suite 750 Pointe-Claire Quebec H9R 4S2 Tel: 844-505-1155 844-505-1155 Web: get-ttr.io
DECO LABELS & FLEXIBLE PACKAGING
28 Greensboro Dr Toronto ON M9W 1E1 Tel: 416-247-7878 Fax: 416-247-9030 Web: www.decolabels.com
DELKOR SYSTEMS INC.
4300 Round Lake Rd W St. Paul MN 55112-6700 Tel: 651-348-6700 800328-5558 Fax: 651-348-6705 Web: www.delkorsystems.com
DEPENDABLE MARKING SYSTEMS LTD.
585 Wentworth St E Units 40 & 41 Oshawa ON L1H 3V8 Tel: 905-433-1383 877-433-3675 Fax: 905-433-1972 Web: www.dependablemarking.com
DOMINION & GRIMM INC. 18766 Communication Rd Blenheim ON N0P 1A0 Tel: 877-676-1914 Web: www. dominiongrimm.ca Branches: Anjou, QC; Representatives: D & G Ont. Maple Syrup Equipment, Durham, ON 877-676-1914;
ADDRESSES
DOMINO PRINTING
SOLUTIONS INC.
1-200 North Service Rd W Suite 317 Oakville ON L6H 2Y1 Tel: 800-387-7972 Fax: 847-244-1421 Web: www. domino-printing.com
DONWAY PACKAGING CORP. LTD.
12 Principal Rd Scarborough ON M1R 4Z3 Tel: 416-494-5400 877-504-7041 Fax: 416-494-5409 Web: www. donwaypackaging.com
DORNER
975 Cottonwood Ave Hartland WI 53029 Tel: 262-367-7600 800-397-8664 Fax: 262-367-5827 Web: www.dorner. com Branches: Dorner - Canada, 100-5515 North Service Road, Burlington, Ontario L7L 6G6 Canada, (289) 208-7306; DOUGLAS MACHINE INC.
3404 Iowa St Alexandria MN 56308 Tel: 320-763-6587 Web: www.douglasmachine.com
5980 Grand Haven Rd Muskegon MI 49441 Tel: 231-798-1483 Fax: 231798-9583 Web: www.dynamicconveyor. com Representatives: Frontline Process Solutions, Oakville, ON 905-827-5800;Trugrit Agency Inc. 503-625-1609; E. HOFMANN PLASTICS
51 Centennial Rd Orangeville ON L9W 3R1 Tel: 519-943-5050
EAM-MOSCA (CANADA) LTD.
170 William Smith Drive Whitby ON L1N 9N3 Tel: 905-665-8225 800-663-6392 Fax: 905-665-8188 Web: www. eammosca.com
2200 Asbury Rd Erie PA 16506 Tel: 814-835-6000 Fax: 814-838-4960 Web: www.eriez.com Representatives: Brunette Specialty Sales, Sudbury, ON 705-5863210;D&L Engineering Sales Ltd, Halifax, NS 902-429-3790;Equipment Conval Brunette, Rouyn-Noranda, QC 819-797-8700;Frontline Process Solutions, Oakville, ON 905-827-5800;Novatech Equipment Sales, North Vancouver, BC 604-9842220;Warco Process Technologies, Waterloo, ON;Saint-Laurent, QC 514685-5511;Welco Expediting Ltd, Calgary, AB 403-279-8636; ESKO
8535 Gander Creek Dr Miamisburg OH 45342 Tel: 937-454-1721 Fax: 937454-1522 Web: www.esko.com Representatives: Fujifilm Canada, Inc., Mississauga, ON 905-755-2812; ESS TECHNOLOGIES
3160 State St Blacksburg VA 24060 Tel: 540-961-5716 Web: https://www. esstechnologies.com EVANESCE 1050 W PENDER ST SUITE 1510 VANCOUVER BC V6E3S7 Tel: 800-6919158 Web: https://evanesce.com/ EVOLUPAK PLASCTICS INC.
483 seventh st Nanaimo Bc V2B 1g1 Tel: 250-216-3758
GALICK PROCESS AND PACKAGING SOLUTIONS 2237 Gerber Rd. Wellesley Ontario N0B 2T0 Tel: 519-656-3114 Web: www. galickpackaging.com
GARVEY CORP.
208 S Route 73 Blue Anchor NJ 08037 800-257-8581 Fax: 609-561-2328 Web: www.garvey.com
GBC DESIGN COMMUNICATIONS
19 Brock Street West Oshawa ON L1G1R2 Tel: 416-841-5028 Web: gbcdesign.com GEBO
GEBO CERMEX USA INC. 1500 - 4845 S Old Peachtree Rd Norcross GA 30071 Tel: 678-221-3570 Fax: 678-221-3571 Web: www. gebocermex.com Br anches: Laval, QC 450-973-3337; GENERAL CONVEYOR INC.
155 Engelhard Dr Aurora ON L4G 3V1 Tel: 905-727-7922 Fax: 905-841-1056 Web: www.gccl.com
GENERAL MAGNAPLATE CORP. 801 Avenue G Arlington TX 76011 Tel: 817-640-1761 Fax: 817-640-0860 Web: www.magnaplate.com
GENPAK - DIV.OF GREAT PACIFIC ENTERPRISES 25 Aylmer St Peterborough ON K9J 6Y8
GEORGE A. WRIGHT & SON TORONTO LTD.
21 State Crown Blvd Toronto ON M1V 4B1 Tel: 416-261-6499 Fax: 416-2618572 Web: www.gawto.com
GEOSAF INC.
803-5605 av de Gaspe Montreal QC H2T 2A4 Tel: 514-331-4147 Fax: 514331-4226 Web: www.geosaf.com
INTERNATIONAL PO Box 26509 Greenville SC 296161509 Tel: 864-297-1200 Fax: 864297-4486 Web: www.hartness.com Representatives: Alex E. Jones Packaging Machinery Ltd., Ville Mont Royal, QC 514-731-7747;Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd., Oakville, ON 905847-0166; HAYSSENSANDIACRE - DIV. OF BARRYWEHMILLER COMPANIES, INC.
6775 Financial Drive Suite 202 Mississauga ON L5N 0A4 Tel: 905-3667655 888-539-8952 Web: www. keyence.ca Branches: Windsor Office, 3270 Electricity Drive, Suite 214, Windsor, Ontario N8W 5J1,1-888-5393623;Montreal Office,1 Holiday Avenue, East Tower, Suite 501, Pointe-Claire, Quebec, H9R 5N3,1-888-539-3623; KHK USA INC.
259 Elm Pl Mineola NY 11501 Tel: 516248-3850 Fax: 516-248-4385 Web: https://www.khkgears.us
KHS USA, INC
880 Bahcall Court Waukesha WI 53186 Tel: 262-797-7200 Web: www.khs.com
KLIKLOK LLC - A SYNTEGON COMPANY
5224 Snapfinger Woods Dr Decatur GA 30035 Tel: 770-981-5200 Fax: 770987-7160 Web: www.syntegon.com/2p Representatives: Charles Downer & Co. Ltd.; KLöCKNER PENTAPLAST OF CANADA, INC.
5875 Explorer Drive Mississauga ON L4W0E1 Web: www.konicaminolta.ca
KRONES - NORTH AMERICA
9600 S. 58th Street Franklin Wisconsin 53132 Tel: 414-409-4000 Web: www. kronesusa.com Branches: Krones Machinery Co Ltd, 6285 Northam Dr, Mississauga, ON L4V 1X5, 905-3644900; KRUGER INC.
3285 Bedford Rd Montreal QC H3S 1G5 Tel: 514-366-8050 800-361-2845 Fax: 514-366-6489 Web: www.kruger. com
LABEL-AIRE INC.
550 Burning Tree Rd Fullerton CA 92833 Tel: 714-449-5155 Fax: 714449-5100 Web: www.label-aire.com Representatives: Ahearn & Soper, Rexdale, ON 416-675-3999; LABELINK PRODUCTS INC. 9201 Claveau Montreal Quebec H1J 2C8 800-786-1770 Fax: 514-3281887 Web: www.labelink.ca
LOVESHAW, AN ITW COMPANY, LITTLE DAVID PRODUCTS DIV.
Route 296 South Canaan PA 18459 Tel: 570-937-4921 Fax: 570-937-3229 Web: www.loveshaw.com
Representatives: Crawford Provincial, London, ON 519-659-0909;Dependable Marking Sys, Oshawa, ON 905-433-1383;Harlund Industries, Edmonton, AB 780-484-4400;Etobicoke, ON 416679-9990;J G Packaging, Whitby, ON 905-430-7647;M.D. Packaging Inc., Scarborough, ON 416-291-9229;Packaging Machinery Concepts, Mississauga, ON 905-2127046;Snell Packaging Systems Ltd, Mississauga, ON 905-565-9484;Star Packaging, Mississauga, ON 905-670-7928;Thomas W Mackay & Sons, Vancouver, BC 604-324-6561;Unisource Canada; LYNE SYSTEMS
1651 Welch St North Vancouver British Columbia V7P 3G9 Tel: 604-639-7639 Web: www.lynesystems.com M&L TESTING EQUIPMENT (1995) INC. 9-31 Dundas St E Dundas ON L9H 7H8 Tel: 905-689-8783 800-263-9244 Fax: 905-689-3978 Web: www.mltest. com Branches: M&L Testing Equipment, 4530-14th Street N.E., Calgary, Alberta, T2E-6T7; M.D. PACKAGING INC.
141 Reach Street Unit #5A Uxbridge ON L9P1L3 Tel: 416-291-9229 Fax: 416291-2906 Web: www.mdpackaging. com
3801 West Washington Yakima WA 98902 Tel: 509-966-4300 Fax: 509452-3307 Web: www.marq.net MASSMAN AUTOMATION DESIGN
1010 East Lake St Villard MN 56385 Tel: 320-554-3611 Fax: 320-5542650
MASTERNET LTD.
690 Gana Crt Mississauga ON L5S 1P2 Tel: 905-795-0005 Fax: 905-7959293 Web: www.masternetltd.com
MATRIX PACKAGING
MACHINERY
650 Dekora Woods Blvd Saukville WI 53080 Tel: 262-268-8300 Fax: 262268-8301 Web: www.matrixpm.com Representatives: Plan Automation, Orangeville, ON 416-479-0777; MATTHEWS MARKING SYSTEMS
3159 Unionville Road Suite 500 Cranberry PA 16066 Tel: 800-775-7775 Fax: 412-665-2550 Web: www. matthewsmarking.com
MCBRADY ENGINEERING INC.
P.O. Box 2549 Joliet IL 60434 Tel: 815744-8900 Fax: 815-744-8901 Web: www.mcbradyengineering.com Representatives: Chisholm Machinery 450-424-1919; MCRAE INTEGRATION LTD. 34 Meridian Rd Etobicoke ON M9W 4Z7 Tel: 416-252-8833 Fax: 416-2520053 Web: www.mcraeintegration.com MD PACKAGING INC.
141 Reach Street Unit 5A Uxbridge ON L9P1L3 Tel: 416-291-9229 Web: www. mdpackaging.com Branches: MD Packaging Inc. 360 Water Street Summerside, ON C1N 1C4; MEGA SPEED CORPORATION
45 Main Street P.O. Box 1560 Minnedosa Manitoba R0J 1E0 Tel: 800565-2772 Web: https://www. megaspeedusa.com/ MEGALAB GROUP INC.
150 Addison Hall Circle Aurora Ontario L4G 3X8 Tel: 905-752-1925 Web: www. megalabinc.com
MENASHA PACKAGING CANADA LP
35 Precidio Court Brampton ON L6S 6B7 Tel: 905-792-7092
MESSER CANADA INC.
5850 Chedworth Way Mississauga ON L5R 0A2 Tel: 905-501-2500 866-2627554 Fax: 905-501-1717 Web: www. messer-ca.com
4821 White Bear Pky St Paul MN 55110-3325 Tel: 651-407-3100 Fax: 651-407-3199 Web: www.multifeeder. com Representatives: Crawford Provincial, London, ON 519-659-0909;Mississauga, ON 905670-7904;That Packaging Group, Richmond Hill, ON 416-580-1244; MULTIVAC CANADA INC.
457 Commissioners Road East London ON N6C 2T6 Tel: 519-686-2086 800287-9455 Web: www.newcenturyflags. ca Representatives: Flag Outlet, Tillonca Flagpoles; NEW ENGLAND
1211 Denison St Markham ON L3R 4B3 Tel: 800-463-3200 Fax: 905-4758821 Web: www.nordsonadhesive.com
NORTH AMERICAN MEAT INSTITUTE
1150 Connecticut Ave NW 12th Floor Washington DC 20036 Tel: 202-5874200 Fax: 202-587-4300 Web: www. meatinstitute.org
NSF CANADA
125 Chancellors Way Guelph ON N1G 0E7 Tel: 519-821-1246 Fax: 519-8361281 Web: www.nsfcanada.ca
NUSPARK INC.
400 Steeprock Dr Toronto ON M3J 2X1 Tel: 416-663-7071 Fax: 416-6630233 Web: www.nuspark.com
NVENIA
750 N Wood Dale Road Wood Dale IL 60191 Tel: 800-253-5103 Fax: 847671-7006 Web: https://www.nvenia. com/ O-I
One Michael Owens Way Perrysburg OH 43551 Tel: 567-336-5000 Web: www.o-i.com Branches: Brampton, ON;Montreal, QC 514-934-8819; Representatives: Saxco Canada, Port Credit, ON 905-271-5700;
802-100 Consilium Pl Toronto ON M1H 3E3 Tel: 416-286-6465 866-986-6766 Fax: 416-286-6648 Web: www. omron247.com Branches: Lachine, QC 514-636-6676; Representatives: Aztec Electrical Supply 905-761-7762;Advanced Motion & Controls 705-726-2260;Proax Technologies 905-829-2006;Taylor Fluid Systems 519-273-2811;Wesco 905-890-3344;Automatisation J.R.T 418-871-6016;Cesco Electrical 604-294-4604;Daltco Electric 800267-7828;EECOL Electric 807-2235331; ONTARIO INDEPENDENT MEAT PROCESSORS
ASSOCIATION
B1-52 Royal Rd Guelph ON N1H 1G3 Tel: 519-763-4558 Fax: 519-763-4164 Web: www.oimp.ca OPTIMA MACHINERY CORPORATION
1330 Contract Dr Green Bay WI 54304 Tel: 920-339-2222 Fax: 920-3392233 Web: www.optima-usa.com ORION PACKAGING SYSTEMS
4750 Country Rd 13 NE Alexandria MN 56308 Tel: 901-888-4170 Fax: 901365-1071 Web: www.orionpackaging. com Branches: Laval, QC 514-2315645; 647-233-7577; OYSTAR NORTH AMERICA (FORMERLY KNOWN AS OYSTAR USA, INC. & IWKA PACSYSTEMS, INC.)
523 Raritan Center Pky Edison NJ 08837 Tel: 732-343-7600 Fax: 732343-7601 Web: www.oystar-group.com P&A PLASTICS INC.
150 Main St. East Hamilton ON L8N 3W9 Tel: 905-547-1675 Web: www. paplastics.com
2400 Canadian street suite 800 Drummondville Quebec J2C 7W3 Tel: 819-474-3830 Web: www.pack3000. com
PACKAGING MACHINERY CONCEPTS LTD.
939 Matheson Blvd E Mississauga ON L4W 2R7 Tel: 905-212-7046 Fax: 905212-9878 Web: www.pmcltd.ca
PACKAGING
TECHNOLOGIES INC.
310 Courtland Ave Concord ON L4K 4Y6 Tel: 905-738-8226 800-303-5883 Fax: 905-738-6182 Web: www.ptibox. com Branches: The Central Group; PACKPRO SYSTEMS
8 Paisley Lane Stouffville ON L4A 7X4 Tel: 905-642-1300 800-447-0666 Web: www.packproinc.com
PAKSOLVE SOLUTIONS
INC.
1-1000 Central Parkway West Mississauga Ontario L5C 0A6 Tel: 416587-5871 Web: www.paksolve.com
1901 Logan Avenue Winnipeg Manitoba R2R 0H6 Tel: 204-697-2880 800-5653995 Fax: 204-697-2881 Web: www. palgroup.ca Branches: PAL Distributors Inc. Unit 5 110 Woodbine Downs Blvd, Etobicoke, ON M9W 5S6 1-416-741-0856;PAL Distributors Inc. Unit 1 5550 36 Street SE, Calgary, AB T2C 1P1 1-403-720-8385;PAL Distributors Inc. 1901 Logan Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2R 0H6 1-204-6972880; PALAMATIC PROCESS INC.
1510 Cecil B. Moore Avenue Suite 200 Philadelphia PA 19121 Tel: 215-4989303 Web: https://www. palamaticprocess.com/en-us
2037 E Maule Ave Las Vegas NV 89119 Tel: 702-450-0808 Web: www.paxiom. com Branches: WeighPack Systems Inc. / 5605 Cypihot Street, Montreal, QC, H4S-1R3 / 514.422.0808;Paxiom Toronto Xperience Center / 375 Admiral Blvd, Unit 2 Mississauga, ON L5T 2N1 / (702) 450-0808; Representatives: EndFlex LLC. / 4760 NW 128th St, Opa Locka(Miami), FL 33054;ValTara SRL / Via Lago di Alleghe, 15, 36015 Schio VI, Italy;Paxiom Automation Inc. /. 2037 East Maule Avenue Las Vegas, NV 89119; PC PACKAGING
W 8120 Sunset Hwy Spokane WA 99224 Tel: 509-838-6226 Fax: 509747-8532 Web: www.pearsonpkg.com Representatives: Ville Mont-Royal, QC 514-731-7747;Oakville, ON 905847-0166; PECO PALLET CANADA, INC.
123 Slater St Floor 3 Ottawa ON K1P 5H2 Tel: 914-376-5444 Fax: 914-3767376 Web: www.pecopallet.com
PEEL PLASTIC PRODUCTS LTD.
49 Rutherford Rd S Brampton ON L6W 3J3 Tel: 905-456-3660 Fax: 905456-0870 Web: www.peelplastics.com
PEMBERTON & ASSOCIATES INC. 1-3610 Nashua Dr Mississauga ON L4V 1X9 Tel: 905-678-8900 800-668-6111 Fax: 905-678-8989 Web: www. pemcom.com
370 Britannia Road East Unit 1-2 Mississauga Ontario L4Z1X9 866-3393407 Web: https://planitpackaging. com/ Representatives: Leafy Pack LLC; PLANET A
145 Industrial Parkway South Aurora Ontario L4G 3V5 Tel: 844-356-9426 Web: https://planetacopacking.com/ Representatives: Flow Alkaline Spring Water; PLASTICS INSTITUTE OF AMERICA
One University Ave Ball Hall Room 204 Lowell MA 01854 Tel: 978-934-2575 Fax: 978-934-3089
PRAXAIR CANADA INC. 1200-1 City Centre Dr Mississauga ON L5B 1M2 Tel: 905-803-1600 Fax: 905-803-1696 Web: www.praxair.com Branches: Edmonton, AB 780-467-0550;Vancouver, BC 604-527-0717;Winnipeg, MB 204-589-7363;Dartmouth, NS 902-468-4139;Montreal, QC 514-337-6000;Calgary, AB 403-2161500; PREMIER TECH CHRONOS 1 av Premier Rivière-du-Loup QC G5R 6C1 Tel: 418-868-8324 Fax: 418-8626642 Web: www.ptchronos.com
PRIMERA TECHNOLOGY
Two Carlson Parkway N Plymouth MN 55447 Tel: 763-475-6676 Web: www. primera.com
PRINTINGBLUE
5837 De Zavala Rd, Ste 690325 SAN ANTONIO TX 78269-0638 Tel: 416907-6181 Web: https://www. printingblue.ca/
The annual FCC Beverage Report highlights opportunities and risks for Canadian beverage manufacturers. It includes an annual sales forecast for 2022, product sales performance and a gross margin rate index.
Industries featured in the report are:
• Breweries
• Wineries
• Distilleries
• Soft drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages
Three key observations from this year’s report:
1. Beverage manufacturing sales increased in 2021
Increased foodservice volumes and continued retail growth boosted total sales 11.3% YoY to $14.5 billion in 2021.
Beverage manufacturing sales are projected to decrease 1.0% in 2022, driven by:
• Shift towards service-based sales where consumers tend to drink fewer alcoholic beverages than at home
2. Industry gross margins expected to improve
Despite growing topline sales, gross margins struggled to regain 2019 levels. Strong competition in the alcoholic beverage sector makes it difficult to pass on higher costs, resulting in beverage inflation lagging food inflation.
We expect margins to improve in 2022 as consumers are willing to pay higher prices for beverages, assuming costs don’t continue to rise. Bar, taproom, wine tasting rooms and restaurant sales are also often at a higher margin than retail.
3. Beer remains the number one alcoholic choice among Canadians but also faces pressure
Beer sales at the retail level for the 2020-21 year declined 1.4%, with total litres sold falling 2.3%. Total beer volumes have now declined for five consecutive years. Canadian breweries have taken market share from internationally produced beer over that timeframe, although their volume has also declined, just at a smaller rate. Overall, beer’s market share compared to wines and liquor fell by two percentage points to 36%.
The bottom line
Low retail inflation relative to rising input costs is a trend to monitor. Look for data-driven ways to boost margins, manage inventory, product mix and pricing strategies. Find ways to maintain or grow market share by connecting with Canadian consumers, through tourism or capitalizing on their desire for niche and “locally produced.” The alcoholic beverage market is competitive; however, product innovations, including seltzers, pre-mixed drinks, non-alcoholic drinks and other beverages, are supporting growth.
Read the full report at fcc.ca/BeverageReport
Kyle
Burak, FCC Senior Economist
ADDRESSES
RADA INDUSTRIES
181 Brossard Delson QC J5B 1W9 Tel: 450-638-8882 833-574-8882 Web: www.industriesrada.ca/ Branches: Roda Packaging inc.; Representatives: Roda packaging inc.;
RAYACOM PREMIUM PRINT
125 W 71st Ave Vancouver BC V5X 2X3 Tel: 604-254-4488 Web: Www. RAYACOM.com Branches: RAYACOM edmonton;RAYACOM calgary;RAYACOM kelowna;RAYACOM reddeer;RAYACOM Saskatoon;RAYACOM Toronto;RAYACOM hamilton; Representatives: Racer box; REBOXCORP
7500 Cote de Liesse St Laurent Quebec H4T 1E7 Tel: 514-977-9725 Web: WWW.REBOXCORP.COM Branches: Reboxcorp 7500 cote de liesse st laurent qc; RECURVE SOLUTIONS
24-56 FREEPORT CRESCENT NE CALGARY AB T3J 0T7 Tel: 403-9707155 Web: WWW.RECURVESOLUTIONS. CA Representatives: BULLSEYE PACKAGING SERVICES, 13-10099 15 STREET NE, CALGARY, AB T3J 0T7; RECYCLING COUNCIL OF ONTARIO PO Box 83 Orangeville ON L9W 2Z5 Tel: 416-657-2797 888-501-9637 Web: www.rco.on.ca
REDEMAC INC
3540 Griffith Montreal Quebec H4T 1A7 Tel: 888-335-9570 888-335-9570 Fax: 877-735-4087 Web: www. redemac.com Branches: REDEMAC Inc. 416-543-8001; REGAL REXNORD
320 Superior Blvd Mississauga ON L5T 2N7 Tel: 905-670-4770 Fax: 905670-4378 Web: regalrexnord.com/ Industries/Packaging-Machinery
REGAL REXNORD CANADA LTD.
81 Maybrook Dr Scarborough ON M1V 3Z2 Tel: 416-297-6868 Fax: 416-2976873 Web: www.rexnord.com
300 Elm St Homer MI 49245 Tel: 517568-4121 Fax: 517-568-4798 Web: www.rennco.com Representatives: AT Packaging; REPACK CANADA & THE FREELANCE PORTFOLIO
130 Claireville Dr Toronto ON M9W 5Y3 Tel: 416-656-6227 877-804-4841 Fax: 416-736-4442 Web: www. repackcanada.com
RFID CANADA
19-25 Valleywood Dr Markham ON L3R 5L9 Tel: 905-513-8919 Fax: 905-5137651 Web: www.rfidcanada.com
RICHARDS PACKAGING INC.
6095 Ordan Dr Mississauga ON L5T 2M7 Tel: 905-670-7760 Fax: 905670-1961 Web: www. richardspackaging.com
100 Industrial Drive Saint John NB E2R1A5 Tel: 506-633-0101 800-5673966 Web: https://americas.saeplast. com/
SALBRO BOTTLE INC.
350 Vaughan Valley Blvd Woodbridge ON L4H 3C3 Tel: 905-850-1190 800565-6786 Fax: 905-850-3923 Web: www.salbrobottle.com
SAMUEL PACKAGING SYSTEMS GROUP
2370 Dixie Rd Mississauga ON L4Y 1Z4 Tel: 905-279-9580 Fax: 905-2798016 Web: www.samuelstrapping.com Branches: Edmonton, AB 780-4694040;New Westminster, BC 604-521-3700;Vaughan, ON 905-379-1370;Lachine, QC 514-6315551; Representatives: Samuel, Son & Co., Limited, Mississauga, ON 800-267-2683; SARONG NORTH AMERICA INC.
2465 Cawthra Rd, Unit 121-122 Mississauga ON L5A 3P2 Tel: 905-2723699 Web: www.sarongnorthamerica. ca
SATO AMERICA, INC.
10350 Nations Ford Rd Suite A Charlotte NC 28273 Tel: 888-871-8741 Fax: 704-644-1662 Web: www. satoamerica.com Representatives: Scan Source Canada, Toronto, ON 810-944-2439;Bluestar Canada, Montreal, QC 800-317-2323; SATURN PACKAGING EQUIPMENT
655 montée de Liesse Saint-Laurent QC H4T 1P5 Tel: 514-956-1603 Fax: 514956-8124 Web: www.saturnpackaging. com
SCANPACK INC.
2715 Bristol Circle #1 Oakville Ontario L6H6X5 Tel: 647-794-1353 Web: https://www.scanpack.ca SCHAWK CANADA INC. 1620 Tech Ave Mississauga ON L4W 5P4 Tel: 905-219-1620 Fax: 905-2191677 Web: www.schawk.com
5370 Guy Young Rd Brewerton NY 13029 Tel: 315-676-3035 Fax: 315676-2875 Web: www.schneiderequip. com Representatives: Bob Griffin, Orchard Park, NY 716-440-8019; SCHUBERT PACKAGING AUTOMATION INC.
201-5285 Solar Drive Mississauga ON L4W 5B8 Tel: 905-282-0400 Fax: 905-282-0041 Web: www.schubert-na. com
5605 rue Cypihot Montreal QC H4S 1R3 Tel: 514-422-0808 833-472-9466 Web: www. weighpack.com Branches: Paxiom Toronto
Xperience Center: 375 Admiral Blvd, Unit 2 Mississauga, ON L5T 2N1; WESTROCK
1000 Abernathy Rd NE Atlanta GA 30328 Tel: 770-448-2193 Web: www.westrock.com
WEXXAR PACKAGING
13471 Vulcan Way Richmond BC V6V 1K4 Tel: 888-565-3219 Web: www.wexxar.com
WINDMOELLER & HOELSCHER
CORP.
23 New England Way Lincoln RI 02865 Tel: 401-333-2770 Fax: 401-333-6491 Web: www.whcorp.com Representatives: Webconvert Ltd., Toronto, ON 416-252-4462; WINPAK LTD.
150 Collins Industrial Blvd Athens GA 30601 Tel: 706-549-3300 Fax: 706-548-1278 Web: www.zalkincapping.com Representatives: Alex E. Jones & Associates Ltd., Oakville, ON 905-847-0166; ZUND AMERICA, INC. 8142 South 6th Street Oak Creek WI 53154 Tel: 414-433-0700 Web: www.zund.com
2022
SEPT. 12-16
Munich, Germany: Drinctec, global trade fair for the beverage and liquid food industries by Messe München. At Messe München fairgrounds. To register, go to: www.drinktec.com
SEPT. 12-17
San Antonio, Tex.: IMFA 2022 , annual conference of the International Molded Fiber Association (IMFA). AT Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort. To register, go to: www.imfa.org
SEPT. 13-15
Chicago : Labelexpo Americas 2022 , labeling technologies and materials exhibition and conference by Tarsus Group. At Donald E. Stephens Convention Center. To register, go to: www.labelexpo-americas.com
SEPT. 17-21
Las Vegas, Nev.: IBIE 2022 , International Bakery Industry Exposition by the American Bakers Association. At Las Vegas Convention Center. To register, go to: www.bakingexpo.com
SEPT. 19-21
Toronto: 2022 Canadian Stewardship Conference, by PAC Global. At the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. To register, go to: www.canadianstewardship.com
SEPT. 28-30
Toronto : MeatEx Canada , international meat industry exhibition by Farasoo Holding Corporation. At the Enercare Centre. To register, go to: www.meatexcanada.com
OCT. 14-15
Niagara Falls, Ont.: Meat Industry Expo , meat processing and packaging technologies exhibition by Meat & Poultry Ontario. At Niagara Falls Convention Centre. To register, go to: www.meatpoultryon.ca.
OCT. 11-19
Düsseldorf, Germany: K 2022, global plastics and rubber industries technology showcase by Messe Düsseldorf. At the Düsseldorf Exhibition Center. To register, go to: www.mdna.com
OCT. 23-26
Chicago: PACK EXPO International, packaging and processing technologies exhibition by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. At McCormick Place. To register, go to: www.packexpo.com
OCT. 25-26
Niagara Falls, Ont.: OCBC22: Ontario Craft Brewers Conference & Suppliers Marketplace, annual conference and trade show by Ontario Craft Brewers (OCB). At the Niagara Falls Convention Centre. To register, go to: www.ocbconference.com
NOV. 9-10
Montreal: ADM (Advanced Design & Manufacturing Expo) Montréal. Cross-industry exhibition comprising PACKEX, ATX, Design & Manufacturing, Expoplast, and Powder & Bulk Solids. All at the Palais des congrès de Montréal. To register, go to: www.admmontreal.com
NOV. 15-18
Milan, Italy: SIMEI , international enological and bottling equipment exhibition by the Unione Italiana Vini (UIV). At Fiera Milano. To register, go to: www.simei.it
2023
APRIL 25-27
Toronto: CPMA 2023 , annual convention and trade show of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA). At the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. To register, go to: www.convention.cpma.ca
MAY 4-10
Düsseldorf, Germany: Interpack 2023 , global showcase for packaging and processing technologies by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. At Messe Düsseldorf fairgrounds. To register, go to: www.interpack.com
2024
MAY 28 – JUNE 7
Düsseldorf, Germany: drupa 2024, global trade fair for printing technologies by Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. At Messe Düsseldorf fairgrounds. To register, go to: www.drupa.com
Eaglestone Equipment will exhibit a full range of their food production conveyors and components, including:
• 2200 Quick-Clean Conveyor
Designed with tool-less flip out guide rails, transition hold downs and belt lifters for easy cleaning, this conveyor is one of the most sanitary and easy to clean conveyors in the industry. Available with integral CIP spray bars at the head and tail pulleys, this design will save time and money during the sanitation process and can be custom designed to meet the needs of your specific application.
• 1600 Washdown Turntable.
With its sorting, accumulation and directional change capabilities, this sanitary turntable is ideal for the pharmaceutical, food manufacturing, bottling and canning industries. Made of 304 stainless steel, this long-lasting machine was specifically designed for food and pharmaceutical-safe applications. It features extremely quiet operation, is quickly and easily cleaned and has a low operating cost.
• 802 Flour Duster.
This system dispenses a uniform pattern of flour, powdered sugar or other powders precisely where required by the
use of adjustable flow valves that pinpoint the target location for uniform dispersal with no clumps or gaps, eliminating food product waste. The hygienic design allows for easy assembly and disassembly for cleaning, a vital consideration for any food production line. The show model will be mounted to 2100 Ultra Clean fabric belt conveyor.
• 1703 Ser ies Fabric Constant Turn Conveyor.
Integrating the constant turn design with a smooth fabric belt allows this conveyor to maintain product orientation. The 5/8-inch nose rollers allow for tight transfers, while the tool-less drop pan removal, sealed bearings and external grease fittings offer easy maintenance all within a food grade design.
• 1705 Ser ies Modular Belt Constant Turn.
The 1705 Series Constant Turn conveyor maintains product orientation and spacing through the curves with a smooth, closed-top plastic surface. It can handle a variety of package sizes, types, and configurations, which makes it ideal for baking pans as well as cases and wrapped products.
• Control Cabinet.
Administration of an entire food production line can be managed right from the Control Cabinet. Generated by the latest software, an easy-to-read screen display shows the product flow through each station in detail to help plant personnel implement proper control system design and specification at the beginning of a project to lower costs and provide many years of reliable control system performance.
Eaglestone Equipment Booth #7671
DOMINO APPOINTS TWO NEW KEY ROLES
Reinforcing Continued Investment to support the Market Needs
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (July 18, 2022) — Domino North America continues to expand their support to the market, to reflect the growth within Domino and the manufacturing sector in general, with the appointment of two additional Managers: Michael Sawyer, Manager of Product Marketing and Brandon Carter, National Account Manager.
“As traceability continues to become a more critical component of our customers’ manufacturing environment, it is vital that we are well positioned to provide industry expertise and guidance to meet those demands head on,” said Director of Marketing, Nikki Johnson. “With these new appointments, we’re confident we can offer our customers more insight and support than ever before – that’s the Domino difference.”
Michael Sawyer will lead the product marketing management group for the North American operations. With nearly 25 years of technical and commercial experience in the coding and marking industry, Michael brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the challenges shared by manufacturing today. “My primary goal is to increase the value of Domino’s offerings to our customer base, as well as manufacturers which continue to search for more efficient ways to drive production, particularly in this time of skilled labor challenges. My focus will be to align our offerings with our customers’ needs and without hesitation I truly believe Domino can provide the best creative solutions in the packaging industry” states Sawyer.
Brandon Carter will have direct responsibility for several key Beverage accounts. He’ll leverage his industry experience with coding and marking, as well as vision solutions, to establish impactful solutions to drive sustainability solutions within these specific accounts. As per Carter, “technology is a significant part of the expertise Domino provides, but we also want to establish long-term partnerships. We think outside the box. We go beyond the code and deliver true solutions, adapted for each unique account. Domino understands the importance of fully understanding the needs and demands of the beverage sectors, and my role further validates that.”
MICHAEL SAWYER
BRANDON CARTER
Razor-sharp packaging design is all in the details / Noelle Stapinsky
Iwould suspect that many people aren’t buying a new razor very often these days, instead just purchasing replacement cartridges once the blades have dulled. For me, such a purchase has always been unduly annoying. First, the price of reusable razors has always been, in my opinion, too high. And while you can usually grab a decent one on sale, you definitely need to look at how much the replacement cartridges will cost, which usually almost double the price of the initial purchase. And then there’s the packaging, which has typically always been those rigid plastic clamshells that are next to impossible to open. By the time you extract the product, the packaging looks like it was gnarled by a wild animal. So the time came to pick up some cartridges, I grudgingly walked down the personal care aisle at my local Shoppers Drug Mart, where a new brand immediately caught my eye immediately. Displayed a alongside all the usual razor brands trapped in their rigid plastic squares, the Flamingo from Harry’s, Inc. clearly stood out from the mostly me-too shelf ensemble with a simple, yet elegant paperboard case closely resembled the design of the package my iPhone came in, and the product inside retains the stylish look with a soft-grip handle accented with rose gold. This is a fairly new line for Harry’s, which started out as an online supplier of men’s grooming products at a fair price. Along with listing the contents, the back of the box cheekily proclaims, “Women are strong, smart, beautiful, funny and hairy.” It’s not often that bathroom essentials make me smile, but this irreverent brand messaging, and a reasonable price-point, really made my day.
With craft beer exploding in popularity in recent years, it seems we are on the verge of a similar new big wave in the adult beverage space with the frenzied proliferation of craft-distilled spirits and various ready-to-drink (RTD) options. Step inside
(Clockwise)
The Schwartzkopf OSIS Session Label brand hairspray.
The Flamingo ladies razor kit from Harry’s, Inc.
The Founder Original and On the Rocks brands of tequila RTD cocktails.
The vintage design of the Old Bay seasoning tin from McCormick Canada, alongside the similar design of the Smoked Paprika spice imported from Spain.
any LCBO store today, and it’s hard to pull yourself away from the colorful shelves brimming with sparkling hard teas, lemonades, and seltzers concocted with various fruits, herbs or zests.While most of these libations are still made with vodka or gin, some RTD brands are raising the bar by venturing outside this comfort zone. For example, the Founder’s Original Tequila Paloma and On The Rock’s Margarita are perfect summer-time beverages suitably packaged in shiny ‘sleek’ cans adorned with fun metallic finishes and accents to project the vibe of a lively fiesta by the beach. For tequila purists not big on cans, the 375-ml bottle of On the Rocks Margarita provides a classy alternative, including a cork stopper and clean typography worked into the clear shrinksleeve wrapped around the bottle’s curvature.
As a former hair-styling apprentice years ago, I have developed deep appreciation for the Schwartzkopf brand of hair-care products. A popular choice for many highend hair salon professionals, Schwartzkopf
is also becoming quite the player in mainstream retail, making a brilliant first impression with the new Schwartzkopf OSIS Session Label brand of hairspray. The textured design of the lightweight can makes it easy to hold, but what really impressed me was the spray nozzle and how evenly and beautifully it delivered the product. The fast-drying spray offers protection up to 230°C—priceless for those of us using ceramic flat irons to force our locks into submission.
Working in my kitchen is a form of meditation for me: an escape from the day, a chance to experiment with flavors, and a fun way to drive my neighbors crazy with delicious aromas. Because many spice packages today feature tiny print that makes them hard to read without glasses, I applaud McCormick Canada for its Old Bay brand packaging that has stayed the same for as long as I can remember. Not only is this a staple in my kitchen, but the 74-gram container is always easy to locate at the store. And if imitation is the best form of flattery, then the similar vintage design of the Smoked Paprika by La Dalia, am import from Spain, makes this 70-gram tin a perfect side-by-side companion in my spice cupboard.
NOELLE STAPINSKY
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