IP's Beaverton Bag Plant Celebrates 50th Anniversary

International Paper Co., Memphis, Tenn., USA, reports that its Beaverton Bag Plant in Oregon celebrated its fiftieth anniversary this past week. The plant began operations on Sept. 16, 1961, producing environmentally friendly paper bags. "Our bags are a great environmental choice as they are recyclable, reusable, and produced using renewable resources," said Ron Gale, plant GM.

The Portland, Ore., City Council has recognized the benefits of paper and recently passed legislation limiting the use of plastic bags within city limits. The move is designed to lessen the impact on the environment. "Paper recycling is an environmental success story not only in the state of Oregon, but throughout the country. Paper bags are recycled at a rate between 50% and 72%, compared with 10% to 14% for plastic bags," said Craig Williams, GM of IP's Kraft Bag business. "This is an exciting time for the families and team members of the Beaverton Bag Plant to celebrate 50 years of service to the greater Oregon area, and to assist current and new customers with the transition from plastic," Gale said.

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