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First Quality Gets Financial Help for Tissue Expansion at Lock Haven Mill

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Thursday, January 12, 2017 - Member
Cristini
Company received a funding proposal from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development that includes a $1 million Pennsylvania First program grant and $250,000 in WEDnetPA funding for employee training. It also has also been encouraged to apply for a $2 million, low-interest loan through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA).
 
SSA Suspends Mailing of Earnings Statements
Consumers for Paper Options has expressed strong opposition to a new decision by the Social Security Administration (SSA) to suspend the mailing of Social Security Statements to workers under the age of 60.
 
Poll Shows Lack of Understanding about Food Contaminated Corrugated Packaging
Research by the Confederation of Paper Industries revealed that when asked to choose who is most responsible for ensuring that recyclable packaging from the home is of good enough quality to be recycled, 45% of respondents said the onus was on the household, while 38% believed that it was down to the packaging manufacturers or the reprocessors of recyclable material, with a further 8% believing it should be down to local authorities.
 
Paper Calendars Endure Despite Digital Age
In an age of smartphones and the internet, you might think the days of paper calendars are numbered, but data suggest otherwise. Not only have they survived the digital revolution, but sales of some kinds of print calendars have increased.
 
Connect with International Tissue Market in Miami at Tissue 2017
Tissue 2017 Conference to be held at Eden Roc Resort in Miami Oct. 3-6, 2017
 
Safety Hats - Direct Digital Manufacturing Services
Market Roundup
Sack and Kraft Paper Market to Grow 3% per Annum, 2016-2021
Steady growth in consumer markets will buoy the sack and kraft paper industry to produce growth of around 3% per annum for 2016–2021, pushing global market value to $80 billion in 2021, up from $66 billion in 2016.
 
U.S. BSK Pulp Exports Increase
Bleached softwood kraft pulp exports were up 7% y/y through the first 11 months of 2016.
 
Hardwood Pulp Wood Prices Rise in Indonesia, Australia, Chile
Hardwood pulp wood prices in Brazil, Indonesia, Australia, and Chile increased during the fall of 2016, resulting in a 5.6% jump of the HFPI price index from the 1Q/16 to the 3Q/16.
 
Canada’s Exports of NBSK Pulp Flat through November
Northern bleached softwood kraft pulp exports were flat y/y through the first 11 months of 2016.
 
Banknote Printing Industry to Reach $11.2 Billion by 2021
The global market size value for banknote printing is forecast to increase from $9.5 billion in 2016 to $11.2 billion in 2021 at a CAGR of 3.3%, according to the latest analysis from Smithers Pira, U.K.
 
U.S. Print Book Sales Rose Again in 2016
A positive indicator for paper demand, total book print unit sales hit 674 million, marking the third-straight year of growth, according to Nielsen BookScan, which tracks about 80% of print sales in the U.S. This was despite no breakout bestsellers and the presidential election largely dominating cultural conversation.
 
Universal Electric Corp.
Pulp & Paper
Evonik Acquiring J.M. Huber Silica Business
Evonik is acquiring the silica business of Edison, N.J., USA-based J.M. Huber for $630 million, enabling the Germany-based company to expand its position in North America and Asia in this business sector.
 
Lecta Opens New Coating and Lacquering Line at Leitza Mill
In the manufacture of metallized papers, it is necessary to apply specific coatings to ensure paper quality: proper fixing of aluminum on the paper and optimum printability of the metallized coat. The new machine incorporates new technical developments in the application of coatings to guarantee the highest quality.
 
Mac Papers Opens Wide Format Printing Demo Center in Jacksonville
Center enhances customer service by showcasing state-of-the-art print equipment and providing on-site training to customers.
 
Michelman Becomes Early Adopter of ISO 9001:2015
ISO 9001:2015 standard is based on seven quality management principles that, when followed, ensures a business is positioned to consistently create value for its customers.
 
Pick Heaters, Inc.
Containerboard/Packaging
BillerudKorsnäs Orders 550,000 TPY Voith Board Machine for Gruvön Mill
XcelLine board machine, with a design speed of 1,200 m/min producing liquid packaging board, carton board, food service board, and white kraft liner, will be one of the largest board machines of its kind.
 
Cascades, Reno de Medici, Caro Now Operating as Single Company
Two companies, together with their joint sales company Careo, now form one company that will trade under the name RDM.
 
Graphic Packaging Announces New Share Repurchase Plan Authorization
The new $250 million authorization allows for the repurchase of shares from time to time through open market purchases, privately negotiated transactions and Rule 10b5-1 plans in accordance with applicable securities laws. The timing of purchases will depend on market conditions.
 
Mondi Presents Machine Clothing Supplier Award to Voith
Award was established in 2013 to showcase the best performing business partner in the machine clothing sector, which plays a critical role in the paper production process.
 
Legislative
CEPI’s Letter to the European Commission Regarding EU Ecolabel Discontinuation Concerns
There are concerns about the possible removal of a number of EU Ecolabel product groups which CEPI and its European paper producing members understand the Commission is considering.
 
Nonwovens
Class Action Settlement Reached on Kandoo Wipes
Settlement potentially affects people who purchased the wipes in California between March 21, 2010, and Dec. 9, 2016.
 
Freudenberg Performance Materials Launches New Evolon Website
With one click, visitors will obtain detailed information on the technology invented by Freudenberg and the particular benefits which the microfilament fabric can provide them.
 
National Presto Sells Absorbent Products Unit
Company sold its absorbent products division to a Belgian company for $71 million.
 
Schoellershammer to Raise Price of Brown Recycled Corrugated Case Materials
Company announced a EUR 60 per metric ton price increase for brown recycled corrugated case materials, effective Feb. 1, 2017.
 
Nanotechnology
Nippon Paper to Build CNF-Reinforced Resin Demonstration Plant at Fuji Mill
Operation starts in June 2017, promoting practical applications as a resin reinforcement material for automobile parts and more
 
Stora Enso Invests Further in Commercialization of Microfibrillated Cellulose in Paper
With the new investments at Swedish consumer board mills, Stora Enso will accelerate the product development of new MFC applications, which will include barrier layers for grease and oxygen and biodegradable film as replacement for aluminum in paperboard packaging.
 
New Products
Appleton Coated Expands Ethos Enhanced Inkjet Options for High-Speed Inkjet Presses
Unique product adding 45, 50, 60, 70, and 80 lb. text to the existing 7-pt and 9-pt covers, offers a smooth, silk, coated-like feel for high-speed inkjet presses. Ethos Enhanced Inkjet has high-bright, blue-white shade and is designed to provide enhanced image quality and color vibrancy in comparison weith standard papers.
 
Appvion Triumph High-Speed Inkjet Papers Qualify on Ricoh Pro VC60000 Press
Appvion Inc., Appleton, Wis., USA, this week announced that its line of Triumph® High-Speed Inkjet Papers are now qualified on Ricoh’s Pro VC60000 Press.
 
BlockMaster Introduces High Power Terminal Blocks for Electrical Distribution
New power blocks are rated 175 amp and 600 volt for electrical applications in power panel distribution.
 
SCA Launches Tork Stainless Washroom Upgrade Solutions in North America
New Tork recessed dispensers and adapters can instantly upgrade restroom décor and functionality.
 
Published Pricing
Caraustar Announces $60/Ton Price Hike on Uncoated Recycled Paperboard
Price increase of $60 per ton on all uncoated recycled paperboard grades will be effective starting with shipments on Feb. 10, 2017.
 
KaMin Increases Price of Industrial Hydrous Kaolin Clays
Company has increased prices for hydrous kaolin clay products for the global industrial market 6%-8%, effective Jan. 1, 2017, or as contracts allow.
 
Mercer Hikes NBSK Pulp Price to $820/Metric Ton in Europe
Mercer International has raised the price of its northern bleached softwood kraft pulp to $820/metric ton in Europe, effective Jan.1, 2017.
 
Sustainability
Stora Enso Invests in Biocomposite Granules in Hylte, Sweden
The investment in a sustainable replacement for plastics will increase Stora Enso’s Wood Products sales by approximately EUR 25 million and will exceed the division’s profitability target, operational return on operating capital of 18%. The biocomposite business will belong to the Wood Products division.
 
People
Alness Named SVP, Americas for Forest Products Resins
 
Cenveo Appoints New Director
James Moorhead has joined the company's board of directors, effective immediately. Moorhead is currently the CMO at Metromile, a leader in pay-per-mile car insurance, where he is responsible for all marketing efforts. Prior to that, he spent three years at Dish Network as SVP, CMO, and served on its executive leadership team.
 
Glatfelter Names Hess to Lead Specialty Papers Business Unit
In this role, Tim Hess will have overall P&L responsibility and will guide the strategic direction for the business unit.
 
Graphic Packaging International Appoints Yost SVP/President, Americas
Joseph P. Yost will have responsibility for the food and beverage commercial and converting organization within the Americas.
 
IP Promotes Wadley to Manager of Maysville Containerboard Mill
Doug Wadley will have overall leadership responsibility at the mill for safety, engagement, operational excellence, commercial excellence, and global citizenship.
 
Zanders Names Mueller Marketing Manager
Tobias Mueller has been named the new marketing manager at Zanders, Germany, a producer of specialty papers and boards for labels, packaging, and graphical applications.
 
TAPPI News
Deadline for Woman of the Year Award Nominations Extended to January 31
TAPPI/PIMA’s Woman of the Year award recognizes women who have demonstrated excellence in leading, motivating, and developing others within the pulp, paper, tissue, packaging, and related industries.
 
Set Goals Using Actual Industry Benchmarking Info
The TAPPI Industry Compensation Survey is a survey and benchmarking tool providing you valuable access to industry compensation, benefits, and experience on a question by question basis. Compare your data with that of your peers and receive aggregate data reports simply by participating in the survey.
 
Students: Report to Cincinnati, Please
223 Students -and counting- will get 2017 off to a great start with networking, career planning, and interviews at our annual Student Summit.
 
TAPPI Connect: Looking Back and Looking Forward
Connected members had an impact. Survey announced for January 2017.
 
Specialty Papers Europe 2017 Program Revealed
Hear from Nestlé, Mars, Zanders GmbH, Smurfit Kappa, Daikin Chemical Europe, and more at this year’s Specialty Papers Conference.
 
Secure Your Early Bird Registration for PaperCon 2017
PaperCon 2017 is only four short months away. Don’t miss being part of the most important gathering of paper and packaging professionals in the industry. Register today and secure your Early Bird discount.
 
TAPPI Career Center: Liberty Carton Co. Seeks Sr. Sales Consultant
Liberty Carton Co., a division of Liberty Diversified International, is searching for a senior sales consultant for its Minneapolis, Minn., USA, location.
 
Early Bird Registration Ends Next Week
Want to get the best rates for the 2017 Best Practices on the Corrugator Course? Register today.