2010 Innovation Showcase

Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards and Innovation Showcase

2010

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Front Cover: Photos featured are of the 2010 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards winning entries. The packages are displayed by the awards (Highest Achievement, Gold, Silver) won, from left to right, and are described in detail throughout this publication. Back Cover: Photos featured are of the 2010 Flexible Packaging Innovation Showcase. The entries are displayed alphabetically by product name from left to right and are described in detail throughout this publication.

For fifty-four years, the FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition has honored the amazing innovation taking place in the flexible packaging industry. The innovative developments in materials, design, structure and sustainability have advanced the use of flexible packaging into numerous markets and various industries. FPA continues to celebrate the outstanding industry achievements that are meeting the diverse needs of both end-users and consumers.

The entries and award winning packages of the 2010 FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition incorporate outstanding manufacturing and design breakthroughs that improve product protection and reduce spoilage during distribution; unique designs and graphics that enhance the presence of packaging on store shelves; and, consumer-friendly features that ease food preparation and reduce waste.

This publication features all the entries and winning packages of the 2010 competition. The Achievement Awards section showcases the twenty-two winning entries by award (Highest Achievement, Gold and Silver) level. The Innovation Showcase section includes the competition entries, which are presented in alphabetical order by package name.

FPA congratulates the winners and thanks all the companies that participated in the 2010 FPA Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition. Special thanks are given to the 2010 competition judging panel: Larry Ahleman, master faculty specialist, Western Michigan University; Michael Richmond, PhD, Packaging & Technology Integrated Solutions, LLC; and Sean Riley, editor, PMT Magazine.

The 54th Annual Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards and Innovation Showcase

Package Name Winning Category Manufacturer Page

Highest Achievement Award

Cryovac® Marinade On Demand™ Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sealed Air Corporation, Cryovac Food Packaging . . . . .9

Gold Award Winners

Amcor Contour Perforation — Emmi Cheese Plate . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amcor Flexibles, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Fresenius Dialyzer Package Forming Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

PFOA-Free Microwave Popcorn Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Recloseable Retort Pouch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLC . . . . . . . . . . .12

Stratos™ Hand Wrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Time-Wise Bowl Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CLP Packaging Solutions, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . .13

WellPet Package with KromaSilk Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bemis Flexible Packaging - Milprint Division . . . . . . .14

Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolate Stabilo Bag . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sonoco Flexible Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Silver Award Winners

Aloe There Swedish Beauty Botanica . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Prime Graphics Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Amcor Stickpack — Kerry Foods’ Cheestrings Shots . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amcor Flexibles, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Club des Sommeliers 3-Liter Bag Without A Box . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CLP Packaging Solutions, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Color Shift Promotional Shrink Sleeve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CL&D Graphics, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Dispos-a-Vent™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Halls Nite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sonoco Flexible Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

High Chemical Resistant Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Isotech Bag® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Kaytee Flat Bottom Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division . . . . . .17

Key West Gourmet Chowders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Genpak LP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Preserve Toothbrush Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Reusable Flexible Water Bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLC . . . . . . . . . . .18

Tamper Evident Shipping Solution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Table of ContentsAchievement Awards & Innovation Showcase – 2010

Package Name Category Manufacturer Page

Innovation Showcase

Abbott Vented Flow Wrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amcor Flexibles, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Alpine Spiced Apple Cider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Amcor ReClose — Ospelt Malbuner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Amcor Flexibles, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Andrex “On the Go” Toilet Tissue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tin Horse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Antipasto Bread Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . MIBA PLAST LTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Bear Naked Native Stand-up Resealable Pouch with Registered Matte Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exopack, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Bertolli Mediterranean Style Garlic Shrimp, Penne & Cherry Tomatoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Bora Bora Exotic Coconut Almond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Bar with Matte Finish . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sonoco Flexible Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Cadbury Dairy Milk Eclairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flex America Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

CadPak CL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cadillac Products Packaging Company . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Cargill Salt “Earth Friendly Packaging” with 50% Recycled Content . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Chicken Keeper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical Innovation . . . Flexo Transparent Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Clif C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Cryovac® CT-301 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sealed Air Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Crystal Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Crystal Light Drink Mix: Stickpack Replacement . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Curwood, Incorporated. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

CVS/pharmacy® — Scented Epsom Salts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical Innovation. . . . Flex Pack USA, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

Deli-Snap!™ Stand-up Reclosable Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sealed Air Corporation, Cryovac Food Packaging . . . .29

Dole Bagged Salad Products with Bemis EZ Peel® Opening Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division . . . . . .29

Easy-Open Track . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . Rollprint Packaging Products, Incorporated . . . . . . . . .29

Eight O’Clock Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sonoco Flexible Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Enduro™ Composite Self-Opening Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Eukanuba Naturally Wild FFS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Exopack Rave™ Gen 2 Slider Zipper Multi-Wall Bag . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Fisher Baking Nuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . Clear Lam Packaging, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

FridgePouch to Go . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Hershey’s 30 ct Snack Size Assortment, 300g. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Hill’s Pet Treats Stand-up Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sonoco Flexible Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

KAO John Frieda Sheer Blond Tri-Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Label Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Kaytee Bird Food . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clear Lam Packaging, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Kiolbassa Kielbasa in Form-Tite® Thermoform-Shrink Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . Curwood, Incorporated. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

KP Rich Value Atta . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flex America Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Lance, Incorporated’s Cape Cod® Potato Chips in Printpack’s OTM™ Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Land O’Frost® Bistro Favorites™ Black Label Packages with EZ Peel® Reseal Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Curwood, Incorporated. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Marie Callender’s Home-Style Creations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

Maryland Choc Chip Biscuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flex America Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Morley Candy Chocolate Bar with Exopack BarWrap™ Cold-Seal Replacement Film . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

NESCAFÉ Ahorra PACK Stand-up Pouch, 175g . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

New Age All Naturals™ Steamable Package using Berry Plastics Corporation SteamQuick® HT™ . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Next Generation Print Grade Shrink Film using DuraWrap™ Shrink Film Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Ovantex®/F Lidstock and Pouching Material . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare Packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Pack-Nettone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Peruplast S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

PF 1202 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AEP Industries Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Pro Plan Cat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . Nordenia USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Puncture Resistant Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLC . . . . . . . . . . .38

Purex® Complete 3-in-1™ Laundry Sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Printing Achievement . . . Robbie Manufacturing, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Rave™ Composite Pinch Bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical Innovation . . . . Exopack, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Reese’s Peanut Butter Chips, 10 oz. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Reliapeel™ Cereal Liner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Revolution® Food Wrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Berry Plastics Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Roll-Fed Season Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERUPLAST S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Roti Land Uncooked Roti . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Flex America Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Ruiz Burritos. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Packaging Corporation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Scotts Recloseable Fertilizer Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division . . . . . .41

Scotts SG Quad-Seal Grass Seed Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division . . . . . .41

Senseo Gourmet Coffee Pods — Curwood HD Flexo Pouch . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Curwood, Incorporated. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Simple Steps® RDPP Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Technical Innovation, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sealed Air Corporation, Cryovac Food Packaging . . . .42

Special K Special Edition Assortment Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exopack, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

StreamOne™ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . Rollprint Packaging Products, Incorporated . . . . . . . . .42

The New Yorker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Printpack, Incorporated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Trident Coho Salmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Printing Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nordenia USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Water Pouch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Peruplast S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

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Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards2010

Winning packages are organized in alphabetical order by award level (Highest Achievement, Gold, Silver).The information and descriptions for all packages are provided by the manufacturer.

Cryovac® Marinade On Demand™ PackageHighest Achievement Award Winner

Gold Award Winner — Technical InnovationManufacturer: Sealed Air Corporation, Cryovac Food Packaging

End User/Customer: Schwan’s Home Service, IncorporatedPlant: Chicago Meat Authority — Chicago, IL

Designer/Design Firm: William KueckerKey Suppliers: Information not available

Package Description: With the Cryovac® Marinade On Demand™ Package fresh meats and poultry can go from plain to deliciously flavored in minutes. This unique package consists of a two-

part, thermoformed rollstock that separates meat/poultry from a restaurant quality marinade. To begin the marinade process, the end-user simply squeezes the marinade pocket to break the seal. This easy, sanitary, and controlled process preserves the quality of the meat/poultry and meets the

demand for convenient, high performance packaging materials.

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Highest Achievement Awards are given to a Gold Award winning package ranked by the judges as having contributed most to the advancement of the industry.

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Amcor Contour Perforation — Emmi Cheese PlateGold Award Winner — Packaging ExcellenceManufacturer: Amcor Flexibles, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Emmi Käse AGPlant: Amcor Flexibles Schüpbach — Burgdorf, SwitzerlandDesigner/Design Firm: Birte Dorenkamp, Emmi SchweizKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The innovative packaging format used to pack Emmi’s cheese plate consists of a tray with four separate cavities, sealed with a lidding film from Amcor Flexibles, which plays an important role in the launch of this new product. Through Amcor’s know-how in contour perforation technology, Emmi was able to give consumers the choice to either open the whole pack at once or to access individual portions only.

Gold Awards

Fresenius Dialyzer Package Forming WebGold Award Winner — Technical InnovationManufacturer: Berry Plastics CorporationEnd User/Customer: Fresenius MedicalPlant: Dalton, GADesigner/Design Firm: Flow wrap film, Berry Plastics Corporation; Package design, Fresenius MedicalKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The Fresenius Dialyzer Package Forming Web is a new packaging solution for dialyzers. This innovative flow wrap package is cost competitive and features a two-component thermoformable Nylon/PE laminated bottom web, which is sealed to coated Tyvek. The flow wrap package provides improved manufacturing efficiencies twofold. Through this package, the customer has improved sterilization techniques and converted from an EO gas to an E-Beam radiation technique.

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PFOA-Free Microwave Popcorn BagGold Award Winner — Environmental & Sustainability AchievementManufacturer: Exopack, LLCEnd User/Customer: American Pop CornPlant: Sibley, IADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Solvay SolexisPackage Description: The PFOA-Free Microwave Popcorn Bag introduces Solvay Solexis’ grease resistant coatings that eliminate the introduction of PFOA into the environment and thereby eliminates the potential for bio-accumulation from microwave popcorn bags.

Recloseable Retort PouchGold Award Winner — Technical InnovationManufacturer: Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLCEnd User/Customer: Tamaya GourmetPlant: Ampac Flexibles, Performance Pouch Group — St. Louis Park, MNDesigner/Design Firm: Tamaya GourmetKey Suppliers: Pouch — Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLCPackage Description: Ampac Flexibles provided Tamaya Gourmet with a high-quality Recloseable Retort Pouch for Tamaya’s Chilean Carica fruit products. The retortable zipper withstands the stresses of the retort process and conveniently stores remaining portions. The linear tear technology provides consumer convenience by opening cleanly and straight every time. Product breakage was virtually eliminated as compared to existing glass packaging.

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Stratos™ Hand WrapGold Award Winner — Environmental & Sustainability AchievementManufacturer: Berry Plastics Corporation End User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Danville, KYDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The Stratos™ Hand Wrap is an ultra-performance stretch film with folded edges. The film formulation offers the perfect balance of stiffness for high load containment, elasticity to allow the user to pull the film tight around a load, and superior puncture resistance for excellent corner handling. In addition, the folded edge virtually eliminates product loss from edge hang while significantly improving load containment and tear resistance.

Time-Wise Bowl PouchGold Award Winner — Packaging ExcellenceManufacturer: CLP Packaging Solutions, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Dainty FoodsPlant: CLP Industries LTD. — Kibbutz Negba, IsraelDesigner/Design Firm: CSM AlimentosKey Suppliers: Polyplex Europa Polyester Film San. Ve TIC.A.S., Bonyl — Polyon Industries Ltd., White PP — Polyon Industries Ltd., Adhesives- Rohm & Haas, Inks — Siegwerk Drukfarben Ag, Press — Cerutti, Cylinders — Milpool, Die: Special Shape (CLP Development) — CLP IndustriesPackage Description: The Time-Wise Bowl Pouch offers consumers the ultimate in flexible packaging convenience: lightweight packaging, long-lasting ambient-temperature shelf life, and a handy heat and eat experience. Heat-free handles make it comfortable to grip the package after heating in the microwave, and laser scoring along the centerline converts the pouch into a stable, comfortable-to-use bowl.

Gold Awards

WellPet Package with KromaSilk PrintGold Award Winner — Printing AchievementManufacturer: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint DivisionEnd User/Customer: WellPetPlant: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division; Oshkosh, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Kim Geosits, Director of Print Production — Hughes Design GroupKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The Wellness Small Breed package was printed using KromaSilk technology, which provides a satin look along with three-dimensional depth. Rotogravure printing combined with KromaSilk technology provides enhanced printing over the normal rotogravure print on metal containing substrates. KromaSilk utilizes a unique separation process that delivers a variety of graphic effects from silky gradation transitions to pseudo holographic color shifts.

Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolate Stabilo BagGold Award Winner — Printing AchievementManufacturer: Sonoco Flexible PackagingEnd User/Customer: Storck USAPlant: Sonoco Flexible Packaging — Hartsville, SCDesigner/Design Firm: Pat Pellizzaro, Technical LeadKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The Werther’s Original Caramel Chocolate Stabilo Bag represents an improvement over existing package. The package incorporates a quad seal flat bottom bag offering excellent shelf presence. Its 3-ply structure offers great stiffness and excellent machineability on quad seal VFFS packaging equipment.

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Amcor Stickpack — Kerry Foods’ Cheestrings ShotsSilver Award Winner — Packaging ExcellenceManufacturer: Amcor Flexibles, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Kerry Foods Charleville Ltd.Plant: Amcor Flexibles Schüpbach — Burgdorf, SwitzerlandDesigner/Design Firm: Jones Knowles Ritchie, JKRKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: Kerry Foods’ Cheestrings Shots are aimed at children and promote a “shake and shoot” consumption behavior. The Amcor Stickpack aids in the fun nature of the new product. A child-friendly, easy opening has been achieved by applying micro-perforation on the top of the package. Consumers simply shake the pack, tear it open, and “shoot” the Cheestrings Shots into their mouths. The package combines high barrier properties with an easy-opening and direct consumption from the package.

Aloe There Swedish Beauty BotanicaSilver Award Winner — Printing AchievementManufacturer: Prime Graphics IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Australian GoldPlant: Prime Graphics Incorporated — Wood Dale, ILDesigner/Design Firm: Australian GoldKey Suppliers: Plastic — Flexografix, Incorporated, Environmental Inks and CoatingsPackage Description: The challenge was to give the customer a product that was brilliant and very clean looking. The customer’s expectations were met with an exceptional print job that includes tight registration, proper color and shading in the graphics.

Silver Awards

Club des Sommeliers 3-Liter Bag Without A BoxSilver Award Winner — Packaging ExcellenceManufacturer: CLP Packaging Solutions, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Club Des SommeliersPlant: CLP Industries LTD. — Kibbutz Negba, IsraelDesigner/Design Firm: Bag’Innov SarlKey Suppliers: Bonyl — CFP Flexible Packaging S.P.A., Polyester — Kolon Industries, Inc., Adhesives — Rohm & Haas, Inks — Siegwerk Drukfarben Ag, Press — Cerutti, Laminator — Valmet Rotomec, Pouch Making — Totani CorporationPackage Description: The Club des Sommeliers 3-Liter Bag Without A Box pouch is efficient on the packaging line, convenient and sanitary in the kitchen or bar, and eye-catching wherever it appears. Eliminating the need for the cardboard box used in typical bag-in-box designs, the Bag Without A Box removes a cost element, logistical challenge, and breeding ground for microbes and pests. The technology is extremely versatile, and it is being used for products ranging from soups to antifreeze.

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Dispos-a-Vent™Silver Award Winner — Packaging ExcellenceManufacturer: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare PackagingEnd User/Customer: Phoenix Medical Products, Inc.Plant: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare Packaging, Feasterville, PADesigner/Design Firm: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare PackagingKey Suppliers: Oracle Packaging, E.I. duPont de Nemours & Company, Monadnock Paper Mills, IncorporatedPackage Description: The Dispos-a-Vent™ is a combination of good design and good manufacturing capabilities, which result in reduced cost and time for OEMs. The package eliminates the possibility of a compromise in sterility by providing a generous high barrier film or foil pouch area for easy product transport after sterilization.

Halls NiteSilver Award Winner — Printing Achievement Manufacturer: Sonoco Flexible PackagingEnd User/Customer: Cadbury AdamsPlant: Sonoco Flexible Packaging — Hartsville, SCDesigner/Design Firm: Don McArthurKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The Halls Nite is a new Halls product, which is sold as a confectionery product globally and not as an over the counter medication. The printing process and the colors chosen for these designs make the Halls Nite a beautiful package with great shelf appeal.

Color Shift Promotional Shrink SleeveSilver Award Winner — Printing Achievement Manufacturer: CL&D Graphics, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: CL&D Graphics, Incorporated.Plant: CL&D Graphics, Incorporated. — Oconomowoc, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Jaclyn KraftKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: As private-label brands gain market share in the retail world, the competition landscape is becoming more aggressive. Creating new and innovative packaging is one of the ways to retain and grow appeal with customers. By creating an environmentally-friendly ink system that creates a shimmer and reflective effect, clients are getting the results they want without having to invest in expensive foils, solvent inks or UV chemicals.

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Kaytee Flat Bottom PackageSilver Award Winner — Printing Achievement Manufacturer: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint DivisionEnd User/Customer: Central Avian & PetPlant: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division, Oshkosh, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Tom Keyser, Baker AssociatesKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: Kaytee pet care products continue to enhance packaging for pet food with features such as the press-to-close zipper and package graphics that identify the product’s benefits. The true flat bottom bag provides all these benefits in one. Increased film stiffness from the four corner seals provides the consumer with the feel of a durable package. These features along with enhanced graphics provide the consumer with an unbeatable combination of innovation and shelf appeal.

High Chemical Resistant PouchSilver Award Winner — Technical InnovationManufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd-User/Customer: Aplicare, IncorporatedPlant: Extrusion, Lamination & Coating Division (EL&C) — Rochester, NYDesigner/Design Firm: Larry Webb, Jason Chaneske — American Packaging CorporationKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: The High Chemical Resistant Pouch is a new extrusion lamination option for pouches requiring high chemical resistance. This structure can withstand a multitude of chemicals and solutions, without compromising lamination bond strength or seal integrity for long periods of time.

Isotech Bag®Silver Award Winner — Technical InnovationManufacturer: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare PackagingEnd User/Customer: Getinge-La Calhène USAPlant: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare Packaging, Feasterville, PADesigner/Design Firm: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare PackagingKey Suppliers: E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, FlexSol Packaging CorporationPackage Description: The Isotech Bag® provides a method for the aseptic transfer of large quantities of packaging components into barrier isolators and automated filling lines. Components such as stoppers and vials are packaged in one flexible high strength bag. Features and benefits include ports for ease of connection to barrier isolators, inner bag for sterile product transfer through port, permanent seals and puncture resistance to prevent product breakthrough.

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Preserve Toothbrush PouchSilver Award Winner — Packaging ExcellenceManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Preserve, LLCPlant: Printpack, Incorporated — Shreveport, LADesigner/Design Firm: Dustie Moore, Preserve, LLCKey Suppliers: Inteplast, Flint Group Graphics, DuPontPackage Description: The Preserve Toothbrush Pouch is a totally unique packaging product in the marketplace. It distinguishes itself from the competition by virtue of its unusual package design and its “second life” as a postage paid return mailer.

Reusable Flexible Water BottleSilver Award Winner — Environmental & Sustainability AchievementManufacturer: Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLCEnd User/Customer: Vapur, IncorporatedPlant: Ampac Flexibles, Performance Pouch Group — St. Louis Park, MNDesigner/Design Firm: Vapur, IncorporatedKey Suppliers: Pouch supplier, Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLCPackage Description: Ampac Flexibles provided Vapur, Inc. with a high-quality, durable Reusable Flexible Water Bottle using an FDA-approved, BPA-free film. The flexible water bottle is designed to fit in a pocket, purse, backpack or briefcase. This water bottle can be rolled or flattened, and tucked away. The Reusable Flexible Water Bottle eliminates the shipping of water and one time use packaging.

Key West Gourmet ChowdersSilver Award Winner — Environmental & Sustainability AchievementManufacturer: Genpak LPEnd User/Customer: Key West Gourmet FoodsPlant: Genpak LP — Aurora, OntarioDesigner/Design Firm: Transcontinental PLM Incorporated Key Suppliers: InnoviaPackage Description: This package is truly a trail-blazer in the movement to eco-friendly packaging. By using completely sustainable materials which are compostable, Key West Gourmet and Genpak LP are proving that there are eco-friendly solutions to flexible packaging.

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Tamper Evident Shipping SolutionSilver Award Winner — Technical InnovationManufacturer: Berry Plastics Corporation End User/Customer: U.S. Army Soldier Natick Research, Development, and Engineering CenterPlant: Chippewa Falls, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availablePackage Description: Developed in collaboration with the U.S. Army Natick Soldier Research, Engineering and Development Center (NSRDEC), the Tamper Evident Package Shipping Solution package is highly creative and innovative, addressing the issue of security in the product distribution chain for unitized loads. This is particularly important in shipping products that are susceptible to theft or tampering such as U.S. military rations and high-value items such as watches and razor blades. The groundbreaking combination of printing and RFID technologies yields security of supply and enhanced product safety.

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Flexible Packaging Innovation Showcase2010

The Innovation Showcase includes competition entries organized in alphabetical order. The information and descriptions for all packages are provided by the manufacturers.

Abbott Vented Flow WrapManufacturer: Amcor Flexibles, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Abbott NutritionalPlant: Amcor Flexibles Sligo — Sligo, IrelandDesigner/Design Firm: Amcor FlexiblesKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: Amcor is the first to introduce a range of vented films for high speed flow wrap applications for ethylene oxide or steam sterilization. Amcor’s vented films allow medical device manufacturers to benefit from increased productivity, lower material costs, reduced tooling costs and lower capital investment. Vented flow wrap is available in a variety of films, vent materials and vent sizes to address a range of customer requirements.

Alpine Spiced Apple CiderManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Continental MillsPlant: Printpack, Incorporated, Shreveport — Shreveport, LADesigner/Design Firm: Toby Sudduth, Sudduth Design Co.Key Suppliers: Dunn Paper, Flint Group Graphics, DuPontCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: This quality package from Continental Mills is comparable to reverse printing on polypropylene or polyester lamination structures. High quality graphics are achieved with a six-color surface process printed on a paper structure. Lacquer was added to enhance the gloss appearance. This package sets a new standard for surface printing on a flexographic printing press.

Amcor ReClose — Ospelt MalbunerManufacturer: Amcor Flexibles, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Herbert Ospelt AnstaltPlant: Amcor Flexibles Speed — Argentan Cedex, FranceDesigner/Design Firm: Yvonne Hutter, Herbert Ospelt AnstaltKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: Amcor ReClose represents a consumer convenient and environmentally responsible packaging solution. Its user friendly opening and reclose features ensure product freshness. Amcor ReClose helps to reduce packaging waste and the need to repack remaining contents into other containers or wrappers. A reduced thickness of the lidding film results in packaging weight reduction.

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Flexible Packaging Innovation Showcase

Andrex “On the Go” Toilet TissueManufacturer: Tin HorseEnd User/Customer: Kimberly-Clark EuropePlant: Information not availableDesigner/Design Firm: Martin Bunce & Will Maskell, Tin HorseKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: Andrex “On the Go” Toilet Tissue addresses the need for sustainable conveniences. This mini toilet tissue dispenser is portable and delivers convenience and functionality.

Antipasto Bread BagManufacturer: MIBA PLAST LTD.End User/Customer: Labrea BakeryPlant: MIBA PLAST LTD. — Holon Designer/Design Firm: Carrie Seanor — Tom, Dick and Harry AdvertisingKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The bag is a unique solution offering easy re-sealablilty while enhancing the shelf life of baked products. The bag has versatile applications and enhanced graphics with flexographic printing of up to 200 LPI.

Bear Naked Native Stand-up Resealable Pouch with Registered Matte FinishManufacturer: Exopack, LLC End User/Customer: The Kellogg CompanyPlant: Battle Creek, MIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: The Bear Naked Native Stand-up Resealable Pouch with Registered Matte Finish is a convenient high barrier, resealable package with a matte coating that can be registered to the print copy, providing a unique look.

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Bertolli Mediterranean Style Garlic Shrimp, Penne & Cherry TomatoesManufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd User/Customer: Unilever Best FoodsPlant: American Packaging Corporation — Story City, IADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: American Packaging utilized their experience to achieve crisp graphics with increased image sharpness, brighter colors, higher densities, smoother vignette and cleaner text. The artwork design and superior printing allow the package to capture the consumer’s attention at the point of purchase.

Bora Bora Exotic Coconut AlmondManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Bora Bora Ltd.Plant: Printpack, Incorporated Hendersonville — Hendersonville, NCDesigner/Design Firm: Kelly Reedy, Lee Reedy IncorporatedKey Suppliers: Printpack, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: Visually, both subtle and vivid, this packaging uses the colorpack process to appeal to consumers. The wrapper reflects Bora Bora’s commitment to exotic flavors and premium organic ingredients.

Cadbury Dairy Milk Chocolate Bar with Matte FinishManufacturer: Sonoco Flexible Packaging End User/Customer: Cadbury AdamsPlant: Sonoco Flexible Packaging — Morristown, TNDesigner/Design Firm: Don McArthur, Key Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: This packaging improvement incorporates rotogravure printing to give the customer a superior matte finish. The Siegwerk FCRM4A8MV matte over lacquer does double duty. It gives a premium matte appearance and also acts as an excellent cold seal release surface. The matte appearance gives the package a rich velvet look supporting the premium product inside, taking it from a typical bar wrap to a premium package.

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Cadbury Dairy Milk EclairsManufacturer: Flex America IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Cadbury India Ltd.Plant: UFlex Ltd. — Noida, IndiaDesigner/Design Firm: Uflex Ltd. Key Suppliers: Uflex Ltd.Competition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: This package is made from five different webs where the front, back and two side gussets are registered. The product stands out on the shelf and includes a slider zipper to ensure product freshness and easy opening. A diaphragm has been provided on the top for seal integrity. This product has received high market acceptance and can be utilized with a variety of products.

CadPak CLManufacturer: Cadillac Products Packaging CompanyEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Cadillac Products Packaging Company — Dallas, GeorgiaDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Cadillac Products Packaging Company Paris, Henkel Corporation, Wikoff ColorCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: Cadillac Products Packaging Company developed a state of the art clear lamination that meets the stringent moisture barrier requirements of the military. The CadPack CL has a lighter gauge providing the user with faster sealing times for improved productivity, and the low curl and better “hand” of the material make construction of any package easier to complete with less chance of leaks and poor seals.

Cargill Salt “Earth Friendly Packaging” with 50% Recycled ContentManufacturer: Exopack, LLCEnd User/Customer: Cargill SaltPlant: Thomasville, NCDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: The Cargill Salt “Earth Friendly Packaging” with 50% Recycled Content reduces Cargill’s packaging carbon footprint by 50 percent annually. It offers them an advantage over competitors and promotes their image as responsible environmental stewards.

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Chicken KeeperManufacturer: Flexo Transparent IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Flexo Transparent — Buffalo, NYDesigner/Design Firm: Flexo Transparent Incorporated Key Suppliers: Tredegar Film Products Incorporated, Optimum Plastics, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Chicken Keeper is a breakthrough in hot deli packaging offering benefits to business owners, consumers and the environment. This package enhances the quality of chicken through a patented “freshness liner” which allows excess grease and moisture to drain away from the chicken to keep it crisp and fresh. This is a very consumer friendly package with handling and spill resistant features, and is an alternative to traditional rigid packaging

Clif CManufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd User/Customer: Clif BarPlant: American Packaging Corporation — Columbus, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: The desired look and barrier was achieved by using a clear high barrier film that was cold seal compatible with the outer film and matte lacquer. American Packaging printed, utilized the web turnover bars to apply the registered matte lacquer, laminated and then applied coldseal in one pass.

Cryovac® CT-301Manufacturer: Sealed Air CorporationEnd User/Customer: Pellon PCP Group LLCPlant: Sealed Air Shrink Packaging Plant — Seneca, SCDesigner/Design Firm: Rafizi RamliKey Suppliers: XpedxCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Cryovac® CT-301 is based on a new Sealed Air technology platform enabling, for the first time, the down gauging of shrink films up to twice the thickness. Sealed Air is the first and only company to offer a 30g shrink film, which key benefits including:• 50 – 60 gauge properties in a 30 gauge film• Combination of strength, tear, and burn resistance • Enhanced seal strength and durability • Proven versatility across a broad range of equipment• Excellent optics and clarity• Fewer changeovers which improve operational efficiency

Crystal LightManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: KraftPlant: Printpack, Incorporated Farmingdale — Farmingdale, NYDesigner/Design Firm: Robin Paige, Kraft Foods and Aileen Riordan, NiCE LTD. Key Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: The new Crystal Light shrink label enhances the brand identity of the product by giving it an up-to-date, contemporary image. The refreshed graphics pop and provide a clean look along with tremendous shelf appeal. The redesign eliminated excess packaging inside and outside of the canister, and decreased the amount of material used, contributing to significant material savings.

Crystal Light Drink Mix: Stickpack ReplacementManufacturer: Curwood, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Kraft FoodsPlant: Curwood, Incorporated — Oshkosh, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Curwood, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: Less is more, with the new Crystal Light replacement stickpacks. The stickpacks incorporated Curwood’s proprietary opening feature to ensure that the packets are easy for consumers to open and pour.

CVS/pharmacy® — Scented Epsom SaltsManufacturer: Flex Pack USA, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: CVS/pharmacy®Plant: Flex Pack USA, Incorporated — Orlando, FLDesigner/Design Firm: Flex Pack USA, IncorporatedKey Suppliers: Flex Pack USA, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical InnovationPackage Description: Flex Pack USA introduces a unique alternative to resealable pouches. Flex Pack’s proprietary multilayer laminate reduces the material used by about 50 percent and promotes source reduction and sustainability without compromising barrier properties or print quality. By utilizing an angled zipper, the consumer is able to dispense the product at a controlled rate and maintain the resealability they desire. Benefits include greater customer satisfaction, brand revitalization and careful consideration of the environmental impact that packaging has.

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Deli-Snap!™ Stand-up Reclosable TrayManufacturer: Sealed Air Corporation, Cryovac Food PackagingEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Information not availableDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Mullinix Packages, Tray-PakCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: Sealed Air’s Cryovac® brand Deli-Snap!™ Tray offers reclosable features that keep the product fresh, while the design makes it easy for the consumer to access the product without the mess associated with other reclosable formats.

Dole Bagged Salad Products with Bemis EZ Peel® Opening FeatureManufacturer: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint DivisionEnd User/Customer: Dole Fresh Vegetables, IncorporatedPlant: Bemis Flexible Packaging- Milprint Division, Oshkosh, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Tom Keyser, Baker AssociatesKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: Dole salad products, incorporating Bemis EZ Peel® opening technology, deliver fresh salad and consumer convenience in one innovative package. The package incorporates a clear window and anti-fog technology to ensure an inviting view of the product. Increased film stiffness provides the consumer with the “feel” a packaged salad product should have. These packaging features, along with Dole’s graphic re-design and Salad Guide create an unbeatable combination of innovation and shelf appeal.

Easy-Open TrackManufacturer: Rollprint Packaging Products, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Pactiv CorporationPlant: Rollprint Packaging Products, Incorporated — Addison, ILDesigner/Design Firm: Rollprint Packaging Products, Incorporated, Pactiv CorporationKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Easy-Open Track offers Hefty® Slide-Rite® customers with an improved filling and opening feature. It’s clever use of physics and chemistry ensures that manufacturers can quickly and efficiently load heavy products without risking damage to the slider. At the same time, the consumer’s opening experience is enhanced through a controlled easy peel followed by the reclosability advantages of Hefty® Slide-Rite®.

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Eight O’Clock CoffeeManufacturer: Sonoco Flexible Packaging End User/Customer: Eight O’Clock CoffeePlant: Sonoco Flexible Packaging — Waco, TX and Franklin, OHDesigner/Design Firm: Doug Frost Key Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing Achievement Package Description: Manufacturers are looking for new ways to apply a coupon on a flexible package. By using Sonoco’s inside printing technology, we can print any coupon and UPC code for the consumer to redeem after purchase. Manufacturers do not need to worry about the coupon falling off in distribution as our process is buried in the lamination.

Enduro™ Composite Self-Opening BagManufacturer: Exopack, LLCEnd User/Customer: Mars CanadaPlant: Sibley, IADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Stewarts of AmericaCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Exopack Enduro™ Composite Self-Opening Bag is a fine example of how the virtues of paper and plastic can be melded into a superior package. The print is fully protected from scuffing and abrasion. The package does not require any new filling equipment and incorporates renewable materials into its design. All of this is achieved with a significant cost advantage when compared to all plastic alternatives.

Eukanuba Naturally Wild FFSManufacturer: Exopack, LLC End User/Customer: Procter & Gamble — EukanubaPlant: Tomah, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Lander & AssociatesKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing Achievement Package Description: The Eukanuba Wild Kingdom FFS package is an outstanding example of how flexographic printing can be used to achieve rotogravure quality but still provide the flexibility for short run SKUs.

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Exopack Rave™ Gen 2 Slider Zipper Multi-Wall BagManufacturer: Exopack, LLC End User/Customer: Mars PetcarePlant: Spartanburg, SCDesigner/Design Firm: Information not available Key Suppliers: PactivCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Exopack Rave™ Gen 2 Slider Zipper Multi-Wall Bag has been redesigned to incorporate the latest Pactiv Slide-Rite zipper technology. By improving the zipper track to withstand the filling charge, the bag’s internal easy-open heat seal was eliminated. This provided the opportunity for a substantial material reduction and improved production efficiencies.

Fisher Baking NutsManufacturer: Clear Lam Packaging, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: John B, Sanfilippo & Sons, IncorporatedPlant: Clear Lam Packaging, Incorporated — Elk Grove Village, ILDesigner/Design Firm: Clear Lam Packaging, Inc.Key Suppliers: NatureWorks, LLCCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: The new Fisher Baking Nuts package is designed to create a minimal environmental impact. The new material delivers all of the oxygen barrier requirements for extended shelf life. The package is produced from renewable raw material that is generated using a manufacturing process that requires half the energy of traditional petroleum based plastics and emits 52 percent less greenhouse gas emissions of traditional plastics.

FridgePouch to GoManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Coca-Cola North AmericaPlant: Printpack, Incorporated — Zapopan, JaliscoDesigner/Design Firm: Amy Whiteman Sherrill, Roberto NunezKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: The FridgePouch saves valuable storage space in retail locations and makes it easy for consumers to store and pour liquids. Its ergonomic spout style, as well as its optimized handle design and placement, make filling, carrying, and pouring from the pouch easy and comfortable. Customers may also save in shipping costs and energy usage. Furthermore, the FridgePouch’s wide design allows for excellent stability when filled, as well as ample space for high-impact graphics.

Hershey’s 30 ct Snack Size Assortment, 300gManufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd User/Customer: Hershey Foods CorporationPlant: American Packaging Corporation — Story City, IADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Southern Graphics SystemsCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: The use of flexographic digital plates was an excellent decision for The Hershey Company to illustrate its high quality product image on a short run, seasonal product line. The eye-catching design combined with superior graphic reproduction creates a finished package that has exceptional shelf presence with the goal of capturing consumer’s attention.

Hill’s Pet Treats Stand-up PouchManufacturer: Sonoco Flexible PackagingEnd User/Customer: Hill’s Pet NutritionPlant: Sonoco Flexible Packaging — Franklin, OH and Terrebonne, QuebecDesigner/Design Firm: Pat PellizzaroKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: This product replaces existing packaging. The Hill’s Pet Treats product line was expanded from two bone treat flavors and two sizes, to a family of products with multiple designs and sizes, and all new high impact graphics.

KAO John Frieda Sheer Blond Tri-PackManufacturer: Label TechnologyEnd User/Customer: KOA Brands — John Frieda HaircarePlant: Label Technology — Merced, CADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: The KOA John Frieda Sheer Blond Tri-Pack is a beautiful promotional packette set that demonstrates the highest level of flexographic printing execution. The design includes challenging flesh tones, hair color and facial detail that is critical to product identity. This tri-pack includes samples of shampoo, conditioner and a targeted coupon all incorporated into one efficient and aesthetically pleasing piece.

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Kaytee Bird FoodManufacturer: Clear Lam Packaging, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Kaytee Products, IncorporatedPlant: Clear Lam Packaging, Incorporated — Elk Grove Village, ILDesigner/Design Firm: Clear Lam Packaging, IncorporatedKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: Clear Lam’s proprietary Expanded Gamut XG printing delivers rotogravure quality with the economies of flexographic printing. With the flexibility of running several items together on the same press run, a premium consistent look across the product line is achieved. Clear Lam XG printing provides more brilliant photo images and enhanced vibrant colors creating greater depth, contrast and saturation. The on-shelf result is an aesthetically appealing package to the consumers’ eye.

Kiolbassa Kielbasa in Form-Tite® Thermoform-Shrink PackagingManufacturer: Curwood, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Information not availableDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Curwood, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: Kiolbassa Provision Company cut its kielbasa packaging costs by 30 percent while improving package aesthetics and sustainability with Curwood’s proprietary Form-Tite® packaging. Filled and sealed on high-speed thermoform-shrink equipment, the new rollstock-based packaging replaces shrink bags run on rotary chamber equipment. Shrinkable top and bottom webs are used to create tightly wrapped packages with better clarity and gloss and less waste than shrink bags. The package’s 7-color printing plus lacquer delivers superior shelf presence without scuffing or scratching.

KP Rich Value AttaManufacturer: Flex America IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Cryogenic Food Processing Pvt. Ltd.Plant: UFlex Ltd. — Noida, IndiaDesigner/Design Firm: Uflex Ltd.Key Suppliers: Uflex Ltd.Competition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: This is a classic example of using flexible packaging bags instead of large gunny bags normally used to package atta (wheat flour). The package provides protection against moisture and oxygen thereby increasing the shelf life of the product. High quality graphics are achieved by using specially designed inks which are scuff and heat resistant.

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Lance, Incorporated’s Cape Cod® Potato Chips in Printpack’s OTM™ StructureManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Lance, IncorporatedPlant: Printpack, Incorporated — Villa Rica Snacks, Villa Rica, GADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: The OTM™ Structure is an improvement over previous structures used in the snack market. Not only were the desired seal strength and barrier achieved, but reduction of raw materials, improved machinability and improved quality control testing were developed for this structure; thereby reducing the limitations placed on regional chip manufacturers in terms of marketability and distribution.

Land O’Frost® Bistro Favorites™ Black Label Packages with EZ Peel® Reseal TechnologyManufacturer: Curwood, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Information not availableDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Curwood, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: Curwood’s distinctive EZ Peel® Reseal Tray and Lid System for Bistro Favorites™ premium lunchmeats combines a dramatic improvement in brand impact and convenience, with superior hermetic barrier for the MAP format. The elegant, yet highly functional package features proprietary sealant layers in the forming and non-forming films, delivering a 360° hermetic seal that locks in freshness while creating an effortless peel initiation.

Marie Callender’s Home-Style Creations Manufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd User/Customer: ConAgra FoodsPlant: American Packaging Corporation — Story City, IADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Schawk Minneapolis, Berry PlasticsCompetition Category: Printing Achievement, Technical InnovationPackage Description: This product line extension had many requirements. Superior graphics, microwaveable, metal detection, die-cut membrane to be placed in a pre-set cavity, embossing for improved pick-n-place, and heat sealing. These, along with other objectives, were met with American Packaging’s all plastic lidding and eye-catching graphic reproduction.

Maryland Choc Chip BiscuitManufacturer: Flex America IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Burton’s Food Ltd.Plant: UFlex Ltd. — Noida, IndiaDesigner/Design Firm: Uflex Ltd.Key Suppliers: Uflex Ltd.Competition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: This package is a classical example of technological innovation. The primary requirement of the customer was to increase the productivity from existing conventional machines and design a package which could run on very high speed machines without incurring additional capex cost. This objective was achieved by using a specialized metallized BOPP film, which provides an excellent barrier against moisture and oxygen extending the shelf life of the product.

Morley Candy Chocolate Bar with Exopack BarWrap™ Cold-Seal Replacement FilmManufacturer: Exopack, LLCEnd User/Customer: Morley Candy MakersPlant: Battle Creek, MIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: With the conversion of the Morley Candy Chocolate Bar structure from a cold seal adhesive to Exopack’s BarWrap, the customer has been able to maintain line efficiencies, while improving consumer perception of the package and eliminating the use of latex-based cold seal adhesive. The use of this package also results in significant cost savings and reduced environmental impact.

NESCAFÉ Ahorra PACK Stand-up Pouch, 175gManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Nestle Mexico SA de CVPlant: Printpack Guadalajara — Zapopan, JaliscoDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: This new package is the first of its kind among Nestle’s line of coffees and is an innovative alternative to traditional glass jars. With excellent shelf appeal, it maintains Nescafé’s brand integrity while providing total protection for the product.

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New Age All Naturals™ Steamable Package using Berry Plastics Corporation SteamQuick® HT™Manufacturer: Berry Plastics CorporationEnd User/Customer: Versa Marketing, IncorporatedPlant: Kent, WADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical InnovationPackage Description: This innovative package makes meal preparation simple with microwave steam cooking. The integral hermetic venting feature keeps the food safe during distribution and provides control over steam pressure during the cooking cycle improving food quality.

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Next Generation Print Grade Shrink Film using DuraWrap™ Shrink Film TechnologyManufacturer: Berry Plastics CorporationEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Danville, KYDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical InnovationPackage Description: Berry Plastics Corporation’s DuraWrap™ Shrink Film Technology provides a major reduction in the cost platform for packaging. It features 25 percent film down gauging versus historical designs. Fewer roll changes, less handling, reduced warehouse space and lower transit costs round out the sustainable advantages of this product.

Ovantex®/F Lidstock and Pouching MaterialManufacturer: Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare PackagingEnd User/Customer: Dr. Stefano PAGNUTTI / BioteckPlant: Corporate Plant, Grand Rapids, MIDesigner/Design Firm: Robert LangelandKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: Ovantex®/F is a revolutionary hybrid material for porous lidding and pouching applications. It gives medical device companies more packaging choices, offering better performance over current medical grade papers. Now more devices and packaging configurations can be accommodated in ethylene oxide sterilization. With significant savings compared to nonwoven materials, companies can also easily adjust to cost reduction pressures while maintaining critical properties.


Pack-NettoneManufacturer: Peruplast S.A.End User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Lima, PeruDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Uflex Ltd., OPP Film S.A.Competition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: This product is a preformed pouch, designed to provide novel packaging with great sales appeal, convenience, better preservation of content and low weight. The sophisticated and special construction features prevents counterfeiting of product.

PF 1202Manufacturer: AEP Industries IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Laminating ConvertersPlant: Mankato, MN; Mountaintop, PA; Bowling Green, KY; Chino, CADesigner/Design Firm: AEP Industries IncorporatedKey Suppliers: AEP Industries IncorporatedCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: The high clarity, high performance co-extruded sealant web provides the converter improved efficiencies and offers the end use customer excellent shelf impact for an appealing package. The broad application and outstanding seal strength allows for superior package integrity. This film is FDA approved for food contact. PF 1202 offers an alternative solution to replace more expensive sealant materials and has low seal initiation temperature.

Pro Plan CatManufacturer: Nordenia USAEnd User/Customer: Nestle PurinaPlant: Jackson, MODesigner/Design Firm: CheckMarkKey Suppliers: Siegwerk, Windmoeller & Hoelscher, B&B MAF LPCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: The FlexZiBox is a cube-efficient package that enables Nestle to display important consumer information on five panels. This package also has a reseal tape for the customer to keep the product fresh. Overall, it is an excellent example of what flexible packaging can provide to the pet food market.

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Puncture Resistant PouchManufacturer: Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLCEnd User/Customer: SUPERVALU, Incorporated and Orion Seafood InternationalPlant: Ampac Flexibles — Performance Pouch Group, St. Louis Park, MNDesigner/Design Firm: Orion Seafood InternationalKey Suppliers: Ampac Flexibles, A Division of Ampac Packaging LLCCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: The multi-layer laminate developed by Ampac Flexibles for the Supervalu Arctic Shores packaging was specifically designed to meet the durability and puncture-resistance requirements for the tough-to-package seafood products. The high end matte graphics represented both the brand and the frozen food application.

Purex® Complete 3-in-1™ Laundry SheetsManufacturer: Robbie Manufacturing, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Henkel Consumer Goods IncorporatedPlant: Information not availableDesigner/Design Firm: Keith Cardinal, Joel Faaborg, Brian Houck and Susan Williams, Henkel Design Excellence Group; Radius Design: Structure; Ciulla Design Associates: GraphicsKey Suppliers: Nypro Plastics: Dispenser, Robbie Flexibles: Printed Shrink FilmCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Printing AchievementPackage Description: Robbie created a high clarity 10-color printed package holding exact placement of multiple images without distortion on an irregular shaped package. The light gauge Polyolefin shrink film eliminated the need for sleeves or labels.

Rave™ Composite Pinch BagManufacturer: Exopack, LLCEnd User/Customer: Procter & Gamble — IAMSPlant: Seymour, INDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability Achievement, Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Exopack Rave™ Composite Pinch Bag provides an immediate solution to trade damage concerns. It incorporates the strength of Dartek® nylon into this standard packaging format to give an overall improvement in drop and impact tests.

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Reese’s Peanut Butter Chips, 10 oz.Manufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd User/Customer: Hershey Foods CorporationPlant: American Packaging Corporation, Story City, IADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Vertis CommunicationsCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: When The Hershey Company needed a printer with experience reproducing multiple process illustrations in a wide-web format they contacted American Packaging Corporation. Using a combination of DuPont FAST digital plates, high strength inks and working with Hershey’s prepress supplier, American Packaging was able to provide a superior package that grabs the consumer’s eye.

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Revolution® Food WrapManufacturer: Berry Plastics CorporationEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Calhoun, GADesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: The Revolution® Food Wrap provides a materials reduction of 15 – 25 percent through downgauging versus standard PVC food wrap. This is accomplished by usage of alternative materials and processing technology that elevate the toughness of the film. This new formulation also runs more efficiently during manufacture, leading to lowered waste for disposal.

Reliapeel™ Cereal LinerManufacturer: Berry Plastics CorporationEnd User/Customer: Bag in Box Cereal MarketPlant: Bloomington, INDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Technical InnovationPackage Description: The Reliapeel™ Cereal Liner is an improvement in peelable seal performance. This breakthrough technology improves hot tack and peel seal consistency dramatically, allowing higher line speeds and improved seal quality using VFFS packaging equipment. Reliapeel™ eliminates the limitations that have existed for years with the current peel seal technologies.


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Ruiz BurritosManufacturer: American Packaging CorporationEnd User/Customer: Ruiz BurritosPlant: American Packaging Corporation — Columbus, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: The customer wanted to upgrade their shelf appeal. They switched from Flexographic print to Rotogravure. The detail in the burrito texture and background swirls is much sharper. The modifications to the package and improved ink laydown allow the new items to pop.

Roti Land Uncooked RotiManufacturer: Flex America IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Circle Foods, LLCPlant: UFlex Ltd. — Noida, IndiaDesigner/Design Firm: Uflex Ltd.Key Suppliers: Uflex Ltd.Competition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: The structure of package is 12µ PET / 60µ CO-EX EVOH PE with PTC zipper. This innovative structure has been used to protect the product from getting fungus infected, keeping it fresh for a very long time. A PTC zipper has been provided for consumer convenience, making the package fit for multiple usage. A wicket has been provided for easy dispensing in the retail store. High quality graphics have been obtained in 8 colors with a unique abstract design in matt finish by rotogravure process.


Roll-Fed Season LabelManufacturer: PERUPLAST S.A.End User/Customer: The Coca Cola CompanyPlant: Planta Vulcano — Lima, PerúDesigner/Design Firm: Information not available Key Suppliers: Sigdopack, BIOFILM S.A.Competition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: This laminated label features a holographic metallized BOPP film which greatly enhances the Christmas motif. This, together with vibrant graphics and precise registration, provide a unique and attractive shelf appeal.

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Scotts Recloseable Fertilizer PackageManufacturer: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint DivisionEnd User/Customer: The Scotts CompanyPlant: Bemis Flexible Packaging- Milprint Division, Oshkosh, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Andy Stevenson, Stevensons Photo ColorKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: Scotts’ fertilizer products, incorporating Bemis’ four corner-seal side gusset bags with slider zipper deliver convenient products to the consumer in one innovative package. The package incorporates a slider for easy open and reclose, four corner-seals for cubicle shape creating separate panels for specific information. These packaging features, along with Scott’s graphic re-design create an unbeatable combination of innovation and shelf appeal.

Senseo Gourmet Coffee Pods — Curwood HD Flexo PouchManufacturer: Curwood, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Information not availableDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Curwood, IncorporatedCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: Sara Lee’s Senseo pouches utilize Curwood’s proprietary new HD Flexo print technology to achieve a color range and vibrancy formerly only possible with rotogravure printing. With rich matte finishes, understated metallic highlights and crisp, dimensional imagery, the pouches take full advantage of both material science and HD Flexo technology to communicate the sumptuous pleasure of Senseo gourmet coffees. Curwood’s HD Flexo technology creates the opportunity for brands to cost-effectively achieve upscale graphic effects using fewer inks.

Scotts SG Quad-Seal Grass Seed PackageManufacturer: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint DivisionEnd User/Customer: The Scotts CompanyPlant: Bemis Flexible Packaging — Milprint Division, Oshkosh, WIDesigner/Design Firm: Andy Stevenson, Stevensons Photo ColorKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: Scotts’ Grass Seed products, incorporating Bemis bag making technology, deliver consumer convenience, a press-to-close zipper, increased film stiffness and shelf appeal.

Simple Steps® RDPP packageManufacturer: Sealed Air Corporation, Cryovac Food PackagingEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Sadler’s Smokehouse, Ltd. — Henderson, TXDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Cryovac, Sealed Air Corporation, Southern Champion TrayCompetition Category: Technical Innovation, Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: Simple Steps® RDPP package offers a range of benefits that address sustainability, food safety, efficiency and consumer convenience. The flexibility of RDPP allows the processor to design their own tray shape while protecting and preserving the food within.

Special K Special Edition Assortment PackManufacturer: Exopack, LLCEnd User/Customer: The Kellogg CompanyPlant: Battle Creek, MIDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging ExcellencePackage Description: The Special K Special Edition three box assortment pack utilizes a printed polyolefin shrink film from Exopack as a bundling replacement to its previous carton enclosure. The film, which when sealed provides full enclosure of the product, results in a 25 percent reduction in packaging materials by weight.

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StreamOne™Manufacturer: Rollprint Packaging Products, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Information not availablePlant: Rollprint Packaging Products, Incorporated — Addison, ILDesigner/Design Firm: Rollprint Packaging Products, IncorporatedKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Packaging Excellence, Technical Innovation, Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: StreamOne™ is a 100 percent polyester lidding alternative for demanding applications requiring hermetic seals to CPET, APET and PETG trays. It has the high-end performance of mixed-polymer lid structures but can be recycled in the polyester, number one, recycling stream.

The New YorkerManufacturer: Printpack, IncorporatedEnd User/Customer: Herr Foods IncorporatedPlant: Printpack, Incorporated — Villa Rica I, Villa Rica, GADesigner/Design Firm: Don Cartusciello, Herr Foods IncorporatedKey Suppliers: Information not availableCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: This package is designed to catch the eye of consumers. The small details noticed on the sides of buildings or on the top of boat decks do an amazing job providing the feel of authenticity and drawing in the consumer. The package allows everyone to be a New Yorker while enjoying a truly American snack.

Trident Coho SalmonManufacturer: Nordenia USAEnd User/Customer: Trident Seafoods CorporationPlant: Nordenia USA — Jackson, MODesigner/Design Firm: Krista Cowan, Trident Seafoods CorporationKey Suppliers: Siegwerk, Windmoeller & Hoelscher, Amtopp-Inteplast GroupCompetition Category: Printing AchievementPackage Description: This package is an outstanding example of quality and versatility of flexible packaging. This is a pillow pouch with a reclosable zipper and tear notches for easy opening. The Coho Salmon package is printed with eight-colors on a Roto-gravure press utilizing a matte substrate. The matte substrate provides the customer with a soft appearance and feel. Overall, it is an excellent example of what flexible packaging can provide to the retail frozen food market.

Water PouchManufacturer: Peruplast S.A.End User/Customer: Tropical City Industries IncorporatedPlant: Planta San Luis — Lima, PeruDesigner/Design Firm: Information not availableKey Suppliers: Dow Quimica Argentina S.A., Uflex Ltd.Competition Category: Packaging Excellence, Environmental & Sustainability AchievementPackage Description: This package substitutes the PET bottle and/or the cup and lid. It constitutes a packaging solution as a practical and portable package for drinking water on-the-go, with a convenient spout allowing easy drinking and safe closure without spills. Its proprietary sealing layer formulation does not interact with the water, keeping its neutral flavor unchanged. This flexible alternative is more efficient in transport and warehousing than rigid packaging, contributing to environmental care.

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Accutech Films, Inc.PO Box 115Coldwater, OH 45828tel: 419-678-8700 • [email protected]

Alcan Packaging8770 West Bryn Mawr AvenueChicago, IL 60631tel: 773-399-8000 • fax: 773-399-8648www.alcanpackaging.com

Aluprint S de R.L. de C.V.Eje 120., No. 320., Manzana No. 35Zona Industrial 1a. SeccionSan Luis Potosi, SLP 78090Mexicotel: 524448267300 • fax: 524448267381www.globalpak-usa.com

Amcor Flexibles, Inc.1919 Butterfield RoadMundelein, IL 60060tel: 847-362-9000 • fax: [email protected]

American Packaging Corporation777 Driving Park AvenueRochester, NY 14613tel: 585-254-9500 • fax: [email protected]

AMGRAPH Packaging, Inc.90 Versailles RoadVersailles, CT 06383-0178tel: 860-822-2000 • fax: 860-822-6458www.amgraph.com

Ampac Packaging LLCAmpac Flexibles Division12025 Tricon RoadCincinnati, OH 45246tel: 800-543-7030 • fax: [email protected]/flexibles.php

Appleton Performance Packaging — Films825 E. Wisconsin AvenuePO Box 359Appleton, WI 54912tel: 920-991-7456 • fax: 920-991-7023www.appletonideas.com

Beacon Converters, Inc.Bldg. P-1 Andrea BoulevardPost Office Box 8208Saddle Brook, NJ 07663-8208tel: 201-797-2600 • fax: [email protected]

Belmark, Inc.600 Heritage RoadP.O. Box 5310DePere, WI 54115-5310tel: 920-336-2848 • fax: 920-336-4577www.belmark.com

Bemis Company, Inc.PO Box 29682200 Badger AvenueOshkosh, WI 54903-2968tel: 920-303-7300 • fax: 920-303-7362www.bemis.com

Berry Plastics Corporation1475 Woodfield RoadSuite 700Schaumburg, IL 60173tel: 847-969-3300 • fax: 847-969-3339www.pliantcorp.com

Bryce CorporationPO Box 183384505 Old Lamar RoadMemphis, TN 38118tel: 901-369-4400 • fax: 901-369-5670www.brycecorp.com

CDF Corporation77 Industrial Park RoadPlymouth, MA 02360tel: 800-443-1920 • fax: [email protected]

Celplast Metallized Products Limited67 Commander BoulevardUnit 4Toronto, Ontario M1S 3M7Canadatel: 416-293-4330 • fax: 416-293-9198www.celplast.com

CL&D Graphics1101 W. Second StreetOconomowoc, WI 53066tel: 262-569-4060 • fax: [email protected]

Clear Lam Packaging, Inc.1950 Pratt BoulevardElk Grove Village, IL 60007tel: 847-439-8570 • fax: 847-439-8582www.clearlam.com

CLP Packaging Solutions, Inc.18 Madison RoadFairfield, NJ 07004tel: 973-808-4441 • fax: 973-808-1923www.clp-packaging.com

Coating Excellence International975 Broadway StreetWrightstown, WI 54180tel: 920-996-1900 • fax: 920-996-1905sales@coating-excellence.comwww.coating-excellence.com

Cold Pack System9020 Activity RoadSuite ASan Diego, CA 92126tel: 858-586-0800 • fax: [email protected]

ConAgra Foods, Phoenix Packaging10949 91st Avenue NorthMaple Grove, MN 55369tel: 763 657-8950 • fax: 763 657-8944www.conagrafoods.com

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Constantia Hueck Foils LLC1111 Northpoint BlvdBlythewood, SC 29016tel: 803-404-6581 • fax: 803-404-6582office-us@constantia-hueck.comwww.constantia-hueck.com

Diversapack, LLC1770 The Exchange, SESuite 220Atlanta, GA 30339tel: 770-874-8003 • fax: 770-874-8009www.diversapack.com

Exopack, LLC2800 W. Higgins RoadSuite 435Hoffman Estates, IL 60169tel: 847-885-8884 • fax: [email protected]

FLEX AMERICA INC.14300 Cornerstone Village DriveSuite 121Houston, TX 77014tel: 281-580-4200 • fax: 281-580-4204www.flexfilm.com

Flex Pack USA, Inc.7331 Presidents DriveOrlando, FL 32809tel: 407-857-2883 • fax: [email protected]

Genpak LP285 Industrial Parkway SouthAurora, Ontario L4G 3V8Canadatel: 800-724-2903 • fax: [email protected]

Gibraltar Packaging Group, Inc.5465 N.C. Highway 73PO Box 700Mount Gilead, NC 27306tel: 910-439-6137 • fax: 910-439-9045www.gibpack.com

Glenroy, Inc.Post Office Box 534Menomonee Falls, WI 53052-0534tel: 262-255-4422 • fax: 262-255-4260www.glenroy.com

Graphic Packaging International, Inc.1228 E. Tower RoadSchaumburg, IL 60173tel: 847-884-1200 • fax: 847-781-3366www.graphicpkg.com

Label Technology Inc.2050 Wardrobe AvenueMerced, CA 95341tel: 209-384-1000 • fax: [email protected]

LPS Industries, LLC10 Caesar PlaceMoonachie, NJ 07074tel: 201-438-3515 • fax: [email protected]

Master Packaging6932 South Manhattan AvenueTampa, FL 33616tel: 813-837-1575 • fax: [email protected]

Max Katz Bag Company, Inc.235 S. LaSalle StreetIndianapolis, IN 46201tel: 317-635-9561 • fax: 317-635-3458www.maxkatzbag.com

McNeely Plastics1111 Industrial Park DriveClinton, MS 39056tel: 601-926-1000 • fax: [email protected]

Multifilm Packaging Corporation1040 N. McLean BoulevardElgin, IL 60123tel: 847-695-7600 • fax: [email protected]

Nordenia USA14591 State Highway 177Jackson, MO 63755tel: 573-335-4900 • fax: 573-335-0017www.nordeniausa.com

North State Flexibles, LLC2619 Phoenix DriveGreensboro, NC 27406tel: 336-292-9911 • fax: 336-292-8467www.nsflexibles.com

Northeast Packaging Co.875 Skyway StreetPresque Isle, ME 04769tel: 207-764-6271 • fax: [email protected]

Oliver-Tolas™ Healthcare Packaging445 Sixth Street NWGrand Rapids, MI 49504USAtel: 616-456-7711 • fax: [email protected]

Optimum Plastics, Inc.1188 South Houk RoadDelaware, OH 43015tel: 740-369-2770 • fax: 740-369-1889www.optimumplastics.com

Oracle Flexible Packaging, Inc.220 East Polo RoadWinston-Salem, NC 27105tel: 336-777-5000 • fax: [email protected]

Polymer Packaging, Inc.8333 Navarre Road, SEMassillon, OH 44646tel: 800-260-1446 • fax: [email protected]

Polyrol Inc.114 Barrington Town Square, #115Aurora, OH 44202tel: 330-528-3026 • fax: [email protected]

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Prime Graphics Inc.501 N. Central AvenueWood Dale, IL 60191tel: 630-227-1300 • fax: 630-227-1823moreinfo@primegraphicsinc.comwww.primegraphicsinc.com

Printpack Inc.PO Box 723608Atlanta, GA 31139tel: 404-460-7000 • fax: [email protected]

Robbie Manufacturing, Inc.10810 Mid America AvenueLenexa, KS 66219tel: 913-492-3400 • fax: 913-492-1543www.robbieflexibles.com

Rollprint Packaging Products, Inc.320 S. Stewart AvenueAddison, IL 60101-3310tel: 630-628-1700 • fax: [email protected]

Sealed Air CorporationPost Office Box 464100 Rogers Bridge Road, Building ADuncan, SC 29334tel: 864-433-2000 • fax: 864-433-2185www.sealedair.comwww.cryovac.com

Sealstrip Corporation103 Industrial DriveGilbertsville, PA 19525tel: 610-367-6282 • fax: 610-367-7727www.sealstrip.com

Sonoco Flexible Packaging1 North 2nd StreetHartsville, SC 29550tel: 843-383-7000 • fax: 843-339-6501www.sonoco.com

Southern Film Extruders, Inc.PO Box 2104High Point, NC 27261tel: 336-885-8091 • fax: 336-885-1221www.southernfilm.com

Star Packaging Corporation453 85 CircleCollege Park, GA 30349tel: 404-763-2800 • fax: 404-763-1914www.starpackagingcorp.com

St. Johns Packaging Ltd.80 Moreau StreetSaint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec J2W 2M4Canadatel: 450-349-5871 • fax: [email protected]

Staples Print Solutions3403 Dan Morton DriveDallas, TX 75236tel: 972-225-0200 • fax: 972-225-0249

SunFlex Packagers Inc.2 Commerce DriveCranford, NJ 07016USAtel: 908-709-1500 • fax: 908-709-1525productinfo@sunflexpackagers.comwww.sunflexpackagers.com

Technipaq Inc.975 Lutter DriveCrystal Lake, IL 60014tel: 815-477-1800 • fax: [email protected]

Vitex Packaging Group1137 Progress RoadSuffolk, VA 23434tel: 757-538-3115 • fax: [email protected]

Appendix

Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards and Innovation Showcase

2010

Flexible Packaging association971 corporate boulevard, suite 403 • linthicum, MD 21090 • (410) 694-0800 • www.flexpack.org

Documents

2010 Innovation Showcase