Michael Wong Joins Zeller+Gmelin North America as Business Development Manager

Zeller+Gmelin North America, manufacturer and innovator of printing inks, coatings and adhesives, is proud to welcome Michael Wong as its new business development manager in the Western US. In this role, Michael will oversee and manage sales of Zeller+Gmelin UV, LED, dry offset, water-based and conventional inks in California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Northern Nevada.

Fortis Solutions Group Acquires Profecta Labels Inc

Fortis Solutions Group LLC, a leading provider of high-impact printed packaging solutions and a portfolio company of funds managed by Harvest Partners, LP is pleased to announce the acquisition of Profecta Labels Inc based in St-Hubert, Quebec.

Bryce Corp to Expand Operations in Searcy, Create More Than 140 Jobs

Bryce Corp, a leader in the flexible packaging industry, will invest $80 million to expand its operations in Searcy, AR, the company announced. This expansion is part of the company’s five-year strategic growth plan and is expected to grow the company’s asset base, physical footprint and create 142 new jobs in Searcy.

Comexi F2 MP Press Acquired by Geissmann Papier AG

Comexi, a global supplier of solutions for the flexible packaging printing and converting sector, and Geissmann Papier AG, a Swiss company that specializes in the production of flexible packaging, have strengthened their strategic alliance with the acquisition by the Swiss company of a Comexi F2 MP.

Catapult Print & Packaging Plans for Three Nilpeter Press Installations in 2022

One in January, another due in May and a third scheduled for July—That’s the reality for Catapult Print & Packaging in Orlando, FL, as it hits seven total Nilpeter FA-Lines installed since 2018. The three new FA-17 are all 9-color presses, like the previous four, continuing the strategy of “any job, anywhere, on any press.”

Carl Cecil, 1951-2022

Robert Carl Cecil, “Carl,” 70, passed away in early March. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years Patricia, children Jennifer (Matthew Dumas) and Christopher (Kathrine Cecil), and grandchildren Christian and Holden.

John M. Heaford, 1939-2022

John Heaford, founder of JM Heaford, sadly passed away recently. He is survived by his wife Anne, five children, eight grandchildren and one great grandchild.