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Fall Technical Conference

Experience the Excitement

Of VIVA FLEXO VEGAS at FALL TECHNICAL CONFERENCE 2024 with INFOFLEX.

Event Highlights

Passion, praise, commitment and innovative thinking were all displayed at FTA’s 2024 Fall Technical Conference With INFOFLEX. Hundreds of attendees considered it a must-attend family affair.

Talk. Engage. Learn. Take the Next Step

“Printing by the numbers is what helps flexo grow profits and appeal to global brands,” stated Dr. John Anderson, Fall Technical Conference chair, in his opening remarks. “FTA is a family, united by shared interests. Tap into the wealth of knowledge in this room—it’s incredible!”

From Oct. 7-9, 230 flexographers gathered at The M Resort, with 40% identifying as printers or converters. Core topics included sustainability, color management, process control, automation, standardization, collaboration, and training the next generation of workers.

Attendees asked questions, offered solutions, and shared advice, continuing their discussions at INFOFLEX. Over 30 exhibitors participated, creating a dynamic networking space focused on collaboration.

Recyclable Solutions

Mike Ferrari emphasized that only 50% of waste is recycled. He called for a disruptive solution to manage waste that ends up in landfills.

Running to Numbers

Steve Smiley urged standardizing variables with SOPs to streamline production, reduce waste, and enhance sustainability. “Get your press set up right and print consistently.”

Everything About Color

Catherine Haynes stressed the importance of color management, starting with setting clear aims and measuring throughout the process. Keith Nagle highlighted the need for precision in handling visual expectations.

Selling Sustainability

Adam Peek underscored the role of sustainability in sales. “Selling is about influencing change, starting with honesty and creativity.”

Partnership & Collaboration

Brand owners like Alissa Anderson of Hormel Foods stressed the importance of partnership between printers and suppliers, noting that communication and collaboration are crucial for advancing sustainability and innovation.

Editor’s Note: FTA’s 2025 Fall Technical Conference With INFOFLEX is set for Orlando, FL, Sept. 21-23. Mark your calendar. Plan to be there. This article can be read in full in the November issue of FLEXO Magazine. 

“Converters today have to proactively provide brands with cost savings attributable to improved efficiencies that add to the sustainability dialogue. “
Steve Smith
Principal Consultant at Miraclon
“Selling is one of the most noble professions in the world. My Dad told me, ‘Nothing starts until somebody sells something.’ Cylinders don’t start turning. Ink does not get mixed. Plates don’t get made.”
Adam Peek
Fall Technical Conference Keynote Speaker
“Being new to the industry, this is my very first conference experience. Sessions have been amazing. I have filled up four notebooks with notes. Every speaker and every presentation has been engaging. What an experience! I am so glad I came.”
Rebecca Hope
Southern Champion Tray
“Fewer steps equal fewer points of failure.”
David Smith
From Cyber Graphics, on LED plate setting
“Workflow tags are your global communications space. Control points are specific to the individual departments.”
Kim Madigan
Madigan Printing