Paper Converting Machine Company (PCMC) is opening a Packaging Innovation Center at its headquarters in Green Bay.
The multi-purpose space covers more than 4700sqft and will serve as a hub for demonstrations, training, education, industry trials, and research and development.
The Packaging Innovation Center will demonstrate an Ion digital printing platform, as well as host a Fusion C flexographic press, Hudson-Sharp Ares 400-SUP stand-up pouch machine, Meridian Elite laser anilox cleaner, and an ELS-MAX inline press. These machines will be available for demonstrations, as well as for hands-on learning and training opportunities.
The centre also showcases tools and supplies for anilox sleeves, plate-mounting, colour proofing, plate and print inspection, sleeve cleaning, and plate sleeves and tapes.
Rodney Pennings, PCMC’s director of sales – printing, coating and laminating, said, ‘We’re excited to be able to welcome printing and converting customers into our facility to experience our innovations first-hand. Our new Packaging Innovation Center is a vision that we’ve had for several years, and it’s rewarding to see it finally be completed.’
Scott Romenesko, PCMC’s director of sales – bag converting, added, ‘The Packaging Innovation Center will allow Hudson-Sharp customers to complete trials in person on our equipment. It will be a valuable tool for our customers as they evaluate the best equipment to meet their needs.’
An open house and ribbon-cutting ceremony will be held in the spring of 2022. Additional partnerships and educational events will be announced in the coming months.
