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AF&PA Supports Congressional Engagement on European Union Deforestation Regulation

Over the Wire

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Thursday, March 28, 2024 - Member
Cristini
American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) President and CEO Heidi Brock commended bipartisan U.S. Senate efforts urging the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to engage with the European Commission on the challenges of European Union Deforestation-free Regulation (EUDR):
 
Empowering Women and Being the Employer of Choice
Throughout March, Sylvamo is celebrating women around the world who are an essential part of the company.  
 
Huggies® And Bright Horizons® Pilot New Program To Divert Waste From Landfills And Convert Waste-To-Energy In Local Boston Communities
Kimberly-Clark's U.S. Huggies® Brand and select Bright Horizons™ child care centers throughout Boston are teaming up on a new pilot program that aims to offset the environmental impact of used diapers and wipes going to landfill by turning it into electricity, heat or fuel through a process known as Waste-to-Energy.
 
ANDRITZ Wins 2024 Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award
International technology group ANDRITZ is the winner of the 2024 Microsoft Intelligent Manufacturing Award in the category “Disrupt!”, which recognizes solutions that have the potential to fundamentally transform value chains.
 
Dryer Cylinder Bearing Failures? Beat the Heat with TL-Series Bearings from NSK.
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EU Hails Biotech & Biomanufacturing as ‘Most Promising Tech Area of the Century’ as Sector’s Innovation Leaders Meet in Brussels
The European Commission released a communication on ‘Boosting biotechnology and biomanufacturing in the EU’. The publication was a positive sign for the members of the Circular Choices coalition, a group of 20 EU trade associations representing providers of renewable products and energy solutions – wood, fibre-based, paper, products and packaging, bioenergy industries – supported by EU forest owners and managers.
 
Lubrication Engineers
Market Roundup
AF&PA Releases February 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly Report
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its February 2024 Printing-Writing Monthly report.
 
AF&PA Releases February 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly Report
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) released its February 2024 Packaging Papers Monthly report.
 
Merichem Company
Pulp & Paper
Koehler Group to Use Power from Its Own Wind Turbines
As a manufacturer of specialty paper, Koehler Group is involved in an energy‐intensive industry and is keenly aware of its responsibility towards the environment and the cli‐ mate. With this in mind, the company has been investing in renewable energy generation for over twenty years, setting up a second division of the business, Koehler Renewable Energy, over a decade ago to focus on this area.
 
Mystery of Curling Paper Solved
Although mankind has been using paper for at least 2,000 years, it still presents us with one or two mysteries. For example, it was previously unknown why paper printed on one side using inkjet printing starts to curl up after a few hours to days, even if it was flat after printing and drying.
 
Mondi Expands Professional Printing and Converting Papers Portfolio from its Slovak Mill
Mondi, a global leader in the production of sustainable packaging and paper, recently put a new slitting and rewinding unit into operation at its Slovak paper mill in Ružomberok. The equipment allows for an extended capacity in narrow reels thus complementing Mondi’s portfolio offering.
 
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Containerboard/Packaging
DS Smith Launches Shop.able Carriers Recyclable Box Solution for Transporting Groceries
Shop.able Carriers, a line of recyclable, reusable boxes for supermarkets that replaces plastic shopping bags, are now available to deliver consumers a more sustainable and convenient packaging solution for everyday grocery shopping.
 
Metsä Board Will not Invest in the Kaskinen Folding Boxboard Mill
Metsä Board announced on 15 September 2022 that it will start pre-engineering for a new folding boxboard mill in Kaskinen, Finland. The pre-engineering phase included technical design, design of infrastructure and logistics solutions, tendering for the main equipment as well as financial analysis of the project.
 
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New Products
Bio-Fleet is an Economical, Environmentally-Friendly Hydraulic Fluid for Dirty or Wet Applications
Renewable Lubricants introduces ultimately biodegradable Bio-Fleet™ Hydraulic Fluids which perform like synthetics but are economical enough for frequent oil change environments due to contaminants. These patented formulations meet or exceed common performance protocols including Vickers M-2950-S, Vickers 1-286-5, U.S. Steel 126, and U.S. Steel 127.
 
Archroma Launches Cartaseal OGB F10, a Superior PFAS-Free Barrier Coating for Oil and Grease Applications
Archroma, a global leader in specialty chemicals towards sustainable solutions, announces the launch of the latest innovation in their Cartaseal® portfolio, Cartaseal® OGB F10.
 
Bundle a Range of Bottles with a Fiber-Based Multi-Pack Solution
EnduraGrip™ is a fiber-based clip solution for bundling bottles and jars in a range of shapes, sizes, weights and multipack configurations. It is engineered for durable and comfortable handling while providing a fully printable surface for crisp, vibrant graphics. EnduraGrip™ enables brands to transition from plastic clips to a recyclable paperboard alternative.
 
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Sustainability
PulPac’s Dry Molded Fiber Coffee Lids Now in Cafés in Gothenburg
The citizens of Gothenburg can now enjoy their takeaway coffee from the da Matteo café chain with a completely new type of responsibly produced fiber-based coffee lid. Gothenburg-based da Matteo, synonymous with authentic coffee experiences, has joined forces with PulPac to offer its customers a new type of sustainably produced fiber-based lids for takeaway coffee and other hot drinks.
 
Solenis Releases New Sustainability Report Highlighting Commitment to Environmental Excellence and Innovation
Solenis, a leading global producer of specialty chemicals used in water-intensive industries, has released its annual Sustainability Report. The report summarizes the progress toward the company’s environmental stewardship and social responsibility and governance (ESG) goals for the 2023 fiscal year. The report is available to download at www.solenis.com/en/sustainabilityreport.
 
More LEGO® Boxes in Europe and Asia to Contain Paper-Based Bags
The LEGO Group aims to make all its packaging from more sustainable materials. As part of this ambition, the company is phasing out single-use plastic in LEGO boxes and replacing plastic pre-pack bags with new bags made with paper from Forest Stewardship Council certified forests and FSC-controlled wood.
 
Ethisphere Names International Paper as One of the 2024 World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 18th Time
International Paper (NYSE: IP), a global producer of sustainable packaging, pulp and other fiber-based products, received the 2024 World's Most Ethical Companies® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices.
 
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People
FRA Announces Interim President
The Board of Directors of the Forest Resources Association (FRA) has named Tim O’Hara Interim President. Mr. O’Hara succeeds Keith Gray, who has resigned from his position as President of the Association. 
 
Arne Asplund Mechanical Pulping Award 2024
The Arne Asplund Mechanical Pulping Award 2024 has been granted Professor Thomas Granfeldt.
 
Chris Cummings Joins Vanguard Companies as Executive Vice President of Sales
Vanguard Companies founded in 1975, is a leading designer and manufacturer of retail point-of-purchase (POP) displays, retail packaging, industrial packaging, and fulfillment services. Vanguard is pleased to announce the appointment of Chris Cummings as the new Executive Vice President of Sales. 
 
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Long Island Power Authority
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Rochester, Minnesota
 
Computational Biologist/Senior Computational Biologist, Human Genetics
Calico Life Sciences
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TAPPI’s Tissue Division Hosts 2024 Yankee Dryer Safety and Reliability Committee Spring Meeting
Safe, reliable operating and maintenance practices addressed during key event
 
New TAPPI Webinar: Surface Engineering of Cellulose Nanocrystals for Sustainable Bioproduct Development
Register now to guarantee a seat for this April 9 webinar. There is no cost to attend.
 
Safety Professionals: Registration is Open for PPSA’s Annual Safety and Health Conference
You need to be in St. Petersburg, FL this June, too!
 
Get Rolling with Tissue 101 and Tissue 201 Courses in May
Combine two essential Tissue Courses to create a comprehensive week-long program
 
Discover How Wet End Chemistry Can Change or Create New Paper Products
Explore innovations in enzymes, biological control, injection systems and more at TAPPI’s Wet End Chemistry Course
 
TAPPISAFE Expands Safety Education with OSHA Training Courses
New courses help manufacturers and other organizations elevate their safety programs
 
Lokendra Pal to Keynote TAPPI’s 16th Advanced Coating Symposium
Innovative leader highlights pathways in bio-based packaging