Paperboard Packaging Council to host annual Technical and Production Forum in Springfield, MA, June 28-29

SPRINGFIELD, MA, May 18, 2011 (Press Release) - From June 28-29, 2011, the Paperboard Packaging Council (PPC) will conduct its annual Technical and Production Forum at PPC headquarters in Springfield, MA. In this instructional workshop, industry experts will provide insight into technical best practices and innovations via cutting-edge presentations, educational demonstrations, and revealing discussions. The breakthrough strategies presented at the workshop will help operations personnel, plant managers, technical directors, and department leaders to make the most informed choices-and leverage the tools needed-to make their business grow and succeed.

Topics to be explored in-depth include:

• Make-ready reduction... simplified!
• Food safety and packaging: what you need to know
• How to make your boxes run better at a customer's plant
• Are you ready for the digital revolution?
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) review
• Best practices panel in sheeting
• Pre-Break Task Force update
• A plant tour

"This event is designed to encompass a vast array of educational best practices," said Ben Markens, president of PPC. "We're excited to offer our attendees the chance to network, discuss current innovations, and learn about the most up-to-date technical advancements with their fellow experts in the paperboard packaging industry.