Packaging and Label Gravure Assn. to Cover Competition and Cooperation at 7th Technical Conference

Published: December 31, 2003, By PRESS RELEASE

NEW MADISON, OH, USA—The Packaging Label and Gravure Association reports its Seventh Technical and Operational Conference, "Co-Opetition," is slated for February 18 through 20, 2004, at the Adam's Mark Hotel in Jacksonville, FL, USA. According to the PLGA, the conference plans to feature several sessions, designed with minimal commercial content, including:

• Session 1: Strategic Alliances and Partnerships
  

  An outstanding panel will discuss the need for, as well as the pros and cons of, strategic allliances and partnerships.

• Session 2: Cylinder Bases and Engraving Technology
  

  Will report on factors that are improving "the foundation of our industry."

• Session 3: Environmental Compliance and Technology
  

  This session will outline the regulatory trends facing the packaging and label industry and economic solutions.

• Session 4: Flexo vs. Gravure
  

  The latest update on the economic model and converter experience, with original model introduced in February 2003.

• Session 5: What's New from the Suppliers
  

  Suppliers announce new products and services.

• Session 6: Bench Marking
  

  Learn how your company measures up to the best in waste reduction and productivity improvement.

• Session 7: Inks—The Lifeblood of Our Industry
  

  To cover the latest and greatest in ink development.

Registration fees for the three-day event are:

PLGA Members: $500 (US)
Non-Members: $600

Contact the PLGA for more information about accommodations and the exhibition at 937/996-0328 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Visit the PLGA at plga.com.