As a preferred supplier of printing solutions for the tag and label converting industry, REA JET U.S. enjoyed a great time at the 16th Edition of Labelexpo Americas in Chicago in September. Held at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, more than 85 countries were represented as some 16,413 attendees took part in the show which included 487 exhibitors in …
Illinois-Based Citadel Industries Acquired By Green Bay Packaging
Citadel Industries, a manufacturer of custom pressure-sensitive label materials and tapes for industries including construction, medical, retail and direct mail, was recently acquired by Green Bay Packaging Coated Products Operations according to news reports. Products offered by Citadel include film, pattern, and CB (carbonless-backside) liners along with full-coat and self-contained CB liners. Citadel Industries’ founder Jim Boddy said of the …
Forest Products Industry – KyKenKee Inc. Invests $28 Million To Expand
KyKenKee Inc., a producer of hardwoods, Southern Yellow Pine, dimensional lumber and greenscape products located in Vance, AL recently announced it would invest $28.2 million to expand operations. Executives anticipate the expansion will result in more than 70 new employment positions at the family-owned lumber company, which currently employs over 600 people. Previously known as I.L. Burt and Sons, the …
REA JET To Attend 2018 Annual TLMI Meeting In Amelia Island, FL
REA JET U.S. is happy to announce we will be attending the 2018 Annual TLMI Meeting October 14 – 17 in Amelia Island, FL. This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for those in the label converting and supply industries to network with others and not only expand your knowledge, but build new partnerships! The Annual TLMI Meeting is educational and fun, …
Tag And Label – Armor Acquires IP And TTR Business
Armor, a global leader in TTR (thermal transfer ribbon) coating for printing barcode labels and packaging and based in France, recently announced it would acquire the intellectual property (IP) and TTR business of Iconex, headquartered in Cincinnati, OH. Iconex is a leading global supplier of label and receipt solutions. Under a global reseller agreement the two companies signed, Iconex will …