This
report is the definitive source of information for companies that
supply, convert, track or buy flexible packaging. It provides
the most current and historical data on industry sales and production,
current and anticipated profit trends, sales by product category,
capital and expansion plans, mergers and acquisitions, imports
and exports, and projected growth markets.
FINANCIAL
BENCHMARKING REPORTS
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Earnings Report
Participant Members Only
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A
semi-annual report that includes financial balance sheet information
with a primary emphasis on sales, expenses, assets and profitability
performance with year on year as well as prior period comparisons.
Available only to members that participate in the Earnings Survey.
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Operating Ratio Report
Participant Members Only
Not Available
Produced
on an annual basis, this report deals with the collection and
analysis of operational/manufacturing expenses for flexible packaging
manufacturers. This data includes cost component information such
as labor; SG&A; materials and other manufacturing; receivables
aging; capital spending; and inventory turnover. Available only
to members that participate in the Operating Ratio Survey.
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'Pulse of the Industry Report
Member Benefit
Not Available
The focus of the Report is principally short-term, looking at Third Quarter 2009 versus the
second quarter of 2009 and versus the same period a year ago (third quarter 2008). The ‘Pulse of
the Industry’ is intentionally broad scope, examining relative performance for net sales, volume,
profitability, inventory levels, capital spending and capacity utilization. In addition, information is
included to examine expectations for sales and volume performance in the fourth quarter 2009
(versus the most recent period, third quarter 2009).
Market Research
Battelle Sustainability Assessment of Flexible Packaging
Member Benefit
$3,500.00
The Flexible Packaging Association commissioned Battelle for this sustainability study with focus on two primary areas:
Understand the life cycle energy consumption and carbon footprint of flexible packages compared to alternatives, and
Explore the options for management of flexible packages at the end of their useful lives
The energy consumption and carbon footprint assessment was further broken into assessing energy consumption across the life cycle of a package, carbon footprint across the same life cycle, and the potential for energy recovery at package end-of-life through routing of packages to waste-to-energy facilities. The end-of-life assessment examined conditions that promote recycling of flexible packages, and conditions that promote waste-to-energy.
Section 2 of this report presents the life cycle energy and carbon footprint assessment of flexible packaging and alternatives. The case studies used in this assessment are presented in Appendix A of the report. Section 3 of this report presents Battelle's findings on the end-of-life options for
flexible packaging, specifically recycling and waste-to-energy.
FPA Bi-Annual Polyolefin Market Report, March 2010
Member Benefit
Not Available
Prepared exclusively for FPA Members by
Chemical Market Associates, Inc. This Report is not available to non-members.
As part of CMAI's ongoing services for the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA), CMAI has agreed to write a follow up report based on our presentations at the FPA’s Fall and Winter conferences. These presentations and reports are focused on polyolefin resins, the highest volume raw material for the Flexible Packaging Industry.
Polyolefin resins to be covered include
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)
Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE)
Polypropylene
The report focuses on key issues that are expected to drive the evolution of the industry in the near future.
FPA's Sustainable Packaging Report
Member Benefit
$3,500.00
The objectives and scope of this report include:
Developing an understanding of the state of the Sustainable Packaging Movement, including a perspective on the Sustainable Packaging Coalition’s Design Manual,
Wal-Mart’s Scorecard, and other related initiatives
Compiling definitions and terminology related to Sustainable Packaging
Providing an assessment of when, where, and how Sustainable Packaging will impact flexible packaging including details on Wal-Mart’s schedule
Providing an analysis of the Wal-Mart Scorecards including development of a practical primer for FPA members and providing insight and directions for understanding and using the Scorecards
Conducting a top-line survey of select Consumer Product Goods Companies (CPG) on Sustainable Packaging expectations and needs from packaging suppliers
The Impact of Globalization on the U.S. Flexible Packaging Industry
Member Benefit
$3,500.00
The ‘global marketplace’ is a reality, and it will impact the U.S. flexible packaging industry supply chain including converters, as well as equipment and material suppliers. Therefore, FPA commissioned research exclusive to their members to examine the ways in which globalization will impact the U.S. flexible packaging industry and the opportunities created by globalization.
Retail Driven Change: How and Why Retailers Influence
Packaging Decisions
Member Benefit
$3,500.00
The challenge for retailers today is growing their business after a decade of cost cutting and consolidation. The Flexible Packaging Association commissioned this market research report that examines drivers and dynamics in the retail marketplace and their impact on packaging decisions. Packaging is no longer just about cost. Rather, packaging is a key enabler and driver for the retailer. Successful retailers are looking for value-added packaging solutions that do not compromise performance.
The
Impact of Flexible Packaging Imports on the U.S. Flexible Packaging
Industry
Member Benefit
$3,500.00
This
market research report prepared for FPA by Strategic Analysis
Inc. evaluates the impact of imported flexible packaging on the
U.S. flexible packaging industry. The report provides an analysis
of flexible packaging overall and examines the cost structure
of 5 specific flexible packaging structures manufactured in China,
South Korea, and India. Research included secondary data, an FPA
member survey, and 150 field interviews. Over 95% of the information
and analysis provided came from the field research. The Appendix
of the Report includes a detailed cost analysis by country; and
presentations on “Combating Injurious Imports from China,”
and “How U.S Manufacturers Can Compete,” and remarks
from the Assistant U.S Trade Representative on the “Impact
of Imports.”
U.S.
Flexible Packaging Industry and Opportunities for Flexible Packaging
Member Benefit
$3,500.00
A
comprehensive analysis of the $120 billion U.S. packaging industry.
It examines flexible packaging’s position within the total
market and reveal opporuntities to expand flexible packaging’s
share of the market. It explores the major trends, trade-offs
and movments between key packaging segments including flexible,
corrugated, paperboard, glass, metal cans, plastic bottles and
other rigid plastic markets.
Consumer
Preferences in Packaging
Member Benefit
$1,900.00
This
qualitative market research report examines the strengths and
limitations of competitive packaging structures and uncovers opportunities
for flexible packaging structures in key end-use markets.
Flexible
Packaging End-Use Market Analysis
Member Benefit
$1,900.00
This
report pinpoints new growth market opportunities and identifies
the current trends and drivers fueling the expanding flexible
packaging industry
Key
Considerations For Effective Reverse Auctions
Member Benefit
$25.00
Developed
in early 2002, this publication delivers guidance on how to safely
navigate the online reverse auction process.
The
Impact of Electronic Markets On The Flexible Packaging Industry
Member Benefit
$125.00
An
FPA white paper that examines the trends in technology, business
processes and customer expectations with regard to e-commerce,
and gives specific information on how flexible packaging companies
can benefit in this arena.
Marketing & Communications
FPA Sustainable Packaging Toolkit
Member Benefit
Not Available
FPA has developed a “Tool Kit” for its members to use to educate customers and other stakeholders about the Sustainability
Advantages of Flexible Packaging. Included are: The Report on the Sustainability Assessment of Flexible Packaging; The
FPA Case Stories Brochure; The FPA Fast Facts Brochure; The FPA Sustainability and Flexible Packaging Brochure;
Individual Case Stories; The FPA Flex Pack Rap Video; Flexible Packaging: A Sustainable Solution PowerPoint Presentation;
and the FPA sustainability logos.
Describes the key findings of the FPA Sustainability Assessment of Flexible Packaging Research Report developed for FPA by Battelle Memorial Institute.
The brochure addresses the environmental advantages of flexible packaging as well as the value proposition of flexible packaging.
2008-2009 FPA U.S. Flexible Packaging Converter Directory
Member Benefit
$95.00
Includes 438 manufacturers of converted flexible packaging used for retail food and non-food, institutional food and non-food, industrial applications, and as consumer products such as trash bags and storage bags.
Features
the winning entries from the 2009 Flexible Packaging Achievement
Awards. This document also includes
color photographs and full descriptions of each of the entries
from the 2009 Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards competition.
Flexible
Packaging Magazine
Member Benefit
Free to qualified converters
This
monthly publication offers information on industry news and trends,
material and substrate developments, innovations in equipment,
the latest in business management and the FPA Update.
FPA
Glossary of Flexible Packaging Terms
Member Benefit
$95.00
This Glossary includes definitions of 2800 words used in flexible packaging.
An
Industry Takes Shape, The FPA Story 1950 - 2000
Member Benefit
FREE
This
comprehensive volume chronicles 50 years of industry and Association
milestones and offers insights on packaging trends and innovations.
Safety & Human Resources
2008
Industry Compensation Report
Participant Members Only
Not Available
Provides
data on wage and benefits for both hourly and salaried employees
in the flexible packaging industry.
Injury
Incidence Rate Report
Participant Members Only
Not Available
Published
quarterly, this report is used by member companies to evaluate
individual corporate safety programs. Available only to members
that participate in FPA's Safety Survey.
Presentations
from regulators and industry experts, providing regulatory updates
and guidance on managing compliance.
Regulatory
Index
Member Benefit
Not Available
A
quarterly compilation of current regulatory activity pertaining
to the flexible packaging industry.
Aromatic
Amines And Flexible Packaging
Member Benefit
$25.00
A
legal explanation of the approaches taken in the United States
and the European Union to manage the primary aromatic amines issue.
Technology & Manufacturing
Security
Guidelines for Flexible Packaging Manufacturers
Member Benefit
$295.00
The
guidance document for flexible packaging industry that includes
security procedures and practices to protect against risks associated
with supply chain, physical assets, product manufacturing, delivery
and integrity.
Extending
Shelf Life Through Advances in Flexible Packaging (CD)
Member Benefit
$75.00
Includes
technological innovations in flexible packaging materials and
design to extend product shelf life.
FPA
Closure Technologies Session Reprint
Member Benefit
$75.00
Details
and presentations from FPA's Closure Technologies Conference at
CMM 2001.
Association Information
FPA
Report to the Membership
Member Benefit
Free
This
annual report offers a detailed look at the activities and programs
within the Flexible Packaging Association.
Benefits
of FPA Membership Brochure
Member Benefit
Free
A
trifold brochure with brief descriptions of the Flexible Packaging
Association's various programs, initiatives and conferences that
can help your company succeed.
FPA Membership Directory
Member Benefit
Not Available
The
industry’s yellow pages, the Membership Directory is a guide to FPA member companies and key contacts. The directory
lists converters, suppliers, international members, member trade
press, and academic members. It also contains a list of FPA leadership,
committees, and staff, as well as the Association’s mission
and bylaws.
FPA
Industry E-News Bulletin
Member Benefit
Not Available
The
FPA's electronic bulletin with direct links to key industry press
releases.
Anti-Trust
Model
Member Benefit
Not Available
A
14-page booklet providing a broad view of the U.S. Federal Anti-Trust
Laws and guidance for day-to-day conduct.
Sterilization Packaging Manufacturers Council
Sterilization
Packaging Manufacturers Council Standards
Member Benefit
$95.00
The April 2009 edition of the SPMC Standards includes all fifteen
standards.
Designed
to eliminate the confusion created when converters and their
customers use incompatible methods to determine whether a sterile
medical device package meets requirements for packaging quality.
The tests detail the proper methodology to review key quality
factors.
SPMC
Standards:
i. Averge
Peel Strength Value of Flexible Barrier Materials (SPMC 001-96)
ii. Maximum Seal Strength Value of Flexible Barrier Materials
(SPMC 006-96)
iii. Burst
and Creep Package Testing Using Internal Pressurization (SPMC
003-96)
iv. Seal
Integrity Dye Penetration Method (SPMC 004-96)
v. Detection
of Leaks in Heat Seal Packages Internal Pressurization Method
(SPMC 005-98)
vi. Seal
Integrity Visual Seal Inspection Method (SPMC 008-97)
vii. Determining
Porosity of Flexible Packaging Materials: Gurley Densometer
Method (SPMC 007-98)
viii. Coating/
Adhesive Weight Determination (SPMC 009-02)
ix. Linear
Measurement Using Precision Steel Rule (spmc 012-02)
x. Thickness
Measurement of Flexible Packaging Materials (SPMC 013-03)
Standard Specifications:
xi. Dimensional
Tolerances of Sterilizable Pouches (SPMC 010-98)
Standard
Practice:
xii. Preparation
of Flat Bar Heat Seal Specimens of Flexible Packaging Materials
(SPMC 002-96)
xiii. Evaluation
of Chemical Resistance of Printed Inks and Coatings on Flexible
Packaging Materials
(SPMC 014-03)
xiv. Ink
or Coating Adhesion to Flexible Materials Using Tape (SPMC 015-03)
Standard
Guide:
xv. Guide
for Design and Evaluation of Primary Packaging for Medical Products
(SPMC 011-00)
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