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LPIA Announces 2009 LPIA Technical Institute Program

December 19, 2008
PITTSBURGH, Pa.—The Label Printing Industries of America (LPIA) has announced the dates for its third annual LPIA Technical Institute. The program will take place Feb. 22–24, 2009, at the Printing Industries of America in Pittsburgh, Pa.
 
Developed by the members for the members, this program offers real-time tactical insight and direction featuring technical experts who will share their knowledge and impart practical, real-world applications, best practices, and solid solutions.
 
Delve in-depth into issues such as sustainable packaging perspectives from packaging managers; what’s new in the world of substrates; foam labeling and packaging—applying new ideas to an old concept; the latest developments and applications within the industry, as well as an update on the progress of PLA and other bio-polymer based initiatives on labeling and packaging and strategies; inks and coatings; impact of the label on recycling PET containers; digital printing; managing color in the pressroom; freight logistics; Lean/continuous improvement; and the environmental impacts of packaging and labels.
 
For more details on the LPIA Technical Institute, contact Laurie Reynolds at 412-259-1802 or via e-mail at lreynolds@printing.org
 

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