PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, today announced the official launch of its online AI Readiness Benchmark which provides a high-level view of how prepared an organization is to apply AI in real print and packaging workflows.

Calling all innovators! The Pinnacle Awards, the printing industry’s most respected recognition for breakthrough technology, products, and solutions, are now open for entries!

Spartech, a leading manufacturer of engineered thermoplastics and specialty materials, announced the appointment of Kevin Duffy as Executive Vice President, Sales & Marketing reporting directly to Andy Filson, Chief Executive Officer.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation is expanding across the U.S., and textiles are increasingly being discussed as the next major product category for EPR policy action. While most enacted EPR programs today focus on packaging, electronics, batteries, paint, and other consumer goods, textile waste is drawing growing attention due to landfill impacts, limited recycling infrastructure, and rising public pressure for circularity.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation is expanding across the U.S., with seven states now having passed packaging EPR laws and each currently in a different phase of implementation. While program details and covered products (e.g., packaging or printed paper) vary by state, the overall impact is consistent: EPR is increasing the focus on packaging design, material performance, and data reporting requirements across the supply chain.

PRINTING United Alliance, the most comprehensive member-based printing and graphic arts association in North America, is proud to announce that the 2026 Pinnacle Awards program is now open for submissions through April 10, 2026.

The Millcraft Paper Company announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Steen-Macek Paper, a family-owned, independent paper merchant headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The transaction is expected to close on February 28, 2026.

Shipping & Receiving Clerks manage inventory, track incoming and outgoing materials, prepare reports, answer order inquiries, and support warehouse and logistics teams.

Materials Handlers operate forklifts and other powered equipment to move, load, and stack materials safely around people, equipment, and tight production spaces.

Fulfillment Team Members pick materials, prepare and pack orders for shipment, and work with teammates and logistics to meet customer delivery deadlines.