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CPGs to OEMs in Tariff Era: Be Transparent, Meet Us Halfway
As tariff uncertainty drives costs and confusion, CPGs are pulling back on packaging equipment investments. Industry leaders call for transparency, risk-sharing, and smarter contracts to navigate the new normal.
June 3, 2025
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Business
Adjusting to Uncertainty Around Tariffs
PMMI provides resources to help navigate the shifting winds of international trade.
May 6, 2025
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Business
What April 1 Tariffs Mean for OEM Imports
New reciprocal tariffs announced on April 1 will have broad implications for OEMs, suppliers, and end users in the packaging and processing supply chain, according to PMMI.
April 3, 2025
A 10% baseline tariff will apply to all imports, with country-specific increases taking effect April 9—even for Free Trade Agreement partners.
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The Importance of Emotional Intelligence
A Packaging and Processing Women’s Leadership Network webinar discussed embracing and understanding emotional intelligence. Here is an overview of the discussion.
February 3, 2025
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Business
U.S. Plans Feb 1 Tariffs on Canadian and Mexican Imports
President Trump announced a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican products as part of a broader review of U.S. trade policies in a move that could impact packaging and processing machinery manufacturers.
January 22, 2025
New tariffs on North American Neighbors
Management
Pactiv Evergreen Acquired by Novolex for $6.7 Billion
Novolex announced the acquisition of Pactiv Evergreen, which will enhance its food and beverage packaging capabilities with over 250 brands and 39,000 combined SKUs.
December 9, 2024
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Management
Five Key Trends Impacting Manufacturing per Deloitte
As the manufacturing industry continues to navigate uncertain business conditions, fluctuating interest rates, and record investment, Deloitte's 2025 Manufacturing Outlook identifies five trends that will shape the manufacturing sector this year.
November 20, 2024
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Management
The Core Principles and Elements of Business Continuity Planning
Supply chain and regulatory issues, cybersecurity, and your people and assets should all figure prominently in your plans for risk management.
August 14, 2024
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Management
Investment Announcements in Mexico Poised to Boost Packaging Machinery Demand
CPG Companies including Unilever, Heineken, Merck, and more have major investment plans for the Mexican market, signaling a potential rise in packaging machinery demand ahead.
August 1, 2024
As companies across packaging and processing sectors place investments in Mexico, the country may see an increase in packaging machinery demand.
Management
What Mexico’s CPGs Want in Their Packaging Machinery Investments
Mexican CPG companies consider several aspects of price, post-sale service, and flexibility when making packaging machinery purchasing decisions.
July 29, 2024
Surveyed CPGs say price is the top priority in purchasing decisions, but delivery times and after-sale services also play a significant role.
PMMI News
Four New PMMI Programs To Take Advantage of Today
A message from PMMI President and CEO Jim Pittas on the latest PMMI programs approved by the Board of Directors.
May 28, 2024
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Management
CT PACK Opens New U.S. Headquarters to Service North American Market
CT PACK’s new headquarters will allow it to quickly provide services for North American customers and collaborate with partnering companies under one roof.
May 23, 2024
CT PACK's new U.S. headquarters is strategically located near key U.S. clients and Chicago's O'Hare International Airport.
Management
Mondi Cuts Supply Chain Emissions with Alberta Pulp Mill Purchase
Packaging and paper supplier Mondi’s purchase of a Canadian pulp mill will integrate its paper bag operations in the Americas.
March 22, 2024
Hinton Pulp mill can currently produce about 250,000 metric tons of pulp annually, and Mondi has plans for further investment.
OEM Profiles
Robopac USA’s End-of-Line Advantage
The company listens to the voice of the customer to drive R&D innovation across a range of case packers, palletizers, stretch wrappers, and laser guided vehicles.
January 22, 2024
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Management
Top 5 of 2023 – No. 4: Garrido Printing Equipment, a Family Story
Join us as we look back at OEM's most popular articles of 2023. In No.4, we revisit how the maker of shrink wrap and bagging equipment built a business from scratch on a foundation of providing the best overall experience for its customers.
January 2, 2024
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Business
Top 5 of 2023 – No. 5: Understanding the Basics of the Business of Manufacturing
Join us as we look back at OEM's most popular articles of 2023. No.5 looks at how learning how money flows through an organization is important to a successful career in the industry.
January 2, 2024
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Business Intelligence
End User Sectors Vary in U.S. Packaging Machinery Purchase Trends
Packaging Machinery Purchase trends vary by sector, with industries like beverage and pharma showing greater production expansion than others.
December 8, 2023
The pharma sector holds the highest production expansion investment levels in 2023, with several large manufacturers announcing investments in the billions.
Business Intelligence
Predictive Maintenance to Bridge the Packaging Skill Gap
Predictive maintenance can help machine builders better allocate resources and even bring in new revenue streams.
November 29, 2023
Predictive maintenance can help machine builders spot issues before failure and allocate resources accordingly.
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