Article in Pet Age Magazine Says Flexible Packaging Protects, Appeals to Consumers

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/01/2022 -- LPS Industries, Moonachie NJ, (www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, has published an article in Pet Age Magazine advising pet-food manufacturers to strongly consider flexible packaging for their products.

Paul Harencak, Vice-President of LPS Industries, stated in the article, "While the product manufacturers focus on what is in the container, the container itself can easily affect the product inside and the consumers' perception of the product. If the packaging is high quality, it will not only protect the food inside, but it will also entice the consumer into purchasing it."

In the article, Mr. Harencak discusses multi-layered laminates and high puncture resistant films. He also says, "Flexible packaging allows for many different bag structures including a plain bag, a pouch with see-though windows, bottom and side gussets for greater fill volume of pet food."

Other points raised in the piece regarding flexible packaging in the article include:
- Improvements in reseal-ability.
- Visual appeal.
- Longer shelf-life; and
- Environmental benefits

Mr. Harencak concludes by saying, "The trends we see in the pet food market for flexible packaging are identical to the trends we see in the broader marketplace. Consumers want packaging that protects the contents from the outside world, is easy to use and is sustainable. Producers are responding to these consumer demands by making those demands their own. They, too, benefit from things like a longer shelf-life and greater visual appeal. The packaging industry is meeting these demands. As these demands evolve, so will the business strategies of the packaging manufacturers."

LPS Industries has worked with many high-volume consumer pet food manufacturers of freeze-dried, dry, or dehydrated pet food by supplying pet food flexible packaging in custom barrier pouches and resealable polyethylene bags with custom laminated roll stock and zipper profiles that can ensure pet products are fresh, safe, and attractive to customers by maximizing the shelf life of products.

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics, and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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LPS Receives Gold Award for Printing, Silver Award for Shelf Impact

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 04/06/2022 -- LPS Industries, (www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, has won the Flexible Packaging Association's Gold Achievement Award in Printing of its laminated material for a pouch for the beauty supply firm, Sarkli-Repechage. The same pouch received a Silver Achievement Award for Shelf Impact.

Paul Harencak, Vice President of LPS Industries, said, "We are extremely happy to receive the recognition of the FPA for our work. We are pleased to have won that recognition in two distinct categories for the same product. It speaks to the high quality of our work."

He added, "Our client, Sarkli-Repechage, came to us to create a laminate for the Repechage® Vita Cura® B3 Lifting Mask. We needed to create a functional pouch that had a luxurious look consistent with their product.

"We tested at LPS and at Repechage to ensure our product withstood the aging tests and didn't leak. We also worked in concert with their lab to conduct round-robin testing. We sent die line art for their approval to ensure every detail of the image was correct. The result is a pouch with upscale salon shelf appeal and outstanding detailed printing with gold layered tones."

He credits LPS Industries' talented in-house graphics and printing departments for much of the success of the product. "Using an 8-color wide print press we make and mount of own plates, so we control every aspect of the printing to finest of detail."

Using a laminated structure of film adhesive and foil, LPS created a pouch with finely layered gold tones and a gold flood coat. Distinct color separation and clean detailed lines with a reflective center image added to the luxurious look of the pouch.

Mr. Harencak concluded, "Winning these awards as part of the 66th Annual Flexible Packaging Achievement Awards Competition not only recognizes the exceptional work we have done in the past, but it also encourages us to do even more in the future. We look forward to the 67th Annual Competition."

The FPA stated that there were more than 100 packaging products nominated. Since some products were nominated in more than one category, there were a total of 325 entries for this year's award. In the end, 27 products took home 43 achievement awards.

About the Flexible Packaging Association (FPA)
The Flexible Packaging Association is the voice of the U.S. manufacturers of flexible packaging and their suppliers. The association's mission is connecting, advancing, and leading the flexible packaging industry. Flexible packaging represents over $34 billion in annual sales in the U.S. and is the second-largest, and one of the fastest-growing segments of the packaging industry. Flexible packaging is produced from paper, plastic, film, aluminium foil, or any combination of those materials, and includes bags, pouches, labels, liners, wraps, roll stock, and other flexible products.

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics, and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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LPS Passes ISO 9001:2015 Surveillance Audit; Company Has Maintained ISO Certification for Over a Decade.

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 03/10/2022 -- LPS Industries, Moonachie NJ, (https://www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, has been recertified to the latest ISO standards having passed the ISO 9001:2015 surveillance audit. The company has maintained an ISO certification for more than a decade and earned the most current ISO 9001:2015 certification in 2021.

Madeleine Robinson, the CEO of LPS Industries, said, "This recertification is a significant event as it underscores the success of our strategic plan that dates from the early 2000s. At that time, we decided we needed to ensure that LPS Industries had the ability to provide products to our customers that consistently meet their statutory, regulatory, and business requirements. The ISO certifications we have earned over the years are, in our opinion, the most effective way to demonstrate that to our customers. It also gives us benchmarks for maintaining high-quality flexible packaging products in an ever-changing market."

As part of the Company's certification program, LPS Industries is subject to yearly audits for maintaining strict procedures and protocols to ensure a compliant quality system.

Ms. Robinson also said, "We were pleased to see that our system met and exceeded the current ISO 9001:2015 certification standards in the latest audit. We look forward to building upon this success and serving our customers to the best of our abilities."

About ISO
ISO is an independent, non-governmental international organization with a membership of 167 national standard bodies.

Through its members, it brings together experts to share knowledge and develop voluntary, consensus-based, market-relevant International Standards that support innovation and provide solutions to global challenges.

About ISO 9001:2015
ISO 9001:2015 specifies requirements for a quality management system when an organization:

a) needs to demonstrate its ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, and

b) aims to enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for improvement of the system and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

All the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 are generic and are intended to be applicable to any organization, regardless of its type or size, or the products and services it provides.

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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Communicate, Act Now, Source Domestically, Cut Waste

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 10/18/2021 -- LPS Industries, a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, is successfully coping with the backlog of container ships at US ports. The company has faced challenges in securing sufficient raw materials, arranging for its logistical needs, and getting products to clients in a timely way. Most of American industry faces these problems, but LPS Industries' success in facing these issues offers lessons for other firms.

With businesses rushing to replenish stocks run down in the pandemic, demand has surged but the ability of the supply chains to manage is inadequate. Los Angeles and Long Beach account for more than 40% of all US imports. They are currently working at only two-thirds of their capacity because of worker shortages. The result is as many as 100 cargo ships waiting their turn to be unloaded, sometimes waiting up to 3 weeks or more. Nike has said it now takes 80 days to get a cargo container to the US from its Asian factories; pre-Covid, it took just 40. Recent federal intervention increasing port operations to 24/7 may help to lessen the backlog. However, continued shortages in moving containers over land will continue in the short to middle term. All of this means higher freight costs for the buyer and ultimately the consumer.

Paul Harencak, VP of Business Development & Technical Services, who will be addressing the Association for Corporate Growth New Jersey on the topic, explained, "There is a backlog at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach that is affecting most businesses in America in one way or another. We have managed the problem at LPS Industries, and we have discovered a few things almost any company can do to ease the strain.

"Communication is the easiest and most effective activity of all. Talk to your suppliers about deliveries, delays and deadlines. Without that discussion, you cannot effectively respond to any bumps in the road. At the same time, you need to communicate with your employees. They are on the front lines of manufacturing. They need to know their job is a critical component to delivering product."

Mr. Harencak also said, "Additionally, every firm out there should be seeking help now from well-connected logistics and custom brokers. These people have information and connections that can prove invaluable in overcoming the challenges ahead.

"In particular, they can help you source many of your needs domestically. Whenever possible source in North America. Avoid the congested shipping ports. With freight rates skyrocketing, it may even be cheaper than overseas."

He further added, "Increasing your inventory goes against much of the just-in-time shipping we are used to doing in many industries because warehousing affects margins. But it is better to have what you need in a warehouse where you can get to it, rather than off a cargo ship that isn't going to arrive just-in-time, or anytime soon."

Finally, Mr. Harencak stated, "Reduce manufacturing waste! Every dollar of waste is a dollar that can't be sold. When the supply chain is tight you cannot afford to waste raw materials. Get more out of what you have. When the congestion problem ends, you will still have those efficiencies in place."

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/17/2021 -- LPS Industries, Moonachie NJ, (www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, announced that its CEO Madeleine D. Robinson recently addressed members of the NJ District Export Council, discussing why relationships matter in a pandemic.

Ms. Robinson stated that communication is key to success in business, and it becomes more important during times of crisis. Successful businesses communicate with their employees, suppliers, and customers to allay their concerns brought on by the pandemic.

For employees, she said businesses must maintain a safe place to work with respect to cleanliness and keeping virus free. In addition, though, they must keep employees updated as to how the company is responding to the pandemic.

Customers are also adjusting their needs during the pandemic, so maintaining a solid understanding of what they expect means staying in close contact with customers is very important.

When it comes to vendors and suppliers, communication is vital to ensure there is not a disruption to the supply chain. Ms. Robinson said, "tied to that is the need to monitor shipping and logistics to ensure raw materials are coming in and finished product is going out."

As the supply chain tightens, costs are increasing and there is always the threat of allocations limiting the amount of raw materials being purchased. Robinson also noted that "tariffs are good for some manufacturers as it levels the playing field against offshore competition."

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics, and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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Allows Shipment of Dangerous Goods, Toxic/Poison without labeling.

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 08/10/2021 -- LPS Industries, a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, announced that its UN4GV Exemption Packaging System has been awarded the 19th revision of its Special Permit DOT-SP 8249 to manufacture packaging exempt from labeling. The packaging system received its initial certification in the late 1970's and was the very first package of its kind recognized by the Department of Transportation. The 8249 Exempt Pack was recently recertified by a third-party laboratory meeting all current DOT requirements.

Paul Harencak, VP Business Development & Technical Services, explained, "Our superior 4GV DOT-SP 8249 exempt packaging system enables you to meet your liquid and solid toxic/poison hazardous material transport obligations safely and effectively."

He added, "This packaging is so effective in eliminating the risk that the D.O.T. has authorized its use in transporting such hazardous materials without the 'Toxic/Poison' label."

The use of this "Exempt Pack" allows companies to ship the following dangerous goods and chemicals with quantity limits not exceeding one liter for liquids or 2.85 kilograms (6 1/4 pounds) for: solids, flammable liquids, oxidizers, flammable solids, organic peroxides, pyrophoric materials, toxic materials, self-heating materials, corrosive materials, dangerous when wet materials and miscellaneous hazardous materials.

Creating The Gold Standard for Hazmat Shipping
LPS Industries reports it has been 45 years since it set out to solve a problem facing the world's largest freight carriers. The company says it accepted and met the challenge of developing a safe and proven method of packaging hazardous materials that did not have to be segregated by shippers. The result was the DOT-SP 8249 exempt UN packaging system which established and remains the gold standard for safely shipping hazardous materials and chemicals.

The origins of DOT 8249 can be traced back to the 1970s when a growing United Parcel Service (UPS) sought to expand its capabilities and revenue by developing a protocol for safely shipping hazardous materials mixed with other freight types via their standard trucking process.

Up to that point, federal regulations prohibited any size of hazmat shipment labeled as "poison" to be comingled with any consumables on the same truck. This forced manufacturers and distributors of dangerous goods to segregate, palletize, and ship the hazardous materials via a general freight carrier trucking company. In addition to adding time to the delivery cycle by having to use general freight carriers, the associated extra cost to ship in this manner was passed on to the customer, often at a premium of up to 10x the cost of UPS's standard delivery rates.

Smaller Shippers Benefitted Too
At the same time, UPS was also receiving many requests from smaller shippers, e.g., chemical companies, paint and coating manufacturers, and distributors, among others, to find a solution to their hazmat shipping challenges. Their collective need was for a practical, cost-effective method of delivering small quantities of hazardous materials, typically products or samples in 1 liter or smaller primary containers, to stores and customers.

LPS designed, tested, and ultimately manufactured a packaging system that would respond to UPS's needs while satisfying strict federal regulations. The approved "poison pack" was awarded the federal designation DOT-E 8249 Exemption Package, with the "E" standing for "Exempt." The DOT recently changed the designation to DOT-SP 8249 with the SP standing for "Special Permit." Everything about the package remains the same; only the DOT designation has changed.

Air Shipments
As the 8249 exempt pack became the industry standard, LPS was soon contacted by FedEx who expressed interest in the product for air shipments. The DOT invited LPS to provide packaging samples for testing to quantify the integrity of the system. The testing was conducted by loading a plane with samples of LPS' exemption package and crashing it into the Mojave Desert. The packaging survived the test and was approved for use in air freight. FedEx adopted the LPS packaging system and was shortly followed by other air freight carriers, including UPS.

The Company says the 8249 exempt pack safely ships toxic/poisonous materials as well as a wide range of other hazard types, examples include flammable liquids and solids, self-heating materials, corrosive materials, pyrophoric materials, and oxidizers, regardless of their being in powder, granule, liquid, or solid form.

The System's Sizes
The packaging system comes in 0.5- and 1.0-liter primary container sizes for liquids and 1# to 6# sizes for solids. Both options are available in single, two, and four-pack varieties. All are exempt from carrying a poison/toxic label and can be transported internationally along with standard UPS, FedEx, and other carriers' shipments.

Harencak concluded, "LPS is committed to remaining on the cutting-edge of packing products, and this

19th revision of our Special Permit and the recertification by an independent, third-party lab demonstrates our success in that ambition."

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.co m

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Shorter Delivery Times, Better Quality.

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/30/2021 -- LPS Industries, Moonachie NJ, (www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, stated through Paul Harencak, VP Business Development & Technical Services, that the current reshoring of manufacturing from Asia to North America brought about by the pandemic is a trend, not just a fad.

Mr. Harencak said, "The current reshoring of manufacturing, especially in the industry of packaging manufacturing, has benefited North American companies, and we think this is going to continue both in the short and longer term.

Reshoring took off as the pandemic accelerated. The closure of whole cities in China disrupted the global supply chain forcing end-users to find new suppliers. That meant a geographical shift to places not yet affected by the virus. North American companies began looking for North American suppliers.

Mr. Harencak stated, "We believe that the experience of getting products made closer to home has been an eye-opener for many. Off-shoring began decades ago to take advantage of lower wages and more relaxed environmental and tax regulations. What few understood at the time was that these advantages were balanced against longer shipping times, lower quality of product in many instances, and concerns about protecting intellectual property rights.

A recent report by the Economist Intelligence Unit states that foreign direct investment is going to increase in the US and Canada through 2025 and that North America's share of global exports should remain constant at 14%.

Mr Harencak continues, "We have seen increased demand for our products from North American customers since 2019. Flexible packaging for foods, packaging for hazardous waste, packing materials for shipping, as well as envelopes and coated products for industrial applications have all seen heightened interest. We are confident that consumers in North America will come to realize that the benefits of quicker delivery times and better quality will continue to make reshoring sensible."

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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Recent Improvements Make LPS More Environmentally Conscious.

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/10/2021 -- LPS Industries, Moonachie NJ, (http://www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, is pleased to announce that it has won the Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey's Environmental Leadership Award. The CIANJ gave the award in recognition of LPS Industries solar panel farm on its roof, its recycling efforts with paper and wood, and its R&D with sustainable alternatives for recyclable products.

LPS Industries has built one of the larger commercial roof installations in the State of New Jersey. It is a 3,500-panel, multiple inverter rooftop system producing in excess of 700,000 DC-rated watts. The system provides more than 30% of the company's facility and process electrical energy.

"LPS Industries, throughout its 60 plus year history, has consistently endeavored to be the leader in product innovation and process technology. Today's investment in Research and Development will result in tomorrow's sales," said Paul Harencak, VP Business Development & Technical Services.

The CIANJ Environmental Leadership Award recognizes companies that are proactive in promoting environmental sensitivity in their operations or those that work to provide a means of lowering their carbon footprint.

The company strongly supports its initiatives for sustainability in the marketplace. Its Research & Development team continues to refine and develop sustainable products such as 100% recyclable and compostable materials using plant and fossil-based films.

About CIANJ
The mission of Commerce and Industry Association is to be the leader in free enterprise advocacy for the purpose of fostering, through education, legislative vigilance and membership interaction, an economic climate that enhances business potential and makes New Jersey a better state in which to live, work and conduct business. Over time, we have learned how the real value of a business association is found in the relationships built and the resources shared. CIANJ's forums and business councils are arenas that bring together the brightest minds across professional disciplines in the key areas that affect every business in the state. From finance and healthcare to human resources and the environment, there is always something to learn – or something to share — in our association.

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at HTTP://www.lpsind.com

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All Materials FDA Compliant for Use in Food and Medical Production.

Moonachie, NJ -- (ReleaseWire) -- 06/02/2021 -- LPS Industries, Moonachie NJ, (www.lpsind.com), a vertically integrated flexible packaging manufacturer, announced the certification of its new Class 100,000 cleanroom.

Madeleine D. Robinson, CEO of LPS Industries, stated, "We're excited to announce our brand-new Class 100,000 certified cleanroom facility, providing unprinted and custom printed flexible packaging roll stock for the food and medical markets. These customers must meet highly exacting standards, and this cleanroom ensures that we can help them achieve the quality required."

The advanced state-of-the-art equipment technology gives greater control of the production environment. The cleanroom has a high exchange HEPA air filtration for superior dust and contamination control as well as HVAC equipment and controllers to ensure consistent temperature and humidity.

In addition, the cleanroom has enclosed sanitation and employee personal protection equipment. All dedicated production equipment follows SQF Edition 9 guidelines. All materials are FDA compliant.

Ms. Robinson added, "Our cleanroom has been 3rd-party certified, and our food safety quality system is in review for an upcoming audit to SQF Code, Edition 9. We look forward to announcing the results of that audit soon."

About LPS Industries
LPS Industries LLC, a woman-owned family business, is a leading ISO 9001:2015 certified flexible packaging manufacturer and converter with a distinguished history of providing creative solutions for its customers for over 60 years. With cost-effective products in flexible packaging, hazardous material packaging, shipping envelopes and supplies, and industrial bags and envelopes, LPS Industries can meet the need of most any packaging requirement. LPS Industries is a diversified manufacturer and leader in the flexible packaging industry providing packaging solutions to many market segments such as medical, food, transportation, electronics and agriculture. For more information, visit our website at www.lpsind.com

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