UPM Raflatac, one of the global suppliers of innovative and sustainable labeling materials, is strengthening its position and service capabilities in the Americas market with a new state-of-the-art two-meter slitter and increased production automation in its Mills River factory over the next two years.
“We are excited about the ability to provide better service to our customers through improved capacity, capabilities, and productivity. We are continually advancing our production sites to increase our output in the Americas and exceed quality benchmarks,” stated Tim Kirchen, senior vice-president, UPM Raflatac, Americas.
These advancements worth $10 million will add to the robust production capabilities of UPM Raflatac’s three US-based factories and eight slitting and distribution centers across the Americas. It will enhance the quality of the company’s filmic products, while also reducing the need for manual handling.
“We are committed to supporting our customers as our industry continues to face unprecedented growth,” states Gabrielle Whittaker, director, Films and Specials business, UPM Raflatac, Americas. “As well, we recognize that when we excel in quality, we enable our customers to meet the quality and performance expectations of brands and end-users.”
UPM Raflatac continually invests in technology, equipment, and its people to increase capacity and advance the output capabilities of its global network of 10 factories and 27 terminals. UPM Raflatac is celebrating 20 years of operations in Mills River. Located in North Carolina, the factory today employs over 200 people.
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