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Labelexpo Europe

EXTENDO® High Barrier Solutions for Packaging Challenges

A Clear Future with Aluminum Oxide Technology

NATIVIA® Films Enhance Bio-based Package Designs

TitaniumTM Replaces Tin Plate

Taghleef Expands in China

MAKING THE DIFFERENCETOGETHER

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Editorial:Taghleef Marketing and Communication Group

Design & Layout:Aipem – Udine, ItalyPierceWilliamson.com – USA

Print:Associates International

Cover:DERPROSA™-Ti FilmDL SoFT TOUcH® White

Dear Customers, Dear Colleagues,

It is a paradox of our times that as the world grows smaller, the challenges grow larger. As a global company with employees and customers located across continents, we recognize the need for greater communication, collaboration, and cooperation among all of our stakeholders—management, employees, customers, academia, community organizations and government entities from local to national.

Advances in science and engineering know no boundaries and adhere to no speed limits. As a worldwide leader in BOPP fi lms with strategically positioned assets across the globe, we are able to give you access to all the capabilities the Taghleef Group has to offer. As an integrated company, Ti has the strength and agility to deploy targeted investments and to share best practices in product innovation and supply chain optimization in order to offer our fi lm solutions around the world. Quickly. Seamlessly. Cost-effi ciently.

Making a positive impact on the packaging and labeling industry requires that we engage with our customers and colleagues regularly. To that end, I have challenged our people to spend even more quality time together with you. We must be proactive, reaching out frequently, asking better and more relevant questions, listening intently to foster understanding and connection, and sharing knowledge and expertise to develop more and better solutions.

In addition to connecting with you at our focused customer meetings, we look forward to seeing you at a number of international events across each region. Here, you will fi nd the solutions we’ve developed to the challenges you’ve shared — innovative fi lms incorporating technologies that enable gains in sustainability, food integrity, aesthetics, and sensory appeal.

Join us at Labelexpo Europe in Brussels, Andina Pack in Bogotá, or at our own educational seminar, The Label Institute in Miami, where together we can continue to strengthen existing relationships and build new ones. I am certain our research, developments, and global supply chain solutions combined with the opportunities you bring to Taghleef will allow us to create value — and make a difference in our world and our futures—together.

Sincerely,Dr. Detlef SchuhmannCEO Ti Group

ContentsEurope Bio4Pack Uses NATIVIA® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Labelexpo Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 EXTENDO® High Barrer Films . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 DERPROSA™-Ti & MGI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Taghleef Supports a Passion for Racing . . . . . . 9 Interpack 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Biathlon Olympic Athlete Sponsorship . . . . . . 12

Middle East Taghleef Industries at Oman Plast . . . . . . . . . 14 WAG helps Ti Expand its Base in South Africa . .14 Ti Participates at Bangladesh Packaging Fair . .15

Asia Pacifi c Taghleef Expands in China . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 TitaniumTM Metallic IML Films . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ConTech 2017 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Americas Ti Talks Innovation & Productivity in Mexico . 17 A New IniTiative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Technical Focus Taghleef HBAX Films . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Graphic Arts Customer Profi le: CyanProcess . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Events Andina Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

If you’ve ever been involved in changing a product’s packaging, you know it can be a long and involved process. Changing to fully compostable, bio-based packaging is exponentially more challenging. That’s why many companies call on Bio4Pack in Rheine, Germany, a pioneer and specialist in helping companies “switch to sustainable packaging made from renewable raw materials.” Bio4Pack calls on Taghleef to provide innovative fi lms that help in its quest to conserve the global environment and eliminate unnecessary waste caused by packaging.

For example, Bio4Pack specifi ed Taghleef’s NATIVIA® fi lms in two of its recent projects: Trafo Hummus Chips packaging and the Peeze Koffi e coffee bag.

The Trafo Chips bag is a laminate structure of 23 µm barrier cellophane fi lm and metalized NATIVIA NTSS 20 µm. It guarantees a WVTR< 1.5 g/m²/24 h (38°C

– 90% RH) and an OTR of 1 cm3/m2/24 h (23°C – 0% RH). The structure is certifi ed four-star OK bio-based by Vinçotte and is industrially compostable according to DIN EN 13432 by DIN CERTCO.

The Peeze Koffi e ground coffee bag involves more complex packaging: a triplex structure comprised of a 20 µm barrier cellophane fi lm, laminated to a high barrier 20 µm NATIVIA based fi lm, and a 40 µm polyester based compostable heat sealable fi lm. The fi nal structure yields excellent barrier performance, as both WVTR and OTR measure 0.5 g/m²/24 h and cm3/m2/24 h respectively.

Taghleef is proud to play an integral role in Bio4Pack’s business of helping companies move to bio-based packaging by creating and supplying products like NATIVIA fi lms. Working together, we are making a positive difference on the industry and the environment.

NATIVIA® sustainable packaging fi lms are made of 100% PLA. More compostable and sustainable packaging is a key measure to ensure our

future.

NATIVIA fi lms are made of Ingeo™ PLA resin from NatureWorks. Polylactic acid is obtained from corn or other starch/sugar sources.

• Plants grow by photosynthesis, absorbing CO2 from the air, minerals and water from the soil and the energy from the sun;

• The starch and sugar content of the plants is converted into lactic acid by microorganisms via a fermentation process;

• Lactic acid is polymerized and becomes polylactic acid (PLA);

• PLA is extruded into fi lm and becomes fl exible packaging;

• Flexible sustainable packaging is composted into CO2, water and biomass;

• Composting: NATIVIA is compostable according to DIN EN 13432 standards: under controlled conditions (T>58°C, rh>90%, presence of

microorganisms), PLA will fully degrade into CO2, water and biomass;

• Biomass is absorbed by plants, and the cycle continues

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fl oatable -- which benefi ts recycling tremendously. This represents Ti’s part in a concerted effort in the industry to create new materials and technologies that lead to safer and more sustainable packaging.

LK: Also, our top-coated PSL fi lms have been phthalate free for the last two years. And we’re proud to have recently received the Association of Plastic Recyclers (APR) Critical Guidance Recognition Certifi cate for our recycle-friendly VISION360 TDS65. This recognition is based on innovation that meets or exceeds challenging test conditions and strict guidance criteria.

Ti News: Can you tell us more about TDS65?

LK: Well, in addition to its sustainability benefi ts TDS65 has up to 65% shrink which allows for 360 degrees of design freedom. Users switching from denser PETG will realize reductions in raw materials, lower shipping weight and costs, and a smaller overall carbon footprint.

Ti News: Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about Ti’s exhibit at Labelexpo this year?

LK: Visitors will be able to see and experience Ti’s wide range of advanced label fi lms. Our Labels team looks forward to meeting each guest and sharing how, by working together, we can make a meaningful difference in the packaging industry.

Labelexpo PreviewTi’s Labels Team anticipates great things

Labelexpo Europe is the world’s largest event for the label and package printing industry, and Ti is proud to play a major role. Ti News caught up with Duncan Henshall, Labels Unit Leader Americas, and Lucija Kralj, Labels Unit Leader Europe, for a preview of the upcoming show. Here’s what they had to say about Ti’s participation and highly anticipated booth.

DH: We’re very excited to be exhibiting at Labelexpo. We’re looking forward to seeing visitors’ reactions to our novel booth design, which features oversized replicas of bottles with our wide range of label fi lms like IML, PSL, and WAL.

Ti News: Other than visual appeal, what else will draw visitors to Ti’s booth?

DH: The biggest draw is always the opportunity to interact with our team members who pride themselves on providing solutions as well as products.

Ti News: Any newcomers to the team?

LK: Our newest member is Fabiana Zanier who joins Emanuela Bardi -- both are Product Managers with engineering backgrounds. Emanuela has been with Ti for more than 3 years and has been especially involved in the growth and success of NATIVIA®, our sustainable PLA fi lm. Other key members of the European team are Simone Baldin, Mathias Bredel, Daniela Tramontin all in Sales, and Javier DelBarrio in R&D.

Ti News: What will the Ti Labels team be presenting at the Labelexpo booth?

LK: There will be an unparalleled selection of BOPP fi lms, including our Specialty Label Films range which is available for PSL facestock products as well as over-laminations, and even IML and WAL roll-fed labels. We’ll have our newest PSL fi lm, LSG 60, a white voided, very high yield facestock fi lm with outstanding whiteness and gloss appearance. And we know visitors always appreciate seeing—and touching—our latest DL SoFT TOUcH™ fi lms with unique tactile properties.

DH: We’ll showcase several of our fi lm solutions that truly make the difference in labels. Solutions including IML fi lms like ultra-high yield white voided LIX with Orange Peel fi nish, as well as LIM with its unique Satin fi nish. For customers wanting a metallic look, there will be Titanium™ LTZ and LHZ fi lms. Another exciting highlight will be Ti’s VISION360 TDS heat sleeve shrink fi lms, specifi cally the new low-density TDS65, a sustainable fi lm.

Ti News: What do you mean by a “sustainable” fi lm?

DH: Sustainability is linked to different R-factors (like Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) which are derived from the criteria specifi ed by the Sustainable Packaging Coalition (SPC). And TDS65 is not only lighter weight for material reduction, it’s

Labelexpo Europe 2017

Duncan Henshall, Labels Unit Leader Americas

From left to right: Emanuela Bardi, Simone Baldin, Lucija Kralj, Daniela Tramontin, Matthias Bredel, Fabiana Zanier, Javier Del Barrio

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High Barrier FilmsFor even greater performance: the countdown is on

Taghleef HBAX FilmsA clear future with Aluminum Oxide technology

European food safety standards are stricter than ever. The EXTENDO® team has developed a range of high barrier fi lms that meet these standards and outperform all competitors’ fi lms on the market.

It started with a single objective: replace aluminum foil in paper laminate packaging with a structure designed specifi cally to block light and provide an oxygen barrier. With that project fi nished, the development team recognized these structures could solve many more packaging challenges, specifi cally: 1) preventing the migration of mineral oil hydrocarbons to meet upcoming European environmental legislation standards and 2) preventing aroma and fl avor loss, even over extended time.

Barrier to mineral oil hydrocarbons

European legislators are concerned about possible migration of volatile mineral oil hydrocarbons (MOHs) that are frequently found as contaminant in packaging made from recycled cardboard. The problem is that MOHs are considered health hazards and are prone to be consumed when they permeate through the simple liner bags that are commonly used in bag-in-box packaging.

EXTENDO fi lms solve that problem. Working in cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging, IVV, the team proved that many EXTENDO grades provide an

excellent functional barrier against MOH (Table 1). In contrast to our competitors, Taghleef can certify conformity with upcoming European legislation concerning mineral oil migration. No other manufacturer is in a position to certify barrier against mineral oil.

Barrier to loss of fl avor

Using this understanding of superior barrier properties, the team extended their investigation into preservation of fl avor and aroma. The team’s idea: what provides barrier against immigration should also provide barrier against loss of fl avor by emigration.

To test this idea, the team worked with FlavoLogic GmbH in Vaterstetten, Germany. The results have been striking. While standard BOPP fi lms retard loss of aromas for no more than a couple of days, the EXTENDO grades retain even the most volatile and readily migrating fl avoring agents for more than 250 days. Field tests have confi rmed the results. Customers have been amazed that even after a six-month shelf life test, the food packaged in EXTENDO fi lm “tastes like it was just freshly made.”

Next generation solution to barrier challenges

Consistent mineral oil barrier of EXTENDO fi lms is now fully established and certifi ed for all kinds of packaging applications. For fl avor and aroma retention, testing must be conducted separately for each different product and packaging combination. Due to the superior performance, ongoing shelf life test times involving this generation of EXTENDO grades are expected to far exceed those of current packages. But the countdown is on.

The next generation EXTENDO High Barrier fi lms are sure to provide even better barrier properties, topped by product visibility through a fully transparent fi lm to meet today’s packaging challenges.

Aroma Compounds

EXTENDO XTMU 20

EXTENDO XTMH 20

Standard BoPP

EXTENDO D713 white voided

UNIT DAYS DAYS DAYS DAYS

Ethylbutyrat >250 >250 1,0 >250

Limonene >250 >250 0,7 >250

Octanal >250 >250 0,6 >250

cis-3-Hexenol >250 >250 0,7 >250

Menthon >250 >250 0,4 >250

Menthol >250 >250 0,4 >250

Citronellol >250 >250 0,7 >250

Taghleef Industries Inc. has invested in technology to bring to the market fi lms which are both transparent and provide high barrier. According to the project coordinator in North America for our AlOx initiative, Mr. Francesco Barbangelo, “Changing social attitudes and tastes are driving demand for more sophisticated packages. Consumers desire to see through their food packaging and associate the clear, transparent packages with higher quality products.” One of the fi lms Taghleef offers for clear, high barrier food applications is EXTENDO® HBAX.

For the EXTENDO HBAX product line, Taghleef utilizes aluminum oxide coating technology. In this process an aluminum wire is evaporated within a standard vacuum metallization chamber. Oxygen is then introduced to the cloud of aluminum instantaneously producing aluminum oxide which is deposited on the surface of the fi lm. The resulting EXTENDO HBAX fi lm offers clear barrier protection to food similar to metallized fi lm with the added benefi t of transparency, and it will not interfere with metal detection equipment utilized by food packaging companies.

In the market development of EXTENDO HBAX, Taghleef teamed up with a US based converter, who described the fi lm as “the best AlOx coated OPP in the market.” Taghleef is focused on further applications in confectionery, snacks and bakery, as well as pet food and other opportunities in non-food applications.

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CyanProcess of Málaga, Spain offers its customers complete branding services with printing techniques, graphic fi nishes, and packaging. Ti’s Marketing & Business Development Manager, Joaquín María López Batlles, sat down with CyanProcess CEO, Victor Sánchez, to discuss their use of DERPROSA™–Ti’s line of specialty premium fi lms to enhance their luxury packaging.

About CyanProcess

CyanProcess has long been known in the graphic arts world for providing the highest standards of manufacturing, methodologies and exceptional attention to detail for each and every client. Experienced in processing a wide range of materials, including cardboard, paper, and plastics, CyanProcess takes special care to advise its customers as to the printing and fi nishing techniques that best fi t their specifi c needs.

CyanProcess Customers Choose High-End

Discerning clients like CyanProcess—and their customers—are always looking for cutting edge options to make their products stand out. To convey luxury, clients often select DERPROSA–Ti’s high-end fi lms, such as Gloss, Silver Matte, Black DL SoFT TOUcH®, Anti-scratch or Luminescence. These particular specialty fi lms bring a highly innovative and sensory experience that their luxury brand customers have come to rely on and demand.

CyanProcess Customer Feedback

The DERPROSA–Ti fi lm applications, such as the use of a DL SoFT TOUcH fi lm in a catalog, typically bring immediate positive feedback, according to Mr. Sánchez. “Brand image is very important and the high-quality DERPROSA–Ti fi lms we use successfully differentiate CyanProcess from our competitors.”

Derprosa’s Luxury Branding Success

DERPROSA–Ti fi lms distinguish recognized premium brands such as Ferrari, Michelin Star Chefs, Ascari Formula 1 Circuit, as well as many luxury hotels, restaurants and boutiques. The DERPROSA–Ti line has succeeded in

establishing a reputable designation of high quality and differentiation, providing a range of branding possibilities for all clients—and anyone with a passion for high-end packaging details and fi nishes.

are always looking for cutting edge options to make their products stand out. To convey luxury, clients often select

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fi lms distinguish recognized premium brands such as Ferrari, Michelin Star Chefs, Ascari Formula 1 Circuit, as well as many luxury hotels, restaurants and

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Customer Profi le: CyanProcess Success Case with DERPROSATM–Ti Films

DERPROSA™-Ti and MGI Group Digital printer recommends DERPROSA-Ti Films

Graphic Arts

We are proud to announce that DERPROSATM-Ti fi lms have received offi cial recommendation for lamination from The MGI Group, a global digital printing technology leader. The JETvarnish 3D is important certifi cation has been released worldwide, including to Konica Minolta.

The whole range of DERPROSA-Ti fi lms has been approved for JETvarnish 3D machines using the 9655S varnish. The following table shows all the MGI machines that have been homologated using this varnish.

In addition, DERPROSA-Ti’s fi lms are undergoing testing to get the 2D, 3DS and 3D Evo certifi cates. JETvarnish 3D allows companies to achieve a premium

branded look for folding cartons and labels without the time, cost, and expense of using traditional dies, screens, or plates. With workstation software that offers rapid prototyping for new product launches and full high-volume production management, customers can bring new products to market faster and at a lower cost.

JETvarnish3D

JETvarnish 3DW or 3D Web

JETvarnish 3D 9000L

Varnish 9655S 9655S 9655S

Designation 3D Fast Drying Glossy Varnish

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CompeTitive: Taghleef supports a passion for racingIf you see a racecar sporting a Ti logo zoom by, you’ll fi nd 21-year-old Björn Arzt at the wheel. An employee of Ti GmbH, his other passion is racing. In 2015 Bjoern purchased and modifi ed his own Suzuki Swift. The next year he won his fi rst race, the Wildburg Cup, placing third overall in the 2016 German Championships (class 3). His 2018 goal? First place, of course. Competitive—that’s the Ti spirit!

If you see a racecar sporting a Ti logo zoom by, you’ll fi nd Ti logo zoom by, you’ll fi nd Ti21-year-old Björn Arzt at the wheel. An employee of Ti GmbH, his other passion is racing. In 2015 Bjoern purchased and modifi ed his own Suzuki Swift. The next year he won his fi rst race, the Wildburg Cup, placing third overall in the 2016 German Championships (class 3). His 2018 goal? First place, of course. Competitive—that’s

spirit!

Victor Sánchez, CyanProcess CEO with an associate.

Premium business cards by CyanProcess

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INTERPACK 2017 A successful #TiExperienceFor seven days in May, the halls of Messe Düsseldorf were teeming with activity. Interpack, the largest packaging expo in the world, attracted more than 2,800 exhibitors and over 170,000 international visitors. Taghleef hosted a booth that was full of energy and excitement as guests immersed themselves in the #TiExperience.

Taghleef was pleased to have many new products on display - allowing for an exhibition of novel enabling film technologies. The display of technologies was well received by visitors to the booth. For example, visitors explored Ti’s full range of IML films with unique properties and finishes. There was also particular interest in the newest EXTENDO® films with advanced barrier performance. These included EXTENDO XMMH, a matte finish film that can be used to protect products such as flour, pasta, rice, dehydrated legumes, and cereals; and EXTENDO XZRH, a white voided metalized film with ultra-high gas barrier that can be used for food, medical, and consumer applications. XZRH is an ideal replacement for aluminum foil as this film reduces packaging waste and makes recycling easier.

New this year, the booth design included an open lecture area where invited industry experts offered business and technical presentations on important trends and developments in their fields. These well-attended

presentations covered a wide range of topics including High Speed Labeling Technologies, Trends in Flexible Packaging, Bioplastics in a Circular Economy, Aroma Barrier Properties of Functional Films, and more.

On the first day of the expo, Ti held a press event in the lecture area for a discussion on NATIVIA® NESS bio-based film. Emanuela Bardi, Product Manager for NATIVIA, spoke to the crowd about the partnership between Mars, Rodenburg, and Taghleef and their development of a fully sustainable packaging design for Mars candy bar wrappers using NATIVIA NESS. Ms. Bardi commented, “This is a perfect example of collaboration across the supply chain and it’s the best way to bring bio-based polymers to the market.” The innovative design recently won the 11th Global Bioplastics Award.

But what’s a trade show without a bit of fun? In addition to the product displays and industry presentations, the #TiExperience also included a “photo-op” feature at the Sharing Box area where visitors could pose for pictures against backdrops with iconic landmarks from Sydney, Venice, Dubai, and New York. Lots of smiling faces in front of famous places were shared on social media. You can still see pictures from the event at http://www.ti-films.com/en/interpack2017.

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“Our new booth concept allowed us to more effectively communicate with our customers, visitors, and other exhibitors.” said Andreas Mueller, Chief Supply Chain Officer and Managing Director of Ti GmbH Germany. “It was an excellent format; one that displayed the great team spirit Taghleef exemplifies and shares with our industry.”

Taghleef thanks all those who contributed to an exciting and rewarding Interpack. We look forward to seeing you again in 2020!

Left: Emanuela Bardi, Ti Product Manager and Michael Thielen, Editor in Chief of Bioplastics Magazine host a press conference.

Above: Prof Dr. Hans Christian Langowski, Institute Director, Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV presents in the lecture area.

“Our new booth concept allowed us to more effectively communicate with our customers, visitors, and other exhibitors.”

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Biathlon Olympic Athlete

SponsorshipSusan Dunklee SpotlightRoot for Susan with us in the upcoming season

Susan learned how to ski at age 2 with her family. She learned how to shoot at age 22 when she moved to Lake Placid, NY to join US Biathlon’s development program. Her father, Stan Dunklee, competed in the 1976 and 1980 Olympics as a cross country skier.

During her rookie season on the World Cup in 2011-12 Susan placed 5th in the World Championship’s Individual race in Ruhpolding, Germany, tying the best ever result by an American woman.

Susan currently lives in Vermont and is a member of the Craftsbury Green Racing Project, a group of professional post-collegiate athletes (cross country skiers, biathletes and rowers) who promote sustainability and endurance sports in their local community. She splits her time training between Craftsbury and Lake Placid, the headquarters of the national team.

Watch Susan compete and see if you can spot the SynDECOR® decal on her rifl e during the IBU

World Cup Biathlon season.

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24 NOV-03 DEC BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 1Oestersund (SWE)

05 DEC-10 DEC BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 2Hochfi lzen (AUT)

12 DEC-17 DEC BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 3Annecy-Le Grand Bornand (FRA)

2018

02 JAN-07 JAN BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 4Oberhof (GER)

09 JAN-14 JAN BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 5Ruhpolding (GER)

16 JAN-21 JAN BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 6Antholz-Anterselva (ITA)

09 FEB-25 FEB Olympic Winter GamesPyeongChang (KOR)

06 MAR-11 MAR BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 7Kontiolahti (FIN)

13 MAR-18 MAR BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 8 Oslo Holmenkollen (NOR)

20 MAR-25 MAR BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon 9Tyumen (RUS)

We will also inform you of special opportunities to meet Susan in person.

Taghleef’s SynDECOR® business creates fi lms for the decorative surface market. The business decided to drive brand recognition by associating the SynDECOR logo with the #1 winter sport watched on European television – biathlon. During the 2016 – 2017 IBU World Cup season the SynDECOR team sponsored American biathlete Susan Dunklee. Together, employees, customers, and suppliers rooted for Susan.

The season built to a crescendo as she solidifi ed her top ten world ranking and became the fi rst American female to earn an invitation to the 2018 Olympics in Seoul, Korea. Susan made history on February 19th of 2017. She became the fi rst American woman to medal in the World Championships by clinching the silver for team USA.

To build on the positive energy, SynDECOR launched the Amazing Surfaces campaign featuring Susan Dunklee. The campaign used the excitement of biathlon competition to draw parallels between the athletes’ amazing strength, precision, and balance and SynDECOR’s amazing surface applications.

Amazing StrengthAmazing BalanceAmazing Precision

Amazing Surfaces

Taghleef is proud to announce it has renewed its sponsorship of Susan Dunklee for the 2017 – 2018 IBU World Cup Biathlon season. For true fans of biathlon, or anyone who wants to become one, there will be opportunities to meet Susan and to acquire the same decal she will be displaying on her rifl e during the season.

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Taghleef Industries at Oman Plast A homecoming for Ti

Oman is the second home of Taghleef Industries, so it was only natural to take part in the 4th annual Oman Plast. The event held in Muscat from March 21-23, 2017 was opened by local dignitaries including government offi cials and diplomats. Demonstrating the friendly culture of the nation, visitors from Oman, UAE and other GCC countries were given a tour of the picturesque capital city. Sponsored by some of the leading manufacturing companies in the country, Oman Plast was well-attended by small and large converters, business owners and the public.

Taghleef Industries is the preferred source of BOPP and CPP solutions for the region, as well as the leader in industry innovations. Ti’s dazzling white-clad booth showcased the reach and presence of the only regional global packaging solutions provider. Mr. Sundeep Mudgal, General Manager of Ti Oman, considered the company’s presence at Oman Plast as a homecoming and proof of Ti’s commitment to serve the local industry with its broad range of globally proven solutions.

As the Bangladesh economy grows, so does Ti’s commitment

Ti participates at Bangladesh Packaging Fair

Bangladesh, a resource-rich nation of 170 million people with a recorded GDP growth of 6.5% for 2016, has been tagged as a signifi cant market for future growth within the food industry. An increasingly urban middle class is pushing demand for processed food and beverages, and the packaging industry must keep pace with the growth for high-quality, sustainable solutions.

Expressing its commitment to be the resource of choice, Taghleef Industries joined hands with the fl exible packaging community at the Bangladesh International Plastics, Printing & Packaging Industry Fair held at Dhaka from February 15 to 18. More than 150 visitors converged upon the Ti booth to learn about packaging solutions with value-added sustainable fi lm options. Of particular interest were lightweight label fi lms for high speed wraparound labelling, IML solutions, and paper look matte fi lms for impressive branding, as well as a wide range of barrier CPP and BOPP solutions for extended freshness and shelf life for snacks and premium biscuits.

From left to right: Ms. Maria Monique Murillo, Mr. Khalid Al Kharusi, Mr. Sundeep Mudgal, Mr. Natarajan Veeranathan, Mr. Arun Kumar Nair, and Mr. Agnel Pinto

From left to right: Mr. Agnel Pinto, Mr. Ganapati Mondal, and Mr. Ibrahim Hammoda

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Taghleef Industries has just announced the opening of its new China offi ce in Shenzhen, reinforcing our long-term commitment to the global BOPP industry. In addition to the new sales offi ce in Shenzhen, warehousing facilities will be located in the south of China.

Jason Zhao, Graphic Arts Director for China and APAC, who has over 20 years’ experience in the packaging (folding carton) and commercial printing industries in Europe and APAC, commented: “DERPROSATM – Ti is the most highly regarded specialty BOPP fi lm producer in the world. We are determined to establish a signifi cant ongoing presence in APAC and with these new facilities, we have the resources necessary to develop and maintain strategic partnerships with top users in the region. It’s my hope that Chinese printers, converters and end users will consider us a domestic supplier.”

Ti Expands in China New Shenzhen sales offi ce and warehouse ready to serve the region

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West African Group helps Ti expand its base in South Africa New warehouse and distribution facility in Durban

Given the rapid growth and increased demand for high performance packaging in Taghleef Industries’ presence in South Africa began decades ago, allowing them to build a legacy as a consistent supplier of high-quality BOPP fi lms. Driven by the specifi c needs of major end users, Ti is known in the region as an innovative developer of targeted packaging solutions.

Ti is also known for its supply chain solutions – and one solution for South Africa customers is a new warehouse and distribution facility in Durban. This facility offers local customers the ability to buy in smaller volumes with quicker delivery times. With this accomplishment, Ti continues this strategic localization process by offering exclusive opportunities for its key customers.

This journey was only made possible through the ground efforts of Ti’s local partner, West African Group (WAG), who strengthens their position as a local provider. Ti Dubai extends thanks and congratulations to Frederica Smith in Durban, Deon Cross in Johannesburg, Tony Stopford in Cape Town, and Angela van Maasdyk of WAG HQ.

From left to right: Mr. Abdul Rasheed (Area Sales Manager, Ti Dubai), Ms. Frederica Smith (Sales Agent, West African Group), and Mr. Grant Rosettenstein (CFO, West African Group)

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From left to right: Joaquin Lopez, Marketing & Business Development Manager DERPROSA; Lucija Kralj, Product Manager Label Films, Ti SpA; Francesco Barbangelo, Technical Service, Ti SpA

ConTech 2017Insights from Australia’s Confectionery Technical Conference

Taghleef participated in ConTech 2017, the annual technical conference for the Australasia confectionery industry held at the historic Melbourne Cricket Grounds. This year’s agenda highlighted the trend to healthier snack choices.

The keynote presentation “Walking the Tightrope” and other sessions focused on reformulation efforts by the global packaged-food companies to produce snacks which align with health and wellness aspirations of consumers. The main targets of these reformulations are reduction or removal of sodium, sugar, and saturated fats, referred to in the industry as “out with the bad.” There’s also a push toward “in with the good,” with producers adding health-oriented ingredients such as green tea fl avors and protein as line extensions to existing candy brands.

Rapid introductions of new and reformulated products boost demand for innovative packaging solutions. Taghleef is committed to support the industry with a broad range of fi lms specifi cally targeted to confectionary applications.

Thin crackers

Thin potato chips

Thin chocolate

Thincookies

Thin pretzels

“Thin” is “in” because it aids portion control

and gives permission to snack.

Americas

A global leader in biscuits, chocolate, gum, candy, and powdered beverages, Mondelez is one of the world’s largest snacks companies. Even if you’re not familiar with their name, you’ll recognize many of their most famous and iconic brands, including Nabisco, Oreo, Tang, and Trident.

This past May, Mondelez hosted their Flexibles Workshop on Innovation and Productivity at their facility in Mexico. The objective of the workshop was to facilitate communication between Mondelez and members of the Flexibles supply chain in order to generate new ideas and improve effectiveness. Taghleef, with its regional presence and global reach, was among the few select suppliers and converters invited to participate. Ti’s Jaime Araujo, Karla Olivo, and Christian Hernandez delivered an in-depth presentation on Ti’s capabilities and top ten recommended packaging constructions for Mondelez products.

For barrier protection, Taghleef offers some of the best fi lms on the market, including EXTENDO® high barrier fi lms like HMT and ZUA, and metalized medium barrier fi lms like ZSL and MXT. Additionally, Ti offers a range of NATIVIA® bio-based fi lms. These fi lms are already being used successfully by converters in Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, and Brazil, among others.

Ti’s product portfolio is innovative and expansive, providing solutions for today’s packaging challenges. In addition, Ti has technical service experts, product managers, and country managers right where today’s brand owners need them. Our products and dedicated workforce remind brand owners like Mondelez why Ti is a trusted leader in this industry, in Latin America and throughout the world.

Ti talks innovation and productivity in MexicoTaghleef team presents to snack giant Mondelez

Asia Pacific

Steven Harries, Account Director, GlobalData (AUS), and Tom Vierhile, Innovation Insights Director, GlobalData (US)

In-mold plastic containers are gradually replacing tin plate cans, pails, and buckets. With these plastic containers there are no metal scratching issues. No oxidation. No denting or related surface damage. And the benefi ts even extend to aesthetics when plastic containers incorporate Titanium™ LTZ in-mold label fi lm. LTZ provides the plastic containers the desired metallic fi nish. Available in gloss or matte fi nishes, Titanium LTZ enables plastic containers to be as attractive as they are durable, lightweight and cost effective.

Titanium LTZ is a superior in-mold label fi lm. The fi lm can be printed on both sides, is suitable for both sheet-fed offset and rotary print formats, and does not require a primer coating. Titanium can be used on both small and large containers and gives 100% metallic coverage regardless of label size, with no loss of anti-static and chargeability properties. This multi-layer fi lm has the metallic component as one of the inner layers, resulting in unmatched scratch resistance and excellent ink adhesion.

Beyond replacing just pails and buckets, Titanium LTZ has already found application in the beverage cup market. A number of cinema, entertainment, and sports organizations have come to value the advantages LTZ offers. Its striking appearance, aided by inspirational graphics, provides the industry with a perfect promotional tool.

Metallic IML Filmsreplacing tin plate with dazzling success

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A New iniTiative

Now that we’ve celebrated our tenth anniversary, it’s time to start off the next decade with a new campaign that captures the spirit of our Taghleef culture and the dedication and passion of our employees throughout the world.

We’ve selected specifi c words containing the letters Ti that refl ect the qualities and values we bring to work every day and that we share with the world through our products and customer commitment. These words are symbolic of the way we at Taghleef all channel our inner Ti. They have been graphically embellished and digitally animated (when appropriate) to visually represent the energy and vitality of our company and our people.

Each employee will have the opportunity to choose one word from the following that resonates most, and have that word graphically incorporated into his or her email signature going forward. You’ll also see these word graphics throughout other Ti communications, including our website, advertising, and print collateral.

Innovative: Always in pursuit of a better idea, product, process, resource, solution.

Potential: Recognizing both what is and what could be. Nurturing talent and ideas.

Possibilities: Pushing beyond the obvious and expected. Thinking on a larger scale.

Collaborative: Working together internally and externally to bring the power of synergy to our solutions.

Expertise: Bringing together a breadth and depth of the appropriate knowledge and experience to address the issue at hand.

E� ective: Doing the right thing, at the right time, with the right people, products and processes.

These are just a sample of the Ti words you may see in our communications. Of course, you already experience them in our day-to-day culture and commitment. Can you think of other Ti words to add to this list? Which one resonates most with you?

What’s your Ti word?

Events Calendar 2017

September 25-28Brussels,Belgium

December 5-6 Dubai,UAE

October 25-27Myrtle Beach, SCUSA

October 17-20Sanya,China

October 8-11Scottsdale, AZUSA

October 2-4Monaco

December 4-6 Cologne,Germany

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Andina Pack: Join us in Bogotá

Save the date for this year’s Andina Pack, taking place November 7 - 10, 2017 in Bogotá, Colombia. Held at Corferias Centro Internacional de Negocios y Exposiciones, this international fair is the most complete exhibition for the converting, processing, and packaging industry in South America.

Taghleef will feature our full range of products, including DERPROSA™ premium luxury fi lms. Our experts look forward to meeting you at our booth in Hall 18, Stand 2511.

Nov 29 - Dec 1Bangkok,Thailand

China

IML Seminar

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