Flexographic Technical Association

08/10/2026

Thinking about joining FTA?

Becoming an FTA member means more than just joining an association. It's joining a community dedicated to advancing flexography.

As a member, you'll gain access to valuable technical education, industry resources, networking opportunities, exclusive discounts, and the expertise of professionals across the flexographic printing community. Whether you're looking to strengthen your team, expand your knowledge, or build new connections, FTA is here to support your success.

Ready to learn more about membership and its benefits? Reach out to [email protected], we'd love to help you get started.

Learn about member benefits: https://www.flexography.org/member-benefits/

08/08/2026

What does sustainability really look like in flexographic packaging?

It's more than setting goals. It's about engineering practical solutions, collaborating across the supply chain, and continuously improving how packaging is designed and produced.

In the latest issue of FLEXO Magazine, Kevin Kelly, CEO of Emerald Packaging, shares his perspective on the evolving role of sustainability in flexography. From the realities of post-consumer recycled content and material innovation to the importance of industry partnerships, Kelly offers an honest look at the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of packaging.

If you're interested in where sustainability is headed, and what it means for the flexographic industry, this is an article you won't want to miss.

Read the full article in the latest issue of FLEXO Magazine pages 35-38: https://www.flexography.org/may-june-2026-issue/

08/07/2026

FTA President Nathan Ridnouer spent time in the Cincinnati area visiting members and connecting with the local flexographic community. From touring facilities to sharing ideas over dinner, these visits are an important reminder that our industry is built on relationships.

The trip included visits with Tara Halpin at Steinhauser, Joel Maxwell at Olberding Brand Family, and AJ Grome at EC Shaw, along with an evening Member Meetup that brought together 16 professionals representing 11 companies for great conversation, networking, and collaboration.

A special thank you to AJ Grome and the team at E.C. Shaw for hosting the meetup. The Boars Room provided a one-of-a-kind setting and the perfect backdrop for an evening of meaningful conversations with fellow FTA members.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to connect, share ideas, and help strengthen the flexographic community. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

08/06/2026

Real conversations. Real connections. IRL.⁠
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Join IRL: Emerging Leaders Meetup, powered by TLMI's Label Leaders of Tomorrow (LLT) and FTA's LIFT, for an afternoon of networking with emerging professionals from across the label, packaging, and printing industries.⁠
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Meet peers, exchange ideas, grow your network, and enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages, all in a relaxed environment designed to make connecting easy. Plus, we'll have an interactive networking activity (and no, you won't have to share a random fun fact about yourself ).⁠
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September 16⁠
⁠4:00–5:00 p.m.⁠
Spotlight Stage, LOUPE⁠
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Come for the connections. Stay for the community. Leave with a stronger network.⁠

Register today: https://web.tlmi.com/atlas/events/irl-emerging-leaders-meetup-powered-by-tlmi-llt-and-fta-lift-1069/details
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08/05/2026

Don't miss your chance to save.

Early bird registration for the 2026 FTA Technical Conference is ending soon!

Bring your questions. Bring your curiosity. Bring your inner print nerd. Shorter format. Sharper focus. More room for technical conversations that actually matter.

Register now before early bird pricing ends.

September 30 – October 1 in Atlanta, GA

Register today: https://www.flexography.org/fta-technical-conference-2026/register/

08/04/2026

Flexographic printers and converters, we want to hear from you.

The FTA is conducting the 2027 FTA Workforce Gaps Survey to better understand the workforce challenges facing our industry.

Your feedback will help shape future workforce initiatives, career pathways, recruiting resources, and training programs that address the industry's most pressing hiring needs.

Take the survey today: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FTAworkforce

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08/03/2026

Can you spot the difference between a print defect and its root cause?

Join FIRST Friday Episode #13: Top Defects in Flexo for a practical look at some of the most common print defects seen in flexographic printing—and what they can tell you about your process.

Led by FTA's Director of Technical Education, Kenny Tucker, this 30-minute session will walk through real examples of defects like misregister, slurring, moiré, ink bleed, hickeys, feathering, fill-in, halo, mottling, pinholing, and dot gain. You'll learn how to identify these issues through visual inspection and connect them to practical corrective actions that can improve print quality.

Friday, August 7 at 12:00 p.m. ET

Register today: https://www.flexography.org/first-friday-episode-13-top-defects-in-flexo/

07/31/2026

Pet food packaging is evolving,and so are the opportunities for flexography.

In the latest issue of FLEXO Magazine, explore the market trends shaping pet food packaging, from changing consumer preferences and premium branding to sustainability, packaging innovation, and long-term growth. Learn how converters and suppliers can position themselves to meet the demands of one of packaging's fastest-growing segments.

Read the full feature in the latest issue of FLEXO Magazine: https://www.flexography.org/may-june-2026-issue/



07/30/2026

Start planning your FTA Technical Conference experience.

The Schedule is now available, helping you plan for two days filled with technical education, industry collaboration, networking, and practical solutions designed to move flexography forward.

From emerging technologies and AI to print quality research and interactive technical discussions, this year's conference is fresh, alive, and different.

Take a look at what's ahead, start planning your visit to Atlanta, and register today.

September 30 – October 1 in Atlanta, GA

View the Schedule: https://www.flexography.org/ftc-schedule/

Register Now: https://www.flexography.org/fta-technical-conference-2026/register/



07/29/2026

Starting a career in flexography is about more than building technical skills, it's about building connections.

The Women of Flexo Mentorship Program helps connect emerging professionals with experienced industry leaders who offer guidance, encouragement, and real-world insight to help navigate the next step in their careers.

Learn about the program and how to apply: https://womenofflexo.org/blog/the-power-of-mentorship-through-women-of-flexo/

Applications for the 2026–2027 Women of Flexo Mentorship Program are open now, but don't wait! The application deadline is August 1.