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THE VOICE OF THE PLASTICS INDUSTRY IN THE WEST WPA TODAY THE NEWSLETTER OF THE WESTERN PLASTICS ASSOCIATION WWW.WESTERNPLASTICS.ORG MARCH 2016 PRESIDENT’S REPORT: REFLECTIONS ON 2015 Over the last four years issues percent reduction in packaging ing to a 2015 report from the have come up which I felt com- disposal by 2020. Topics dis- Association for Packaging and pelled to comment in this space cussed ranged from allowing Processing Technologies, “the since they were being fiercely waste-to-energy projects to unique benefits of flexible pack- contested, like the bag ban, or count towards meeting this goal, aging have made it the second had major long term ramifica- to the value of secondary MIRF’s largest packaging segment in John Picciuto, President tions to impact our environment, to achieve higher levels of recy- the U.S., representing 19% of of the Western Plastics consider the President’s Message cling. However, questions from the total $164 billion packaging Association on marine debris. I have recently the audience seemed to continue market. The format has grown realized the magnitude of another to focus on multilayer pouches. considerably in popularity over issue looming on the horizon the last decade and has contin- The issue as it relates to SUPs that will directly impact the Plas- ued to take market share in the IN THIS ISSUE: is clearly outlined by Anne Marie tics, and more specifically, the packaging industry.” The growth Mohan, Senior Editor, Packaging Packaging Industry. I believe the in this area is expected to be President’s Report 1 World: “Multilayer, mixed-mater- growing use of stand-up pouches from 3-5% and many processors ial flexible film packaging is a SoCal Meeting: April 5 2 by brand owners and retailers is are already making plans to add sustainability conundrum. a topic that will be hotly debated additional coex lines to meet In Memoriam: Papa Lou 3 Lighter in weight, using less over the next five years. With its this demand. material, and resulting in fewer Bag Bans 5 rapid market expansion, the greenhouse gas emissions than We will keep our membership pouch has now caught regulatory Recycling 11 alternative packaging formats posted as strategies are devel- attention based on the recent such as glass, aluminum, and oped to deal with the end of life Sustainability 22 day-long workshop hosted by rigid plastic, flexibles seem like concerns for this growing market CalRecycle. The goal of the recent Marine Debris 29 the most eco-friendly packaging segment and I encourage each of meeting in Sacramento was for choice. But unlike glass, alu- you to attend our annual confer- EPS 30 groups like the WPA, SPI and ACC minum, and rigid plastic, mixed- ence in Newport Beach this June to define programs and plans to Legislation 32 material flexible film cannot be to hear presentations on this meet the voluntary goal of 50 Member News 43 recovered at end of life.” Accord- and other issues of interest. • WPA SoCal Meeting: APRIL 5, 2016 SEE page 2 for complete details —> RSVP now! 1 UPCOMING WPA PROGRAM: SOCAL MEETING Are You Prepared? APRIL 5, 2016 HEAR FROM THE EXPERTS ON WHY YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT: • Employment Practice Insurance – why it’s needed, what it covers and how the industry is adopting it • New Employment Laws – do you know what you CANNOT ask a prospective employee? Guest Speakers: Linda A. Artiano, Co-head of Artiano & Associates Practices Adrian Atilano, HUB California Executive Liability Practice Leader Linda Artiano, co-head of the firm Artiano & Associates, practices in the area of employment law compliance and litigation. Repre- senting company owners, Ms. Artiano’s clients range from small to medium size (5–200 employees) manufacturing, telecommunica- tions, retail, professional services and emergency services companies to non-profit companies, on-line retail and individual food- service clients located in Southern California. Her firm is one of the Los Angeles South Bay’s premier law firms which practices mainly in the area of business law, civil litigation, including business litigation, employment law and litigation, as well as estate and succession planning. Adrian Atilano leads the HUB CA Executive Liability Practice. He is well-versed in the complex issues facing public, private and non-profit organizations in the realm of executive risk, strategically advising clients on a broad spectrum of management liability coverages, including directors and officers liability, employment practices liability, data security, and errors & omissions programs. Adrian understands the stakes are higher now more than ever for his clients. He and his team take a forward-looking view of each client’s unique risk profile ensuring that not only the right coverages are put in place, but that corporate governance issues are also incorporated. THANK YOU TO MEETING SPONSOR: NATIONAL PLASTICS COLOR In operation since 1989, National Plastics Color’s corporate location is centrally located in Wichita, Kansas, with two plants in the U.S., two in China, a warehouse in California, and a distribution center in Costa Rica. With a highly trained workforce, and using the latest technology and equipment, NPC specializes in custom color. NPC employs the latest spectrophotometric computer technology combined with highly trained and experienced staff to read your color target, define its profile, and complete a match which provides the best colorant for your needs. EVENT SPONSORSHIP: WHEN: COST: Sponsoring an upcoming WPA program is a great way to increase Tuesday, April 5, 2016 RSVP by March 31, 2016 your firm’s visibility to hundreds of 5:30 PM Registration & Networking WPA Member: $70 decision-makers within our industry. 6:30 PM Program & Dinner First-time Attendee: $70 WPA would like to add your com- Non-WPA Member: $100 pany's name to our prestigious list WHERE: of supporters! There’s a sponsorship Doubletree Hotel RSVP after March 31, 2016 option for every need and every 13111 Sycamore Drive, Norwalk, CA WPA Member: $90 budget. First-time Attendee: $90 * To reserve a hotel room, contact Joseline Nucum Contact Laurie Hansen for details on at Doubletree Hotel: 562.483.2709 Non-WPA Member: $120 how your company can market its services and products to key industry Walk-ins at the event: Add $10. professionals. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be made 48 hours prior to the event. Registration is non-transferable to another 916.930.1938 or event; send a substitute if you are unable to attend. No-shows [email protected] will be billed. RSVP today: [email protected] or 916.930.1938 THE VOICE OF THE PLASTICS INDUSTRY IN THE WEST IN MEMORIAM: PAPA LOU, A CFECA FOUNDING FATHER, PASSES AWAY BY ROGER RENSTROM, PLASTICS NEWS Louis Kestenbaum, who began An online extension of the busi- Colorado and Texas and became Elkay Plastics Co. in 1968 and ness, Elkay University, offers the largest importer of plastic was a founder of what is now the modules for training individuals bags from Taiwan. Elkay began Louis Kestenbaum, founder Western Plastics Association, in the uses of multiple types of converting to augment inventory of Elkay Plastics Co, Inc. died Feb. 14 at the age of 93. plastic bags for food service and levels as needed and started health care applications. manufacturing custom sizes and A service for Kestenbaum, known custom printing. as “Papa Lou,” took place Feb. 15 Louis Kestenbaum was a residen- at Beth Jacob Congregation in tial home builder and, during an Elkay Plastics continues under PAPA LOU MADE Beverly Hills, Calif. economic slump in 1965, looked the guidance of Louis Chertkow for a way to supplement his in- and has grown into a national AN ENDURING His family said, “He lived a good come. While at a grocery store organization. long life and made an enduring CONTRIBUTION with his wife, Trudy, he noticed contribution to the flexible pack- Kestenbaum’s survivors include TO THE FLEXIBLE that many items were packaged aging industry.” two daughters, Rene Peters and in disposable single-use plastic PACKAGING Lynda Kurtzer; two grandchildren; Kestenbaum founded Elkay bags. INDUSTRY. six great-grandchildren; and a Plastics Co. Inc. in 1968 and sold He visited facilities of Central sister, Rita Adler. Trudy, Rene and the business in 1990. Bag Co. and International Poly, Lynda worked in the business at He was a founder and former then among the biggest flexible various times. president of the California Film packaging firms. Eventually, The Orthodox synagogue in Extruders and Converters Associ- Elkay Plastics acquired both Beverly Hills, Calif., dedicated ation, now operating as the companies. its family youth department in Western Plastics Association. At the time, most polyethylene the name of Kestenbaum’s wife, Kestenbaum, with a small group bag suppliers did not maintain Trudy, who died in 2010. of other plastics company own- stocks of their most popular ers, formed CFECA in 1973 in an The Harkham Hillel Hebrew sized bags. Kestenbaum’s niche effort to deal with government Academy in Beverly Hills lists was in having many sizes in regulations. Kestenbaum as a “longtime stock, and he advertised Elkay friend and supporter” of the Commerce, Calif.-based Elkay as a “customer’s warehouse.” provider of Jewish education. Plastics manufactures and Whatever a customer needed • supplies plastic bags and has was immediately available. Reprinted with permission from distribution sites in Austell, Plastics News, February 16, 2016. 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