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Nerelle Branson Member NSW Ian Montgomery Associate VICSergio Palacio Associate SA

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ON-LINE FUNDAMENTALS OF PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY BITE-SIZED MODULESNOW AVAILABLE IN AUSTRALASIA THROUGH THE AIP. SPECIAL PRICING FOR AIP MEMBERS.

In today’s challenging packaging environment, you can’t afford to make mistakes or overlook the critical details that cost precious time and money. You need the knowledge—from materials properties and selection to transport packaging issues—that can help you make better decisions regarding your company’s packaging dollars—now.

The Institute of Packaging Professionals’ Fundamentals of Packaging Technology is now available to the packaging industry in Australasia through AIP’s partnership with IoPP—respected for decades as the trusted authority for continuing packaging education in the USA.

Fundamentals of Packaging Technology on-line is set up for the convenience of busy working professionals, and the training platform is functionally intuitive. Complete your training when your time allows, and at your own pace. Wherever you are, the course goes with you! Fundamentals of Packaging Technology on-line course content is developed by IoPP in consultation with packaging subject matter experts at leading global consumer packaged goods companies who face packaging challenges just like yours.

Take the complete course and learn about all the major segments of packaging—and beyond. Or customise your training by selecting from 12 lesson bundles organised by topic, or from single lessons as short as 30 minutes. Fundamentals on-line spans 42 modules and 27 hours of content that is recognised for its quality by the World Packaging Organisation.

The Fundamentals of Packaging Technology on-line course is ideal training to prepare for the Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) exam offered through the AIP and the IoPP.

To find out more about the bite-sized modules visit http://aipack.com.au/education/fundamentals-of-packaging-technology-on-line-course/

NEEDING TO FILL KNOWLEDGE GAPS? NEED A BROAD INTRODUCTION TO PACKAGING?

JOIN THE AIP LINKED IN GROUP TODAY

The AIP recognises the changing role of social media as an additional means of reaching our members, sponsors, and industry contacts across Australasia as an international group. The AIP has a Linked in Group and we invite you to join your peers who have already connected. Linkedin: Australian Institute of Packaging.

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DON’T MISS OUT ON THE LATEST AIP ACTIVITIES FOR 2015ALL MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND ANY EVENTS ACROSS AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALANDTo register to attend any of the events simply email info@aipack.com.au or visit the events page on www.aipack.com.au

FOODBANK CHRISTMAS HAMPER PACKING DAY

When:Where:What:

Friday the 4th of DecemberOfficers Mess, Victoria BarracksMembers spend the day packing Foodbank Hampers to distribute to those in need at Christmas; many of whom are without employment, families with young children and living on the poverty line.

QLD

AIP/SPE TECHNICAL DINNER

TOOHEYS BREWERY SITE VISITMEMBERS ONLY - WAITING LIST ONLY

INTRODUCTION TO PRODUCT IDENTIFICATIONHALF-DAY TRAINING COURSE

INTEGRATED PACKAGING SITE VISIT

AIP/SCAA TECHNICAL DINNER

AIP/SCLAA TECHNICAL LOUNGE

When: Thursday 6th of AugustWhere: Oatlands Golf Course Club HouseSpeakers:

When: Thursday 17th of SeptemberWhere: Tooheys Brewery, Lidcombe

When: Wednesday 5th of AugustWhere: Box Hill Golf ClubWhat:

Panel Includes:

When: Thursday 22nd of OctoberWhere: 1330 Thirteenthirty, ScoresbyWhat:

Presenter:

When: Thursday 3rd of SeptemberWhere: Integrated Packaging 83-85 Banbury Road, Reservoir

When: Wednesday 28th of OctoberWhere: Box Hill Golf Club

Marlene Cronje-Vermeulen MAIPPackaging TechnologistDiageo Australia

The Technical Lounge will include a panel discussion on ‘Understanding the Packaging Supply Chain’.

Jackie Smiles MAIPEnvironment and Sustainability ManagerBlackmores Ltd

NSW

VIC

NSW

VIC

VIC

VIC

Thursday 20th & Friday 21st AugustSofitel Hotel Brisbane

2015 Queensland

BUILDING the SUPPLY CHAIN BRAND• ADAPT • BALANCE • CONNECT

More than 5000 delegates from across Australasia have attended the Queensland Supply Chain & Logistics Conference in its 16 year history. Will you be among the delegates in 2015?

When:Where:What:

www.qldscc.com

QLD

* = 3 CPE's

* = 3 CPE's

* = 3 CPE's

* = 1 CPE

* = 1 CPE

Fernando Costa AlmadaTechnical Sales Manager Asia & OceaniaBraskem S.AINTERNATIONAL SPEAKER

* = 12.5 CPE's

This course gives an insight into product identification requirements through the supply chain and the technology needed to achieve compliance as well as process improvements.

Mark DingleyGeneral Manager - OperationsMatthews Australasia

NEW COURSE

Misbah Khan Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIPPackaging Productivity Lead: Corrugate & LogisticsMondelēz International

Lance KeillorNational Commercial ManagerCamerons Transport

Craig JacksonGroup General Manager Procurement & SupplyOrora Limited

MY MENTOR COURAGEOUS WOMANTHE INDUSTRY MENTORING PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR WOMEN; WHETHER YOU ARE STARTING YOUR CAREER OR IN NEED OF A KICKSTART! REGISTRATIONS NOW OPEN FOR THE 2015 PROGRAM!

EARLY BIRD OFFER FOR REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED BY FRIDAY 28TH AUGUST:  $650 PER PERSON + GST & P&H REGISTRATIONS FOR THE 2015 PROGRAM MUST BE RECEIVED BY THURSDAY 10TH SEPTEMBER

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HERE IS THE CONTENT:Module 1 Lead Like a Woman.Module 2 Stop procrastinating – it’s time for action.Module 3 Personal branding – understand what you are selling.Module 4 Build a plan – your strategy for your life and career.Module 5 Taking calculated risks – shift your mindset.Module 6 Raising your visibility and selling yourself.Module 7 The power of networking.Module 8 Communicate to be heard.Module 9 Understanding male and female style differences.Module 10 Influence and negotiate win-win outcomes.Module 11 Striking the balance.Module 12 Go for the KNOCKOUT and make it happen!

THIS IS HOW IT WORKS:1. Sign up for the program.2. Receive your copy of My Mentor Courageous

Woman.3. Program launch (webinar).4. Fortnightly webinars – where you can

participate and share your story.5. Connection with an industry ‘peer group’.6. LinkedIn Group for all participants to connect

and network with each other.

THE GREAT NEWS IS THAT IT CAN BE DONE FROM WHEREVER YOU ARE.

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FOOD SAFETY - PACKAGING STANDARDS COURSE HEADED TO NSW

T he AIP recently ran their new Food Safety - Packaging Standards & Regulations Half-Day Training Course in NSW where 15 attendees were made aware of the regulations and standards affecting those in the food industry. The attendees gained knowledge about the various aspects of food safety, the critical situation of food waste and what can be done, through improved packaging awareness in safety, that will go along way in helping the situation.

It was encouraging to see that the majority of attendees shared their experiences and frustrations in trying to understand the requirements of the standard and how it affects them. There was plenty of class discussions which was encouraged to foster and enhance the learning aspect of the course content. Attendees were treated to a superb lunch where all the plates were left clean having just learnt about food safety and food waste. In the coming months participants will be challenged in their workplace ensuring that the standards are met and sharing with others how best to achieve this. They also all went away with a supportive contact person with whom they can directly liaise with at Food Standards Australia and New Zealand.

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POSITION VACANT

Argenta is a New Zealand owned company that undertakes contract R&D and manufacturing for global and local organisations specialising in animal health products. They have state of the art manufacturing facilities located in Auckland, NZ and extensive Research & Development capabilities located in Kansas USA, New Jersey USA and Auckland. They pride themselves on the uniqueness of their development and manufacturing abilities and the

skills and qualities of their team.

Their R&D Packaging team are looking for a Senior Packaging Engineer/Technologist who is ‘Driven by Innovation’ and is able to generate creative and inventive solutions, you will also be someone who has the ‘Commitment’ to meet multiple and tight deadlines without compromising on quality, professionalism and meeting customer expectations. They have strongly embedded company values which are key to who they are and how they deliver, whether it’s internal or external relationships.

This is a role that requires a balance of creativity and being process orientated – there will never be a dull moment as you will utilise your technical expertise to translate what their clients want into the full packaging design solution.

If variety and challenge is your thing, they will keep you busy with:• Providing technical input into R&D packaging selection, procurement and specification.• Ensuring packaging development activities are executed within required timeframes.• Provide technical advice and recommendations to management on packaging improvements.• Working closely with Formulators and Process Engineers to develop appropriate procedures.• Responsible for securing required regulatory compliance for packaging and supporting documentation for drug products.• Supports/supervises execution of PKIS and packaging protocols.

Your background and experience will be:• 10+ years hands on experience within pharmaceutical or food packaging design, selection and qualification.• Strong analytical and research capabilities from development of new product and materials engineering.• GMP experience from design to validation.• Experienced in MS Office tools (intermediate level).• CAD or Solidworks experience (intermediate level). Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) would be desirable.• Ability to translate client packaging brief into detailed specifications for primary, secondary and tertiary packaging.• Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written).• Excellent relationship building skills and the ability to engage at all levels (both internally and externally).

They are looking for a customer centric personality who thrives in working as part of a team. Your ability to think outside the box whilst ensuring work is kept on target and internal stakeholders and clients expectations are being met will set you apart from the rest!

If this sounds like you, please email your CV and a covering letter to Tasi.Pocock@argenta.co.nz letting them know why you are interested in this position and what you would bring to the role. For more information about Argenta, visit their website www.argentaglobal.com

SENIOR PACKAGING ENGINEER

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WPO & THE AIP CONTINUES TRAINING IN SINGAPORE

A s part of the commitment that the World Packaging Organisation (WPO) has made to education around the globe it continues to educate more people in the science and

technology of packaging, thus ensuring better quality of life through better packaging for more people. The AIP, supported by the WPO, recently took education to Singapore by way of an interactive forum with industry leaders; a conference on the future of the packaging industry; and a series of collaborative clusters. As the Education Director for both the AIP and the WPO, Pierre Pienaar FAIP, CPP, coordinated the educational program for Singapore; which was customised to suit the regions needs, as per all of the WPO education programs.

Singapore is vibrant, developed with an advanced industry sector which continues to strive towards establishing and ensuring that they remain at the forefront of technology.

This training related to the needs of the Singapore industry involved seven presenters covering topics such as packaging in the supply chain, sustainable packaging, electronic smart packaging, global trends affecting the Singapore packaging industry, social responsibility in packaging and the latest in smart packaging materials.

During the collaborative cluster sessions attendees were encouraged to relate their issues that involved the topics presented and in so doing collaboratively find solutions.The 100 odd attendees were encouraged to implement into their respective workplaces aspects learnt during training. A follow up session will be encouraged so as to gather feedback regarding implementation and to start the process again making it a continuous learning experience. The Packaging Council of Singapore along with the Singapore Manufacturing Federation are to be commended on this collaborative learning approach, seeking a new future within the packaging industry in their region.

AIP PARTNERS

Find out how your company can become a partner of the AIP by emailing info@aipack.com.au

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AIP PARTNERS WITH UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE MASTER DEGREE PROGRAM

The AIP, in collaboration with the University of Melbourne (UoM), recently completed a most interesting, fruitful and encouraging week of focussed packaging technology learning. The

Food Packaging Materials and Processes unit forms part of the newly created Master Degree in Food and Packaging Innovation, which was developed by Mondelēz International, UoM and AIP. The week of learning was held at the UoM Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences.

The FOOD 90031 - Food Packaging Materials and Processes lecturing was led by Pierre Pienaar FAIP, CPP, along with seven experienced presenters from industry, specifically chosen by the AIP, to deliver the industry-based content. Dr Anneline Padayachee, the course leader from UoM, is to be commended on her professional approach and the manner in which she led and interfaced with the AIP lecturing team. The 15 students from all parts of the globe enjoyed this high-level intensive learning, some saying it gave them a completely new understanding and appreciation for packaging. Certainly some found it daunting and one student stated that, ‘It was a week of information overload’, This learning week was structured in such a way that lectures took place from 9.00 am - 5.30 pm each day, with one day being a site visit.

A huge thank you must go out to Cryovac, who hosted all the students on factory tours through their Tullamarine and Fawkner manufacturing facilities. The students found the site visits most interesting as none had ever visited a factory of any nature before. A collaborative learning approach resulted in it being a thought provoking experience with many questions being asked at the end of each factory tour. The week ended with an oral exam followed a week later by the first of two assignments. The UoM and AIP have formed a unique constructive partnership between academia and industry for the betterment of our future packaging leaders in the region.

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WHAT’S NEW IN THE FIFTH EDITION• Peer-reviewed and improved by nearly 100 subject

matter experts in all areas of packaging to add to the previous work of Walter Soroka.

• New insights reflecting the contributions of numerous packaging veterans at the industry’s leading trade associations and consumer product companies.

• Two new chapters: packaging law and packaging and the environment.

• Completely rewritten, updated and newly illustrated chapter on fiberboard.

• Updated content in every chapter.• New discussions on design, digital printing, smart

packaging, bioplastics, supply chains and more.• Expanded section on pharmaceutical packaging.• A comprehensive chapter review questions answer key

in the back of the book.• References to websites for additional reading.• New and revised illustrations, photography and tables

to enhance understanding of packaging principles.

Over 748 pages, Fundamentals of Packaging Technology, Fifth Edition gives you the most authoritative, current and comprehensive information available on all the major areas of packaging! Clear and concise, with easy-to-understand explanations from IoPP technical committee members and experts at the industry’s leading packaging associations.

FUNDAMENTALS OF PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY TEXTBOOK

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HEIGHTENED consumer awareness today of social and environ-mental issues is due partly to successful campaigning on the part of environmental groups, and also to developments in legislation driven by mega-trends such as climate change

and the desire to prevent the loss of biodi-versity. Consequently, a growing number of informed consumers are choosing sus-tainable consumption, which in turn prompts companies large and small to provide more sustainable offerings.UPM Raflatac is one such company. For-est certified papers from UPM Raflatac are part of the company’s sustainability approach where the sustainable and legal origin of wood fibres can be verified. UPM Raflatac offers more than 700 certi-fied label products today – in 2009 there were none.

WHAT ARE FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS?Forest certification verifies sustainable and legal logging and that the forests are well-managed. It’s crucial to maintaining and enhancing the goods and services provided by the forest. We need to link sustainable forests to the marketplace, and that link can be provided by forestry certified papers. It’s a certification that plays an important role in ensuring the traceability of wood from its origin through the entire supply chain, and en-ables companies to provide third party verification of the claims they make to their customers.

WHY ARE FOREST CERTIFICATION SCHEMES IMPORTANT?In response to growing concern over glob-al deforestation, forest certification schemes such as FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and PEFC (the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes) aim to prevent illegal and un-sustainable practices. Estimates indicate that half the world’s forests have already undergone some transformation, and it is necessary to ensure balance between us-ing the forest as a resource and preventing its destruction.

WHEN CAN FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS BE USED?Forest certified papers are used in a vast array of applications and the CoC of these papers can be passed along the supply chain if all entities where the paper is converted are certified – timber suppliers, paper manufacturers, printers and brand owners, for example. Only then are com-panies eligible to use the relevant logos on paper and other forest-derived products in their product marketing to promote re-sponsible material sourcing.

WILL FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS BECOME COMPULSORY?Forest certification is a voluntary pro-cess, and this is at the heart of its effec-tiveness – it is a platform for forest owners, forest industry stakeholders and environmental organisations to come together and find solutions to im-prove forest management practices.

HAVE YOU SEEN DEMAND FOR FOREST CERTIFIED PAPER PRODUCTS INCREASING IN THE MARKET?Yes, we have seen demand rising for sus-tainable paper products and we expect this will continue as consumers become

more aware and educated about sustainabil-ity issues, and as governments introduce tighter legislation to ensure wood-based products are not illegally harvested.

Since November 2014 the Australian Government has been conducting routine compliance assessments on businesses that import wood-based products, including pa-per, in accordance with the provisions of the Department of Agriculture Illegal Log-ging Prohibition Regulations. Organisa-tions need to show that they have under-taken a due diligence process to minimise the risk of importing illegally logged tim-ber into Australia.

FROM A BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE, WHAT DIFFERENTIATION CAN FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS PROVIDE?In an increasingly competitive market-place, businesses can utilise forest certi-fied papers to position brands as leading in environmental responsibility.

WHY DOES UPM RAFLATAC SUPPLY BOTH FSC AND PEFC FOREST CERTIFIED PAPER PRODUCTS?Both FSC and PEFC are credible interna-tional forest certification systems that promote sustainable forestry. We believe

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ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ATTAINING THE INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND HIGHLY-VALUED CERTIFIED PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL (CPP)® CREDENTIAL?

ASK THE AIP HOWINFO@AIPACK.COM.AU OR PH: +61 7 3278 4490

Forest-certified papers are often described as Chain of Custody (CoC) certified papers, a term that’s widely used and plays an important role in the labelling industry. In this Q&A, Dr Carol Lawrence FAIP, environment and sustainability specialist at UPM Raflatac, provides a clear outline of what CoC means to the industry.

Unlocking the Chain of Custody

PIERRE Pienaar was recently announced as the recipient of the first Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designa-tion in Australasia.

Pienaar is a former president of The Aus-tralian Institute of Packaging (AIP) and vice-president on the World Pack-aging Organisation (WPO) board.

The AIP launched the program in partnership with the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP).

There are currently close to 2000 packaging professionals worldwide that have attained the CPP, and it is hoped many others will seek it in Australasia.

Pienaar said the CPP program helps the international packaging fraternity better understand the

level of knowledge and expertise one has in the packaging field.

“The CPP designation is based on cur-rent skills and expertise, as each candi-date requires re-certification every three years,” he said.

“The pro-gram ensures candidates are regularly keep-ing abreast of current pack-aging trends, i n n o v a t i o n s

and knowledge, and that packaging tech-nologists are on the same level playing field globally.”

He believes attaining CPP accredita-tion to be a strong investment in his pro-fessional development.

“It's a commitment to excellence in the global packaging profession,” he said.

“I would like to encourage all those that seek to make packaging their profes-sion, and who wish to be recognised in a vibrant and ever-changing industry, to pursue this internationally accepted packaging designation.

“Having the CPP program now avail-able in Australasia allows packaging professionals the opportunity to join recognised packaging experts from around the world,” Pienaar said. ■

Taking professionalism to new heights

Pierre Pienaar is Australia’s first certified packaging professional.

it is important to work with all organisa-tions that support our aim to provide re-sponsibly sourced products.

ARE THE FSC AND PEFC LOGOS UNIVERSALLY RECOGNISED?The FSC and PEFC logos are used on a wide range of consumer goods and are in-creasingly recognised as important sym-bols associated with responsibly sourced forest products.

WHAT ASSISTANCE DOES UPM RAFLATAC PROVIDE CONVERTERS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING FORESTRY CERTIFIED?UPM Raflatac is part of a multi-site cer-tification scheme. We have experience in aligning our practices with the procedures necessary to be-come certified, and we are more than happy to share relevant i n f o r m a t i o n with customers interested in becoming certi-fied. ■

Dr Carol Lawrence FAIP

THIS ARTICLE WAS REPRODUCED WITH PERMISSION FROM PKN PACKAGING NEWS

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HEIGHTENED consumer awareness today of social and environ-mental issues is due partly to successful campaigning on the part of environmental groups, and also to developments in legislation driven by mega-trends such as climate change

and the desire to prevent the loss of biodi-versity. Consequently, a growing number of informed consumers are choosing sus-tainable consumption, which in turn prompts companies large and small to provide more sustainable offerings.UPM Raflatac is one such company. For-est certified papers from UPM Raflatac are part of the company’s sustainability approach where the sustainable and legal origin of wood fibres can be verified. UPM Raflatac offers more than 700 certi-fied label products today – in 2009 there were none.

WHAT ARE FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS?Forest certification verifies sustainable and legal logging and that the forests are well-managed. It’s crucial to maintaining and enhancing the goods and services provided by the forest. We need to link sustainable forests to the marketplace, and that link can be provided by forestry certified papers. It’s a certification that plays an important role in ensuring the traceability of wood from its origin through the entire supply chain, and en-ables companies to provide third party verification of the claims they make to their customers.

WHY ARE FOREST CERTIFICATION SCHEMES IMPORTANT?In response to growing concern over glob-al deforestation, forest certification schemes such as FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) and PEFC (the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification Schemes) aim to prevent illegal and un-sustainable practices. Estimates indicate that half the world’s forests have already undergone some transformation, and it is necessary to ensure balance between us-ing the forest as a resource and preventing its destruction.

WHEN CAN FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS BE USED?Forest certified papers are used in a vast array of applications and the CoC of these papers can be passed along the supply chain if all entities where the paper is converted are certified – timber suppliers, paper manufacturers, printers and brand owners, for example. Only then are com-panies eligible to use the relevant logos on paper and other forest-derived products in their product marketing to promote re-sponsible material sourcing.

WILL FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS BECOME COMPULSORY?Forest certification is a voluntary pro-cess, and this is at the heart of its effec-tiveness – it is a platform for forest owners, forest industry stakeholders and environmental organisations to come together and find solutions to im-prove forest management practices.

HAVE YOU SEEN DEMAND FOR FOREST CERTIFIED PAPER PRODUCTS INCREASING IN THE MARKET?Yes, we have seen demand rising for sus-tainable paper products and we expect this will continue as consumers become

more aware and educated about sustainabil-ity issues, and as governments introduce tighter legislation to ensure wood-based products are not illegally harvested.

Since November 2014 the Australian Government has been conducting routine compliance assessments on businesses that import wood-based products, including pa-per, in accordance with the provisions of the Department of Agriculture Illegal Log-ging Prohibition Regulations. Organisa-tions need to show that they have under-taken a due diligence process to minimise the risk of importing illegally logged tim-ber into Australia.

FROM A BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE, WHAT DIFFERENTIATION CAN FOREST CERTIFIED PAPERS PROVIDE?In an increasingly competitive market-place, businesses can utilise forest certi-fied papers to position brands as leading in environmental responsibility.

WHY DOES UPM RAFLATAC SUPPLY BOTH FSC AND PEFC FOREST CERTIFIED PAPER PRODUCTS?Both FSC and PEFC are credible interna-tional forest certification systems that promote sustainable forestry. We believe

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ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ATTAINING THE INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND HIGHLY-VALUED CERTIFIED PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL (CPP)® CREDENTIAL?

ASK THE AIP HOWINFO@AIPACK.COM.AU OR PH: +61 7 3278 4490

Forest-certified papers are often described as Chain of Custody (CoC) certified papers, a term that’s widely used and plays an important role in the labelling industry. In this Q&A, Dr Carol Lawrence FAIP, environment and sustainability specialist at UPM Raflatac, provides a clear outline of what CoC means to the industry.

Unlocking the Chain of Custody

PIERRE Pienaar was recently announced as the recipient of the first Certified Packaging Professional (CPP) designa-tion in Australasia.

Pienaar is a former president of The Aus-tralian Institute of Packaging (AIP) and vice-president on the World Pack-aging Organisation (WPO) board.

The AIP launched the program in partnership with the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP).

There are currently close to 2000 packaging professionals worldwide that have attained the CPP, and it is hoped many others will seek it in Australasia.

Pienaar said the CPP program helps the international packaging fraternity better understand the

level of knowledge and expertise one has in the packaging field.

“The CPP designation is based on cur-rent skills and expertise, as each candi-date requires re-certification every three years,” he said.

“The pro-gram ensures candidates are regularly keep-ing abreast of current pack-aging trends, i n n o v a t i o n s

and knowledge, and that packaging tech-nologists are on the same level playing field globally.”

He believes attaining CPP accredita-tion to be a strong investment in his pro-fessional development.

“It's a commitment to excellence in the global packaging profession,” he said.

“I would like to encourage all those that seek to make packaging their profes-sion, and who wish to be recognised in a vibrant and ever-changing industry, to pursue this internationally accepted packaging designation.

“Having the CPP program now avail-able in Australasia allows packaging professionals the opportunity to join recognised packaging experts from around the world,” Pienaar said. ■

Taking professionalism to new heights

Pierre Pienaar is Australia’s first certified packaging professional.

it is important to work with all organisa-tions that support our aim to provide re-sponsibly sourced products.

ARE THE FSC AND PEFC LOGOS UNIVERSALLY RECOGNISED?The FSC and PEFC logos are used on a wide range of consumer goods and are in-creasingly recognised as important sym-bols associated with responsibly sourced forest products.

WHAT ASSISTANCE DOES UPM RAFLATAC PROVIDE CONVERTERS WHO ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING FORESTRY CERTIFIED?UPM Raflatac is part of a multi-site cer-tification scheme. We have experience in aligning our practices with the procedures necessary to be-come certified, and we are more than happy to share relevant i n f o r m a t i o n with customers interested in becoming certi-fied. ■

Dr Carol Lawrence FAIP

THIS ARTICLE WAS REPRODUCED WITH PERMISSION FROM PKN PACKAGING NEWS

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT THE CPP® PROGRAM, COSTS AND ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA PLEASE CONTACT THE AIP ON INFO@AIPACK.COM.AU OR PH: +61 7 3278 4490

ARE YOU INTERESTED IN ATTAINING THE INTERNATIONALLY RECOGNISED AND HIGHLY-VALUED CERTIFIED PACKAGING PROFESSIONAL (CPP)® DESIGNATION?

MAKE HISTORY BY BEING ONE OF THE FIRST CERTIFIED PACKAGING PROFESSIONALS (CPP)® IN AUSTRALASIA…

ISN’T IT TIME THAT YOU JOINED RECOGNISED PACKAGING EXPERTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD WITH THE INDUSTRY’S LEADING PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATION?

Attaining the CPP® designation is an excellent investment in your professional development and the credential defines the packaging professional and allows organisations to seek out and hire the right professional based on verified knowledge, skills and industry contributions. Using the CPP® program to assess and evaluate one’s professional competency validates you as internationally proficient as a packaging professional; a cut above your peers. The Certified Packaging Professional (CPP)® designation is a registered trademark of the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP) and is now internationally recognised by both IoPP and AIP.

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?Peer reviews of each individual in multiple dimensions:· Educational background.· Industry experience.· Professional accomplishments.· Specific and relevant training.· Practical experience.· Professional contributions.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?· International and public recognition for the qualification.· CPP® post nominal that is globally recognised.· CPP® recognises the designation as a commitment

to excellence in the packaging profession.· CPP® credential demonstrates that a packaging

practitioner possesses packaging knowledge, experience and skills to the degree that they deserve recognition as a true packaging professional.