Flair Packaging Expands Canadian Operations with New Presses and Facilities

Flair Packaging expands Canadian operations with new presses and laminators at its Calgary plant, adding 35,000ft² of space. The move is part of a series of planned expansions to strengthen its Canadian manufacturing platform. The new installations enhance the company's ability to offer complete, speciality packaging solutions. Flair president Young So said the expansion aims to help brands stay agile in the face of changing demand by integrating advanced material innovation with onshore manufacturing.

Flair Packaging has announced significant expansions to its Canadian manufacturing capabilities, including the installation of a 10-color flexographic press and a solventless laminator at its Calgary plant. The company has also acquired a second plant in Calgary, adding 35,000 square feet of warehouse and production space. This investment marks the first in a series of planned expansions aimed at strengthening Flair’s Canadian manufacturing platform [1][2].

The new installations are part of a strategic effort to enhance Flair's ability to offer complete, specialty packaging solutions. The 10-color flexographic press and solventless laminator will enable the company to deliver customized laminates with varying thickness, barrier, and performance requirements. This capability will help brands enhance their packaging's visibility and competitive advantage in the marketplace [1][2].

Young So, Flair's President and Owner, emphasized that the expansion is driven by a need to address supply chain vulnerabilities exposed by recent disruptions. "We took that as a signal to evolve," So said. "We saw an opportunity to help brands stay agile in the face of changing demand by integrating advanced material innovation with onshore manufacturing. Our goal has always been to make high-performance, value-added packaging solutions more accessible to the North American market."

The new investments will bolster Flair's existing North American platform, which includes a wide range of high and standard barrier materials. These materials are available as roll stock for various applications, such as FFS, lidding, and thermoforming, as well as premade pouch formats with optional features like valves and spouts. The company also maintains a robust inventory program of unprinted, ready-to-label roll stock and pouch options, offering flexible solutions for diverse packaging needs [1][2].

So expressed confidence that the new facilities will uphold the company's high standards of quality and service, ensuring that Flair remains a reliable packaging partner. "For over 30 years, Flair has built its success on delivering the highest caliber of quality and service, no matter where we manufacture. That promise remains at the core of everything we do," So explained. "I'm confident we've achieved that - and now, as we look to the next 20 years and beyond, our focus is on strengthening Flair’s position as a streamlined, innovative packaging partner."

Flair Packaging's expansion in Calgary is a significant step in the company's ongoing efforts to strengthen its manufacturing capabilities and meet the evolving needs of its clients.

References:
[1] https://www.flairpackaging.com/post/flair-packaging-expands-north-american-capabilities-capacity
[2] https://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/manufacturing/flair-packaging-installs-new-machines-and-acquires-35000-sf-plant-in-calgary-311058/