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The Flexographic Technical Association, or FTA, is a professional organization that has been a part of the flexographic printing industry for over 65 years.[1] The FTA was established in 1958 and has since been a member of the flexographic and in-line converting industry.[2] As an organization, the FTA offers its members articles, annual events, and resources.[2] The FTA Foundation, or FFTA, provides students with scholarships and educational resources.[2]
The FTA operates as a 501(c)(6) non-profit.[3]
Events
[edit]FORUM & INFOFLEX
This conference/exhibition allows individuals in the flexography field to find more information about technology and training, while connecting with other industry professionals.[4] The 2025 event was hosted in early May in Pittsburgh, PA.[4]
FTA Fall Technical Conference
The FTA Fall Technical Conference is a chance to bring together flexographic professionals to discover innovations and trends in the packaging/printing and converting industries.[5] The 2025 event will be hosted in Orlando, FL.[5]
Awards
[edit]FTA award recipients are announced in conjunction with the FORUM & INFOFLEX event.[6]
2025 FTA Hall of Fame Member
The FTA began the Hall of Fame in 1962.[7] The goal of this honor is to recognize individuals who make large contributions to both the FTA and the flexographic industry.[7]
2025 Hall of Fame Member Inductee: Bettylyn Krafft[8]
Sustainability Excellence Award
This award is presented to companies for their sustainability programs.[9]
| Company Name | Product |
|---|---|
| XSYS | Nyoflex eco series plates |
| GEW | AeroLED2 UV LED curing system |
Technical Innovation Award
This award recognizes technical innovation in the package production industry.[11]
| Company Name | Product |
|---|---|
| FastBridge | Bridge Sleeve Adapter |
| BOBST | Digital Inspection Table (DIT) |
| Techkon USA | Automated color management system, SpectroVision |
FTA President's Award
This award was established over 30 years ago and recognizes individuals that represent a strong and steady commitment to advancing the flexographic industry.[12]
2025 President's Award Winner: Brad Gasque[12]
Foundation of FTA Scholarships
These scholarships are given to high school seniors or undergraduate students who plan to pursue a degree in flexography/graphic communications.[13]
Excellence in Flexography Awards:
This award recognizes consistent flexo printing.[9]
| Company Name | Category | Product |
|---|---|---|
| McDowell Label | Narrow Web | RYZE Godzilla Strawberry Mango pre-workout dietary supplement label |
| PPC Flex | Mid Web | Freeze Nums sour salted caramel and berry |
| Mondi Jackson | Wide Web | Instinct Ultimate Protein Cat Skin and Coat, 10lb bag |
| Marvaco Oy | Combined Corrugated | Carlsberg, 18-pack pilsner |
| WestRock | Preprinted Linerboard | Pampers My Little Pony Easy Ups, 74 pack |
| MackayMitchell Envelope Co | Envelope | Animal rescue |
External Links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ "FTA expands to broader package printing industry | Labels & Labeling". www.labelsandlabeling.com. 2025-03-19. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ a b c "Flexographic Technical Association overview - services, products, equipment data and more | Explorium". explorium.ai. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
- ^ Roberts, Andrea Suozzo, Alec Glassford, Ash Ngu, Brandon (2013-05-09). "Flexographic Technical Association Inc - Nonprofit Explorer". ProPublica. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link) - ^ a b "FORUM & INFOFLEX 2025 in David L. Lawrence Convention Center". expofp.com. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ a b "Kim Madigan to chair 2025 FTA Fall Technical Conference". Label and Narrow Web. 2024-11-05. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ a b "FTA Excellence in Flexography award winners announced | Labels & Labeling". www.labelsandlabeling.com. 2025-05-06. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
- ^ a b Justice, Ashley (2018-05-14). "Lon Robinson 2018 FTA Hall of Fame | Flexographic Technical Association | 2018 FTA Hall of Fame". Tension Envelope & Print. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Bettylyn Krafft gets inducted into FTA Hall of Fame | Labels & Labeling". www.labelsandlabeling.com. 2025-05-06. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ a b "FTA Announces Call For Entries In 2025 Award Competitions". The Ruskin Group. 2024-10-31. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "XSYS, GEW capture FTA Sustainability Excellence Awards". Label and Narrow Web. 2025-05-05. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
- ^ a b "FTA names three 2025 Technical Innovation Award winners". Label and Narrow Web. 2025-05-05. Retrieved 2025-06-25.
- ^ a b "Brad Gasque named FTA President's Award winner". Label and Narrow Web. 2025-05-05. Retrieved 2025-06-30.
- ^ "Foundation of Flexographic Technical Association Scholarship - BigFuture Scholarship Search". bigfuture.collegeboard.org. Retrieved 2025-06-30.