Flexible packaging has become one of the fastest-growing segments in the packaging industry.
From food and beverage products to pet food, household goods, pharmaceuticals, and personal
care items, brands are increasingly choosing flexible packaging because it offers excellent product
protection while reducing material usage, transportation costs, and environmental impact.
At the same time, brands are demanding shorter production runs, faster turnaround times, greater
SKU variety, and more customized packaging solutions. Meeting these demands requires advanced
printing technology that delivers both productivity and exceptional print quality.

Flexible packaging offers several key advantages:
• Reduced material consumption compared to rigid packaging
• Lower shipping and storage costs due to lighter weight
• Extended product shelf life through advanced barrier technologies
• Greater design freedom and shelf appeal
• Improved sustainability through reduced waste and resource utilization
• High-speed production for increased throughput
• Excellent print quality with vibrant colors and sharp details
• Reliable performance across a variety of flexible packaging substrates
• Efficient job changeovers that minimize downtime
• Consistent repeatability from run to run
• Support for short, medium, and longer production runs

One of the biggest challenges converters face today is balancing productivity with flexibility.
The FP790 addresses this challenge by helping operators reduce setup times and maximize press
uptime. Faster job transitions allow more jobs to be completed each shift, improving overall
equipment effectiveness and helping converters respond quickly to customer demands.

The FP790 delivers:

• Consistent color reproduction
• Smooth gradients and fine text detail
• Strong image quality across a variety of packaging formats
• Reliable registration and print consistency

Flexible packaging continues to reshape the packaging industry by offering cost-effective,
sustainable, and consumer-friendly solutions.
The FP790 press provides the combination of speed, quality, reliability, and efficiency needed to
succeed in this evolving market. By enabling converters to produce exceptional packaging while
improving productivity and reducing waste, the FP790 positions manufacturers to meet today’s
demands and prepare for tomorrow’s.

Please join us for this year’s Susquehanna Litho Club Social Event featuring Printing BINGO! We will be gathering to network and play BINGO for goodies & cash prizes. Please invite anyone who is interested in or involved in the printing industry! A drink voucher will be given to any member who invites a new member to attend the event. Anyone to sign up to become a new member will also receive one free drink voucher.

The Susquehanna Litho Club is always looking for new members and this is a perfect time to explore and see if you will be interested in joining us. We will have information and benefits on becoming a member, along with discounts on membership if you sign up at this event. More importantly, let’s all gather together to have a night of fun and games! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Tell your friends, tell your students, tell a small business owner near you!

At Engle Printing & Publishing Co., Inc. (EPC), we are proud to connect with students and introduce them to the exciting career opportunities available in the media, publishing, and communications industries. As a locally owned and operated company, we produce community newspapers, magazines, digital content, and marketing solutions that keep residents informed and businesses connected.

During Student Career Day, students will learn how a story moves from an idea to publication, explore the technology behind modern printing and digital media, and discover the many career paths that support a successful publishing organization. These careers include journalism, graphic design, photography, marketing, advertising sales, customer service, information technology, production, distribution, and business operations.
Our team members will share their experiences, discuss the skills needed to succeed in today’s workplace, and provide insight into how creativity, communication, teamwork, and technology work together to produce high-quality publications and digital content.

EPC is committed to supporting the next generation of professionals by helping students explore career options, understand workplace expectations, and learn how their interests and talents can translate into rewarding careers. We look forward to inspiring students to consider the many opportunities available within the ever-evolving media and publishing industry.

Main Takeaways for Students:
Explore careers in media, publishing, and marketing.
Learn about journalism, graphic design, advertising, and technology.
Understand how newspapers and digital content are created and distributed
Discover the importance of communication, creativity, and teamwork in the workplace.
Connect classroom learning to real-world career opportunities.

About Engle Printing & Publishing:
EPC is a leading community media company serving readers and businesses through newspapers, magazines, digital platforms, and marketing solutions. By combining traditional publishing with modern digital strategies, the company helps communities stay informed and connected.

This is a great opportunity to see the Lancaster Stormers in action against the High Point Rockers! The club has reserved the picnic area for the evening. Your admission will include a ticket to the game which starts at 6:45 p.m. and the buffet which lasts from 6-8 p.m. The Hess’s BBQ 2-hour all-you-can-eat buffet includes Pulled Pork BBQ, Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Mac & Cheese, Pickles, Garden Salad, Grandma’s Cookies, Soda and Water. This is a thank you from the club for your support during the year!

If you are not a member and are wondering how you can attend, please join the club. Any club member or board member can sponsor you, just ask us at a meeting. Hope to see everyone at the ball field!

How would you like a great day of fun, networking, and investing in the future of your industry? It is that time of year to plan for the Annual Susquehanna Litho Club Golf Outing! Our annual tournament is being held at the Manor Golf Club in Sinking Spring on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The shotgun start will be at 12:50 PM, and there will be a dinner banquet and prizes following the round of golf. 

Also, please consider contributing as an event sponsor! For only $110.00 you can have your company name, logo, and address posted on a Tee Box sign at one of the tee boxes for everyone to see throughout the day. 

We are also accepting giveaway items such as gift cards, shirts, hats, balls, etc. that you may wish to donate as door prizes! 

If you have been an event sponsor in the past, we sincerely thank you for your support and ask for your support again. If you have not had the opportunity in the past to become an event sponsor, we extend an invitation to you to do so. It takes support from all of you to enable the Susquehanna Litho Club to reward qualified student with the means to further their pursuit of a higher education in the graphic arts field. 

Please take a moment to consider the many opportunities that exist to support the Susquehanna Litho Club and the Scholarship Fund. Please feel free to contact Brian Keck with any questions or concerns. The SLC thanks you in advance for all of your time and consideration!

Heidelberg’s Integrated Ecosystem combines the Jetfire digital printing platform, Prinect
workflow software, and advanced Postpress solutions into a connected, end-to-end
production environment. Prinect serves as the central hub, automating job management,
production planning, color control, and data exchange between printing and finishing
operations. This seamless integration enables Jetfire to deliver high-quality digital print
output while downstream Postpress equipment automatically receives job-specific
production data, reducing manual intervention, setup times, and waste. The result is a
highly efficient, data-driven workflow that helps commercial printers and packaging
producers improve productivity, accelerate turnaround times, maintain consistent quality,
and respond more effectively to the growing demand for shorter runs and customized
applications.

Thomas Cummings is Vice President of Sales for Heidelberg USA, bringing nearly
37 years of experience with one of the world’s leading providers of print and
packaging solutions. Tom joined Heidelberg after earning a Bachelor of
Science in Mechanical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI).
While advancing his career and supporting Heidelberg operations across
the country, he continued his education and earned an MBA from Boston
College. Throughout his tenure, Tom has held a variety of leadership and
technical positions, including Mechanical Engineer in New York City, Field
Service Engineer in Boston, Service Manager in Kennesaw, Georgia, and Sales
Account Manager in Connecticut and Massachusetts. These roles provided him with
extensive experience across engineering, customer support, operations, and sales.
Today, Tom leads sales strategy and customer engagement efforts across the Eastern United States. His
diverse background allows him to provide customers with a unique perspective that combines technical
expertise, business insight, and a deep understanding of the printing industry. Known for his customerfocused
approach and commitment to long-term partnerships, Tom has built a reputation as a trusted
advisor and respected leader within Heidelberg and throughout the industry.