FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 1, 2008
U.S. Department of Energy Recognizes Advance Packaging’s Energy Saving Efforts
SFI Standards are met through environmentally responsible purchasing practices
Kentwood, MI — The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recognized Advance Packaging with an Energy Saver Plant award for energy saving efforts at its Jackson, MI plant. The Energy Saver Plant award through the DOE Save Energy Now program recognizes Advance Packaging for achieving over 7.5% in total energy savings.
The Save Energy Now campaign helps industrial companies find low-cost ways to save energy while improving productivity. The energy assessment is conducted for the DOE through university-based Industrial Assessment Centers.
Over 700 plants nationwide applied for and received assessments—an intensive three-day process where DOE energy experts worked closely with Tim Anthony and other key Advance Packaging key personnel to identify target opportunities. Advance Packaging is among 170 U.S. Manufacturer’s to receive a 2007 award.
You can read more about the Save Energy Now program and award winners on the DOE Industrial Technologies website at www1.eere.energy.gov/industry/saveenergynow/recognition.html
About Advance Packaging Corporation
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Advance Packaging Corporation is a leading packaging provider and one of the largest Michigan packaging suppliers. With ISO- registered and SFI-certified manufacturing facilities in Grand Rapids and Jackson, Michigan, the company designs, manufactures, and prints corrugated packaging—from standard boxes to intricate, custom-designed packaging, displays, and interior components. It also integrates foam, plastic, and other alternative materials for complete corrugated and returnable packaging solutions. The company currently serves customers in the manufacturing, industrial, retail, distribution, furniture, pharmaceuticals, publishing, electronics, and food industries.
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