AIP November 2019 eNewsletter

AIP NEWS NOVEMBER 2019

AIP SAVE FOOD PACKAGING DESIGN PROJECT SURVEY FOR THE FIGHT FOOD WASTE COOPERATIVE RESEARCH CENTRE Save Food Packaging Consortium Project Title: Save Food Packaging Criteria and Framework 1.2.1 Project Leader: Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) Research Partner:

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s a core participant of the newly-established Fight Food Waste CRC the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), in conjunction with our Save Food Packaging Consortium Partners, has been working on producing Save Food Packaging design criteria and communication material for the implementation into food packaging that will lead to better packaging design, material and format selection to assist retail, food service and consumers to minimise and prevent food waste.

The first stage of the AIP Project is to undertake an on-line survey to better understand what importance Save Food Packaging design plays in packaging development considerations.

You are invited to participate in the 'Stakeholder Review and On-line Survey of Product-Packaging Design Processes' component of the 'Save Food Packaging Design Criteria and Framework' research project within the Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre.? We are interested in learning more about current product-packaging design and development processes; consideration of designing packaging to save food; barriers, gaps and opportunities. *Please refer to Plain Language Explanation. *Please read this sheet carefully and be confident that you understand its contents before

deciding whether to participate. The outcomes of the project will be made public through the commissioned report, public briefing document, and a journal article, all completed for the Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre.

To commence the survey please use the below link. This survey will take approximately 5 minutes and your feedback is extremely important to the project. We would also ask that you please pass the survey on to all relevant stakeholders within your supply chain and invite them to participate.

Stakeholder Review and On-line Survey of Product-Packaging Design Processes On-line Survey Link.

OR, paste this URL into your web-browser: https://rmit.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_56m2SmdztTzhOLz

NEW MEMBERS The AIP would like to welcome the following new Members.

Simon Back Amanda Birch Paul Dillon Nadia Klaczkiewicz Noah Minor Evan Penn Sarah Rushton

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AIP: PEAK PROFESSIONAL BODY FOR PACKAGING EDUCATION & TRAINING IN AUSTRALASIA

DON’T MISS OUT ON THE LATEST AIP ACTIVITIES FOR 2019 ALL MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND ANY EVENTS ACROSS AUSTRALASIA

AIP/AIFST XMAS PARTY WHEN: WHAT:

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28 November AIP VIC members are invited to attend a joint Christmas Party and networking event with AIFST. Celebrate the end of another busy and successful year for both association’s and take the opportunity to connect with colleagues and friends from across the wider industry. AIP Members will receive a discount to attend.

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2019 CHRISTMAS PARTY & FOODBANK HAMPER PACKING DAY WHEN: WHAT:

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6 December The AIP have spent their Christmas Party every year for the last eight years with a twist; the Members pack Foodbank hampers for people who need some assistance from their community at Christmas time. In 2019 we aim to pack 1500 hampers for Foodbank to provide to those in need during the holiday season. The hampers will be made up of 1400 family hampers, 300 ladies packs and 100 back to school packs. Families are invited and under 18’s are free. We do hope that you join us in 2019 for this wonderful program and to help us meet the $1 million mark in donations.

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AIP STUDENTS RECEIVE GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR DIPLOMA AWARDS

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ustralia and New Zealand students take Best Student Awards for the Diploma in Packaging Technology qualification. Since 2005 the PIABC in the UK, who are the approved qualification regulator for the Diploma in Packaging Technology and the Certificate in Packaging, has annually awarded best students in the courses. The Best Student Award is given to the candidate with the best overall marks for the Diploma in Packaging Technology and since 2013 the PIABC have also been recognising the student with the best Diploma in Packaging Technology project.

This year two Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) Members have been recognised for

their outstanding results in the Diploma in Packaging Technology.

Alysha Baggett Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP, Senior Packaging Technologist, Global Packaging Support Team, Suntory Monozukuri Expert Ltd in Japan was awarded the Best Student Award for 2018/19 and Alexandra Brayshaw Dip.Pkg.Tech. MAIP, Senior Technical & Design Lead, Arthritis Australia’s Accessible Design Division was awarded Best Packaging Related Research Project 2018/19 for ‘Understanding the consumer's experience of difficult-to-open packaging and the factors contributing to these negative experiences, especially for the ageing population’.

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), who have been providing both qualifications exclusively in Australasia for the last forty years, sat down with both award winners to find out what the Diploma in Packaging Technology means to them…

WHAT IS YOUR CURRENT ROLE AND AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY? Alysha: I am currently a Senior Packaging Technologist in the Global Packaging Support Team for Suntory Monozukuri Expert Ltd in Japan (on assignment from Frucor Suntory, NZ). My current role involves OEE line improvement, new line (Aseptic PET) commissioning support, and project work with a focus on sustainability for our global group companies. From a commissioning point of view this involves blow moulder recipe development and support, checksheet development and training for our group companies. From a sustainability project point of view, especially with the new EU laws that are coming in to play there is a lot of work around rPET sourcing and new technology transfer from Japan to other regions and work around tethered caps to ensure fit for purpose with our product portfolio and consumer needs.

Alexandra: My current role is the Senior Technical & Design Lead, in Arthritis Australia’s Accessible Design Division. My role is to educate and provide decision making tools to industry and government at a design and procurement level to understand the consumer experience of products and packaging. I also coordinate the newly formed Accessible Design Alliance, which is formed from not-for-profit consumer health organisations that represent people with chronic conditions who are significantly impacted by inaccessible products and packaging.

This role is varied but rewarding as I work to assist the packaging industry with developing packaging that all consumers can easily open, including consumers with reduce strength and dexterity. I enjoy working with clients to find the right kind of service to assist their redevelopment process, as well as being involved in the testing process.

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AIP STUDENTS RECEIVE GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR DIPLOMA AWARDS Cont'd WHY DID YOU UNDERTAKE THE DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY? Alexandra: I undertook this qualification to further inform my work to develop accessible packaging as part of Arthritis Australia’s Accessible Design Division. Accessible Design is about understanding the consumers experience of packaging, including those with dexterity and hand strength issues such as the arthritis community and ageing population. I had studied Industrial Design at University, which included subjects on packaging design and manufacturing, but I knew the more detailed knowledge I gained from the Diploma would inform my work with companies to create practical packaging solutions that meet both the consumer needs and manufacturing line capabilities.

WHAT DOES GRADUATING FROM THE DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY MEAN TO YOU? Alysha: Attaining the Diploma in Packaging Technology has allowed me to develop a solid foundation, increasing my knowledge base across a broad range of packaging materials and processes, above and beyond my expertise in beverage packaging. This has been invaluable not only within my current role; giving me the confidence in challenging suppliers and the status quo, tackling issues and innovating, but also moving forward in my packaging career. Additionally, I feel it shows my dedication to furthering my career in packaging.

Alexandra: I found that studying while working full-time had its challenges sometimes, but achieving good results and graduating has been particularly rewarding. The course has also given me greater confidence in my work and assisted me in achieving better outcomes with our clients.

HOW WILL YOU APPLY THIS KNOWLEDGE MOVING FORWARD? Alysha: Packaging is a valuable resource; however, it also has a large effect on a product lifecycle. It is the first point of contact for the consumer and is therefore extremely visible not only in purchase and consumption, but also post consumption, where the resource of the package is still valuable. With the ability to effectively design for the conditions and requirements of the supply chain, especially from a sustainability point of view more important than ever, I plan to use the knowledge gained, to deliver innovative packaging, maximising its function throughout its lifecycle, whilst keeping both the environment and consumer in mind.

Alexandra: The Diploma in Packaging Technology has given me both a broader understanding of the industry as a whole and a deeper knowledge of a number of key topics. It has been particularly satisfying applying what I have learnt to my work to improve packaging accessibility and I know it will continue to inform many aspects of my role.

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AIP STUDENTS RECEIVE GLOBAL RECOGNITION FOR DIPLOMA AWARDS Cont'd WHAT DO YOU BELIEVE THE QUALIFICATION WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE IN YOUR CAREER IN THE FUTURE? Alysha: The qualification has allowed me to develop a solid foundation, increasing my knowledge base across a broad range of packaging materials and processes, above and beyond my expertise in beverage packaging, whilst reinforcing my interest and potential direction in sustainability. In furthering my career, it has given me the confidence to apply my knowledge not only within my current field, but beyond, and gives me the credentials for furthering my career whether that’s within the packaging industry or an affiliated field. I feel it shows my dedication to furthering my career in packaging, allowing me to better deliver projects that meet the business, environmental and consumer needs, whilst being highly respected in my chosen field across any business.

SO WHERE TO FROM HERE FOR YOUR CAREER? Alysha: I currently have at least another 6 months on my contract in Japan, so for the meantime I will be focussing on our European business support across OEE line improvements and new line installations. With packaging and sustainability at the forefront of industry and consumers minds, this is one area I am passionate about expanding my expertise, while contributing to ‘better packaging’ around the world.

Alexandra: After completing the Diploma I feel I have a strong packaging foundation to build my career from and that the opportunities are endless. For now, I want to continue applying the knowledge I have gained to my accessibility field and help industry make further improvements in the area. The Diploma in Packaging Technology has given me both a broader understanding of the industry as a whole and a deeper knowledge of a number of key topics. It has been particularly satisfying applying what I have learnt to my work to improve packaging accessibility.

I know the knowledge I gained will continue to inform many aspects of my role, as well as provide me with greater opportunities and flexibility to work in the packaging industry in the future.

DO YOU HAVE ANY ADVICE ON WHY OTHER PEOPLE SHOULD COMPLETE THE DIPLOMA IN PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY? Alysha: Especially within the Australia/New Zealand marketplace professionals that hold formal packaging qualifications are few, with on the job training and supplier expertise heavily relied on. For those passionate about a career in packaging, or for those wishing to gain a broader understanding of how packaging can influence their role within the supply chain, the Diploma in Packaging Technology provides a solid basis for the underlying packaging principles and processes, which I believe is fundamental to being an effective Packaging Technologist. Overall, it has boosted my confidence across a broad range of material substrates and processes allowing me to better deliver projects that meet the business, environmental and consumer needs. I would recommend that everyone contacts the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) to discuss their professional packaging needs.

Alexandra: I think when you are beginning your career, it is important to try and gain as much knowledge as possible of the industry as a whole. This might include aspects that are broader than your current role, but it will allow you to see how your position fits in the bigger picture. The packaging industry is also constantly evolving with new technologies and trends, so I think it is vital that the fundamentals of packaging are understood, and the Diploma in Packaging Technology can provide this knowledge set.

Please join the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) in congratulating both Alysha Baggett and Alexandra Brayshaw on their outstanding efforts and the Institute wishes them well for the next stage of their packaging careers. Please contact the AIP if you would like more information on the Diploma in Packaging Technology info@aipack.com.au

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POSITION VACANT

JUNIOR PACKAGING TECHNOLOGIST COMPANY

Primo Foods has a highly recognisable portfolio of products including bacon, ham, salami, continentals, cooked and fresh sausages, as well as fresh pork, and is the leading smallgoods player across both the retail and food-service channels, with a growing export business. Primo is unique for owning and operating manufacturing plants, packing facilities and distribution warehouses, allowing us to maintain the highest level of quality control in the industry.

ROLE

The Junior Packaging Technologist Assists in the Implementation of the Company’s Innovation strategy and delivery of projects using a Stage & gate approach under the direction of the Packaging Development Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work closely with the Packaging Development Manager and the Lead Product Developers to assist in delivering and commercialising packaging requirements for projects to meet business objectives & goals using a Stage & Gate approach • Work with key stakeholders (Operations, Quality, Innovations, Procurement & packaging suppliers) to identify, develop, validate & commercialise cost optimized packaging solutions to improve efficiency, cost, quality, safety and shelf life of products • Ensure that the cost optimized packaging solutions meet or exceed product safety and protection requirements while maximizing cost savings • Manage packaging timelines for projects. Prioritise work schedule to ensure that tasks are completed within agreed timeframes and within project timelines • Stay abreast of packaging trends, legal & regulatory requirements that apply to the relevant/applicable packaging and packaging/product interface • Perform packaging line trials autonomously at company owned and contract manufacturing locations as needed.

• Conduct relevant package performance testing on packaging materials & components • Work with external testing labs as appropriate • Write and maintain accurate project trial and testing reports • Conduct PREP & REDcycle assessments • Assist in reviewing the packaging related aspects of artwork • Develop and maintain current and accurate specifications for all packaging

CRITERIA

• Degree or diploma qualified with relevant food science or meat/smallgoods experience • Ideally 2+ years’ experience working in FMCG Food Packaging R&D, R&D, QA or Operations roles, ideally within the meat or smallgoods industry • Knowledge of packaging, packaging materials, their related functions and interaction with products • Demonstrated experience in packaging development and packaging related work • Demonstrated experience in a similar role within the Food Industry • Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills • Awareness of legislative requirements and industry developments • Computer literacy, including Intermediate level of MS excel

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KEY ACCOUNT MANAGER COMPANY

Join a socially and environmentally responsible business, and a Certified B Corporation company that makes a difference to the world by reducing plastic pollution. This innovative company sells sustainable, environmentally friendly, compostable packaging to the foodservice sector.

Reporting to the Head of Sales, this newly created role, with direct access to all parts of the business, aims to drive sustainable growth for the company in Australia.

ROLE

The key role will focus on two key areas: Account Management (70%) • Top-level account management with key stakeholders; • Maximising sales and growth opportunities in existing accounts; • Building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships; • Retention and growth of existing accounts; • Introduction of new products and services; • Development of new markets.

New Business Development (30%) • New account acquisition; • Launching new products and services; • Development of new sector and industry opportunities.

Other accountabilities include: • Develop and apply systems and processes to make the sales department more efficient and effective; • Respond to enquiries for costings, tenders and quotes in good time, with the best achievable commercial outcome; • Assist in establishing growth targets and other KPIs to measure success, reporting to the business on these regularly.

• Development of best-in-class sales documentation, including presentations, product/service guides and other supporting documents.

• Attend new business presentations, sales pitches, events, in order to generate new business opportunities.

• General client relationship management, customer care and issue resolution.

• Staff development and mentoring to upskill the sales department.

REQUIREMENTS

• Packaging experience would be favorably considered, as would experience in food and beverage, QSR, Coffee, Grocery sectors; • Experience in managing national accounts at the top level is a must; • Driven, ambitious self-starter; • Ability to work on own initiative and with autonomy, when required; • Diligent, responsive and professional – with a ‘customer first’ mindset; • Capable of building close, lasting relationships with customers; • Personable and friendly team player.

LOCATION AND REMUNERATION

This role is Sydney-based with interstate travel expected. Salary commensurate with experience.

TO APPLY

Please send a covering letter addressing all the key capabilities of the role, and a current resume in Word format to resume@agri.com.au. To discuss further, contact Richard Broughton on 02 9223 9944.

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SUSTAINABILITY PROJECTS LEAD – PACKAGING At Woolworths Group, Sustainability has always been about doing the right thing. We know that our approach to sustainability will have an impact on our nations’ economies, communities and environments. We understand our responsibility for creating a better tomorrow.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

An exciting opportunity to join Woolworths Supermarkets as a Sustainability Projects Lead – Packaging. The role plays an important part in ensuring that Woolworths Own Brand products win the hearts and minds of customers through delivering customer led packaging innovation with a focus on sustainability.

You will get exposure to a range of products and packaging materials across the entire supermarket that would be difficult to find elsewhere. The position is within the Own Brand Team and reports through to the Packaging Team Manager. There is huge opportunity for development and growth!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the development of the road map to improve packaging sustainability across the Woolworths supply chain in-line with Woolworths corporate responsibility strategy and commitments • Liaise with own brand packaging team to track the status of packaging sustainability projects, influence stakeholders to meet key milestones and deliver projects on time • Lead monthly reporting on packaging for internal distribution, including dashboard of status of key initiatives and progress against commitments • Coordinate with wider sustainability team to collate, substantiate and provide information for annual external reporting (i.e. Group Sustainability Report, APCO annual report) • Work with policy/legal/packaging team to develop consistent and accurate messaging of sustainability claims • Schedule packaging sustainability projects into NPD process, coordinate required graphics updates • Horizon scanning local and international market, consumer and competitive information to inform and ensure Food Group policies are appropriate and future proof • Monitor regulatory, competitor and media developments relating to food waste and advocate for Woolworths as appropriate • Conduct ongoing competitor benchmarking to drive Sustainability best practice

ABOUT YOU:

• Several years relevant project management experience • Demonstrable packaging and / or sustainability experience in a retail/FMCG/manufacturing environment is beneficial • An ability to manage multiple projects and commitments • Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to motivate peers, communicate with staff and engage with management • Ability to operate and adapt within a fast paced culture of change • Confident and engaging

JOINING THE GROUP:

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do. As our Group continues to evolve, innovate and support our communities, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a real difference.

We value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, and we work to create a vibrant and inclusive workforce that’s reflective of the communities we’re Sound like your next opportunity? Apply now or head along to www.wowcareers.com.au to discover more!

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PACKAGING SPECIALIST – PRODUCE SUSTAINABILITY At Woolworths Group, Sustainability has always been about doing the right thing. We know that our approach to sustainability will have an impact on our nations’ economies, communities and environments. We understand our responsibility for creating a better tomorrow.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

An exciting opportunity to join Woolworths Supermarkets as a Packaging Specialist – Produce Sustainability. The role plays an important part in ensuring that Woolworths Own Brand products win the hearts and minds of customers through delivering customer led packaging innovation with a focus on sustainability.

You will get exposure to a range of products and packaging materials across the entire supermarket that would be difficult to find elsewhere. The position is within the Own Brand Team and reports through to the Packaging Team Manager. There is huge opportunity for development and growth!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Stay on trend with sustainable packaging innovation, technology, and legislative requirements • Develop policies and processes to improve and track our packaging sustainability footprint across fresh fruit and vegetables • Identify cost effective sustainable packaging solutions to meet customer and business requirements; work with extended packaging team to bring these projects to life • Share SME technical expertise across the Woolworths Group to improve understanding of packaging sustainability concepts and contribute to strategy development • Test packaging concepts with the customer using focus groups and surveys • Work with policy, legal and project manager to provide direction on internal/external sustainable packaging claims • Maintain knowledge of packaging/waste industry to identify and manage packaging sustainability challenges • Work closely with produce team, growers and packaging suppliers to identify and implement sustainable packaging solutions across Woolworths fruit and vegetable range

ABOUT YOU:

Packaging experience in a retail/FMCG/manufacturing environment Experience in rigid and flexible plastic highly advantageous Understanding of Australian waste management processes highly advantageous Project management experience ideal Previous experience in sustainability focused role Ability to communicate to all levels of management An ability to manage multiple projects and commitments A team player with strong communication and stakeholder management skills Confident and engaging

JOINING THE GROUP:

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do. As our Group continues to evolve, innovate and support our communities, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a real difference.

We value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, and we work to create a vibrant and inclusive workforce that’s reflective of the communities we’re in.

Sound like your next opportunity? Apply now or head along to www.wowcareers.com.au to discover more!

We’re also social! - connect with us at #WOWcareers through LinkedIn, Facebook.#LI

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PACKAGING SUSTAINABILITY SPECIALIST – RECYCLABILITY At Woolworths Group, Sustainability has always been about doing the right thing. We know that our approach to sustainability will have an impact on our nations’ economies, communities and environments. We understand our responsibility for creating a better tomorrow.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

An exciting opportunity to join Woolworths Supermarkets as a Packaging Sustainability Specialist – Recyclability.

The role plays an important part in ensuring that Woolworths Own Brand products win the hearts and minds of customers through delivering customer led packaging innovation with a focus on sustainability.

You will get exposure to a range of products and packaging materials across the entire supermarket that would be difficult to find elsewhere. The position is within the Own Brand Team and reports through to the Packaging Team Manager. There is huge opportunity for development and growth!

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with industry organisations, packaging suppliers and partners to stay on trend with sustainable packaging innovation, technology, and legislative requirements.

• Develop policies and processes to improve and track our packaging sustainability footprint across all Own Brand products • Identify cost effective sustainable packaging solutions to meet customer and business requirements; work with extended packaging team to bring these projects to life • Share SME technical expertise across the Woolworths Group to improve understanding of packaging sustainability concepts and contribute to strategy development, develop and provide direction on preferred packaging materials for sustainability • Test packaging concepts with the customer using focus groups and surveys • Work with policy, legal and project manager to provide direction on internal/external sustainable packaging claims • Maintain knowledge of packaging/waste industry to identify and manage packaging sustainability challenges • Provide input to external sustainability communication (i.e. Government Relations, customer letters, media)

ABOUT YOU:

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Packaging experience in a retail/FMCG/manufacturing environment Experience in rigid and flexible plastic highly advantageous Understanding of Australian waste management processes highly advantageous Project management and process improvement experience ideal Previous experience in sustainability focused role Ability to communicate to all levels of management An ability to manage multiple projects and commitments A team player with strong communication and stakeholder management skills Confident and engaging

JOINING THE GROUP:

As an inclusive, team-first company, our people are at the core of everything we do. As our Group continues to evolve, innovate and support our communities, we encourage our team members to do the same with their own careers, by providing ongoing opportunities to grow and make a real difference.

We value flexibility, and encourage our team members to work in ways that meet their work/life commitments and support their wellbeing. Diversity and inclusion are important to us, and we work to create a vibrant and inclusive workforce that’s reflective of the communities we’re in.

Sound like your next opportunity? Apply now or head along to www.wowcareers.com.au to discover more!

We’re also social! - connect with us at #WOWcareers through LinkedIn, Facebook.#LI

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APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN: CLOSING 14 FEBRUARY 2020 Entries are now open for the 2020 Australasian Packaging & Innovation Awards for Australia and New Zealand.

The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP), in conjunction with Packaging New Zealand, have designed the Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design Awards (PIDA) to recognise companies and individuals who are making a significant difference in their field in Australia and New Zealand. The PIDA Awards are the exclusive award program for all Australia and New Zealand entries into the prestigious WorldStar Packaging Awards, which are coordinated by the World Packaging Organisation (WPO).

2020 PIDA Categories include: 1. Design Innovation of the Year: Food 2. Design Innovation of the Year: Beverage 3. Design Innovation of the Year: Health, Beauty & Wellness 4. Design Innovation of the Year: Domestic & Household 5. Design Innovation of the Year: Labelling & Decoration 6. Sustainable Packaging Special Award 7. Save Food Packaging Design Special Award 8. Accessible Packaging Design Special Award 9. Young Packaging Professional of the Year 10. Industry Packaging Professional of the Year 11. Packaging New Zealand Scholarship

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AIP AUSTRALASIAN PACKAGING CONFERENCE CALL FOR SPEAKERS April 1 & 2 2020 The Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) is currently at the planning stage of the 2020 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference that will be held at Crown Promenade on 1 & 2 April. Following over two decades of highly successful technical conferences, the 2020 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference will be designed to deliver a two-day educational program that will cover a broad range of topics relating to the theme PACKAGING: FIT FOR THE FUTURE. The packaging industry is facing many challenges at the moment with global plastic pollution and recycling issues and transformational changes to value and supply chain models, resulting in negative government and consumer perceptions. These challenges are requiring packaging companies, manufacturers and retailers to re-think their approaches and undertake strategic changes to address the challenges of meeting global and domestic Sustainable Packaging, 2025 National Packaging Targets, transform supply chains; all the while having clear parameters for driving the 4R’s. The packaging industry globally is looking towards true circular value chains and ensuring that recyclability of packaging, recycled content, reducing packaging wherever possible, replacing problematic materials, designing with new materials, looking at how packaging can be reused and developing closed looped programs are the new normal for packaging design.

The additional challenge of ‘Halving Food Waste going to Landfill by 2030’ is also another target that Food Manufacturers need to recognise and designing Save Food Packaging is a challenge that packaging technologists and designers need to start incorporating into all product development.

Packaging Design is also changing with new intuitive and innovative packaging being introduced every day. Now more than ever is the time to collaborate, share ideas and success stories, discuss the challenges and journeys the industry is facing openly and what we can do collectively to work towards the same targets.

The 2020 AIP Australasian Packaging Conference PACKAGING: FIT FOR THE FUTURE will attract delegates from all facets of food, beverage, pharmaceutical, manufacturing and packaging industries including packaging technologists, designers and engineers, sustainability managers, marketing, sales, production, design agencies to equipment suppliers, raw material providers, users of packaging, retailers and consumers, environmental managers, procurement, quality teams, government & councils and waste & recycling companies.

Recommended Topics for Speakers: 1. What is your business doing to meet the Global Sustainable Packaging & 2025 National Packaging Targets under the 4R’s?

• Reduce • Reuse • Recycle • Repurpose 2. Closed Loop Programs 3. Latest trends in Compostable and Biodegradable Packaging Innovations 4. Understanding what is a Circular Economy 5. Your journey towards Recycled Content 6. Packaging Design Initiatives to minimise/prevent Food Waste • Ease of Opening – Accessible Design • Resealable/Reclosable packaging • Barrier/Extension in shelf life • Smart, Active & Intelligent Packaging (eg: packaging induced ripening technologies, temperature and sensor controls, thermal abuse) • Date Labelling (Use By/Best Before/Good After) • Portion Control Design & Consumer Convenience Design • MAP, Skin and Vacuum Packaging • Packaging Communication (on-pack or digitally) to provide effective consumer information 7. The importance of Lifecycle Assessment for sustainable packaging 8. Compostable packaging and FOGO programs 9. Latest innovation in packaging for Fresh Produce, Food Service & Hospitality 10. Sustainable Labelling 11. Global trends in Flexible Packaging Design and innovations 12. Best Practice examples of Soft Plastics Recycling Programs 13. Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) case studies 14. Latest trends in Packaging for Reuse 15. Understanding True Packaging Recyclability: What is the world collectively achieving?

16. Innovative digital printing for packaging 17. Understanding how packaging works in Materials Recovery Facilities 18. Latest updates in Packaging Collection Facilities 19. Future Retail Markets (2020 to 2023) and how they will affect packaging 20. Packaging Design Innovation for E-Commerce 21. Packaging Design for Supply Chain, Transport and Logistics & Cold Chain 22. Nanotechnology in packaging

THE TIMING OF ABSTRACTS AND PAPERS IS AS FOLLOWS (PLEASE ADHERE TO THE DATES): DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACT: 16 DECEMBER 2019

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he AIP ran an in-house training course + Materials Recovery Facility tour for some of the TetraPak team in October. The TetraPak team undertook the AIP's popular 'Introduction to Sustainable Packaging Design' training course and also had the opportunity to visit a working MRF to learn more about the true recyclability of packaging in Australia. The AIP can run a customised in-house version of any of the 23 courses available through the Institute for businesses in Australasia.

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he AIP participated in two key industry events alongside of Waste Expo and the ISSA Cleaning & Hygiene Expo in late October in Melbourne. The first event was a seminar for over 60 people that helped attendees understand the importance of Sustainable Development Goals to their business; including the journey to sustainable packaging and processing and the 2025 National Packaging Targets. Expert speakers included Kurt Palmer, Director, Australian Industrial Ecology Network AIEN, Keith Chessell FAIP, Board Member AIP, APCO, Christopher Dean, Chief Executive Officer, Choice Energy, Michael Vandertop, Managing Director, Rhima Australia and Simon van Leuven AAIP, Managing Director, Vanden Recycling. The second event was a packaging site visit tour day to see three AIP Member sites, in collaboration with APCO, AFGC and VWMA. The three sites attendees visited were 1. Melbourne Markets in conjunction with Vanden Recycling, 2. Replas and 3. Ego Pharmaceuticals. The AIP would like to thank everyone who supported these two events to make them so successful.

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The AIP exhibited at AWRE in late October for the first time. It was a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, learn from experts in the recycling and waste side of the industry and as always catch up with lots of AIP Members. To Andrew Lawson and the team at Diversified thank you for allowing the Institute to be a part of this important industry event. To Simon van Leuven, Joshua Holmes and James Moussa thank you for being a part of the AIP stand and helping answer all the recycling questions.

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AIP OUT & ABOUT AIP HOSTS 'ROLE OF PACKAGING IN MINIMISING FOOD WASTE' SESSION AT AWRE

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he AIP hosted a session on ‘the role of packaging in minimising food waste’ on the new Food Waste stage at AWRE 2020. The AIP selected a panel of experts including Alan Adams, Mark Barthel, Sam Oakden and Nerida Kelton for the session. The group discussed how to design intuitive Save Food Packaging to minimise and/or prevent food waste. The panel were asked a lot of dynamic questions from the audience and the interaction and discussion generated from the session was encouraging. Many attendees walked away with a better understanding of why cucumbers are wrapped and also learnt about the importance of Lifecycle Assessment Tools.

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he AIP ran the new ‘Understanding Life Cycle Assessment Tools for Sustainable Packaging’ training course with Simon Lockrey PhD as the lecturer this week in New South Wales. Fantastic interaction and engagement from the attendees and we look forward to taking this to other states in 2020.

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he AIP headed to Western Australia for the first time in late October to run not one but two events over two days. The AIP ran the ‘Tools to help you meet the 2025 National Packaging Targets: ARL and PREP’ training course at the Cleanaway Materials Recovery Facility and then presented at a one-day Packaging Forum with DPIRD for over 80 people the next day. The Institute would like to thank the team at

Cleanaway for opening up their site for the day and we look forward to running more regular events for WA in 2020.

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AIP OUT & ABOUT AIP PRESENTS SAVE FOOD PACKAGING GUIDELINES PROJECT AT FIGHT FOOD WASTE CRC SYMPOSIUM

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he Fight Food Waste Cooperative Research Centre held their first Science Symposium in late November where AIP Executive Director, Nerida Kelton had the opportunity to present the AIP-led Save Food Packaging Design Guidelines and Criteria project to over 100 people from all sectors of the food value chain. The AIP are a core participant of the CRC and are looking forward, with the support and guidance from our consortium of experts, to develop a program that can embed Save Food Packaging guidelines into packaging development processes so that packaging can contribute to minimising and/or preventing food waste where ever possible.

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he World Packaging Organisation (WPO) November newsletter is now available to read. The WPO news is a great source of global packaging training and education related information and shows what amazing work is being undertaken all the way across the globe. It is inspiring to see how the WPO is investing resources to support developing countries with their packaging education and training. The AIP are a full member of the WPO and represent the Australia and New Zealand packaging industries. To read the latest WPO newsletter click here

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AIP WELCOMES NEW MEMBER The AIP would like to welcome our latest Member Simon Back MAIP, General Manager, MaCher (Aust) Q1: Why did you join the AIP? With the industry focus on sustainability and 2025 packaging targets it is time all businesses work together to share knowledge, challenge our businesses and develop sustainable packaging solutions as an industry. It will require an industry working together on all levels of policy making, Federal and Local Government, Brand owners, manufacturers and stakeholders to deliver solutions. The AIP provides a network of industry professionals, training courses that can benefit myself and my team.

Simon Back MAIP General Manager MaCher (Aust)

Q2: How long have you been in the industry and what are your areas of expertise?

I have been working in the industry for 25 years. During that time I have worked across a range of areas within the packaging industry from packaging design studios, to manufacturing organisations as well as off-shore sourcing of luxury packaging. My expertise and passion has always been working with clients, creative designers and production teams to deliver great product to brand owners and consumers. For most of my career I have worked in campaign based, promotional packaging more recently in the luxury packaging sector. The complexities of the supply chain always keep it challenging, exciting and pushes you to come up with new ideas and solutions.

Q3: What is your current role and what are your responsibilities?

I am the General Manager, MaCher (Aust) Pty Ltd. As General Manager I lead a team of experts in sales, design, project management, production and sourcing for luxury and promotional packaging. I am responsible for developing and implementing the business strategy, driving growth and providing leadership and mentoring to the team.

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6X PIDA AWARD WINNERS RECOGNISED IN AUSTRALIAN FOOD & AGRIBUSINESS INNOVATIONS BOOK

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ood Innovation Australia Ltd (FIAL) has recognised 50 innovative companies from across the Australian food, beverage, packaging and agribusiness sectors in the fourth edition of its innovation book. Each year the Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP) collaborates with FIAL to develop the book nominating Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Award winners for recognition. For the 2019 edition 6x PIDA winners have been recognised in the top 50 and include: BioPak, ICEE Containers, Caps and Closures, Result Group, Lactote and 8 Kangaroos.

The book, Celebrating Australian Food and Agribusiness Innovations, showcases diverse innovations from across Australia’s food and agribusiness industry and the top 50 innovative companies were chosen by an expert panel of judges from industry, academia and research. The FIAL team has searched far and wide to find some of the best innovations in the country — from small businesses to multinationals, the book showcases 50 innovations from across the whole value chain. From sugarcane packaging to bone broth crisps, the exciting innovations featured in the book are aligned to the five global food and agribusiness megatrends identified

by CSIRO. These are; a less predictable planet, health on the mind, choosy customers, one world, and smarter food chains.

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VANDEN RECYCLING BECOMES NEW AIP CORPORATE PARTNER

he AIP would like to welcome our latest Corporate Partner, Vanden Recycling. Vanden, they want to create plastic recycling partnerships. Their commitment to adding value to your supply chain extends beyond a traditional supplier-customer relationship, and they strive to work alongside your business to ensure you are achieving the maximum return from your scrap plastic, transforming it into a valued commodity.

When you engage their consultation services, they give you a clear path to a solution with impact.

BENCHMARKING - WHERE ARE YOU NOW? > An initial site assessment allows them to identify your current solutions when it comes to waste and recycling. > They work with you to define your goals for a new recycling solution.

> They will evaluate your limitations with regards to physical space, current process and resources. > From this visit, they will make their recommendations.

CREATING THE STRATEGY From the information gathered from their site assessment, your recycling strategy will contain the following; > > > > >

A set of defined, desired outcomes.

The equipment required to achieve these, such as stillage and balers.

What the key measurables are for your business.

The training and education that will be delivered across the facilities to ensure the outcomes are achieved.

Their plan to create an environmental mentor within the business.

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They strive to deliver comprehensive and consistent communication with your team to create team buy-in.

They will deliver the education outlined in the strategy document to reinforce the new solution and underpin any new activity that is required from the team.

New equipment is installed, if required, alongside new processes and procedures.

EVALUATE YOUR LIMITATIONS What is not being continuously measured, cannot be continuously improved, which is why they periodically re-evaluate the solutions that have been implemented. > To ensure that your new solution is yielding results, they will revisit their initial assessment. > They will measure the results and review the impact the new solutions have had so far. > Using this information, they will identify areas that provide an opportunity for more improvement.

TOTAL OWNERSHIP As your recycling partners, they take ownership for the role they play in helping you to achieve your desired outcomes. Their systems, processes, training and education are all aligned to ensure you take control of your waste and recycling. This also includes: > > >

The total engagement of all staff Meeting your targets and being accountable Creating content to leverage your sustainability, to demonstrate your commitment to your customers and supply-chain partners.

To find out how Vanden Recycling can help you please contact Joshua Holmes j.holmes@vandenrecycling.com or phone 61 450 465 637

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Let’s be truthful about sustainable packaging claims on-pack Author

Nerida Kelton MAIP, Executive Director, Australian Institute of Packaging (AIP)

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onesty when it comes to claims on-pack is becoming more important as consumers start to question the sustainability of packaging.

With the 2025 National Packaging Targets significantly shifting the packaging design landscape in Australia, a critical element that is coming up short is truthful and accurate environmental claims on-pack, and this issue needs to be addressed.

More than ever consumers are demanding brands to be honest about their sustainability journey, including the choice of wording and logos on-pack.

Gone are the days when you could get away with simply writing “recyclable”, “biodegradable” or “compostable” on pack. The use of statements like the “Do the right thing logo”, the recycle “Mobius loop” logo or the Plastic Identification Codes (PIC 1 to 7) just further confuse the consumer. The 2025 National Packaging Targets are now the perfect opportunity to review all environmental on-pack symbols and wording.

Changing the face of on-pack logos Next time you are in a grocery store let me encourage you to pick up six different products and have a look at all the logos and symbols being used. You will see arrows, numbers, rubbish bins, lots of abbreviations for industry groups and governing bodies, and a whole lot of information that in truth means little to a consumer.

Plastic Identification Code (PIC) The use of the Plastic Identification Code (PIC), or the symbol of the chasing arrow with a number in the middle, that is seen on most plastic packaging identifies the type of plastic the packaging is made of. For example, PET is classified as 1, HDPE is 2, PVC is 3, LDPE is 4, Polypropylene is 5, Polystyrene is 6, while 7 is Other, or mixed plastic types. This voluntary coding system adopted in 1990 assisted the collection, recovery and management of used plastics in Australia.

However, most consumers think it means they can put the plastic pack into the recycling bin even if it isn’t a

Consumers sometimes get confused about what the term “biodegradable” means on packaging.

recyclable plastic.

As a packaging technologist, designer or marketer could you honestly say that you know which bin each number should be placed? Do you know for a fact whether it is actually capable of being recycled through our facilities in this country, or that of your export market? Now imagine how confusing these symbols are to a consumer.

cent of people recognised the catch phrase and in 2015, only 38 per cent said they knew the phrase”.

So what does the symbol mean in the world of sustainable packaging and to consumers today? Are there more important and less confusing symbols that should be on-pack to ensure that packaging is placed in the right bin at end-of-life?

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The “Litterman” guy has been around for years. You will all know – even if it is subconsciously – the symbol of the man who throws the rubbish in the bin. While he is familiar to consumers, ask yourself what does the logo really mean? Does it mean that the product is recyclable or simply that you should be responsible and make sure the product goes in a rubbish bin at the end of life?

The “Do the Right Thing” slogan and symbol was a part of a marketing campaign launched in the 70s, which was intended as a “Don’t Litter campaign”.

According to Keep Australia Beautiful, “When the ‘Do The Right Thing’ campaign was launched, 80 per

Another challenge within the sustainable packaging journey is when brands decide to use words like “biodegradable” or “compostable” on-pack. Having packaging that is biodegradable or compostable may seem to be a good environmental initiative, but stating this on-pack is often confusing to consumers. If there are no available consumer collection or composting facilities that will accept this type of packaging in the country of sale, then this type of wording can be misleading. The AIP has spoken to many people over the past couple of years who naturally assume that if the packaging says it is ‘compostable’ or “biodegradable” that all is right in the world.

The use of the term “biodegradable” also leads consumers to believe that, no matter where disposed, biodegradable packaging will disappear to nothing within a very short period. This can lead the consumer to erroneously believe it is acceptable to litter biodegradable packaging, or that it will solve the ocean plastics issues.

In the same way the use of compostable plastics, which may “compost” (biodegrade by microorganisms in an oxygen environment) if placed in the right composting environment, can be misleading if consumers don’t have access to facilities for the collection and composting of compostable packaging with organic waste. Incidentally, the packaging may compost, but they do not create compost, i.e. nutrient-rich soil).

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Some on-pack instructions confuse consumers as to which bin recyclables are supposed to go in. packaging, a responsible brand should be identifying whether there are facilities available to their consumers to collect compostable packaging with their organic waste. If there are, then communicate this information on-pack so consumers understand the end-of-life process.

There are two other options currently available for use of compostable packaging.

The first is being able to establish closed-loop facilities for the collection of compostable materials and certified packaging.

These closed-loop systems are designed to facilitate the collection and recycling of nutrient-rich organic material, such as food scraps, along with the certified compostable packaging and return the nutrients into the soil rather than allowing them to rot away in landfill.

The second option is to identify home compostable-certified packaging and encourage consumers to dispose of it via their home composting.

However, the concern with this option is that many consumers will either contaminate the recycling system with this packaging or think they are doing the right thing and put it in the rubbish bin.

The Australian Bioplastics Association (ABA) provides a voluntary system to companies or individuals wishing to have their compostable

and biodegradable plastics packaging certified.

There are two certifications available: Australian Standard 47362006, compostable and biodegradable plastics – “Biodegradable plastics suitable for composting and other microbial treatment” – and Australian Standard AS 5810-2010 Home Composting – “Biodegradable plastics suitable for home composting”.

Recyclable symbols and logos There are so many variants of a recyclable logo or symbol that it makes your head spin, and, once again, consumers see these types of symbols on pack and naturally presume that they mean that the packaging is going to be recycled if placed in the correct bin.

The question that needs to be asked is “can this packaging truly be recycled in the country where we sell the product?”

The answer needs to determine the logos you use on-pack moving forward.

Brands need to be re-designing their on-pack communication with honesty, clarity and clear and easy-to-understand explanations.

So where to from here?

In April 2018, the Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) launched a nationwide labelling scheme that will help consumers better understand how to recycle products effectively. The scheme will also assist

brand owners to design packaging that is recyclable at end-of-life. In conjunction with partners Planet Ark and PREP Design, this scheme aims to increase recycling and recovery rates and contribute to cleaner recycling streams.

The APCO Packaging Recycling Label Program is a nationwide labelling program that provides designers and brand owners with the tools to inform responsible packaging design and helps consumers to understand how to correctly dispose of packaging. The two elements of the program are the Packaging Recyclability Evaluation Portal (PREP) and the Australasian Recycling Label (ARL).

Australasian Recycling Label on-pack.

Packaging Recyclability Evaluation Portal (PREP)

The AIP has also developed a number of training courses that will assist the sustainable packaging journey, including Tools to Help you Meet the 2025 National Packaging Targets: PREP and ARL, Introduction to Sustainable Packaging Design, Lifecycle Assessment Tools for Sustainable Packaging Design and The Future of bioplastics and compostable packaging.

With the development of the 2025 National Packaging Targets, now is the time to stop and review all of your on-pack information to ensure that you are communicating effectively and honestly to consumers about your sustainable packaging. F

PREP provides a way for brand owners, manufacturers and designers to assess whether an item of packaging could be classified as “recyclable” through kerbside collection in Australian and New Zealand. PREP produces a report for each project that is evaluated. A project will list the recyclability classification for each “separable component” plus the user may nominate a scenario where the separable components are joined at the time of disposal (e.g. bottle and cap).

Combining technical recyclability and collection coverage, PREP provides the evidence base for applying the

Australasian Recycling Label (ARL) The Australasia Recycling Label (ARL) is an evidence-based, standardised labelling system that provides clear and consistent on-pack recycling information to inform consumers of the correct disposal method. The ARL is designed to be used in conjunction with PREP, which informs the user of the correct on-pack ARL artwork for each “separable component” of packaging. It is a simple and effective method to improve consumer recycling behaviours.

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Press Release DIGI.LINE 4.0 GREINER EXTRUSION LAUNCHES FOR REAL-TIME PROFILE EXTRUSION OPTIMISATION

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Representing a significant technology breakthrough for profile production, Digi.Line Extrusion 4.0 controls the extrusion process from the tooling die to the stacking table digitally optimising in real time the production process.

Press Release Oct 2019 Digi.Line minimises material consumption and increases output by ensuring error-free reproduction of all process parameters.

Key features are: • Digi.Control with 15” HMI inter-connects and controls all line components for complete reproducibility of process parameters and fast start-ups.

• Flow.Matic ensures automatic control of full profile sections in conjunction with Digi.Tank which controls water level, flow rates and vacuum settings.

• ShapeMatic ensures exact geometry is maintained of the profile shape.

• DigiScale in conjunction with Weigh.Matic automates profile weight optimisation.

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The combined benefits of Digi.Line optimisation on a typical PVC hollow chamber window profile weighing 1.2kg/m Greiner is represented in Oceania by HBM Plastics Technologies at 350kg/hr output can be up to €125,000 perExtrusion annum Group savings.

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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.

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