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Non-machinery Category

NON-MACHINERY CATEGORY

Introduced to the competition in 1997, the "Non-Machinery" category is defined as an innovation manufactured by an industry supplier that does not touch the board including, but not limited to: computer systems, software and consulting; linerboards and new substrates; quality and management controls; administrative support; financial services; etc. In other words, any innovation that adds value to the board, and/or a non-corrugating machinery product innovation that may touch the board, and/or a machine that produces production-run converted products.

The most recent non-machinery competition was held at the AICC Annual Meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, September 18-20, 2023.

 Innovator of the Year Winners - Non-Machinery
  • 2023: Cascades Containerboard Packaging
    100% recycled SBS alternative used for color applications on packaging
  • 2018: J.S. Machine
    IBS Intelligent Plant Logistics – Seamless Automation
  • 2014: Package X
    Mobile & Online Preliminary Package Design Solution
  • 2010: Amtech
    Mobile Force Delivery
  • 2006: Southern Graphic Systems
    Large Format BAS Scanner and Digital File Communication Device
  • 2003: Armacel Technology Group
    High Impact Vacuum Tensioning Process
  • 2000: Liberty Diversified Industries
    Water Repellant Linerboard
  • 1997: Stop-It, LLC
    Remote Radio Control Cutoff Switch for Boxplant Equipment

See all of the Non-Machinery winners and finalists from the 2023 competition:

 

The order of the winners and finalists in this video is:

  • Third Place- EFI
  • First Place- Cascades Containerboard Packaging
  • Finalist- JB Machinery
  • Finalist- OMP
  • Finalist- WRP Services
  • Second Place- Arden Software