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The new Neenah Character promotion shows how packaging with unique, premium paper can extend a company’s branding.

At first glance it looks like a cool shopping bag from an avant-garde fashion brand, but it’s actually the new Neenah Character promotion. The sleek and mysterious carry case with “pick me up” appeal houses five different creative packaging samples that showcase a multitude of Neenah’s premium packaging papers and printing techniques.

The promotion, designed by Design Army, is the third in a series of three-dimensional Neenah promotions that focus on brand packaging. “We want people to think of paper as more than just paper — it’s a versatile material, just like fabric or metal, and it can have a 3D form,” said Pum Lefebure, Design Army’s Co-Founder & Chief Creative Officer.

The outer carry case, constructed of a combination of NEENAH® Folding Board, and SO…SILK® Papers, uses a deep, full emboss and foil stamping to create an elegant, yet sturdy structure.

Design Army developed brand characters for each of the five samples found inside the case — each representing different demographics and branches of the retail industry, with a compelling and useful look at “who are they?” and “what hooks them?” According to Lefebure, “The content is trend-driven, but these are long-term trends that will affect retailers for years to come.”

MEET THE CHARACTERS

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The Digi-Generation: Plastic is out, paper is in — especially when paper can look this cool. Meet the gift card for the world’s next digital music mammoth, BOOM. A folded, embossed, debossed and foil stamped sleeve houses three, printed, paper gift cards that look like cassette tapes with redemption codes for digital songs; a subtle wink to mixtape culture. The cards are produced on NEENAH IMAGEMAX™ Card and NEENAH DURAMAX™ Card. Be sure to check out the API Holo Foil Revolution + Blind Emboss on Cassette 2.

The New Shopaholic: On the cutting edge of style and social networking, with disposable income to boot, this millennial market is primed for packaging that replicates the sensation of luxury outside the retail environment. SO…SILK® Papers with tone-on-tone foil stamping on luscious hangtags that evoke the feeling of high-end lingerie conjures ‘40s screen sirens. Ooh la la, indeed.

The Artisan Crafters: Reared on cooking shows and food blogs, today’s at-home cooks are hungry for ingredients with integrity, and sourced close to home. And not all labels are created equal, marrying craftsmanship and creativity are the two things that matter most to Artisan Crafters — die-cut labels and artful type can blend “artisanal” and “authentic” in a masterful recipe for irresistible results. NEENAH® Folding Board, Deep Black creates three bottles that showcase labels for craft tequila, wine and olive oil on ESTATE LABEL® and BELLA LABEL® Papers.

The Savvy Socials: Devoted to cultivating their online personas alongside their real-life personalities, these image-conscious consumers are quick to sniff out products and brands that feel inauthentic. Capture this dynamic demographic with packaging that speaks in their voice and reflects them at their best. An iridescent digital printing paper like STARDREAM® Papers in Crystal, with silver and pink foil, catches the eye of even the most device-addicted shopper, and the combination of elegant finish and shine invites a tantalizing touch.

The Eco Evangelizers: Sustainability has never been so stylish or sleek, and an eco-friendly iteration of practically every product is simply a click away. To connect with consumers that truly care about their footprint — and are compelled to share their experiences on social media — brands should look to sustainable packaging with a second life. How about a light bulb box that doubles as a lampshade. This minimalist pairing of recycled NEENAH® Folding Board and ENVIRONMENT® Papers with white ink feels as stylish as it is sustainable.

“Neenah is always striving to inspire designers by introducing new papers, new techniques, and new ideas. We hope the Neenah Character promotion helps designers think about paper differently, consider paper as a possible driver in design, because often times a customer’s first introduction to the brand is through paper, when they pick up the package, hold it and interact with it,” said Jamie Saunders, Marketing Communications Manager, Fine Paper and Packaging, Neenah Paper.

To get the new Neenah Character promotion, contact your local merchant or Neenah sales rep.

About Neenah
For more than 100 years, Neenah Paper (NYSE: NP) has been an innovative leader in the creation and manufacturing of papers for premium writing, text, cover, digital, packaging and specialty needs. The Neenah signature portfolio includes market leading brands such as CLASSIC®, ENVIRONMENT®, and ROYAL SUNDANCE® Papers. The company also offers envelopes in thousands of unique colors, finishes and styles.

Neenah is committed to developing relevant mobile and online technologies including Neenah Cabinet™ for iPad, iPhone and Android. With multiple manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin, prime importance is also placed on recycled and alternative fiber products through the Neenah Green initiative. For more information on Neenah call (800) 558-5061. Follow Neenah on Twitter: @neenahpaper; subscribe to the Neenah Facebook page; or visit Against the Grain, Neenah’s blog for designers, printers and paper-lovers.

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2015 10 06 101737The acquisition of FiberMark by Neenah Paper, announced last quarter, is now in the process of rapid integration. Neenah Paper and Packaging customers now have immediate access to thousands of colors, textures, finishes and weights in premium papers, box wraps, folding boards and labels. Newly expanded capabilities include specialty coatings and finishing with a focus on custom work.

“This is the perfect marriage of two very complementary companies,” said Julie Schertell, President, Fine Paper and Packaging at Neenah. “FiberMark is a leader in developing and providing premium specialty coatings and finishes — a perfect complement to Neenah’s strong paper and packaging manufacturing capabilities. With these new capabilities, the strength of our customer relationships, and our proven ability to execute, we are opening up unlimited possibilities to create unique and custom fabrications for our customers,” Schertell said.

EXPANDED PAPER & PACKAGING PORTFOLIOS INCLUDES:

· Touché® Papers: A soft, matte finish offering a softness similar to a rose petal, ideal for premium and luxury brands.

· SuedeTex® Papers: A rich soft texture that simulates leather, providing unlimited creative potential.

· Neenah® Folding Board & Box Wrap: Featuring 58 new stocked items, plus endless finish, texture and color combinations that can be manufactured to your specific needs. Perfect for discerning packaging customers.

· Custom Make Capabilities: Enhanced specialty coating and finishing capabilities immediately provide Neenah’s customers with the opportunity for new tactile finishes and other variations to expand branding possibilities.

“With FiberMark now part of Neenah, our customers now have access to the best in fine paper and packaging with additional textures, colors, coatings and finishes, creating seemingly limitless options to help you both design and package your brand’s promise,” said Schertell. “Our new capabilities, especially for packaging, enable us to do so much more for our customers,” she said. “We are improving the image and performance of everything we touch.”

Your local Neenah Sales Manager is looking forward to being your resource for all your branding and messaging needs.

About Neenah
For more than 100 years, Neenah Paper (NYSE: NP) has been an innovative leader in the creation and manufacturing of papers for premium writing, text, cover, digital, packaging and specialty needs. The Neenah signature portfolio includes market leading brands such as CLASSIC®, ENVIRONMENT®, and ROYAL SUNDANCE® Papers. The company also offers envelopes in thousands of unique colors, finishes and styles.

About Neenah Packaging
Neenah Packaging, www.neenahpackaging.com, provides unique and sustainable packaging papers and custom solutions for premium packaging. Its range of colors and textures—for bags, box wraps, gift cards, gift card carriers, hangtags, labels, folding board and fragrance strips—inspire visually and create a high touch tactile connection. Neenah Packaging enables leading and emerging brands in cosmetics and fragrances; wine, spirits & craft beer; consumer electronics; and retail to deliver on their brand’s promise. Neenah Packaging welcomes custom inquiries.

About Fibermark
FiberMark (www.fibermark.com) is a world-class, fully integrated manufacturer and global distributor of specialty cellulose and synthetic fiber-based printing media. FiberMark capabilities include paper manufacturing, saturating, performance coating, calendering, laminating, embossing, and roll converting. FiberMark is Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC®) – certified (FSC-C020981). FiberMark has been manufacturing saturated papers and nonwovens for specialty applications for more than 100 years. Core businesses include: Luxury Packaging, Decorative Covering Materials, Performance Boards, Technical Specialties, and Digital Print Media.

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“Let Texture Define” includes four identity systems designed to provide ideas for making first impressions count

It is said that you have roughly three to five seconds to capture a customer’s attention. The ROYAL SUNDANCE® Papers promotion titled “Let Texture Define” shows you how to make those seconds count by enticing customers with the right paper.

“Texture can influence our decisions as it creates an emotional connection. It’s important to communicate a brand’s personality, and create a memorable first impression, through every touch point, starting with a company’s identity system,” says Neenah Sr. Brand Manager, Kathy Kemps.

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Neenah’s ROYAL SUNDANCE® Identity Promotion uses all five of the collection’s finishes to showcases identities for companies in four different verticals.

“Let Texture Define”uses all five of the ROYAL SUNDANCE collection’s finishes and a combination of colorsto showcase identities for companies in four different verticals. Items in the portfolio include letterhead, envelopes, business cards, and promotional pieces such as a menu, invitation, oversized postcard, bookmark and gift card.

  •       Centas Global Telecom combines the handmade feel of Laid with the crispness of Smooth to speak to the hands-on customer service this technology company delivers.
  •       The Flying Loon restaurant identity uses the Fiber finish to align with the natural feel of the restaurant, but uses the Felt finish on the business card as a complementing contrast with high-touch appeal.
  •       The Front Porch real estate company uses the tactile quality of Felt to elicit a “homey, feel-good” emotional connection with its brand.
  •       The Viva Home Care identity system lets the refined sophistication of Linen make a brand statement, while adding a personal touch with envelopes made with the Fiber finish.

To see how ROYAL SUNDANCE Papers can help define your message or your brand’s personality, pick up a copy of “Let Texture Define” from your local merchant.

About Neenah

For more than 100 years, Neenah Paper (NYSE: NP) has been an innovative leader in the creation and manufacturing of papers for premium writing, text, cover, digital, packaging and specialty needs. The Neenah signature portfolio includes market leading brands such as CLASSIC®, ENVIRONMENT®, and ROYAL SUNDANCE® Papers. The company also offers envelopes in thousands of unique colors, finishes and styles.

Neenah is committed to developing relevant mobile and online technologies including Neenah Cabinet™ for iPad, iPhone and Android. With multiple manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin, prime importance is also placed on recycled and alternative fiber products through the Neenah Green initiative. For more information on Neenah call (800) 558-5061. Follow Neenah on Twitter: @neenahpaper; subscribe to the Neenah Facebook page; or visit Against the Grain, Neenah’s blog for designers, printers and paper-lovers.

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2015 07 06 075454Neenah Paper has announced that its world-class selection of colored, pearlized and textured papers, The Design Collection, has been expanded to include four new premium paper grades from Italian papermaker Gruppo Cordenons. Neenah also announced the expansion of the popular STARDREAM® and WILD® Papers lines. Additions are featured in anew companion swatchbook to the original Design Collection swatchbook, available now.

With the expansion, The Design Collection now offers more unique options for designers to set their work apart. These papers are specified for premium packaging, look books, high-end brochures, gift card holders, greeting cards, identity materials, and other print collateral for brands that desire to distinguish themselves by both hand and eye.  

NEW PAPER LINES

NATURAL EVOLUTION Papers, with a special surface coating on both sides, provide a soft natural texture with an elegant touch and outstanding print performance. Colors: White, Frost and Ivory.

MONNALISA® Papers, the smooth sister to NATURAL EVOLUTION Papers, offers a smooth bright white surface for hang tags, business cards, books, brochures.  Colors: Premium White. 

SLIDE™ Papers are considered the “packaging version” of the popular PLIKE® Papers, optimized for more resilience.  Colors: Black and White.

ASTROPRINT Papers include three unique, embossed textures with a 64 text weight ideal for box wrap. Colors: White

EXPANDED PAPER LINES

Neenah has also expanded these popular lines:

STARDREAM Papers, added C1S text weights for box wrap in the most popular colors.

WILD Papers now includes four new colors in popular 111 lb. Cover: Sand, Clay, Brown and Black. 

THE DESIGN COLLECTION 1.1 

With these additions, The Design Collection now offers 15 paper brands, blending six iconic paper lines from North America and 9 on-trend Italian brands.

“The Design Collection 1.1 includes more on trend colors and high touch surfaces for print and packaging with SLIDE, ASTROPRINT and STARDREAM Papers as well as new colors for letterpress in WILD Papers,” said Ellen Bliske, Sr. Brand Manager at Neenah. Neenah also continues to grow its commercial print offering with best-of-both-worlds print performance in NATURAL EVOLUTION and MONNALISA Papers.

“The demand for The Design Collection has surpassed our every expectation,” said Bliske. “We can’t wait to see what designers will do with all the new items.”

INFO & SAMPLES

New Companion Swatchbook: contact your Neenah paper merchant

Free paper samples: http://www.neenahpaper.com/finepaper/designcollection

The Design Collection: http://www.neenahpaper.com/designcollection

About Neenah
For more than 100 years, Neenah Paper (NYSE: NP) has been an innovative leader in the creation and manufacturing of papers for premium writing, text, cover, digital, packaging and specialty needs. The Neenah signature portfolio includes market leading brands such as CLASSIC®, ENVIRONMENT®, and ROYAL SUNDANCE® Papers. The company also offers envelopes in thousands of unique colors, finishes and styles.

Neenah is committed to developing relevant mobile and online technologies including Neenah Cabinet™ for iPad, iPhone and Android. With multiple manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin, prime importance is also placed on recycled and alternative fiber products through the Neenah Green initiative. For more information on Neenah call (800) 558-5061. Follow Neenah on Twitter: @neenahpaper; subscribe to the Neenah Facebook page; or visit Against the Grain, Neenah’s blog for designers, printers and paper-lovers.

About Gruppo Cordenons

Gruppo Cordenons is a leading Italian manufacturer of graphic and digital fine papers and technical papers. Its large portfolio, that includes metallic and iridescent papers, textured papers, inspired from natural fabrics, felt-marked and papers with a special touch, is available throughout the world.

 

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Neenah Paper (NYSE: NP) announces the launch of The Beauty of Letterpress ( http://www.thebeautyofletterpress.com), a website that celebrates letterpress printing and its creators with the first virtual, community-based gallery of modern letterpress samples and resources.

“We believe the extraordinary, communicative power of letterpress printing and the community of people who make it happen deserve a special place—The Beauty of Letterpress celebrates and honors the modernity of this 500-year old craft.”

The Beauty of Letterpress Gallery presents letterpress work from notable letterpress printers, designers, and artisans from around the country including Rohner Letterpress, Studio on Fire, Two Paperdolls, and Mama’s Sauce. The site features selections from a new curator each month. Letterpress history, context, educational information, community connections and a list of letterpress printers round out the site.

Letterpress printing continues its renaissance in the digital age because of its extraordinary beauty and tactility. “When art or type is pressed into sumptuous paper, it creates a physical impression that simply begs to be touched,” said Tom Wright, senior director of advertising and design for Neenah Paper. “We believe the extraordinary, communicative power of letterpress printing and the community of people who make it happen deserve a special place—The Beauty of Letterpress celebrates and honors the modernity of this 500-year old craft.”

While developing this virtual letterpress home for the 21st century, the creators could not help but consider the physical move of Hamilton Wood Type & Printing Museum (woodtype.org) the landmark institution preserving the rich history and assets of letterpress dating to the birth of letterpress in the 15th century. The Beauty of Letterpress launches with a Neenah Paper, Inc. initiative to help raise $30,000 in funds for the Museum’s move through matching donations and gifts of limited edition prints to designers, letterpress printers and admirers of this craft.

In addition to featuring the work of artists, The Beauty of Letterpress highlights CRANE Papers and Neenah Paper and offers paper samplesvideos and many community resources. Letterpress printers, designers, lovers and aficionados are invited to submit work to The Beauty of Letterpress, subscribe to the RSS to see new work in real-time, and join its dedicated online communities on FacebookPinterest, and Twitter, @BoLetterPress.

The Beauty of Letterpress is a sister site to The Beauty of Engraving (http://thebeautyofengraving) launched by Neenah Paper last year. Both initiatives were developed in partnership with Two Paperdolls and feature CRANE® Papers. CRANE’S LETTRA® Papers, CRANE’S CREST® Papers and CRANE’S BOND® Papers are marketed and sold by Neenah Paper.
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Paper Excellence has extended its network of mills in Canada to the East Coast with the purchase of Northern Pulp Nova Scotia. Specifically, Paper Excellence Canada Holdings Corp of Vancouver, B.C. has reached an agreement to acquire Northern Resources, the parent company of Northern Pulp Nova Scotia and Northern Timber, Abercrombie Point, Nova Scotia.

 

"The agreement is good news for the company's 230 employees, 400 timberlands contract employees, suppliers and community and business partners as it strengthens the mill's economic position over the long-term," says Wayne Gosse, president and chief financial officer, Northern Resources. "A strong demand for the mill's product globally presents a great opportunity for the mill to be part of a large international network of pulp mills and to diversify and expand its markets."

 

Northern Pulp produces 275,000 tonnes per year of northern bleached softwood kraft pulp.

 

Gosse says Paper Excellence Group has a good track record in Canada in terms of business leadership, labour and First Nations partnerships, and environmental stewardship. Paper Excellence operates three mills in Canada: Meadow Lake in Saskatchewan and Howe Sound and Mackenzie in British Columbia, and is in the process of acquiring the long-closed Prince Albert mill in Saskatchewan. The company currently employs more than 800 Canadians.

 

"We have been impressed by Northern Pulp's operations, employees, and the quality of stakeholder relationships and partnerships," says Ed Roste, vice-president operations, Paper Excellence Canada. "We welcome Northern Resources into the Paper Excellence family. The Northern Resources team will continue to operate the mill and land holdings under the Northern Pulp name, and there are no job impacts as a result of the transaction.

 

"We're committed to continuing to build productive relationships with labour, First Nations, NGOs, and community partners to achieve balance of social, environmental and economic priorities in industry and forest management," he continued.

 

Northern Pulp was sold by Neenah Paper three years ago amidst uncertainty about the mill's future as a result of very difficult business conditions in the forestry sector worldwide. Since then, Northern Pulp's workforce has improved efficiency and productivity and local management has worked closely with stakeholders to stabilize the business. A $1-million investment in R&D, the acquisition of 422,000 acres of forest land for active management, and a commitment to work with Pictou Landing First Nation on economic development have been instrumental in the mill's resurgence.

 

In January, Natural Resources Canada through the Green Transformation Program announced investments of $28 million in three clean-tech programs to benefit Northern Pulp mill operations and the surrounding community.

 

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Neenah Paper Technical Products now announces the direct sales and distribution of its heat transfer papers throughout Europe via its Neenah Paper Lahnstein, Germany location. The new warehouse arrangement results in heat transfer paper ready to ship from Germany rather than the United States to anywhere in the European Union. In addition to quicker delivery and less expensive transportation, Neenah Paper's web site will allow ordering directly from the manufacturer in quantities from 100 sheets, up to multiple carton orders.


The webshop offers the majority of Neenah's Heat Transfer Papers in A4 and A3 sizes, including some 12 x 18" sizes for larger digital printing machines. Electronic credit card processing allows for fast and automated order processing. Most orders will ship the same day or next day.


Information on Neenah's heat transfer papers and multilingual instructions are available on the site also. Customer and technical services is provided by Neenah Paper Technical Products.


"We have built an international business with our heat transfer papers for laser, ink jet and offset printing and this will allow us to better meet the needs of our European customers," explains Gerry Rector, associate marketing director, heat transfer papers.


Detlef Stoltefaut, vice president Neenah Lahnstein adds, "We are pleased to add this service for heat transfer papers within Europe and the web availability to new and existing customers."

 

The Neenah Lahnstein web site for ordering and information is: http://www.neenah-transfer.de.

 

For further information on Neenah Paper's heat transfer papers outside Europe, please call 800-344-5287 or email your request to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or visit http://www.neenah.com/technical. For information on Neenah Paper's Heat Transfer Papers within Europe, please visit us at http://www.neenah-transfer.de.

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