July 2025: One of the leading providers of flexible packaging solutions, American Packaging Corporation (APC), has approved a significant expansion to its Center of Excellence in Story City, Iowa, which will house an additional investment in cutting-edge pouching capacity and capability.
American Packaging anticipates that construction will begin in October 2025 and that the expansion will be finished by the end of September 2026. APC has a long history of investing in top-notch facilities and machinery, and it distinguishes itself by offering a wide range of pouches, bags, and other flexible packaging solutions.
Pouches are experiencing significant growth in the North American flexible packaging market, with a projected growth rate of approximately 4.5% from 2024 to 2029, according to a Modor Intelligence study. This growth is driven by increasing consumer demand for convenient packaging solutions and the ability of pouches to offer a superior combination of product protection, impactful visual appeal, and convenience features, such as open and reclose zippers.
“American Packaging is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for pouches and bags for a wide variety of applications,” said Ray Graham, CEO and President. “Customers can find the perfect combination of packaging materials, printing, and special features for their products.”
Kevin Neis, Operations Director, added, “APC’s Story City Center of Excellence offers award-winning flexographic printing for its preformed pouches and bags, creating vivid graphics with eye-catching shelf appeal that our customers value. We are excited to expand our pouching capacity and capability.”
About American Packaging Corporation
Founded in 1902, American Packaging Corporation is a recognized leader in the flexible packaging industry. Family-owned, APC distinguishes itself by investing in state-of-the-art facilities and capabilities, delivering packaging innovation, promoting sustainable products and practices, and focusing customer delight. Today, APC operates six Centers of Excellence in the United States and employs approximately 1,300 talented, motivated professionals. For more information, please visit americanpackaging.com.
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