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SPBCo is pleased to announce that our operation has once again recertified in one of the most globally recognized, and most valued, pre-press/print process control qualification, as a G7® Master Facility Colorspace facility. Since 2018, SPBCo has recertified as a G7 Master Facility Colorspace Facility on an annual basis. With this certification, SPBCo continues to show our commitment to deliver quality packaging solutions consistently to our current and prospective customers.   

G7 Master Facility Colorspace

This is the third level of G7 compliance and the most stringent. G7 Colorspace includes all the requirements of the G7 Targeted level (and therefore the G7 Grayscale level) and adds the matching to an entire Reference Print Condition.  This qualification specifies a step-by-step method for calibrating proofing systems and presses to a colorimetrically-gray tone curve and demonstrates that we are maintaining extremely tight tolerances throughout the whole color space.

Quality and repeatability are important to our customer base. Our commitment to the G7 method is yet another example of how we’re maximizing our Key Performance Metrics, for the external benefit of our blue-chip customer base. 

We are extremely proud of our SPBCo team for once again, achieving G7 Master Facility Colorspace Qualification.  

SPBCo is pleased to announce a 975 out of 1000 composite score from its annual audit by AIB International (formerly known as the American Institute of Baking).  This represents another strong performance by SPBCo for this comprehensive GMP audit, assuring our customers of continued compliance to the ever changing, and stringent, food contact safety standards for packaging operations. 

The 2 day audit was completed on 9/30/20 and represents the 13^th consecutive audit from this internationally recognized 3^rd party food safety education organization.  All 13 of SPBCo’s AIB audits have achieved scores that equate to the former Superior level, the highest achievement possible. In 2013, AIB International discontinued the use of ratings designations and focused exclusively on a single score metric and continuous improvement practices in the 5 audit categories.  

As an integral element of SPBCo’s mission to manage utilizing Key Performance Metrics, this 975 out of 1000 composite score, serves as a continuing commitment to quality compliance for our customers in the food and hygienic-oriented industries.

SPBCo is pleased to announce that our operation has joined the ranks of the most globally recognized, and most valued, pre-press/print process control qualification, a G7® Master Qualified facility.  

G7 COLORSPACE

This is the third level of G7 compliance and the most stringent. G7 Colorspace includes all the requirements of the G7 Targeted level (and therefore the G7 Grayscale level) and adds the matching to an entire Reference Print Condition.  This qualification specifies a step-by-step method for calibrating proofing systems and presses to a colorimetrically-gray tone curve and demonstrates that we are maintaining extremely tight tolerances throughout the whole color space.

 Quality and repeatability are important to our customer base. Our commitment to the G7 method is yet another example of how we’re maximizing our internal performance metrics for the external benefit of our blue-chip customer base. 

We are extremely proud of our team for achieving G7 Master Qualification.  With this certification, SPBCo continues to show our commitment to deliver quality packaging solutions consistently to our current and prospective customers. 

SPBCo is pleased to announce a 960 out of 1000 composite score from its annual audit by AIB International (formerly known as the American Institute of Baking).  This represents another strong performance by SPBCo for this comprehensive GMP audit, assuring our customers of continued compliance to the ever changing, and stringent, food contact safety standards for packaging operations. 

The 2 day audit was completed on 4/6/18 and represents the 12^th consecutive audit from this internationally recognized 3^rd party food safety education organization.  All 12 of SPBCo’s AIB audits have achieved scores that equate to the former Superior level, the highest achievement possible. In 2013, AIB International discontinued the use of ratings designations and focused exclusively on a single score metric and continuous improvement practices in the 5 audit categories.  

As an integral element of SPBCo’s mission to manage utilizing key performance metrics, this 960 out of 1000 composite score serves as a continuing commitment to quality compliance for our customers in the food and hygienic-oriented industries.

SPBCo is pleased to announce a 940 out of 1000 composite score from its annual audit by AIB International (formerly known as the American Institute of Baking).  This represents another strong performance by SPBCo for this comprehensive GMP audit, assuring our customers of continued compliance to the ever changing, and stringent, food contact safety standards for packaging operations.  

The 2 day audit was completed on 3/31/17 and represents the 11th consecutive audit from this internationally recognized 3rd party food safety education organization.  All 11 of SPBCo’s AIB audits have achieved scores that equate to the former Superior level, the highest achievement possible. In 2013, AIB International discontinued the use of ratings designations and focused exclusively on a single score metric and continuous improvement practices in the 5 audit categories. 

As an integral element of SPBCo’s mission to manage utilizing key performance metrics, this 940 out of 1000 composite score serves as a continuing commitment to quality compliance for our customers in the food and hygienic-oriented industries.

SPBCo is excited to announce an expansion of nearly 28,000 square feet to our main manufacturing facility located at 716 Clara Avenue on the city’s south side. 

To support our growth, an efficient, state-of-the-art receiving/loading dock area has been designed to connect and flow into additional warehousing and manufacturing areas.  Groundbreaking is scheduled for mid-winter 2017 and is being coordinated with the delivery of a new 7-color, large format printing press; SPBCo’s second such acquisition in only 3 years. 

The new KBA 145 Rapida press is being added to our manufacturing processes to help facilitate growth, reduce delivery cycle times and further maintain our ability to deliver products that meet the demanding requirements of the marketplace.  Fully equipped for the efficient production of folding cartons, this press incorporates the latest in offset print technology delivering press speeds, ease of operation and superior color control that define the leading edge of our industry. 

Looking forward, SPBCo’s outlook is one of optimism.   Our growth and expansion allow us the opportunity to continue to develop our marketing area, improve our processes and add employment prospects to our community.   Looking back, we are grateful and humbled by our 93 years of service to our customers, the dedication of our employees and their commitment to SPBCo’s success. 

SPBCo is pleased to announce a 925 out of 1000 composite score from its annual audit by AIB International (formerly known as the American Institute of Baking).  This represents another strong performance by SPBCo for this comprehensive GMP audit, assuring our customers of continued compliance to the ever changing, and stringent, food safety standards for packaging operations. 

The 2 day audit was completed on 2/2/16 and represents the 10^th consecutive audit from this internationally recognized 3^rd party food safety education organization.  All 10 of SPBCo’s AIB audits have achieved scores that equate to the former Superior level, the highest achievement possible. In 2013, AIB International discontinued the use of ratings designations and focused exclusively on a single score metric and continuous improvement practices in the 5 audit categories. 

As an integral element of SPBCo’s mission to manage utilizing key performance metrics, this 925 out of 1000 composite score serves as a continuing commitment to quality compliance for our customers in the food and hygienic-oriented industries.

SPBCo has achieved Full Certification Status in the Walgreens Private Brands print quality assurance program.  Working with Walgreens’ contracted auditor, Graphic Measures International (GMI), over the past year, SPBCo has participated in a supplier questionnaire, a print test, and on-site facility auditing.  The latter concluded on 6/23/15 and encompassed a comprehensive review of SPBCo pre-press and pressroom equipment, Standard Operating Procedures, related training, and documentation.

SPBCo is proud of this Walgreens certification and of the continued commitment to the private label demands of our customers that it represents.  Along with major capital investments over the past 18 months in a new 57” 7 color KBA printing press and a new Screen computer-to-plate (CTP) system, this Full Certification Status assures a high level of print quality and system compliance.

On April 15, 2015,   Sheboygan Paper Box was presented the APICS (Shoreline Chapter), Company of the Year award in appreciation of SPBCo’s support of their organization during the 2014-2015 program year.   APICS is the leading professional association for supply chain and operations management, and a premier provider of research, education and certification programs that elevate supply chain excellence, innovation and resilience. SPBCo takes great pride in our continuing support of APICS.  We accepted the award at APICS’s April Professional Meeting.

On February 11, 2014, SPBCo was audited by an independent 3^rd party, designated by Walmart, to assess compliance to the very exacting ethical sourcing standards developed by the world’s leading retailer.  Encompassing everything from fire safety, to employee documentation and practices, to environmental and facilities procedures – this rigorous social compliance audit of our Sheboygan, WI facility was requested by one of our Food industry customers, but will be applicable to all of our customers with a keen interest in food defense, hygienic product, and comprehensive operational standards.  Out of 50+ possible findings, SPBCo received only 3 minor ones – all of which have by now been addressed with corrective actions in place.  SPBCo is proud of our continued ability to be a highly compliant provider of packaging solutions for the demanding customers we serve, many of whom sell to Walmart internationally.