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Nosco Adds RFID Capabilities at Packaging Innovation Center
Written by Dennis Herbst, Packaging Innovation Center Site Leader
Digital Label Platform Expanded with Addition of HP Indigo V12
Transfer of Carrollton, Texas Production Assets to Pleasant Prairie, WI
Nosco Names Jim Hillstrom EHS Director; Celebrates Major Environmental Wins
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Visit Nosco at Pack Expo 2024
Event: Pack Expo International Dates: November 3-6, 2024 Location: McCormick Place | Chicago, Illinois Booth: W-14096 Request a …
Visit Nosco at RICE 2024
Event: Retail Innovation Conference and Expo Dates: June 4-6, 2024 Location: McCormick Place | Chicago, Illinois Booth: #1000 Re…
Meet Nosco at SUPERZOO
Event: SuperZoo Dates: August 14-16, 2024 Location: Mandalay Bay | Las Vegas, Nevada See you on the showroom floor! Request a Me…
Meet Nosco at SupplySide West
Event: SupplySide West Dates: October 28-31, 2024 Location: Mandalay Bay | Las Vegas, Nevada Meet us at the show in our meeting …
Nosco Wins FPA Silver Achievement Award
Leading printed packaging producer wins exclusive Achievement Award PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – APRIL 5, 2024 – Nosco, Inc., a subsid…
Nosco Activates New State-of-the-Art Komori GX40RP advance
Asset configured to meet growing pharmaceutical packaging needs PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – APRIL 4, 2024 – Nosco, Inc., a full-servi…
Nosco Invests in Label Automation with HP Indigo V12 Digital Press
Digital print leader adds label capacity at its Packaging Innovation Center in Wisconsin PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – MARCH 29, 2024 –…
Nosco Launches Covert Security Solution Utilizing HP Indigo Invisible Inks
GURNEE, IL – November 1, 2018 – Nosco, Inc., a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., announced today that it will expand its br…
Nosco Honored with Prestigious TLMI Elevation Converter Award
Nosco was recently honored by the Tag and Label Manufacturers Institute, Inc. (TLMI) with the Elevation Converter Award in its C…
Rotzinger Group and Nosco to Collaborate at Pack Expo 2023
Earlier this year, Rotzinger Group announced its collaboration with packaging partner, Nosco, to bring to market – Eco | Save | …
Nosco Introduces Direct-to-Consumer-Focused Product Line: MSHN Packaging
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – AUGUST 2, 2023 – Nosco, Inc., a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., announced today a fresh take on ma…
Nosco Launches Exclusive EcoClear Film™ for StretchPak
PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – APRIL 7, 2023 – Nosco, Inc., a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., announced today the launch of its e…
Nosco Names Recipients of 2022 Supplier of the Year Awards
Nosco is proud to recognize the efforts of its top-performing suppliers and supply chain partners. This year’s 2022 Supplier of …
Nosco Among Five TLMI Member Companies Recognized for Sustainability Leadership
The following release was adapted from the original release by TLMI on TLMI.com on November 7, 2022. TLMI recently announced tha…
Nosco Purchases Award-Winning Komori GX40RP advance
The following release was adapted from the original release by Komori America on “Komori in the News” on October 20, 2022. Komor…
Nosco Announces Plans to Scale Up Carton Production by 125 Million Units in 2023
Additional carton line assets at Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin facility to provide next-level growth opportunities at Nosco. PLEAS…
Nosco Honored by Congress for Support of the Pharmaceutical Industry During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Nosco honored by Congress during a recent visit by U.S. Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick from Pennsylvania. PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – …
Nosco to Expand Packaging Innovation Center in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Company expands headquarters facility by 98,000 square feet – now totaling 271,000 square feet. PLEASANT PRAIRIE, WI – MARCH 7, …
Nosco Announces Plans for Major Investment in New Manufacturing Equipment and Technologies
Company plans asset expansion across multiple plants and product lines through continued support from parent organization, Holde…
Nosco Honored with TLMI Calvin Frost Environmental Leadership Award
We are pleased to announce that Nosco was recently honored by Tag and Label Manufacturing Institute (TLMI) with a Calvin Frost E…
Live From the Packaging Innovation Center: An Update on Nosco's Latest and Greatest
We are pleased to announce that we have completed our move toPleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Now that our teams have settled into o…
Headquarters Facility Achieves Idealliance G7® Master Qualification
We are excited to announce that our new headquarters facility and Packaging Innovation Center has earned the Idealliance G7® Mas…
Strategic Sourcing Update: The State of the Supply Chain
It is no secret; market dynamics and the global supply chain have changed dramatically over the last two years. To help better u…
Nosco Announces Launch of Sustainable Packaging Portfolio: Nosco Grow
Company unveils twenty-five sustainable material options for cartons, labels, inserts and flexible packaging. PLEASANT PRAIRIE, …
Nosco Begins Carton and Label Production at New Pleasant Prairie Packaging Innovation Center
Company marks new era of printed packaging with continued focus on quality, innovation and growth for the healthcare industry. P…
That’s a Wrap: Nosco’s Virtual Sustainability Summit – a Success!
Nosco’s first-ever virtual Sustainability Summit aired live on June 10! The half day thought leadership event was presented by M…
2021 Supply Chain Challenges and Material Inflation
Insights from Jim Struhar, Nosco's Chief Financial Officer In 2019, there was little to no price volatility or material disrupti…
Large Strides Made in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin Move
As previously announced in November of 2020, Nosco will soon open a new site in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The new facility wi…
Centralized Color Management System Implemented at Nosco
The latest tool that is helping keep Nosco a leader in color management is Esko’s Color Module. The Esko Color Module centralize…
Coming to a Screen Near You: New Online Proofing Capabilities at Nosco
Nosco is excited to announce a new feature available to all customers – online proofing and approvals. Customers now have new an…
New Product Alert: Certified Child-Resistant / Senior Friendly FlexPack
Nosco, Inc., a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., announced today that it will continue its flexible packaging leadership th…
Nosco Honored with FPA Silver Award for Printing
Nosco was recently honored by the Flexible Packaging Association with a Silver Award for Printing in partnership with Reset360. …
New Assets Coming to Nosco in 2021
In addition to our new facility in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, Nosco is excited to announce new equipment additions for 2021! A…
Establishing Brand Identity Through Printed Packaging
Brent Anderson, Nosco’s Business Development Manager, recently collaborated with Nutraceuticals World magazine to discuss how to…
2020 – A Year in Review
Each year, it is important to look back and reflect on our successes (and shortfalls) – highlighting those moments that made the…
Nosco Announces New Facility in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
GURNEE, IL – November 18, 2020 – Nosco, Inc., a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., announced today plans to open a new site …
Nosco Launches Packaging Microsites for Brands and CMOs
Earlier this year, Nosco launched its first online packaging microsite for a natural health brand’s white / private label progra…
Nosco Installs Karlville Pouching Machine at Carrollton, Texas Facility
At Nosco, we recognize that your time matters. That’s why we are excited to announce the delivery and installation of our new Ka…
"Stand" on Trend with Pill Pouch
Switch up your packaging and “stand” on trend with Nosco’s new “Pill Pouch” offering – the ideal primary package for your vitami…
Hand Sanitizer Label Success
In March of 2020, Mary Kay announced that it would dedicate a portion of its global supply chain to producing essential products…
Packaging in the Midst of COVID-19: Impact on Future Packaging
Nosco is committed to helping its customers navigate the current and future impact of COVID-19 on printed packaging. Continue to…
Packaging in the Midst of COVID-19: Packaging's Role in Crisis
Nosco is committed to helping its customers navigate the current and future impact of COVID-19 on printed packaging. Continue to…
The Future is Digital | Nosco’s Work with HP Indigo
Each year, brands lose over $1 trillion dollars to things like counterfeiting, product diversion and theft of goods. Nosco and H…
Packaging in the Midst of COVID-19: Using Online Tools
Nosco is committed to helping its customers navigate the current and future impact of COVID-19 on printed packaging. Continue to…
Time Matters: A Mission in the Fight Against COVID-19
At Nosco, we recognize that your time matters, even more so in the fight against COVID-19. That is why our teams are working aro…
Packaging in the Midst of COVID-19: Health & Safety Practices
Nosco is committed to helping its customers navigate the current and future impact of COVID-19 on printed packaging. Continue to…
Packaging in the Midst of COVID-19: The Ease of Virtual eAudits
Nosco is committed to helping its customers navigate the current and future impact of COVID-19 on printed packaging. Continue to…
Packaging in the Midst of COVID-19: Supply Chain Challenges
Nosco is committed to helping its customers navigate the current and future impact of COVID-19 on printed packaging. Continue to…
Nosco Announces Purchase of Karlville Pouching Machine
Continues commitment to customers through complete solution for flexible packaging product line. Nosco recently announced that i…
Nosco Achieves Seven Winning Entries in the Graphic Excellence Awards
Nosco's Gurnee South location has been recognized in receiving seven winning entries from Great Lakes Graphics Association's Gra…
Nosco Leverages HP Equipment to Support Pandemic
Nosco is proud to be an essential provider to many top pharmaceutical players in this fight, not to mention, other industries li…
Nosco Earns "Top Contract Packaging Consultant / Service Company"
From their annual listing of 10 companies that are at the forefront of providing contract packaging services and transforming bu…
2019 Quality and Delivery Performance Results
2019 was another strong year of quality and delivery performance for Nosco. Here are the results for both quality (order accepta…
New Product Alert: Sales Aids for Pharmaceutical Launches
Promote and launch your next pharmaceutical product with an eye-catching sales aid from Nosco.
Nosco Enjoys Efficiency and Agility Gains with the Esko Automation Engine Workflow
The Esko Automation Engine workflow delivers incredible efficiency gains and improved agility for Nosco, a leading U.S. packagin…
Carrollton Facility Gets Digital Upgrade
Nosco adds HP Indigo 6600 and ABG Digicon Series 3 machines in Carrollton, Texas to support digital label product redundancy.
Nosco Acquires Assets of Chicago Printing Company, Haapanen Brothers, Inc.
Expands print capacity for folded literature and Lit-a-Sure product lines to enable faster turnaround times. GURNEE, IL – Februa…
Strategic Acquisitions and Investments Lead to 20% Growth for Nosco
This article by Patrick Henry was featured, in part, in the January 3, 2020 edition of Printing Impressions. Patrick is a Senior…
Standard Protocol: A Look at Nosco's New Standard Product Offering
Nosco's new library of standard printed packaging is designed to support your brand, timeline and budget... all through the powe…
The Future of Flexible Packaging
New technologies and changes in market demand have allowed Nosco to break into a new packaging category: digitally printed, chil…
Nosco Strengthens Procurement through SFI Fiber Sourcing Certification
As part of its broad commitment to corporate social responsibility, Nosco will now meet the rigorous requirements of the Sustain…
Meet Nosco's New Product Development Team
Get to know Nosco's New Product Development Team – Brent Hansen and Steve Krueger!
A Look at Nosco's 2019 Customer Satisfaction Survey Results
Nosco’s client services efforts exceed customer expectations, according to 2019 Customer Satisfaction Survey results.
Why Does Nosco Innovate? To Better Serve You.
My daughter’s high school recently had an open house, so I decided to visit the Graphic Communications Lab after meeting her tea…
Nosco Makes the Move to HP Indigo 8000 Series Presses
Nosco's digital fleet is not only getting bigger – but faster too! Here's a look at how HP Indigo 8000 series presses will help …
Nosco Gives Customers a Competitive Advantage with StretchPak Offering
Have you met Nosco’s latest carded packaging product, StretchPak? Through this packaging innovation, customers are able to prote…
Nosco is Now Open for Flexible Packaging Business
Drumroll please… Nosco is now open for flexible packaging business! In response to the market and numerous customer requests, we…
Helping Brand Owners [Stand Out]
It’s safe to say that the packaging space has been shaken up in more ways than one. The modification to our reality (or what we …
A Look Inside Nosco’s New Flexible Packaging Operation
Nosco announced earlier this year that it would enter into the flexible packaging space at its facility in Carrollton, Texas. To…
Social Responsibility at Nosco
In recent months, some customers have inquired about what sustainability looks like at Nosco’s six sites. As such, our teams wor…
A Look at Nosco's Rich History
At Nosco, we’re proud to be part of a company that is deep-rooted in such rich history. Here’s a look at a few hidden gems we re…
Nosco "Rolls Out" eAudit Cart
In late May, Nosco’s quality team hosted its first eAudit utilizing our new remote audit cart. Through this new technology, the …
Resealable Flexible Packaging and the Impact on Natural Health Products
The market for natural health products is booming. As such, the need for packaging solutions that address the concerns of loyal …
Did You Know? Nosco Offers Advanced Shipment Notifications for All Orders!
Nosco's advanced shipment notifications (or ASNs) are designed to compliment our Time Matters goal of delivering your printed pa…
MasterMinds VI: A Wellness Retreat to Remember
Customers couldn’t resist Nosco’s sixth annual MasterMinds educational event this past May in Denver, Colorado.
Nosco Completes HP Indigo Labels and Packaging Press Portfolio
Enters flexible packaging market to enable secure, consistent, sustainable printing for customers PALO ALTO, Calif. and GURNEE, …
2019 Focus on Innovation
In an effort to continue to create one-to-one custom solutions for our customers, several Nosco employees recently put their exp…
Packaging Considerations for Dietary Supplements
Naturally, a lot of thought goes into product packaging of any kind. Yet with dietary supplement packaging, your target consumer…
The Next Era of Digital Print
Nosco adds to its digital fleet in partnership with HP Indigo.
Nosco Launches New Brand Enhancement Team
Have you heard the news? Nosco’s new Brand Enhancement Team is live! What is it? The Brand Enhancement Team is Nosco’s latest se…
Multiple U.S. Converters Invest in HP Indigo 8000 as Demand for Digital Labels Continues to Grow
This release was featured on labelsandlabeling.com on May 28, 2019. HP has detailed a number of new installations across the US …
How Effective Drug Packaging Improves Supply Chain Performance
Product packaging creates a first impression, but it does much more than that. Smart packaging can be an asset throughout the en…
In-Line Cold Foil Printing vs. Hot Stamping & Metallic Boards
Last year, Nosco announced the addition of its in-line cold foil printing capabilities on its folding carton line in Bridgeview,…
Time Matters: Reducing Enclosure Lead Times
The demand for enclosures at Nosco is at an all-time high, pushing out order lead times and creating delays across the board. In…
Technology’s Impact On Pharmaceutical Packaging
When you think “medical breakthrough,” you probably don’t think of the packaging used in the pharmaceutical industry. But when i…
Nosco Installs Eagle Systems Cold Foil
This release was featured on labelsandlabeling.com on February 28, 2019. U.S. converter Nosco, a subsidiary of Holden Industries…
Time Matters: Quality
In late 2017, Nosco acquired the assets of Knight Packaging Group. As a result of this acquisition, StretchPak was added to Nosc…
Expanded Product Offering: Carded Packaging
In late 2017, Nosco acquired the assets of Knight Packaging Group. As a result of this acquisition, StretchPak was added to Nosc…
Nosco Adds In-Line Cold Foil at Bridgeview Facility
Nosco’s Bridgeview facility recently acquired an Eagle Cold Foil System, which is now installed on the company’s Komori 8-color …
Nosco Announces 2019 Leadership Changes
In early December 2018, Russ Haraf announced his plans to retire from his role as President of Nosco at the end of 2018. Nosco’s…
Nosco Partners with Isagenix on Brand Protection Initiatives
GURNEE, IL – December 17, 2018 – Nosco, Inc., a subsidiary of Holden Industries, Inc., announced today that it will continue its…
Nosco Enters into Pharmaceutical 503B Market
Innovative Printed Packaging Provider Announces the Addition of Dedicated Market Leader and Packaging Advisor to Support New Pha…
Infographic: 5 Ways to Reduce Packaging Costs
Reducing packaging costs is one of the top concerns for any company that distributes products. There are many elements that go i…
Packaging Mistakes that are Costing You Money
Adapted from Packaging Strategies Magazine – Online.
StretchPak Prototyping: 3D Printing
Nosco’s solutions engineering team is excited to offer improved StretchPak samples utilizing the Creality CR-10S4 Additive Layer…
Save Time with Online CAD Requests
Short on time? Easily submit your CAD design requests for cartons, labels and enclosures with our convenient online tool. Receiv…