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RE: Hello, Nice to e-meet you!

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 06-28-2026 10:37 PM
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Hello Azikiwe. Great to e-meet you. Make sure to follow the Ontario chapter here, on LinkedIn and Instagram. We are working on few events before the end of the year so hopefully you can meet fellow members IRL. I also hope you are enjoying the FIFA competition! Cheers JFG --------------------------------- ...

RE: Protective packaging quality vs cost

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 05-15-2026 10:38 AM
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Hi Devdatta, I agree with Rob's approach. Commenting to his point #3 "Evaluate packaging systems" make sure to look at each packaging layer (primary, secondary...) and map them against packaging functions (contains, protect, transport, inform, end-of-life). See chapter 2 of the "Fundamentals of ...

Join us on December 9 for a Trivia Night Social!

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 11-20-2025 12:39 PM
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Think you know packaging? Put your knowledge to the test with other Ontario Chapter members for a friendly night of competition, filled with packaging trivia, great conversations, and plenty of treats. Join us at Gametime Social (2601 Rutherford Rd, Concord, ON L4K 2N6) from 6-8 PM. General attendees ...

RE: Crate testing ASTM D4169

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 11-09-2025 11:24 AM
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According to the standard, paragraph 5.1: "Test specimens consist of representative samples of complete shipping units, including actual contents. Products with blemishes or minor defects may be used if the defective component is not to be studied by the test and if the defect is documented in the report. ...

RE: Thoughts on Bio-based Packaging??

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 10-28-2025 11:01 PM
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Hi Mayela, I recommend testing the final product for compostability (e.g., ASTM D6400). The fact that the coating is seaweed-based does not make it necessarily compostable. ------------------------------ Jean-Francois Guillerez CPP, Fellow Professor, Packaging Conestoga College Institute ...

What is the Institute of Packaging Professionals (Ontario)

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 08-21-2025 05:10 PM
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This one-pager has been put together to help current members recruit new active members.

RE: Flexible Packaging - Bagging And Pouching Information Required

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 03-17-2025 08:04 AM
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Hi Anka, Training material will depend on the objective and length of the training program and the attendees' previous knowledge. A lot of information is in the Fundamentals of Packaging Technology 6th edition book and just needs to be... repackaged :) ... to fit your training delivery format. ...

Come an join the Chapter Board of Directors

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 02-27-2025 08:57 AM
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Hello IoPP Ontario Chapter members, We need volunteer board members! If you are in Ontario and are interested in being an active member of the IoPP Ontario chapter, message us before March 31st at iopp.ontario@outlook.com with your contact information. We will contact you to discuss the opportunity ...

RE: New Best Practices for Accelerating Cost Savings Initiatives

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 02-07-2025 01:48 PM
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Hello, Because the request comes from Procurement, I would work closely with them. Before accelerating any cost-saving initiative, make sure to understand Procurment's objective. Typically, they have objectives in $/year. As you get closer to year-end, finding big savings that will be completed ...

RE: Request to complete PhD Survey

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 01-25-2025 02:14 PM
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It looks like the survey is only for US residents. ------------------------------ Jean-Francois Guillerez CPP, Fellow Professor, Packaging Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning Cambridge ON Canada ------------------------------

RE: Packaging Engineer contract

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 01-05-2025 10:11 AM
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Hello @Bethel Ibemere, Maybe you should share some more details... where is the position located? (although mostly in the USA, IoPP has an international audience) Any requirements in terms of education and experience? Thanks, ------------------------------ Jean-Francois Guillerez CPP, ...

RE: Fundamentals of Packaging Technology 5th or 6th edition book.

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 12-01-2024 10:21 AM
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Congratulations on your CPP certification! JFG --------------------------------- Jean-Francois Guillerez CPP, Fellow Professor, Packaging Conestoga College Institute of Technology and Advanced Learning Cambridge ON Canada ---------------------------------

RE: Bilingual language requirements for master cartons of products sold in Quebec

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 11-20-2024 12:00 PM
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Hi Anthony, I agree with Oksana. The link in your message is from the Competition Bureau, which is federal. For Quebec-specific laws, you can look at LégisQuébec, CHARTER OF THE FRENCH LANGUAGE. Article 51: "Every inscription on a product, on its container or on its wrapping, or on a ...

Networking event - May 31, 2024

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 05-14-2024 03:32 PM
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Hello Everyone, We are organizing a networking event on Friday, May 31st, hosted by Conestoga College (Cambridge, ON) form 4PM to 7PM. We aim to celebrate Packaging Education and Careers in Packaging with our special guests, Derek Whitney and Liberatore Trombetta. To register, send $20 ...

RE: How are companies recruiting for packaging positions?

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 05-02-2024 09:47 AM
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Hello Matt, I think it depends on the seniority level and the specialized skills you are after. For junior positions, you can connect directly with colleges and universities with packaging programs. Professors will likely recommend recent graduates actively looking for a job. Student associations ...

RE: Fundamentals of Packaging Technology 5th or 6th edition book.

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 01-20-2024 05:48 PM
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Hi Rashid, Conestoga College packaging students have this book. Former students might want to sell their copy (for instance, if they leave the packaging field), or you might find the 6th edition at the bookstore. There is also a copy that can be seen at the college's library - Cambridge campus. ...

RE: LCBO corrugated box testing

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 11-23-2023 05:55 PM
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Hi Jason, At Conestoga College, we can test ECT as per TAPPI T 839 as well as Mullen if necessary. We are located in Cambridge, Ontario. (Our laboratory does not hold any accreditations but we are a public college in Ontario) Contact me directly if you want to discuss further. ------ ...

RE: Stacking Height Issue

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 11-05-2023 07:09 PM
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Hi Omar. From the photos, it is hard to see if you are using layer pads, including between the pallet and the first layer. Can you confirm? That will help spread the load evenly. You also might want to try corner posts before stretch wrapping the pallet. Is there any way you can measure (or ask ...

RE: Looking for an Instron style tensile/compression testers

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 09-21-2023 06:17 PM
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Hi Jason, we do have an Instron 5969 in our lab that is accessible to industry partners (message me if interested). If you want to purchase a used frame, I would look at Deja Vu lab for a good refurbished frame like Compression Crush Tester | Deja Vu Lab and Test Equipment. I have a contact there if ...

RE: Urgent - In Need of a Lab to Measure Surface Roughness

Posted By Jean-Francois Guillerez 09-16-2023 06:40 PM
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Hi David. We do not do that (and no accreditation) but have you contacted colleges or universities around you? Also any specific method or standard you need to be used? --------------------------------- Jean-Francois Guillerez CPP, Fellow Professor, Packaging Conestoga College Institute of Technology ...