International Paper, a world-leading producer of sustainable packaging, has been recognized as a DuPont™ Cyrel® Quality Assured Platemaker for the seventh consecutive year. The accreditation was awarded to the company's flexo plate division in Beaverton, Oregon, USA, following rigorous evaluation of its platemaking processes against DuPont's standards for consistency and quality.
The Cyrel® Quality Assured Program recognizes digital Cyrel® users that demonstrate excellence in every stage of platemaking. Facilities must submit plates and masks for evaluation at the DuPont™ Cyrel® Customer Technology Center, where they are tested against stringent criteria including dot size, relief, surface quality, and image fidelity.
Only those that meet or exceed these benchmarks earn accreditation and the right to display the official Quality Assured designation for the next 12 months.
"This recognition is a proud milestone for our flexo plate team," said Ryan Middaugh, Flexo Plate Room Supervisor at International Paper. "We've built our reputation on delivering reliable, high-quality flexo plates to printers supplying bags, folding carton, corrugated, and more.
"Being accredited by DuPont as a Cyrel® Quality Assured Platemaker again validates the continued dedication of our staff here in Beaverton and shows that our processes measure up to the very highest industry standards," added Ryan. "It also sends a strong signal to converters and brand owners that we are committed to consistency, innovation, and the long-term success of their print operations."
DuPont congratulated International Paper on the achievement. "We are delighted to congratulate International Paper on this seventh consecutive year as a member of the Cyrel® Quality Assured Program," said Douglas Staggs, Technical Sales Representative at DuPont. "Accreditation is not easily earned; it reflects both technical expertise and a deep commitment to delivering excellence every day. By meeting our evolving and stringent criteria, the team at International Paper has proven that it can consistently deliver plates that give printers limitless confidence, run after run."
Accreditation is renewed annually to ensure ongoing compliance with DuPont's standards, keeping participating platemakers at the forefront of quality and reliability in flexographic printing.
To learn more about the DuPont™ Cyrel® Quality Assurance accreditation, or to find the list of accredited businesses, visit www.dupont.com.
