Zip-Pak, Manteno, Ill., will open a resealable solutions and equipment manufacturing facility in São Paulo, Brazil. The plant will reduce lead times and greatly expand technical and consulting services to customers in Brazil, Argentina and Chile. Zip-Pak plans to begin full production of its complete line of resealable closures in early 2013. In addition to eliminating duties and taxes for local customers, Zip-Pak will reduce its environmental footprint by shipping freight shorter distances to reach Latin American customers.
"The expansion in South America will enable Zip-Pak to continue providing innovative packaging solutions to an important global market," explains Perry Malik, business manager for Latin America at Zip-Pak. "We are excited to initiate local production and warehousing operations that will support the local economy while enhancing Latin American customer's experiences with our proven brand of resealable solutions."