Non-machinery Category

Non-machinery Category

Introduced to the competition in 1997, the “Non-Machinery” category is defined as an innovation manufactured by an industry supplier that does not touch the board including, but not limited to: computer systems, software and consulting; linerboards and new substrates; quality and management controls; administrative support; financial services; etc. In other words, any innovation that adds value to the board, and/or a non-corrugating machinery product innovation that may touch the board, and/or a machine that produces production-run converted products.

The most recent non-machinery competition was held at the AICC Annual Meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, September 18-20, 2023.

Innovator of the Year Winners – Non-Machinery

• • • 2023: Cascades Containerboard Packaging
      100% recycled SBS alternative used for color applications on packaging
    • 2018: J.S. Machine
      IBS Intelligent Plant Logistics – Seamless Automation
    • 2014: Package X
      Mobile & Online Preliminary Package Design Solution
    • 2010: Amtech
      Mobile Force Delivery
    • 2006: Southern Graphic Systems
      Large Format BAS Scanner and Digital File Communication Device
    • 2003: Armacel Technology Group
      High Impact Vacuum Tensioning Process
    • 2000: Liberty Diversified Industries
      Water Repellant Linerboard
    • 1997: Stop-It, LLC
      Remote Radio Control Cutoff Switch for Boxplant Equipment

See all of the Non-Machinery winners and finalists from the 2023 competition:

The order of the winners and finalists in this video is:

• • • Third Place- EFI
    • First Place- Cascades Containerboard Packaging
    • Finalist- JB Machinery
    • Finalist- OMP
    • Finalist- WRP Services
    • Second Place- Arden Software