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STEERING TOWARD SUSTAINABILITY: Choose an automotive fluid manufacturer with environmental expertise

Sherri Dauskurdas — Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:25:23 +0000

From racing to fleet, functional fluids play a vital role in keeping automotive vehicles running at their best. And in today’s sustainability-focused environment, functional fluid manufacturing is subject to a variety of evolving environmental considerations. That is why it is important to carefully consider the environmental expertise of your contract filling partner in these key areas of compliance and consumer priority:

Biodegradability: Biodegradable fluids break down naturally over time, reducing their environmental impact and minimizing harm to ecosystems in case of accidental spills or leaks.

Renewable and Bio-Based Ingredients: These ingredients are derived from renewable resources like plants and have a lower carbon footprint compared to traditional petroleum-based components.

Lowered Emissions: This is particularly relevant in the case of engine oils and transmission fluids, where low-viscosity and synthetic formulations can improve fuel efficiency and reduce CO2 emissions.

Reduced Toxicity: This includes limiting the presence of heavy metals, harmful additives, and other pollutants to ensure safer handling and disposal.

Recycling, Reuse and Reduction: Companies are exploring ways to recycle and reuse functional fluids and employ efforts to reduce waste and wastewater generation and resource consumption.

Compliance with Environmental Regulations: Keeping up-to-date with emission limits, waste management practices, and other relevant regulations is crucial for functional fluid manufacturers. ensuring that their products meet environmental requirements.

Eco-labeling and Certifications: Some manufacturers seek eco-labeling and certifications from reputable organizations to demonstrate the environmental credentials of their functional fluids.

At PLZ Corp, we provide the high-quality and compliant functional fluid solutions customers demand. Formulations are designed in-house by a national network of automotive research and development specialists and professional technicians. And a robust team of regulatory experts are at-the-ready to keep your products on track with the complex and evolving regulations in markets across North America.

Let’s talk about getting your products in the hands of more customers, with the help of PLZ.

Visit us at www.plzcorp.com/contact-us

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BUILDING RESILIENCE: Boost your Supply Chain Strategy with a Contract Filling Partner

Sherri Dauskurdas — Wed, 13 Mar 2024 14:47:01 +0000

In an age marked by global connectivity and interdependence, the advantage of a robust supply chain has never been more evident. A resilient and successful business model adapts to unforeseen challenges, minimizes disruptions, and recovers swiftly in the face of adversity while maintaining customer satisfaction, preserving market share, and even seizing opportunities arising from a disruption. In this scenario, a partnership with a contract filler emerges as a vital component of a comprehensive strategy to elevate this supply chain resilience. Here’s how:

Flexibility and Scalability: Partnering with a responsive contract filler offers companies the flexibility to scale production in response to demand fluctuations, swiftly adjusting to changes in production volume, and sidestepping costly delays and inefficiencies.

Risk Mitigation: Geographic as well as supplier diversification is a prevalent strategy for minimizing the risk associated with localized disruptions. Contract filling partners with the scope to meet your needs can contribute to this diversification by providing alternative production facilities. Building this redundancy is a known strategy to mitigate costly out of stocks.

Specialized Expertise: Contract fillers who specialize in specific industries or technologies, such as aerosols and liquids, offer a depth of expertise that may surpass that of in-house facilities. This specialization empowers companies to harness the latest advancements without the burden of extensive capital investment. During disruptions, companies can leverage the expertise of their contract filling partners to navigate challenges and maintain production efficiency.

Cost Efficiency: Partnering with a leading contract filler can lead to cost savings, especially for companies lacking the resources to invest in their own manufacturing facilities. Outsourcing production to specialized contract fillers allows companies to concentrate on core competencies while benefiting from the economies of scale achieved by their filling partners.

Accelerated Time-to-Market: In a rapidly changing business environment, speed often translates to a competitive advantage. Contract filling enables companies to expedite product launches by leveraging the established capabilities of their partners. This agility proves critical during disruptions when time is of the essence.

PLZ Corp recognizes the pivotal role it plays in your business’s success. By integrating PLZ Corp’s contract filling services into your business strategy, your company can beat disruption with confidence, emerging stronger and more competitive in the face of adversity, readied for long-term success.

Let‘s talk about getting your product to market! Visit us at http://www.plzcorp.com/contact-us

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Product packaging for an aging population

Sherri Dauskurdas — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:23:38 +0000

By 2050, it is estimated the number of people aged 65 and over will triple, reaching 1.5 billion, or 16% of the world’s population. As the population continues to age, it is important for companies to consider the needs and preferences of older consumers in their product and packaging design.

Creating product packaging for an aging population can present unique challenges. Here are some considerations to keep in mind:

Ease of Use: As people age, they may experience reduced dexterity and grip strength, which can make it difficult to open or close packaging. Designing packaging that is easy to open and close, such as using larger tabs or handles, can help to make products more accessible to older consumers.

Clear and Simple Labels: Older consumers may have difficulty reading small print or deciphering complex product labels. Designing labels that use clear and simple language, with larger fonts and high contrast colors, can help to make products easier to understand and use.

Lightweight Packaging: As people age, they may have reduced strength and mobility, which can make it difficult to lift and carry heavy products. Designing packaging that is lightweight and easy to handle can help to make products more accessible to older consumers.

Durability: Older consumers may rely on products for longer periods of time, so designing packaging that is durable and long-lasting can help to improve the overall value of the product.

Accessibility Features: Incorporating accessibility features into product packaging, such as easy-to-read labels and tactile markers, can help to make products more inclusive and accessible to a wider range of consumers.

By considering these factors and designing product packaging tailored to the needs of older consumers, companies can improve the overall user experience and increase the accessibility of their products.

PLZ offers a wide variety of contract filling and packaging options for your products, and a team of experts at the ready to help you meet any packaging need or consumer demand.

Let’s talk about getting your products in the hands of more customers, with the help of PLZ.

Visit us at www.plzcorp.com/contact-us

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PLZ Corp Acquires Champion Brands

Edgar Corona — Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:16:10 +0000

DOWNERS GROVE, ILL. – July 1, 2021 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), North America’s largest independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, today announced the acquisition of Champion Brands, LLC (“Champion”), a leading manufacturer of specialty lubricants for the automotive and industrial markets. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. With this acquisition, PLZ expands its full-service automotive and industrial offering, positioning the company to better serve its customers with a comprehensive suite of aerosol and non-aerosol products.

Founded by Ralph Lowe in 1956 and with more than 65 years of market leadership, Champion has one of the largest product portfolios in the industry. Champion produces more than 300 functional fluids and performance products, including brake fluid, fuel treatments, semi-synthetic and full-synthetic engine additives and specialty motor oils. Champion operates a 450,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Clinton, Mo., and serves customers across automotive, heavy duty, agricultural and performance racing markets. The speed and versatility of Champion’s lines make the company a cost effective solution for many customers.

“We are very excited to welcome Champion Brands to PLZ,” said Aaron Erter, PLZ’s President and CEO. “Champion is a market leader within the automotive aftermarket industry, and we look forward to leveraging their capabilities across our combined enterprise to strengthen the value proposition we bring to our customers. Champion is an incredible addition to PLZ as we continue growing our specialty automotive and industrial footprint across North America.”

Champion is led by Matt Lowe, the third generation of Lowe leadership at the company. Mr. Lowe will remain with Champion following the transaction.

“I am thrilled for Champion to become part of the PLZ family,” said Matt Lowe. “We look forward to leveraging PLZ’s extensive industry experience and national footprint to help grow Champion in the years to come. Together with PLZ, we will propel the combined company forward into its next chapter as we continue to deliver exceptional innovation, quality and service to our customers.”

Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital. With their support, PLZ has continued to grow organically and through acquisitions, including four in the last two years – Mansfield-King and Custom-Pak Products in 2020 and Liquid Technologies and Precise Packaging in 2019.

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is a leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product technologies. PLZ specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private label products. PLZ has a robust and proprietary portfolio of products in household cleaning, personal care, food service, maintenance, specialty and industrial, and automotive. For more information, visit PLZAeroscience.com.

About Champion Brands, LLC

Champion Brands, LLC has made a name for themselves as a leader in specialty lubricants. Headquartered in Clinton, Missouri and with over 300 products, Champion is always looking for new and better ways to make their customers more efficient with quality products and high standards. Champion products can be found all over North America and have had long-standing relationships with its customers for over 65 years. For more information, visit ChampionBrands.com

About Pritzker Private Capital

Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products, services and healthcare sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit PPCPartners.com.

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