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Floor Care Guide: What Facility Managers Need to Know about Facility Supplies

When customers walk into a store or patients enter a hospital, they immediately begin to assess their environment, often judging a facility based solely on its aesthetic appeal. Your employees are no different—they deserve clean, safe facilities, too, regardless of whether or not your business receives customer traffic. Appearances and safety matter, and your floors make a subtle yet impactful statement about your organization’s brand, level of professionalism and commitment to cleanliness.

Why the Roland TrueVIS VG3 is a Game-Changer for Large Format Printing

Large Format technology is constantly evolving to be better, faster and more efficient than the printer models of years past. With the release of its latest printer/cutter in the TrueVIS VG3 series, Roland has solidified its reputation as one of the most innovative brands in the industry.

The Rise of Sensors & IoT Technology in Facility Management

From office buildings and high-rise hotels to airports and manufacturing plants, the growing complexity of facilities is fueling a shift in how they’re maintained. Many facilities and property managers are embracing the move from human oversight to digital oversight, as it allows them to focus less on tactical tasks and more on strategic programs that enhance productivity, minimize waste and resource consumption and in some cases, even reduce their carbon footprint.

MRO Goes Digital: Facility Management Trends for the New Year

The maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) industry is booming, with even more growth on the horizon: Between 2023 and 2028, the market is forecasted to expand at a rate of 2.3%, catapulting the total market value from $685.5 billion to $787.2 billion by 2026.

Ensuring Your Wide Format Business Thrives during Times of Economic Uncertainty

Ensuring Your Wide Format Business Thrives During Times of Economic Uncertainty As we continue into 2023, many business…

Where Can You Get Training on Your New Wide-Format Equipment?

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

What Does a Wide-Format Equipment Warranty Cover?

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

What Value Add Should You Look for in a Large-Format Printer Supplier?

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

Picking the Right Printer Profiles for Your Wide-Format Printer

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

Let’s Talk Maintenance on Your Wide-Format Equipment

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

Automation in Printing: Improving Turnaround Time & Reducing Errors

Most companies strive to work smarter, faster, better. In today’s turbulent economic environment—where labor shortages and supply chain disruption remain the norm—streamlining operations, optimizing production workflows and improving overall productivity have become even larger and more urgent challenges.

Solutions for Solving Your Wide-Format Equipment Problems

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

Where to Buy Media & Ink for Your Wide-Format Printer

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

Aqueous Media & the Argent® AQ Difference

From fine art prints to gallery wrapped canvas décor and family photos to adhesive vinyl films and banners, aqueous inkjet printers are equipped to handle a wide variety of indoor and short-term outdoor applications. Thanks to the versatility and premium image quality of water-based inks, the aqueous segment of the wide format printer market continues to thrive as the preferred choice for photo and décor professionals who require top notch archival-quality and an eco-friendly printing environment free of harmful fumes and odors.

Using the Right Software & Rips for Your Large-Format Printers

Sean Profera on Software and Rips, and why you need them to print to most large format printers.

Wide-Format Printing Maintenance, Materials, & More

When it comes to the wide world of wide format printing, there are a lot of terms to understand, functions to master and techniques to learn. After the initial set up and installation, you’re ready to dive deeper into what your wide format equipment can do and how these capabilities can be leveraged to improve your business.

Power Requirements for Your Wide-Format Equipment

Sean Profera, Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, explains power requirements large format equipment!

Navigating the Customer Experience as a Small Business

Navigating the Customer Experience as a Small Business

Ink Types for Your Wide-Format Printing Needs – Dye Sublimation

Sean Profera, Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, explains one of the most popular ink types used in large format printing, Dye Sub!

Ink Types for Your Wide-Format Printing Needs – UV Inks

Sean Profera, Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, explains one of the most popular ink types used in large format printing, UV Inks!

ISA Expo Recap: 3 Observations from the Show Floor Shaping the Industry This Year By Sean Profera

ISA Expo Recap: 3 Observations from the Show Floor Shaping the Industry This Year By Sean Profera The...

Ink Types for Your Large-Format Printing Needs – Solvent & Eco Solvent

Sean Profera, Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, explains one of the most popular ink types used in large format printing, solvent and eco-solvent!

10 Questions to Answer Before You’re Ready to Buy Wide-Format Equipment

10 Questions to Answer Before You’re Ready to Buy Wide-Format Equipment Decisions, decisions. There are plenty to make...

What Can You Print on with Wide-Format Equipment?

Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, Sean Profera explains what can be printed on with large format equipment.

Supply Chain Setbacks: Managing the Disruption By Chris Jones

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Picking the Right Wide-Format Equipment

Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, Sean Profera explains some things you should know when picking a large format printer.

The Importance of Seeing Your Wide-Format Printer in Person

Anyone with an Amazon account can attest to the convenience of ecommerce. As consumers, whether we’re buying for personal use or making a business purchase, we’ve grown accustomed to window shopping via our phone or computer screens, swapping in-person demonstrations for online walkthroughs and digital recreations.

Printing Rigid Material on Fluid Color R84F Turbo UV Flatbed Printer

Mac Papers and Packaging’s Wide Format Sales Director, Sean Profera explains some things you should know when picking a large format printer.

How to Get Started with Wide-Format Printing

Sean tells how to get started in the wide format industry and why Mac Papers and Packaging is the authorized reseller of large format printing equipment, media, inks, and supplies.

What is Wide-Format Printing & Why Do You Need It?

Sean from Mac Papers and Packaging explains what wide format printing is. It’s printing big, oversized prints larger than standard letter size.

Wide-Format Capabilities of Mac Papers and Packaging

Mac Papers and Packaging have been in the paper and packaging industry since 1965. Mac expanded into wide format in 2006 and supports over 5000 SKUs of large-format materials and wide format printing equipment.

Large-Format Printer Market Projected to Reach $11.4 Billion by 2026

Small businesses, large businesses, all types of businesses are looking at new and different ways to market themselves and support their customers with different and innovative sales and promotion tools that come from wide format equipment and applications.

Know the Code for Deductions on Your Wide-Format Equipment

Section 179 of the IRC allows businesses to take an immediate deduction for business expenses related to depreciable assets such as equipment, vehicles, and software.

Welcome to the Team, Dependable Packaging Solutions (DPS)

Mac Papers and Packaging announced today the acquisition of Miami-based Dependable Packaging Solutions (DPS)

Introducing Argent® All-In-One Pressure-Sensitive Vinyl

Argent® All-In-One is a multi-purpose, pressure-sensitive textured vinyl that’s ideal for wall, window and floor graphics.

End-of-year sale on Mimaki, CWT & Fluid Color demo units!

Don’t miss this great end-of-year sale on wide format printer and cutter demo units: Mimaki CJV300-130 Plus, Fluid Color R84F Turbo & CWT Apex Plus 2516!

Announcing New Senior Leadership Promotions

Congratulations to EVP, Paper C. Boortz; EVP, Packaging C. McCabe; VP, Wide Format A. Weekley; VP/GM, MPEC S. Sipkovsky; & VP, Inside Sales C. Whiddon!

We Are Proud to Recognize & Honor All Who Have Served

We are pleased to honor and celebrate our nation’s veterans, especially the members of our team who have proudly served our country. Thank you for your service!

Mac Papers Reveals “Mac Papers and Packaging” as New Corporate Identity

New name reflects our comprehensive packaging business, strong commitment to the packaging industry and strategic priority to continue investing in growth.

Reimagined Wide Format IDEA Center™ in Orlando

We’re excited to announce our reimagined Wide Format IDEA Center™ in Orlando, Fla., as a hub for wide format inspiration, demonstrations, education and applications!

USPS® Tactile, Sensory, & Interactive Promotion

Make direct mail even more effective and qualify for the USPS® Tactile, Sensory and Interactive promotion incentive. Only 4 weeks left to register and save!

Mac Papers and Packaging Announces New Chief Financial Officer

As Greg Gay retires, Mac Papers welcomes Ron Crowell as its new CFO. Crowell brings more than 25 years of finance leadership and extensive M&A experience to role.

Roundup of Protective Solutions in Facility Supplies for Employees & Customers

As workplaces and public spaces fully re-open, short- and long-term protective solutions are needed – from face masks, sanitizers & disinfectants to signage & labels.

USPS® Personalized Color Transpromo Incentive

Registration is now open for the USPS® Personalized Color Transpromo promotion incentive. It’s all about more engaging bills and statements and can save you 2% on postage.

Hospitality & Facility Supplies: Paper & Synthetic Media for High-Touch Items

As hospitality businesses re-open in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis, there’s a need to address all customer touch points, including menus and door hangers.

Manta Easy-Seal Duo-Flap Envelopes Are Now Available

We’re pleased to now offer Manta™ easy-seal envelopes with two-flap closure, made at our envelope converting operation and available exclusively from Mac Papers.

Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day

On this 50th anniversary of Earth Day, we are pleased to share news, facts and activities from some of our supply partners and industry associations that inspired us today.

COVID-19 Safety Signs Available to Download

We’re pleased to share files of COVID-19 signs designed by our wide format team. Use them to remind employees about social distancing & other ways to stay safe.

CARES Act & the Paycheck Protection Program

We’ve rounded up some info and resources regarding CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program loans for small businesses. We hope it will be helpful to some of our customers and members of our communities.

COVID-19 Business Continuity for our Envelope Operation

Aligned with our core value of Trusted Reliability, we want to assure you that we have COVID-19 continuity plans in place for our envelope converting operation.

Mac Papers Operations Designated as “Essential Business” by CISA & Remain Open

As some states issue Stay at Home orders, we want to assure our customers & suppliers that we are deemed “Essential Business” and remain open and fully operational.

Mini Mac Store Process (COVID-19)

In order to protect the health of our customers and employees, we have implemented a new process at our stores that enables us to serve your needs safely and efficiently.

Coronavirus Procedures & Contingencies: Message to Our Business Partners

Aligned with our core value of Trusted Reliability, we want to assure you that Mac Papers has contingency plans in place for the escalating Coronavirus pandemic.

Mac Papers and Packaging Announces Sale to Monomoy Capital Partners

Mac Papers announces the sale of its businesses to Monomoy Capital Partners, a private investment firm with $1.6 billion in committed capital.

Mac Papers Expands Castle® Packaging Tape Product Line

Reinforced water-activated tape added to offering of acrylic and hot melt carton sealing tapes.

We Are Now an Authorized Epson Dealer for Wide-Format Equipment

Mac Papers has announced that it is an authorized dealer of Epson wide format equipment as well as Epson inks and media.

Mac Papers Adds Rigid Media to Argent™ Wide Format Lineup

New Argent offering includes PVC board, corrugated plastic and styrene

Mac Papers Announces New Argent™ Wide Format Media Guide

New guide includes Argent media samples and product specifications

Mac Papers and Packaging Announces Executive Promotion

Mac Papers Promotes Craig Boortz to Executive Vice President, Paper

Celebrating Veterans Day 2018

On this Veterans Day, Mac Papers is pleased to honor and thank all members of the United States Armed Forces for their service to our country and the sacrifices made by them and their families to protect our freedom. We’re extremely proud of those at Mac Papers who have served and offer this “honor roll” of some of our company veterans. We salute each of you for your dedicated service and thank you for being a member of the Mac Papers team.

Introducing Argent® Wide-Format Media

Product line includes digital banners, pressure-sensitive vinyls, imaging papers and UV laminates

Mac Papers and Packaging to Distribute EFI Wide-Format Equipment

Agreement with global technology leader further enhances Mac Papers’ wide format offering

Acquisition of Atlanta-Area Wilkerson Packaging Co.

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., announced today that on Friday, July 27, it completed the acquisition of Wilkerson Packaging Co., an Atlanta-based packaging and facility supplies distribution business established in 1982.

Mac Papers & Packaging Adding Experienced Sales Directors to Its Packaging Team

In addition to announcing new packaging hires, the company also announces internal promotions

Incorporating Inkjet into Your Wide-Format Print Strategy

The paper experts at Mac Papers understand that digital printing, especially production inkjet, is a dynamic and growing market and compatible papers, inks and software are rapidly evolving to keep pace. That’s why our team members continue to hone their digital knowledge, including training at our branch locations with experts from Canon Solutions America and Domtar.

Keeping an Eye on Packaging Return on Investment (ROI)

The experts at Mac Papers are well versed on the many shipping-related factors that can impact your bottom line, from package design and assembly to inventory management and DIM weight considerations. We’ve pulled together a short list to help you keep an eye on ROI.

New Wide Format Demo Centers: Now in Orlando, with Nashville to Open Next

While the ISA Sign Expo was taking place a few miles away at the Orlando Convention Center, Mac Papers opened its third wide format print and graphics demo center.

Mac Papers Envelope Converters Award-Winning Flexography Printing

Mac Papers Envelope Converters (MPEC) has won the Flexographic Technical Association’s highest award for Excellence in Flexography in the envelope category. MPEC was awarded 2018 Best of Show and Gold for its printing of the “Welcome to TruGreen” envelope. MPEC’s entries swept the process printing category, also winning Silver and Bronze.

Wide Format Demo Center Now Open in Orlando, Florida Area

Center offers hands-on experience with WF equipment and media from Roland, Mutoh and others

Mac Papers Expands Its Castle™ Packaging Line with Stretch Films

Castle stretch film offering includes hand and machine length rolls as well as boxed machine film

Executive Promotions at Mac Papers and Packaging

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., announced today two executive promotions, naming Rick Mitchell as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Kathy Wentworth as Vice President of Human Resourc

Mac Papers and Packaging Opens Wide Format Demo Center in Atlanta Area

Gives printers and sign & display customers hands-on experiences with wide format equipment and media

Introducing Our New Castle™ Packaging Brand

Initial Castle brand product offering includes acrylic hand and machine carton sealing tapes

Announcing New VP & Regional Manager

Tallahassee branch General Manager Carter Whiddon is promoted to vice president and regional manager, joining Vice President and Regional Manager Craig Boortz in top branch leadership roles

Announcing Acquisition of Florida Graphic Supply

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., announced today that on Friday July 28 it completed the acquisition of Florida Graphic Supply, Inc. (FGSI), a Clearwater, Fla.-based distributor that specializes in the most advanced wide format technology available.

Introducing Highlander™ Coated Cover

Highlander High Yield C1S and Highlander C2S serve printed packaging and folding carton markets

Proudly Accepted into Mutoh’s Extended Partner Program

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., today announced that it has been accepted into industry leader Mutoh’s Textile and Dye Sublimation Extended Partner Program (EPP). The EPP is reserved for dealers that display the proper skills and technical knowledge to sell and support Mutoh’s full line of textile and dye sublimation printers as well as expertise regarding related transfer equipment, inks and media.

Coldenhove Sublimation Transfer Paper for the Growing Dye Sublimation Market

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., today announced that it has entered into an agreement to supply dye sublimation transfer papers manufactured by industry leader Coldenhove. The agreement was facilitated by #1 Network, Inc., an organization of independent graphic arts dealers.

New Marketing & Corporate Development Leadership Roles at Mac Papers and Packaging

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast United States, today announced the appointment of Caryn King as its new director of marketing and communications. King succeeds Ray McGehee O’Steen, who has been named director of corporate development, effective Jan. 1.

Proud to Be Named CET Color’s Major Distributor across Southeast

Strengthens growing offering of print equipment for sign and display customers

New Wide-Format Printing Demo Center in Jacksonville Open Now

Enhances customer service by showcasing state-of-the-art print equipment and providing on-site training to customers

Chris Streibig Named Paper Sales Manager in Miami

New leadership tapped to lead the largest segment of one of the company’s top branches

Matt Adams Named New GM in Jacksonville by Mac Papers and Packaging

Next-generation leadership in position to grow & diversify the company’s flagship branch

Announcing Acquisition of Higdon Paper & Packaging

Mac Papers is proud to announce this most recent acquisition of Higdon, which is an important and strategic move for us in Alabama,” explained Sutton McGehee, President of Mac Papers.

New, Larger Facility in Nashville, TN Now Open

New Antioch location offers double the warehouse space and retail store

We Are Now a Distributor for Georgia-Pacific PRO

Mac Papers announced today that is now a full-line distributor of Georgia-Pacific Professional (GP PRO) facilities products, including hygienic dispensing systems, towels, tissues, soaps, air fresheners, wipers, cups, cutlery and napkins.

Mac Papers Envelope Converters Honored with Five FTA Awards for Excellence

Company received the Gold & Best of Show Award for Third-Consecutive Year; Captures Every Award Possible in the Process, Uncoated Paper Category

Named One of the 2016 Best Places to Work

The Jacksonville Business Journal announced this week that it has named Mac Papers as one of Jacksonville’s 2016 Best Places to Work. Mac Papers has been selected, along with eight other local organizations, after an independent, national research firm, Quantum Workplace, revealed that the company has one of the more interesting workplaces and one of the best cultures, as well as some of the happiest employees, along the First Coast, as determined by a survey of employees within the company’s headquarters and the Jacksonville branch.

Announcing Gandy Digital to Its Wide-Format Lineup

Agreement to become Southeast’s exclusive distributor for global print manufacturer strengthens company’s wide-format offering with UV, dye-sublimation and solvent printers

Announcing Acquisition of Packaging Professionals, Inc.

Second acquisition of packaging company this year grows team of in-market experts and demonstrates long-term commitment to the greater Nashville area

New Distribution Center Planned for Nashville

Mac Papers, one of the largest merchant distributors in the Southeast U.S., continued its growth in the Nashville market today with the announcement of plans for a new distribution center in Antioch. The facility includes more than 120,000 square feet of retail, office and warehouse space and is scheduled to open in the first quarter of 2016. Terms of the purchase were not disclosed.

Jeff Harris Named as Vice President of Mac National

Highlights the company’s commitment to delivering unsurpassed service and solutions to the company’s growing national accounts business

Mac Papers and Packaging Unveils New Corporate Branding

Renewed corporate identity highlights evolution of 50-year-old, family-owned company into leading merchant distributor with four distinct lines of business

We Are Now a Full-Line Distributor of Shurtape®

Agreement advances Mac Papers’ packaging offering, adding the premier manufacturer of pressure-sensitive tapes as company’s second core tape supplier

Acquisition of Nashville-Based Boxes Etc. II

Demonstrates company’s commitment to Nashville market, underscores packaging as a core business and adds to growing team of packaging design experts

Addition of Clorox® Brand to Facility Supplies Offering

Global supplier strengthens the distributor’s growing chemical business, with brands like 409, SOS, Tilex, Pine-Sol, Green Works, Glad and Liquid Plumr

Celebrating 50 Years in Business

Year-long tribute includes launch of anniversary website, plans to unveil new corporate brand in March, customer appreciation roadshow and community service

Welcoming Mutoh Line to Our Growing Wide-Format Business

Strengthens the company’s solvent, eco-solvent and UV Curable Printer line-up.

Craig Boortz Named as VP & Regional Manager

Mac Papers today announced Craig Boortz as the new vice president and regional manager, effective January 1. In this role, Boortz will oversee 10 of the 22 Mac Papers branch locations throughout six states across the Southeast U.S. He succeeds Steve Bethea, who is retiring after more than 42 years with the company.

Acquisition of Alles, a Full-Scale Packaging Distributor

This legitimizes packaging solutions as a core business for Mac Papers, bolsters our team of packaging experts and…

NewPage Launches Anthem Plus: Available at Mac Papers and Packaging

Mac Papers is pleased to announce that NewPage has launched a new economy coated sheet Anthem Plus, available after August 12, 2013 at Mac Papers locations. Anthem Plus will be replacing Anthem, Fortune and Gusto as NewPage’s economy coated sheet offering.

New Distribution Facility in Little Rock, Arkansas Now Open

Mac Papers, Inc. the Southeast’s largest distributor of fine printing papers, has announced the opening of its newest branch location in Little Rock, Arkansas, according to CEO Sutton McGehee.

Mac Papers and Packaging, Inc. Acquires All Packaging Supplies

Mac Papers, Inc., Jacksonville, FL, announced it has acquired All Packaging Supplies, Inc., a premier distributor of industrial and food service packaging supplies located in Pembroke Park, FL. All Packaging Supplies sales representatives will begin working with the Mac Papers Miami and West Palm sales teams during the month of January.

New Distribution Facility in Nashville Now Open

Mac Papers Inc., the Southeast’s largest distributor of fine printing papers, has announced the opening of its newest branch location in Nashville, Tennessee, according to company CEO Sutton McGehee.

New Packaging Design for Mac Papers Quick Copy

We are very excited to announce a brand new packaging design for Mac Papers Quick Copy carton and ream wrap.

Glatfelter Announces ExcelOne for Wide-Format Printers

Glatfelter has announced a new and improved carbonless sheet that is guaranteed to run on offset presses, copiers, duplicators and inkjet printing devises. ExcelOne combines the best of Excel Heavyweight Offset and Xcelerator PLUS Digital.

Redd Paper Company Sells to Mac Papers and Packaging

Redd Paper Company will sell its printing-paper distribution business to Mac Papers. According to a joint announcement made by Johnny Redd, President of Redd Paper Company and F. Sutton McGehee, CEO of Mac Papers.

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