Charlotte, NC, February 10, 2011 – Officials at global anilox supplier Harper Corporation of America have announced the promotion of Plant Manager Ronald “Lee” Harper Kluttz to Vice President of Manufacturing Operations.

Kluttz, grandson of company founders Ron and Katherine Harper and son of current Harper President Margie Kluttz, has worked at Harper for 20 of the company’s 40 years of existence.

In his new position, Kluttz oversees the manufacturing and production of all Harper anilox rolls at the company’s domestic facilities in Charlotte and Green Bay, WI.  Kluttz also audits the firm’s licensed affiliates — Harper Asia Pacific, Co., Ltd, Thailand and Harper Graphics GmbH, Germany – to ensure global product consistency.

Kluttz joined Harper in 1991, helping in Katherine Harper’s Cleaner Hands division. He has served in various manufacturing departments: as a blast operator, on the Harper GraphicsSolutions™ team, as plant supervisor, manager of customer service and plant manager.

As a member of Harper’s key management leadership team, Kluttz serves on the board of directors.

From its ISO 9001:2008 certified locations, Harper fabricates and restores more anilox rolls than any other manufacturer in the world. Kluttz has been involved in the company’s pioneering use of lasers in anilox roll production.

The company has introduced a variety of “green” manufacturing programs aimed at saving energy, preventing pollution and maximizing raw material use. Harper plants recapture and recycle all production-generated waste – including powder, shavings, wires and consumable parts.     

For further information, please contact Jazmin Kluttz at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jkluttz@harperimage.com

Charlotte, NC, March 30, 2011 – An address by Andy Colletta, President and Chief Executive Officer of Nilpeter USA Inc., highlighted global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation’s recent annual sales meeting here.

Privately held Nilpeter is among the world’s leading producers of multiprocess offset, flexographic and digital printing presses for the tag, label and packaging industries. It’s also one of four equipment manufacturers who are hosting free day-long seminars on this year’s series of Harper Roadshows.

A veteran industry executive, Colletta oversees all manufacturing and distribution operations related to the Nilpeter FB Line, including sales/service, marketing, engineering, manufacturing and finance. The Cincinnati main campus hosts the company’s showroom and manufacturing facilities. 

The 40 annual meeting attendees also heard from Mark Cisternino and Joe Tuccitto of the    Flexographic Technical Association. The pair provided an overview and status report on the fourth edition of FTA’s Flexographic & Image Reproduction Specifications & Tolerance – or FIRST – Operator Certification Program. 

This year, nearly a dozen Harper Corporation employees are participating in FIRST’s intensive half-year program of instruction leading to their certification as Implementation Specialists. The program also offers Press and Prepress certifications for those successfully completing the online instruction and examination regimen.

In addition to participation by its employees, Harper has donated a proofing system and narrow web base anilox rolls for an online auction to underwrite scholarships for deserving candidates.

For further information, please contact Jazmin Kluttz at 704-588-3371 or jkluttz@harperimage.com

Charlotte, North Carolina, January 14, 2013—A leader in the flexographic field, global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America credits much of its success to the talent and skill of its employees. As such, the organization is dedicated to ensuring that it provides the educational opportunities that its professionals need to stay current regarding the latest in industry technology and best practices. Partnerships with Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) and Fox Valley Technical College have allowed Harper Corporation to put the educational structures into place that equip its professionals to continue to lead the flexographic industry.

CPCC hosts a flexographic concepts course that offers practical experience and hands-on training to its students. Due to its small class sizes, CPCC is able to provide the individualized attention that allows participants to master each skill that is presented. Eight hours long, the course discusses nearly every aspect of the flexographic process, from conception to printing, and allows participants to ask questions that have arisen from their personal experience in the field.

Fox Valley Technical College also offers training in printing technologies. Among the courses hosted by this educational institution are digital prepress applications, digital imaging technologies, flexographic package and label printing, and product trials and testing.

Harper Corporation of America is proud to support the continued education of its professionals. Through the constant development of the talent that leads the company, Harper Corporation will be able to sustain its role as a premier firm in the industry.

For more information, please contact Jazmin Cordero at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jcordero@harperimage.com. 

Charlotte, North Carolina, April 1, 2014—Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America is excited to welcome Brian Ellis to its dedicated team of representatives. He will be representing Harper on the West Coast and ensuring that customers have continued access to Harper’s high quality anilox products and services.

Ellis brings with him a wealth of experience across the industry. He began his career selling doctor blades for flexographic and gravure printing and relocated from North Carolina to support West Coast sales. After several years he shifted into the die cutting field and worked with an international company to introduce their products to the North American market.

Combining his years of experience and diverse knowledge, Ellis is thrilled to become part of the Harper Corporation team. He recognizes that anilox rolls are integral to the success of flexographic printing and strives to extend the reach of these products to even more customers.   

Harper Corporation of America welcomes Brian Ellis as a West Coast agent and is confident that he will prove an asset in his role and in supporting the flexographic industry. 

For more information, please contact Jazmin Cordero at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jcordero@harperimage.com. 

Charlotte, North Carolina, April 17, 2015—Global anilox roll supplier Harper Corporation of America is excited to announce its participation as an exhibitor at the upcoming Label Summit Latin America 2015. This two-day event will host demonstrations, networking opportunities, exhibits, and more, focusing on changing trends and innovations in label and package printing.

Participants will have the opportunity to learn more about the technology and processes essential to producing high quality results in an efficient and cost effective way. Speakers and exhibitors will discuss ways to grow business, attract new customers, maximize performance, develop leaner business practices, and adhere to the latest industry trends.

Harper representatives will be on hand to provide information and insight regarding the company’s latest technology and product advances. Harper strives to support businesses in keeping pace with the competitive market as they optimize their printing processes.

Harper Corporation of America invites interested individuals to visit the company's booth, number 64, at the event. Label Summit Latin America 2015 will be held April 21-22 at the World Trade Center Mexico City in Mexico City, Mexico. 

For more information, please contact Jazmin Cordero at 704-588-3371, ext. 4292, or jcordero@harperimage.com.