~ ePac Flexible Packaging has opened a 66,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona, which the company says is the largest in its global network.

The plant is intended to serve customers in the Southwestern United States with digitally printed flexible packaging. ePac said the facility will provide faster shipping and local support, and help brands bring products to market more quickly. It is expected eventually to employ more than 100 people.

"Brand owners of all sizes" will be able to use short-run digital printing and scale to higher-volume production as their businesses grow, CEO Virag Patel said.

The company said the facility includes an investment in next-generation packaging technology, with additional capabilities planned for 2027 as production expands to meet customer demand. Patel said the investment is intended to help businesses go to market faster and more sustainably.

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Arizona Commerce Authority President and CEO Sandra Watson said the facility reflects Arizona's role as a manufacturing and distribution hub, citing the state's location, customer base and workforce. Greater Phoenix Economic Council President and CEO Christine Mackay said the region offers talent and infrastructure to support manufacturers. Mesa Mayor Mark Freeman said the investment could create opportunities for local suppliers and residents.

Founded in 2016, ePac operates more than 20 facilities worldwide, according to the company. It says its services include custom packaging, low minimum order quantities and sustainable material options.

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