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 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, September 1, 2022 – Fortis Solutions Group LLC (“Fortis”), a leading provider of high impact printed packaging solutions and a portfolio company of funds managed by Harvest Partners, LP, announced the acquisition of Digital Dogma Corp. based in Santa Fe Springs, California. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. 

Digital Dogma is a digital manufacturer of pressure sensitive labels, shrink sleeves and flexible packaging serving the food and beverage, wine and spirits, nutraceutical, health and beauty, and industrial end markets from its locations in Santa Fe Springs and Paso Robles, California. 

Fortis President and CEO John O. Wynne, Jr. said, “As an early adopter of digital printing technology, Digital Dogma has always been at the forefront of innovation within our industry. With this acquisition, we are excited to extend our digital printing capabilities to California and offer coast to coast solutions for our customers. I am looking forward to working with Paul Mulcahey and the Digital Dogma team as we enhance our shrink sleeve, flexible packaging and pressure sensitive offerings.” 

Digital Dogma owner Paul Mulcahey commented, “We’re very impressed with Fortis Solutions Group’s approach to partnering with companies and joining them is a no-brainer for our continued growth and a bright future.” 

Employing over 1,300 employees across twenty-two manufacturing sites, Fortis intends to continue its pursuit of attractive acquisitions to further the breadth of product offerings and locations which can better serve its customer base. 

For more information, or to contact a sales representative to learn more about how Fortis can make a difference for you, please call 1-844-FSG-LBLS or visit www.FortisSolutionsGroup.com. 

About Fortis Solutions Group 

At Fortis Solutions Group, we provide a differentiated approach giving our customers a powerful advantage in the marketplace through industry leading lead times, quality control, color management and solutions-oriented approaches. We deliver a breadth of product offerings utilizing our outstanding flexographic, letterpress, offset and digital printing capabilities. These offerings include pressure sensitive and shrink sleeve labels, multi-ply coupon and flexible packaging printing, extended booklet printing, pouches, folding cartons, label applicators and variable data printing. Headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA, the company also has manufacturing and sales offices in Austin, TX, Catoosa, OK, Ellington, CT, Flowery Branch, GA, High Point, NC, Kansas City, MO, Lewisville, TX, Marietta, GA, Memphis, TN, Merced, CA, Montgomery, IL, Montreal, Canada, Napa, CA, Novi, MI, Orem, UT, Paso Robles, CA, Santa Fe Springs, CA, Somersworth, NH, West Chester, OH, Whitefish, MT and Wixom, MI. 

About Harvest Partners, LP 

Founded in 1981, Harvest Partners, LP is an established New York-based private equity investment firm that focuses on investments in middle-market companies in the business services & industrial services, consumer, healthcare, industrials and software industries. Harvest’s control strategy leverages the firm’s over 40 years of experience in financing organic and acquisition-oriented growth. For more information, please visit www.harvestpartners.com. 

 VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, August 30, 2022 – Fortis Solutions Group LLC (“Fortis”), a leading provider of high impact printed packaging solutions and a portfolio company of funds managed by Harvest Partners, LP, announced the acquisition of Identi-Graphics, Inc. based in Montgomery, Illinois. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. 

Identi-Graphics is a manufacturer and printer of pressure sensitive labels and flexible packaging products serving the snack, bakery, confectionary, cosmetic and chemical end markets in the U.S. and Canada. The company specializes in the printing of bar wrappers for the nutritional supplement industry, in both heat and cold seal applications. 

Fortis President and CEO John O. Wynne, Jr. said, “Fortis is excited to bolster its flexible packaging and label capabilities in key end-markets with the acquisition of Identi-Graphics. With its great technical aptitude and central location, Identi-Graphics is well positioned for future growth. We welcome the experienced Identi-Graphics team and look forward to working with them.” 

Identi-Graphics owner Terry Strong commented, “The Identi-Graphics team is thrilled to be joining with John Wynne and Fortis Solutions Group. After 32 years of building the business, I am confident that we have found the ideal partner to continue to succeed and grow in the flexible packaging market.” 

Employing over 1,200 employees across twenty manufacturing sites, Fortis intends to continue its pursuit of attractive acquisitions to further the breadth of product offerings and locations which can serve its customer base. 

For more information, or to contact a sales representative to learn more about how Fortis can make a difference for you, please call 1-844-FSG-LBLS or visit www.FortisSolutionsGroup.com. 

About Fortis Solutions Group 

At Fortis Solutions Group, we provide a differentiated approach giving our customers a powerful advantage in the marketplace through industry leading lead times, quality control, color management and solutions-oriented approaches. We deliver a breadth of product offerings utilizing our outstanding flexographic, letterpress, offset and digital printing capabilities. These offerings include pressure sensitive and shrink sleeve labels, multi-ply coupon and flexible packaging printing, extended booklet printing, pouches, folding cartons, label applicators and variable data printing. Headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA, the company also has manufacturing and sales offices in Austin, TX, Catoosa, OK, Ellington, CT, Flowery Branch, GA, High Point, NC, Kansas City, MO, Lewisville, TX, Marietta, GA, Memphis, TN, Merced, CA, Montgomery, IL, Montreal, Canada, Napa, CA, Novi, MI, Orem, UT, Somersworth, NH, West Chester, OH, Whitefish, MT and Wixom, MI. 

About Harvest Partners, LP 

Founded in 1981, Harvest Partners, LP is an established New York-based private equity investment firm that focuses on investments in middle-market companies in the business services & industrial services, consumer, healthcare, industrials and software industries. Harvest’s control strategy leverages the firm’s over 40 years of experience in financing organic and acquisition-oriented growth. For more information, please visit www.harvestpartners.com. 

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, April 15, 2022 – Fortis Solutions Group LLC, a leading provider of high impact printed packaging solutions and a portfolio company of Harvest Partners, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Anchor Printing based in Novi, Michigan. 

Anchor Printing is a flexographic and offset printing specialist providing shrink sleeves, flexible packaging and pressure sensitive labels across a range of industries including the paint, automotive, medical, food, beverage, health and beauty and chemical end-markets. 

Fortis President and CEO John O. Wynne, Jr. commented, “I have tremendous respect and admiration for the Weitz family and the nationally recognized business they have created, owned and operated for three generations. We are looking forward to working closely with the Anchor team and Andrew Weitz, who takes on a senior leadership position with Fortis as our President, Shrink and Flexible Packaging. We are very appreciative they have chosen Fortis to help continue their future growth, and bolster our core capabilities and talent across key product lines.” 

Anchor owner Andrew Weitz commented, “After 75 years of building Anchor Printing Company, we wanted to continue to grow our trajectory, while servicing our customers even better. When meeting with John and the Fortis team, we knew the synergies between the two companies could create something exceptional for years to come and expand the business to even greater heights. Our culture at Anchor was built on the commitment to quality, service, and hard work that was started by my grandfather and passed on to my father and myself, which I will carry on within the Fortis Family.”

Employing over 1,200 employees across eighteen manufacturing sites, Fortis intends to continue its pursuit of attractive acquisitions to further the breadth of product offerings and locations which can serve its customer base. 

For more information, or to contact a sales representative to learn more about how Fortis can make a difference for you, please call 1-844-FSG-LBLS or visit www.FortisSolutionsGroup.com. 

About Fortis Solutions Group
At Fortis Solutions Group, we provide a differentiated approach giving our customers a powerful advantage in the marketplace through industry leading lead times, quality control, color management and solutions-oriented approaches. We deliver a breadth of product offerings utilizing our outstanding flexographic, letterpress, offset and digital printing capabilities. These offerings include pressure sensitive and shrink sleeve labels, multi-ply coupon and flexible packaging printing, extended booklet printing, pouches, folding cartons, label applicators and variable data printing. Headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA, the company also has manufacturing and sales offices in Austin, TX, Catoosa, OK, Ellington, CT, Flowery Branch, GA, High Point, NC, Kansas City, MO, Lewisville, TX, Marietta, GA, Memphis, TN, Merced, CA, Montreal, Canada, Napa, CA, Novi, MI, Orem, UT, Somersworth, NH, West Chester, OH, Whitefish, MT and Wixom, MI. 

About Harvest Partners, LP

Founded in 1981, Harvest Partners, LP is an established New York-based private equity investment firm that focuses on investments in middle-market companies in the business services & industrial services, consumer, healthcare, industrials and software industries. Harvest’s control strategy leverages the firm’s 40 years of experience in financing organic and acquisition-oriented growth. For more information, please visit www.harvestpartners.com. 

New year, new glow — at least, that’s what the skincare industry is banking on for 2022. And though countless brands are pushing their cleansers, toners, and creams, there is one quick-fix productconsumers can’t seem to get enough of: the face mask.

Check out the Instagram and Snapchat accounts of celebrities like Chrissy Teigen, Busy Philipps, and the entire Kardashian-Jenner clan, and you’ll see dozens of snaps and videos of their (already flawless) faces smothered in clays or covered in funky-looking sheets. In each post, the stars look relaxed, indulgent even, as they sit above cutesy captions talking about the importance of skincare and self-care rituals.

There’s a good reason why beauty influencers and consumers love applying (and sharing pictures of) their masking routines. Face masks are easy to use, come in a wide variety of price points suitable for every budget, and promise amazing results, ranging from anti-aging and wrinkle reduction to brightening and hydration.

While attaining visibly smaller pores in a single sitting is a definite perk, the benefits of face masks aren’t only skin deep. The production of multi- and single-use masks has boomed over the past decade, and according to a report from Persistence Market Research, the global market is expected to rake in approximately $10,500,000,000 (yes, billions) by the end of 2026. Now, that’s a number that can perk up even the most tired skin.

Of course, the beauty companies aren’t the only ones reaping the profits. The packaging industry is also poised to make a lot of money as companies continue to rely on innovative packaging to both preserve and market their products.

Market Research projects that bottles and jars will be used to package the majority of face masks on the market, providing packaging companies with ample opportunities to sell custom pressure sensitive labels perfect for making brands stand out on the shelves and online. As mentioned before, celebrities are gaga for face masks at the moment. The more attractive the packaging and product, the more likely it is that one of Hollywood’s big shots might sneak the label into a video or photo.

Branding is only one way to grab customer attention, though. More than ever, consumers are looking for relevant product information on their packages, including a list of ingredients, instructions for use, and expiration dates. Many “clean” beauty companies are also making their mark by printing which ingredients they don’t include in their products, such as sulfates, formaldehyde, and parabens, while also adding if the masks are certified organic and cruelty-free. Remember, customers are looking for more than just quick fixes; they’re also searching for products that are compatible with their lifestyles and values.

While bottles and jars aren’t going anywhere anytime soon, flexible packaging is rapidly gaining popularity with skin-care companies worldwide. This trend shift is primarily due to the rise of Korean beauty (commonly referred to as K-Beauty), which often relies on flexible packaging for its products, including an array of single-use face masks. Though relatively new to the U.S. market, K-Beauty has stunned consumers with its innovative products (we’re talking everything from run-of-the-mill clay masks all the way to bubble masks and snail-slime masks) and adorable packaging designs (you haven’t seen cute until you’ve seen a sheet mask shaped like a panda!). U.S.-based companies have taken notice, too, especially since K-Beauty is expected to make a whopping $7.2 billion on its skin-care lines alone by 2020.

K-Beauty owes much of its success around the world to its creative marketing and efficient, cost-effective, and beautiful packaging. Flexible packaging, which includes pouches and cosmetic sachets, provide the perfect vehicle for skin-care products that need to stay fresh from the production line and shipping facility all the way to a consumer’s home. As Standup Pouches notes, this is because flexible packaging contains many layers of thin, yet durable, plastics and foils that resist outside air and contaminants, allowing masks (cloth sheet and otherwise) to maintain the proper moisture levels.

Flexible packaging, though often not recyclable, is more sustainable than other packaging options, as well. Unlike bulkier packaging (jars, bottles, or boxes made from alternative materials), flexible packaging minimizes a company’s shipping costs and carbon emissions, thanks to its light weight and pliability. That’s great news for companies looking to ship out as much product as possible without exceeding their budgets and even better news for shoppers, who can stock up on their favorite facial goodies in a single trip to the store. Products that can make you look and feel better? Count us in!

Face masks are just the beginning, too. Many companies are starting to expand their brands and are exploring single-use masks (sold separately or in boxed bundles) for hands, feet, hair, lips, chests, and even pregnant bellies, meaning the demand for flexible packaging is only going to increase over time.

Interested in learning more about how beautiful, durable labels and flexible packaging can help your company expand its reach? Contact us by for recommendations and more.

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Advertising is a massive industry. This year, companies are projected to spend an estimated $231.81 billion in media ads to extend the reach of their products and amplify their brand recognition, according to Statista. That number can be alarming for the millions of companies and small businesses who don’t have the means or the desire to buy ad space online or through broadcasting networks. Thankfully, there’s another, often overlooked form of advertising that won’t break the bank. Chances are you’re already utilizing it! We’re talking, of course, about using packaging as a form of advertising.

Every day, millions of consumers browse their local grocery stores, beauty supply shops, boutiques, and more to find products that best suit their lifestyles. More often than not, these same consumers come across hundreds of products lining the shelves and, while they may have an idea of what they want to buy, they may not know which brand to select. One reason for this is that, more than ever, consumers lack a sense of loyalty to one specific brand. According to Inc, 73% of Millennials surveyed said that “brands have to work harder to secure their loyalty.” One reason for this is that individual products are no longer enough to secure repeat customers. Shoppers are now looking for brands and products that align with their values, are transparent, and use sustainable materials.

All of this may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be if brands invest time and energy into their packaging strategies. Here are some of the ways you can use packaging as advertising to your brand’s advantage:

Increase brand recognition

Another reason consumer loyalty may be dwindling is that there are so many options available. Ensure your brand is memorable by spending the time to design your package thoughtfully — after all, it’s likely the first thing a consumer sees when searching through the aisles.

That doesn’t mean you have to opt for neon colors and busy fonts, though. Packaging should reflect the brand’s overall aesthetic; it should be approachable, honest, and true to the brand. If your company favors minimalism and clean lines, mention that when you consult with a packaging company. The same goes for brands with a more maximalist bent and prefer bold patterns and eye-popping colors. Authenticity is key to courting and retaining customers who want to know they can expect quality products and visually appealing packaging from reliable brands.

 Materials matter

You probably wouldn’t buy snack mix wrapped in aluminum foil. Similarly, you wouldn’t grab a single-serve granola bar that came in a clunky cardboard box. The materials used to package your brand’s products are vital to catching consumer attention and keeping them as a customer.

When it comes to packaging materials, consumers care about a few key things: Convenience, protection, and sustainability.

What’s the point in purchasing something that’s inconvenient to access? When packaging a product, think realistically. Does this packaging make sense for everyday use? Would I be able to easily transport this product from the store or when I’m on the go? These are the questions consumers ask themselves before buying.

The convenience of use is also one of the primary reasons flexible packaging has become a more popular choice amongst consumers. According to “The Future of Flexible Packaging to 2022” report from Smithers Pira, the flexible packaging industry was valued at $219.5 billion in 2016, and its overall value is expected to increase to $282.6 billion by 2022. Flexible packaging comes in a range of styles — including bar wraps, stand-up pouches, flexible rollstock, stick packs, and cosmetic sachets — and uses a combination of thin films, paper, plastics, and aluminum foils to create protective barriers that can help extend a product’s shelf life.

Protection and barriers are essential for making your product stand out amongst the competition. Consumers value freshness, and they want to know that their product hasn’t been contaminated by any outside elements that could cause mold, bump up the expiration date, or otherwise render the product unsafe for consumption or use. If your brand sells snacks such as chips or nuts, consider packaging your product in a resealable pouch, which is both easy to transport and safe to use over an extended period. Similarly, opt for a sleek bar wrap if you’re selling single-serve protein bars.

Consumers also want to know that the packaging they’re buying is sustainable as they search for ways to reduce their carbon footprints and overall impact on the environment. Flexible packaging, though often not recyclable, has proven to be one of the most sustainable forms of packaging on the market because it’s lightweight, easy to produce in one set location (eliminating the need to ship between factories and lowering the overall carbon emissions released during the process), easy to transport, and can be made using recycled materials.

Show ‘em what you’re made of

Use your packaging to advertise all of the good things in your products. Consumers care about transparency, and they want to know what they’re ingesting and using on their bodies. Make some room on your packaging to share an ingredient list. Additionally, include anything that might differentiate your brand from another. Is your product certified organic or cruelty-free? Was it made using a special Amazonian clay or is it allergy free? Let people know!

Use packaging to tell your brand’s story

Your brand has a unique story to tell, whether you’re selling face masks or wholesome snacks. What sets you apart from the other brands on the market? Did your founder dream up the product while traveling, or was she inspired to create the product after noticing an absence in the market? Or, was there a more personal reason — a commitment to health, a desire to find a remedy for stubborn acne, a beloved pet — that inspired the product line? Adding a short blurb about your brand can give consumers a look into what you stand for and why they should feel confident trusting you with their needs. Flexible packaging pouches are perfect for Natural Foods, allowing your brand to speak while protecting the contents.

What next?

If you’re looking to boost your brand’s name recognition, start with your packaging. Fortis Solutions Group can help you customize your packaging to best suit your product and your brand values so you can advertise your greatest attributes with ease. Contact us via phone or email to learn more

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VIRGINIA BEACH, VA, April 15, 2022 – Fortis Solutions Group LLC, a leading provider of high-impact printed packaging solutions and a portfolio company of funds managed by Harvest Partners, LP is pleased to announce the acquisition of Profecta Labels Inc. based in St-Hubert, Quebec.

Profecta Labels Inc. is a Canadian flexographic and digital manufacturer of labels and flexible packaging printing serving the industrial, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and food and beverage end markets in North America.

Profecta owner Pierre Roberge commented, “For the past 30 years we have built an amazing company with an incredible group of people. I am thrilled and look forward to teaming up with John and the Fortis group for this new chapter and continue our growth.’’

Employing over 1,100 employees across seventeen manufacturing sites, Fortis intends to continue its pursuit of attractive acquisitions to further the breadth of product offerings and locations which can serve its customer base.

For more information, or to contact a sales representative to learn more about how Fortis can make a difference for you, please call 1-844-FSG-LBLS or visit www.FortisSolutionsGroup.com.

About Fortis Solutions Group

At Fortis Solutions Group, we provide a differentiated approach to giving our customers a powerful advantage in the marketplace through industry-leading lead times, quality control, color management, and solution-oriented approaches. We deliver a breadth of product offerings utilizing our outstanding flexographic, letterpress, offset, and digital printing capabilities. These offerings include pressure sensitive and shrink sleeve labels, multi-ply coupons, flexible packaging printing, extended booklet printing, pouches, folding cartons, label applicators, and variable data printing. Headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA, the company also has manufacturing and sales offices in Austin, TX, Catoosa, OK, Ellington, CT, Flowery Branch, GA, High Point, NC, Kansas City, MO, Lewisville, TX, Marietta, GA, Memphis, TN, Merced, CA, Montreal, Canada, Napa, CA, Orem, UT, Somersworth, NH, West Chester, OH, Whitefish, MT and Wixom, MI.

About Harvest Partners, LP

Founded in 1981, Harvest Partners, LP is an established New York-based private equity investment firm that focuses on investments in middle-market companies in the business services & industrial services, consumer, healthcare, industrials, and software industries. Harvest’s control strategy leverages the firm’s over 40 years of experience in financing organic and acquisition-oriented growth. For more information, please visit www.harvestpartners.com.