Zeller+Gmelin Named 3X Berry Global Ink Supplier of the Year

Posted on September 26, 2024

September 26, 2024, Richmond, VA – Zeller+Gmelin North America, manufacturer and innovator of printing inks and coatings, is proud to be named the Berry Global Ink Supplier of the Year for 2024. This is the 3rd year in a row Zeller+Gmelin has received this recognition for outstanding products and services.

For 15 years, the B.E.S.T. Program (Berry Exceptional Supplier Team) has recognized top suppliers for outstanding performance. Each year, this initiative assesses supplier performance against company goals and honors the best vendors for exceptional products and services.

As a longstanding partner of Berry Global, Zeller+Gmelin North America manufactures premium inks for their dry offset and flexographic printing applications, including the 71, 77, 78, and 32 Series inks. With 15 subsidiaries in 11 countries, Zeller+Gmelin provides seamless global service and delivery to Berry locations worldwide. Z+G inks are meticulously formulated to meet Berry Global’s stringent quality requirements, enhancing efficiency with higher press speeds and reduced set-up waste.

Key facilitators of the successful North America relationship are Tim Smith, Zeller+Gmelin Rigid Plastics Business Manager, and James Devoy, Berry Global Commodity Manager.

“Congratulations on an exceptional team effort that helped Zeller+Gmelin win this award. Thank you for all you do to make our products great for Berry and our customers,” Berry Global states in the official award letter.

“We all work very hard to supply the highest quality products, service, and support to our customers and it’s always a pleasure to be recognized.  Our drive to supply this level of service comes from our leadership and echoes throughout Z+G, extending to our relationship with Berry Global and all our customers. Congratulations to all at Z+G North America. Your hard work does not go unnoticed!” says Tim Smith.

Tim Smith, Z+G Rigid Plastics Business Manager, poses at Zeller+Gmelin North America Headquarters with 3 Berry Global Awards