NEWS RELEASE

   

June 1998
  

FORD GUM & MACHINE DEBUTS STAND-UP 18 oz
CAROUSEL GUMBALL REFILLS

AKRON, NY — Ford Gum & Machine Company, Inc., leading manufacturer and distributor of premium gum/confectionery products, has introduced a new, 18 ounce stand-up resealable zipper pouch Gumball Refill Bag for the Carousel line of gumballs. The convenient stand-up resealable pouch features Carousel gumballs in assorted colors and flavors. Ford Gum manufactures and distributes the full fline of Carousel brand Gumballs and machines, including a complete line of Disney action character machines/dispensers.

“We’ve developed dynamic new packaging graphics for the 18 ounce refills,” explains Steve Gold, Senior Vice President Sales & Marketing. “This will give Carousel gumballs greater shelf visibility. In addition, the slim pouch design provides greater shelf utilization. The stand-up pouch features a resealable zipper top for easy opening and secure reclosing.”

The 18 ounce Carousel assorted flavored gumball refills are packed 12 bags to the case. Carousel gumballs also are available in 53 ounce refill jars and 62 ounce refill boxes both packed 6 per case. All Carousel gum is produced at their manufacturing facility in Akron, N.Y. and packaged entirely in the U.S.

For more information on any of Ford Gum & Machine Company products, contact Ford Gum & Machine Company, Inc., Sales & Marketing offices at 50 Lakeview Parkway Suite 129, Vernon Hills, IL 60061. Phone: 847-573-0800. Fax: 847-573-0833. e-mail: sales@fordgum.com.


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