Richard Howlett is the Product Line Leader for Shrink Sleeve Application Machinery for Accraply, the Minneapolis-based manufacturer of automated label application systems, as well as converting and finishing equipment for the shrink sleeve label and flexible packaging markets. Prior to its acquisition by Accraply, Richard had both Project and Sales experience with Graham Engineering – a brand with 26 years of experience manufacturing shrink sleeve application machinery. An Engineer by training, Richard holds a BSc in Business Management. During his 16-year tenure at Graham Engineering, and now Accraply, he has held a number of key positions and contributes regularly to educational workshops and seminars.