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New General Manager Named At Roberts PolyPro
March 3, 2010

Roberts PolyPro has named Roy Tetreault to the position of general manager.

Rennco Announces New Packager Model
February 10, 2010
Rennco, manufacturer of vertical bagging systems is proud to announce its introduction of the Model Vertic-L-PP vertical form fill seal packager.
Innovative machine from Wexxar/BEL keeps up with production demands while saving on energy costs
January 5, 2010

The latest innovation in case sealing from Wexxar Packaging, a division of Pro Mach, is the BEL 290 fully automatic case sealer. The BEL 290 has been designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty applications and to minimize energy waste during slow or paused case production upstream.

New Stretch Sleeve Label Applicator from Axon Rated at 80 CPM
November 18, 2009

Axon introduces the fastest and easiest to use and maintain stretch sleeve label applicator in the company's history - the ST-2650. This advanced new applicator applies LDPE stretch sleeve labels to as many as 80 containers per minute (CPM) - a 33 percent increase over the unit it replaces.

Extruded Beverage Handles and Carriers Improve Sustainability Scores
November 12, 2009

Roberts PolyPro detailed today how its lightweight, compact handles and multipack beverage carriers support the sustainability efforts of its customers by reducing material consumption and improving cube utilization.

Axon Introduces a New Generation of Steam Shrink Tunnels
November 3, 2009

Axon introduces ThermoPoint(tm), a new generation of steam tunnels that ensure a quality shrink process for labels and tamper evident bands even on the most challengingly shaped packaging.

New ProCustomer Initiative Ensures Peak Packaging System Productivity
October 1, 2009

Pro Mach launched ProCustomer today, a new initiative designed to ensure that customers maintain peak packaging system productivity through best-in-class standards in aftermarket parts, service, and support.

Wexxar Packaging's new motion-enhanced Pin & Dome System on WF30 case formers increases reliability of using recycled corrugated
September 24, 2009

Wexxar Packaging, a division of Pro Mach, has added the FestoTM electro-mechanical servo system to its patented Pin & Dome technology featured on WF30 case formers to deliver industry-leading control over higher speed case forming. The enhanced automatic WF30 provides reliable, consistent case forming even with varied quality and types of corrugated. The WF30 will be on display at the Wexxar/BEL booth C-514 during Pack Expo in Las Vegas, October 5-7, 2009.

New ID Technology 3-Panel Printer Applicator for Pallets
September 15, 2009

ID Technology has designed a 3-Panel Printer Applicator specifically for production lines requiring the application of multiple labels to boxes or pallets at the same point in the production line. This unique printer applicator allows one machine to do the work of three.

Brenton Announces New BantamPro ELS Top Load Case Packer - Cost effective upgrade from manual hand pack operations
September 8, 2009

Brenton announced today its new BantamPro ELS top load case packer which provides customers with a flexible alternative to upgrade their manual low speed hand pack operations. The BantamPro ELS occupies similar floor space on the packaging line as hand pack operations, with the added benefit of fully automatic performance.

New System Makes Braille Embossing On Pharma Packaging Practical
August 16, 2009

Roberts PolyPro announced today a breakthrough in embossing Braille characters on pharmaceutical packaging.

Axon Delivers Faster Tamper Evident Banding for Straight-Wall Containers
August 13, 2009

Axon now offers a tamper evident banding solution for round, oval, and scround (combination of square and round) straight-wall packaging that delivers more than 200 units-per-minute throughput and faster and easier changeover between different size and shape packages.

Pro Mach names new Vice President and General Manager of Axon LLC
July 28, 2009

Pro Mach announces the appointment of Brad Wegner as Vice President and General Manager of its Axon LLC, division, a manufacturer of fully automated, heat-shrink labeling, tamper evident banding, and stretch sleeving equipment located in Raleigh, North Carolina.

Brenton Announces New Series 10 Case Packer: Cost effective upgrade from manual hand pack operations
July 14, 2009

Brenton announced today its new Series 10 case packer which provides customers with a flexible alternative to upgrade their manual low speed hand pack operations. The Series 10 was designed to occupy similar floor space on the packaging line as hand pack operations, with the added benefit of fully automatic performance.

Cost Effective Print and Apply Label Applicator Starting at 6,825
July 14, 2009

Starting with a base price at just $6,825, LSI offers a cost effective solution for print and apply labeling solutions.

Like the rest of LSI's equipment, the Model 10.61 features a heavy duty aluminum and steel construction and PLC controls for added flexibility and reliability. Available from the factory with an optional alarm fault package and stroke lengths of up to 8", the Model 10.61 is suitable for a range of labeling applications.

LSI Welcomes Erik Bronander
July 9, 2009

LSI is pleased to announce that Erik Bronander has joined their team as Director of Sales. Erik comes to LSI with years of experience in the packaging industry, with his most recent experience in Container Handling. "His knowledge and experience will further expand the expertise here at LSI", said Jack Roe, Vice President and General Manager of LSI.

Pro Mach's Wexxar division expands tray forming solutions with acquisition of IPak Machinery
June 23, 2009

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that its Wexxar Packaging division has acquired IPak Machinery Ltd., a leading designer and manufacturer of corrugated tray forming solutions based in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Rennco LLC celebrates 40 years of packaging solutions
May 19, 2009

Rennco LLC, manufacturers of vertical bagging systems, is proud to announce its 40th anniversary servicing customers in the packaging industry.

Laboratory Retorts Shorten Development Time for Ready Meals
April 29, 2009

A new white paper from Amcor Flexibles describes how the company utilized an Allpax research and development retort to reduce time to market for ready meals packaged in high-barrier film pouches.

New Paper-Handle Applicator Offers a Host of Advantages to Paperboard Converters
April 27, 2009

Roberts PolyPro introduced today a next generation paper-handle applicator for paperboard packaging that cost-effectively delivers speed, reliability, and accuracy.

New iCON Laser Coder for under $10,000!!!
March 31, 2009

ID Technology announces the new ID Technology iCON Laser by Macsa. The laser comes complete with integrated touchscreen interface, photocell, nose cone protection and mounting bracket for $9,980.

Extended Tax Incentives Provide Opportunity to Get More Value from 2009 Packaging Machinery Purchases
February 25, 2009

The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 signed into law in February extends the Bonus Depreciation and Expense Deduction tax incentives passed in 2008. The incentives encourage capital spending, such as packaging machinery by providing a bonus depreciation on capital purchases for 2009 and by raising deduction amounts.

Axon Patents High-Speed System for Shrink Sleeving Odd-Shaped Packaging
February 23, 2009

Axon has developed patented technology that triples the average throughput of shrink-sleeve labeling of cans, boxes, and other odd-shaped packaging from an industry average of 100 units per minute to 300 per minute, depending on the system.

New Model e300 Economy Labeling Head
February 19, 2009

The Labeling Systems Model e300 is a full featured label applicator with variable speed stepper motor that achieves speeds up to 1,000" of label web per minute. The Model e300, available in tamp, tamp/blow or synchronous configurations, is ideal for the application of an assortment of sizes and shapes of pressure sensitive labels. Top, bottom and side applications are easily accomplished with the unique angled U-arm cradle mount for easy positioning of the applicator head to the product.

Orion's New Dual Turntable Stretch Wrappers Boost Productivity
February 4, 2009

Orion Packaging Systems new dual turntable stretch wrappers, the Flex HPD Dual and Flex LPD Dual, increase production of unitized, secure pallet loads by allowing a single operator to simultaneously wrap a load while staging or removing a second one.

Model ST1000 Now Available with Tamp Module
January 20, 2009

The ID Technology Model ST1000 is a full featured label applicator that is now available with a tamp application module. Like other ID Technology engineered equipment, the Model ST1000 has a modular, simple, user friendly design that sets this applicator above the competition. It's ideal for the application of an assortment of sizes and shapes of pressure sensitive labels. Top, bottom and side applications are easily accomplished with the unique angled U-arm for easy positioning of the applicator head to the product. Now with the tamp module the ST1000 can be used for recessed areas, indexing lines and variable speed lines.

Rennco Announces New Bagger
November 21, 2008
Rennco announces the new Vertic-L Flexible Vertical L Bar Bagger
Axon Adds High-End Capabilities to Its Basic and Mid-Level Sleeving and Tamper Band Applicators
November 5, 2008

Axon announced at Pack Expo 2008 the addition of high-end operator interface and communications capabilities to basic and mid-level EZ-Series and EZ-Seal shrink sleeving and tamper evident banding applicators.

Allpax Introduces the World's Most Versatile Research and Development Retort
October 22, 2008

Covington, LA - Allpax Products will introduce at Process Expo 2008 a research and development retort capable of producing seven different sterilization processes and four different modes of agitation, making this new modular system the world's most versatile laboratory retort. (Allpax Process Expo Booth W-17084)

New Vice President and General Manager Named at Ossid
September 29, 2008

Ossid recently named a new vice president and general manager and a vice president of sales.

Innovative Basket Clamping System for Agitating Retorts Wins Patent for Allpax Products
September 9, 2008

Allpax Products has a new patented system for improving automated basket clamping during retort agitation. The patented system reduces wear on retort equipment, decreases maintenance time and cost, and improves overall throughput.

Allpax Celebrates 22nd Anniversary with Best Sales Year Ever
September 4, 2008

Allpax Products received a 22nd anniversary gift that would be the envy of any company - the best sales year ever.

Harsh Environment Protection For Model 250 Labeler
June 12, 2008

Engineers at ID Technology, a division of Pro Mach and a leading provider of labeling, coding and marking solutions, have developed a specialized Model 250 Label Printer Applicator for use in harsh environments. With this exclusive design, it is no longer necessary to use a separate enclosure to protect the applicator, since the enclosure and applicator are one. All machine components and modules are mounted on a unique faceplate and the stainless steel enclosure is wrapped around the faceplate.

Orion Introduces New Rotary Flex Model Stretch Wrappers
June 10, 2008
Orion Packaging Systems introduced today its new high performance Flex Rotary Tower stretch wrapping machines. Both the Flex RTD (Rotary Tower Deluxe) and Flex RTA (Rotary Tower Automatic) feature Orion's reliable Insta-Thread film delivery system which provides a standard prestretch rate of 260%.
Ossid Announces New Weigh Price Labeler Lineup
June 2, 2008

Ossid announced today its new 1500 Series weigh price labelers - the 1516, 1520, and 1524. The modular 1500 Series provides poultry, protein, seafood and fresh produce customers accurate, flexible, easy-to-use weigh price labeling in high speed continuous motion - up to 160 packages per minute.

Pro Mach Announces Executive Changes
April 30, 2008

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer John W. Paxton Sr. is turning over CEO duties to current President and Chief Operating Officer Mark Anderson. Mr. Paxton will remain with Pro Mach as Chairman. Mr. Anderson will become the President and CEO.

ID Technology Opens St. Louis Office
April 24, 2008

ID Technology Corp., a division of Pro Mach, is growing again. As part of a continuing strategy to strengthen nation-wide customer support, Robert Zuilhof, President of ID Technology, has announced the opening of the St. Louis Regional Office.

Mike White, Ossid Vice President and General Manager, Dies in Accident
April 22, 2008

Mike White, Ossid Vice President and General Manager, died Monday, April 21 as a result of injuries received in a motorcycle accident. He was 49.

Roberts PolyPro Bottle Carriers Help Pepsi Increase Efficiencies
April 7, 2008

Roberts PolyPro, a division of Pro Mach, was recently featured in the April 2008 issue of Packaging Digest magazine highlighting their bottle handle solutions for a Pepsi Bottling Plant.

Pro Mach Launches End-of-Line Industrial Sales Group and National Account Program
April 7, 2008

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today the launch of it's new End-of-Line Industrial Sales Group and End-of-Line National Account Program, which provide customers a single point of contact for all packaging machinery and integrated systems offered by Brenton, Currie, Orion and Wexxar/Bel brands.

Pro Mach Acquires Labeling Systems, Inc.
March 19, 2008

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Labeling Systems, Inc., better known as LSI, a leading designer and manufacturer of pressure sensitive labeling equipment. New Jersey-based LSI will become a division of Pro Mach's Identification and Tracking Business Unit.

Tax Incentives Provide Opportunity To Get More Value From Packaging Machinery Purchases
March 14, 2008

The economic stimulus package signed into law February 13 contains two business related tax incentives to encourage capital spending, such as packaging machinery. The tax incentives lower capital purchase costs by providing a bonus depreciation for 2008 and by raising deduction amounts. These incentives are available to all companies, but particularly benefit small and mid-sized companies who have an opportunity to make investments that otherwise would be delayed or impossible to make this year.

Ball Corporation Selects Allpax Retort to Test Shaka Process
October 30, 2007

Ball Corporation has selected Allpax Products' Research and Development retort to test their containers viability and effectiveness for Shaka and other retort processes.

Ossid Introduces New Weigh Price Labeler and Case Scale Weighing Solutions
October 8, 2007

Ossid introduced today two new weighing solutions - the WPL 1000xG3 Weigh Price Labeler and the CS50 Case Scale - which deliver outstanding accuracy and set the standard for ease of use and connectivity.

Wexxar Introduces New WF10 Automatic Case Former
October 3, 2007

Wexxar Packaging announced today its new WF10 fully automatic case former which provides a flexible, easy-to-use solution for forming a variety of cases of either right hand or left hand orientation on the same machine.

Ossid Introduces New 8000S Automatic Horizontal Form Fill Seal Solution
September 18, 2007

Ossid introduced today its new automatic 8000S horizontal thermoform fill and seal (HTFS) machine which delivers outstanding efficiency and package quality in an easy-to-maintain modular design.

Orion Introduces New Flex Model Stretch Wrappers
September 18, 2007

Orion Packaging Systems introduced today the first two models of its new Flex Series semi-automatic turntable stretch wrapping machines - the Flex HPD and Flex LPD.

Pro Mach names new President of End-of-Line Packaging Business Unit
September 5, 2007

Pro Mach, a leading provider of packaging line solutions and equipment, announces the appointment of Barry Heiser as President of its End-of-Line Business Unit

Brenton Engineering Introduces New Series 60 High Speed Case Packer
September 5, 2007

Brenton Engineering announced today its new Series 60 case packer which provides customers with a high speed flexible solution for loading a wide range of products in cases or trays on the same machine.

Pro Mach Features New Products from Six Divisions at Expo Pack Mexico City
June 21, 2007

Pro Mach, Inc., one of North America's leading providers of integrated packaging products and solutions for food, beverage, household goods, and pharmaceutical companies, is featuring new products and services from six of its 10 divisions at Expo Pack Mexico City, June 26-29 in Booth 1916 of the PMMI Pavilion.

Fowler Products appoints Custom Sales and Systems as exclusive representative in Mexico
June 20, 2007

Fowler Products announces the appointment of Custom Sales and Systems (CSS) as their exclusive representative for Fowler/Zalkin Capping Machines in Mexico.

ID Technology Introduces IP65 Rated Laser Coders for Harsh Environments
June 20, 2007

ID Technology announces the availability of its Series KIP-1000 CO2 Laser Coding Systems with IP65 rating for harsh environments.

Shrink Sleeving Machines Have Own Heat Chamber
June 20, 2007

Axon Shrink Sleeving Equipment, complete with a radiant heat chamber, is capable of speeds up to 150ppm and has a sleeve layflat capacity from 15mm to 130mm

Pro Mach relocating Quebec manufacturing operations to expanded state-of-the-art facilities in Minnesota
June 7, 2007

To accommodate growth and better serve its customers, Pro Mach is relocating manufacturing operations for its Orion division from Laval, Quebec to expanded state-of-the-art facilities in Alexandria, Minnesota.

Pro Mach's ID Technology division strengthens nationwide customer support with acquisition of Markor Marking and Labeling Systems
May 7, 2007

Pro Mach's ID Technology division has acquired Markor Marking and Labeling Systems, a leading provider of identification products and services throughout Western North America.

Ossid Promotes Mike White to Vice President and General Manager
April 19, 2007

Pro Mach's Ossid division, a leading provider of tray packaging, horizontal form/fill/seal and weighing equipment, has promoted Mike White to Vice President and General Manager.

Fowler Products Inks Deal To Distribute AT2E Torque & Leak Testing Equipment
April 11, 2007

Fowler Products Company, a division of Pro Mach, has signed an agreement with AT2E (Pontcarre, France) to become the exclusive U.S. distributor of AT2E's manual and automatic torquemeters as well as leak testing systems for beverage, pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic and chemical packaging applications.

Allpax Signs Deal to License Shaka Process
April 9, 2007

Allpax Products, a division of Pro Mach, has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Zinetec Ltd. of Oxfordshire, England, to become the sole U.S. licensee of the Shaka batch retort process, which significantly reduces sterilization times, improving the taste, color, texture and mouth feel of shelf-stable products.

Ossid Introduces the 8000MH Automatic Horizontal Form Fill Seal Machine to Manufacturers for Meat, Fish & Poultry Packaging
April 2, 2007

Ossid, a division of Pro Mach, has developed the 8000MH Horizontal Form Fill Seal (HFFS) machine for a wide range of meat, fish and poultry packaging applications, including flexible, foil-foil, semi-rigid, rigid, ambient, vacuum, modified atmosphere and re-closable.

Ossid Introduces the 8000MH Automatic Horizontal Form Fill Seal Machine to Medical Device Manufacturers
March 29, 2007

Ossid, a division of Pro Mach, has designed a 'clean-room ready' 8000MH Horizontal Form Fill Seal (HFFS) machine to process flexible, foil-foil, semi-rigid, rigid, atmosphere and modified atmosphere, and vacuum, for use in medical device packagers.

Axon Develops Pair of Heat Shrinkable Sleeve Labeling Systems
March 20, 2007

Axon, a division of Pro Mach, has created the EZ-Seal 200SL and the EZ-Seal 400SL. These heat shrinkable sleeve labeling systems are designed for use in a variety of industries including food, beverage, dairy, water, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, health & beauty aids, and industrial products.

Eric Hanrahan joins Allpax as Director of Project Engineering
February 1, 2007

Eric Hanrahan, a 15-year veteran in development, testing and application engineering of automated batch retort systems and controls, has joined Allpax as a Director of Project Engineering.

Pro Mach announces Mack Greene's retirement
January 30, 2007

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that Charles M. (Mack) Greene, President of its End-of-Line Business Unit, will retire January 31 this year.

Axon customizes solution for Dow Chemical
November 15, 2006

Axon, a division of Pro Mach, was recently featured in the November 2006 issue of Packaging World magazine showcasing their custom solution for Dow Chemical.

Allpax to unveil new Shaka R&D retort at Process Expo this month
October 24, 2006

Allpax Products, a division of Pro Mach, will unveil its new Shaka(TM) R&D retort this month at the Process Expo tradeshow in Chicago

ID Technology Introduces the Economical Model 220 Label Printer Applicator
October 23, 2006

The Model 220 Label Printer Applicator is the newest addition to ID Technology's range of high quality labeling equipment.

Wexxar Packaging Introduces New Series of Fully Automatic Case Formers
October 23, 2006

Wexxar Packaging, a division of Pro Mach, will introduce its new WF series of fully automatic case formers at Pack Expo in Chicago

Orion enhances Human Machine Interface on Semi-Automatic, Turntable Stretch Wrapping Systems
October 23, 2006

Orion Packaging, a division of Pro Mach, will unveil a new digital display and control panel for its semi-automatic, turntable stretch wrapping systems that provides users with easy to understand visual feedback for operating and adjusting the machines.

Axon introduces EZ-SEAL 400SL heat shrinkable sleeve labeling system
October 23, 2006

Axon, a division of Pro Mach, will introduce its new EZ-SEAL 400SL heat shrinkable sleeve labeling system at Pack Expo in Chicago

Rennco introduces new Centerfold Film Splicer for its vertical bagging and sealing systems
October 23, 2006

Rennco, a division of Pro Mach, will introduce its Centerfold Film Splicer for its vertical bagging and L-Bar sealing systems at Pack Expo in Chicago

EPC Gen2 Ready and New Bad Tag Reject
October 20, 2006

The 250r, ID Technology's RFID printer applicator, reads, writes and verifies RFID tags prior to printing and dispensing the tag/label onto a tamp pad for automatic application of the tag/label to a case or carton.

ID Technology Relocates Midwest Regional Office in Chicago to Provide Enhanced Customer Service
September 19, 2006

ID Technology is relocating its Midwest Regional Office in Chicago to a new larger, enhanced facility.

Pro Mach's Brenton Engineering division expands palletizing product line with acquisition of Currie Machinery Company
September 6, 2006

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that its Brenton Engineering division has acquired the Currie Machinery Company, a leading provider of palletizing systems and material handling equipment.

Pro Mach acquires Allpax Products, Inc. to add retort and sterilization capabilities to diverse portfolio of packaging equipment solutions
May 24, 2006

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Allpax Products, Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of sterilization, material handling and automated control systems for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries.

Francis Ventura named Vice President of Sales for Pro Mach's Ossid division
May 18, 2006

Pro Mach's Ossid Division has named Fran Ventura, a 25-year sales veteran for horizontal form, fill, and seal equipment, Vice President of Sales for its MH product line

Pro Mach's ID Technology division strengthens nationwide customer support with acquisition of The Glennon Group
May 8, 2006

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that its ID Technology division has acquired The Glennon Group, a leading provider of labeling, marking and packaging systems and services throughout the Midwest.

Pro Mach's Wexxar Packaging Division Strengthens Sales Leadership Team
April 10, 2006

Steve Holland appointed Sales Vice President; Jim Stoddard named National Sales Manager Distribution Group

Robin Thurgood named Vice President and General Manager of Pro Mach's Rennco division
March 8, 2006

Robin Thurgood, a 35-year veteran in packaging engineering and management, has been named Vice President and General Manager of Rennco, a leading manufacturer of vertical packaging and automated product handling solutions.

Pro Mach expands horizontal form, fill, seal solutions with acquisition of Mahaffy & Harder Engineering
February 21, 2006

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today the acquisition of the product line and certain assets of Mahaffy & Harder Engineering Company, a leading provider of horizontal thermoform, fill, seal and tray sealing packaging equipment.

Pro Mach's Brenton Engineering division acquires Robocaser product line from Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed, Inc.
January 30, 2006

Pro Mach, Inc. announced today that its Brenton Engineering division in Alexandria, Minnesota has acquired the Robocaser product line from Mettler-Toledo Hi-Speed, Inc.

Dan Capell named Western Regional Sales Manager for Axon, a division of Pro Mach
January 30, 2006

Axon, a division of Pro Mach, has named Dan Capell Western Regional Sales Manager, effective January 2, 2006.

Media Alert: Pro Mach at Pack Expo Las Vegas 2005
September 8, 2005

Press conference to introduce new management team, new products, vision for delivering integrated packaging solutions and creating customer value. ( Pack Expo Las Vegas, Las Vegas Convention Center, Press Briefing Room, N 223 )

Mark W. Anderson named President and Chief Operating Office of Pro Mach, Inc.
August 15, 2005

Pro Mach, Inc., a leading integrated packaging solutions provider for customers worldwide, announced today the appointment of Mark W. Anderson as President and Chief Operating Officer.

Odyssey Investment Partners to Acquire Pro Mach, Inc., packaging systems leader, from Frontenac Company
December 14, 2004

Odyssey Investment Partners LLC and Pro Mach, Inc., today announced the closing of their transaction whereby Odyssey will acquire Pro Mach from an investor group led by Frontenac Company LLC.