Duravant
3500 Lacey Road, Suite 290, Downer Grove,
60515
Illinois
USA
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- 01 Packaging machines and devices
- 01.02 Filling and packaging
- 01.02.01 Form, fill and seal machines (FFS)
- 01.02.01.01 Horizontal form, fill and seal machines (H-FFS)
Horizontal form, fill and seal machines (H-FFS)
- 01 Packaging machines and devices
- 01.02 Filling and packaging
- 01.02.01 Form, fill and seal machines (FFS)
- 01.02.01.02 Vertical form, fill and seal machines (V-FFS)
Vertical form, fill and seal machines (V-FFS)
- 01 Packaging machines and devices
- 01.06 Additional machines and devices in the packaging process
- 01.06.07 Machines or equipment for conveying, storing or arranging packages or packaging components during the packaging process (without floor trucks)
Machines or equipment for conveying, storing or arranging packages or packaging components during the packaging process (without floor trucks)
- 01 Packaging machines and devices
- 01.07 Complete packaging lines
- 01.07.01 Primary packaging
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- 01 Packaging machines and devices
- 01.07 Complete packaging lines
- 01.07.02 Secondary packaging
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- 05 Machines and equipment for the processing of other food products (e.g. coffee processing, production of ice cream, etc.)
- 05.02 Single machines /equipment for the the processing of other food products (no confectionery and bakery machines)
Single machines /equipment for the the processing of other food products (no confectionery and bakery machines)
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Feb 14, 2017
FMH Conveyors Americas Announces Opening of New Facility in Jonesboro, AR
Leading material handling equipment provider, FMH Conveyors Americas, prepares for future growth by investing in a new 195,000 square foot building.
Jonesboro, AR – February 14, 2017 – FMH Conveyors Americas, a global leader in material handling equipment for fluid truck loading and unloading applications, announced the completion of their new 195,000 square foot building located at 9701 E. Highland Drive, Jonesboro, AR today. The facility is officially open for business and a grand opening ceremony will be held on Friday, February 17, 2017.
The new site, which serves as the company headquarters, allows FMH Conveyors Americas to expand their capacity and consolidate all United States manufacturing in a single facility. Prior to the new building opening, FMH Conveyors Americas was headquartered in Suwanee, GA with manufacturing facilities in Hampton, VA and Jonesboro, AR.
The opening of the new building created 110 new jobs. “We are very excited to expand our business here in Jonesboro,” said Kurt Huelsman, President of FMH Conveyors Americas. “Jonesboro offered many attractive incentives, not to mention its central location, skilled workforce and supply chain resources. It was definitely the right business decision, and the community has been very welcoming.”
FMH Conveyors Americas has a long history of delivering solutions for fluid truck loading and unloading applications with trusted brand products. “We have experienced tremendous growth over the past several years largely due to the commitment we make to our customers. We strive to meet their demands with on-time delivery and excellent customer service,” said Mike Kachmer, President and CEO of Duravant, the parent company of FMH Conveyors. “This building is an investment in our future and will enable us to continue to provide the highest standards of quality and service.”
Jonesboro, AR – February 14, 2017 – FMH Conveyors Americas, a global leader in material handling equipment for fluid truck loading and unloading applications, announced the completion of their new 195,000 square foot building located at 9701 E. Highland Drive, Jonesboro, AR today. The facility is officially open for business and a grand opening ceremony will be held on Friday, February 17, 2017.
The new site, which serves as the company headquarters, allows FMH Conveyors Americas to expand their capacity and consolidate all United States manufacturing in a single facility. Prior to the new building opening, FMH Conveyors Americas was headquartered in Suwanee, GA with manufacturing facilities in Hampton, VA and Jonesboro, AR.
The opening of the new building created 110 new jobs. “We are very excited to expand our business here in Jonesboro,” said Kurt Huelsman, President of FMH Conveyors Americas. “Jonesboro offered many attractive incentives, not to mention its central location, skilled workforce and supply chain resources. It was definitely the right business decision, and the community has been very welcoming.”
FMH Conveyors Americas has a long history of delivering solutions for fluid truck loading and unloading applications with trusted brand products. “We have experienced tremendous growth over the past several years largely due to the commitment we make to our customers. We strive to meet their demands with on-time delivery and excellent customer service,” said Mike Kachmer, President and CEO of Duravant, the parent company of FMH Conveyors. “This building is an investment in our future and will enable us to continue to provide the highest standards of quality and service.”
Jan 10, 2017
Marlen International acquires Afoheat, an innovative provider of gas powered heating, roasting, searing and grilling equipment solutions for the food industry
Marlen International, Inc., a global manufacturer of highly engineered food processing equipment and systems, and a subsidiary of Chicago-based Duravant LLC, has acquired Afoheat, adding a new set of continuous thermal processing technologies to their existing batch thermal solutions. The acquisition enhances their ability to serve a more diverse customer base while drawing on the strong reputation of the Marlen and Afoheat brands.
Riverside, MO – January 10, 2017 – Marlen International, Inc. ["Marlen"], a global manufacturer of highly engineered food processing equipment and systems, and a subsidiary of Chicago-based Duravant LLC, has acquired Afoheat – an innovative provider of gas powered heating, roasting, searing and grilling equipment solutions for the food industry.
Headquartered in Veurne, Belgium, Afoheat has built a strong reputation with food processors in many parts of the world as the premiere provider of efficient, reliable, sanitary and flexible solutions for searing, char-marking and grilling of high quality food products on an industrial scale. Afoheat's product portfolio is a natural extension of Marlen's thermal processing solutions which includes batch ovens, chillers and dehydrators.
"The addition of Afoheat to Marlen's product portfolio brings a welcome set of new technologies and competencies which will further enhance our ability to serve our diverse customer base while helping them produce and market high-quality food products across the globe," states Bob Campbell, president of Marlen International. "Afoheat has a strong reputation for quality and reliability, and we're excited to leverage our combined knowledge and expertise to broaden our footprint in the marketplace."
Afoheat's offering consists of continuous gas powered infrared and direct flame technologies which enhance the appearance, aroma and taste of value-added food products such as meat and poultry, fish, vegetables and baked goods.
"Our team at Afoheat is very excited to be part of the Marlen family, which, through their considerable resources, will help accelerate our growth and original vision of becoming a worldwide leader in our niche in the marketplace," says Wim Clays, Managing Director of Afoheat.
Afoheat will join the Marlen family of distinct food industry brands, thereby retaining their well-established brand position in the marketplace. The company will continue to be based in its current manufacturing, sales and test facility in Western Belgium, which will serve as a Europe-based extension of Marlen's manufacturing footprint and World-class Solution Center. The Afoheat product portfolio will be available to all Marlen customers and channel partners globally.
Riverside, MO – January 10, 2017 – Marlen International, Inc. ["Marlen"], a global manufacturer of highly engineered food processing equipment and systems, and a subsidiary of Chicago-based Duravant LLC, has acquired Afoheat – an innovative provider of gas powered heating, roasting, searing and grilling equipment solutions for the food industry.
Headquartered in Veurne, Belgium, Afoheat has built a strong reputation with food processors in many parts of the world as the premiere provider of efficient, reliable, sanitary and flexible solutions for searing, char-marking and grilling of high quality food products on an industrial scale. Afoheat's product portfolio is a natural extension of Marlen's thermal processing solutions which includes batch ovens, chillers and dehydrators.
"The addition of Afoheat to Marlen's product portfolio brings a welcome set of new technologies and competencies which will further enhance our ability to serve our diverse customer base while helping them produce and market high-quality food products across the globe," states Bob Campbell, president of Marlen International. "Afoheat has a strong reputation for quality and reliability, and we're excited to leverage our combined knowledge and expertise to broaden our footprint in the marketplace."
Afoheat's offering consists of continuous gas powered infrared and direct flame technologies which enhance the appearance, aroma and taste of value-added food products such as meat and poultry, fish, vegetables and baked goods.
"Our team at Afoheat is very excited to be part of the Marlen family, which, through their considerable resources, will help accelerate our growth and original vision of becoming a worldwide leader in our niche in the marketplace," says Wim Clays, Managing Director of Afoheat.
Afoheat will join the Marlen family of distinct food industry brands, thereby retaining their well-established brand position in the marketplace. The company will continue to be based in its current manufacturing, sales and test facility in Western Belgium, which will serve as a Europe-based extension of Marlen's manufacturing footprint and World-class Solution Center. The Afoheat product portfolio will be available to all Marlen customers and channel partners globally.
Nov 2, 2016
Duravant Acquires Arpac Expanding Their Secondary Packaging Equipment and Integration Capabilities
Downers Grove, IL – November 2, 2016 – Duravant, a global engineered equipment manufacturer serving the food processing, packaging and material handling sectors, announced today it has acquired Arpac, a prominent designer, manufacturer and integrator of complete end-of-line packaging solutions. The purchase expands Duravant’s packaging platform and strengthens the company’s systems integration and direct service capabilities.
Arpac has been a leader in secondary packaging machinery for over 45 years with proven experience in designing and building complex integrated production lines. Renowned for providing high quality shrink bundling machinery to consumer goods and industrial products producers, Arpac has most recently experienced expansive growth as an OEM integrator with in-house capabilities to configure, manufacture and service complete end-of-line packaging solutions.
Arpac’s customers include producers of foods, beverages, building supplies, automotive products, printed publications, health & beauty, and a wide variety of packaged goods. Arpac’s broad product portfolio includes shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, case/tray formers and packers, shrink tunnels, palletizers, and pallet stretch wrappers.
“We are delighted to welcome Arpac to the Duravant Family of Operating Companies,” said Mike Kachmer, CEO of Duravant. “Arpac is a strategic acquisition for our packaging machinery segment and reflects the high quality, high reliability and customer-centric standards that’s at the core of all our businesses. In addition to expanding our product offering for the growing multi-pack market, our acquisition of Arpac amplifies our ability to engineer end-to-end systems and complete line solutions.”
Additionally, Arpac is the engine behind SupportPro, a service and parts organization that provides on-site support for packaging machinery and wrapping equipment with a fleet of factory trained field technicians and service vans. Arpac’s certified SupportPro technicians provide nationwide equipment support, maintenance, machine audits and end-user training to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment for best total cost of ownership. “SupportPro is uniquely built and resourced to provide the type of direct service and support that manufacturers in high production environments demand. We’re looking forward to expanding our local end-user support and footprint through SupportPro,” said Mr. Kachmer.
Rick Allegretti, President of Arpac will continue to lead the Arpac organization. Mr. Allegretti joined Arpac in 2003 and has led Arpac’s transformation to an OEM integrator and OEM service provider. “Our new partnership with Duravant is truly exciting for the Arpac team and an excellent cultural fit with great alignment,” said Mr. Allegretti. “Arpac’s focus on innovation directly connects with Duravant’s commitment to building customer partnerships through operational excellence, new product development and lifetime comprehensive aftermarket support.”
Arpac has been a leader in secondary packaging machinery for over 45 years with proven experience in designing and building complex integrated production lines. Renowned for providing high quality shrink bundling machinery to consumer goods and industrial products producers, Arpac has most recently experienced expansive growth as an OEM integrator with in-house capabilities to configure, manufacture and service complete end-of-line packaging solutions.
Arpac’s customers include producers of foods, beverages, building supplies, automotive products, printed publications, health & beauty, and a wide variety of packaged goods. Arpac’s broad product portfolio includes shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, case/tray formers and packers, shrink tunnels, palletizers, and pallet stretch wrappers.
“We are delighted to welcome Arpac to the Duravant Family of Operating Companies,” said Mike Kachmer, CEO of Duravant. “Arpac is a strategic acquisition for our packaging machinery segment and reflects the high quality, high reliability and customer-centric standards that’s at the core of all our businesses. In addition to expanding our product offering for the growing multi-pack market, our acquisition of Arpac amplifies our ability to engineer end-to-end systems and complete line solutions.”
Additionally, Arpac is the engine behind SupportPro, a service and parts organization that provides on-site support for packaging machinery and wrapping equipment with a fleet of factory trained field technicians and service vans. Arpac’s certified SupportPro technicians provide nationwide equipment support, maintenance, machine audits and end-user training to ensure optimal performance and longevity of equipment for best total cost of ownership. “SupportPro is uniquely built and resourced to provide the type of direct service and support that manufacturers in high production environments demand. We’re looking forward to expanding our local end-user support and footprint through SupportPro,” said Mr. Kachmer.
Rick Allegretti, President of Arpac will continue to lead the Arpac organization. Mr. Allegretti joined Arpac in 2003 and has led Arpac’s transformation to an OEM integrator and OEM service provider. “Our new partnership with Duravant is truly exciting for the Arpac team and an excellent cultural fit with great alignment,” said Mr. Allegretti. “Arpac’s focus on innovation directly connects with Duravant’s commitment to building customer partnerships through operational excellence, new product development and lifetime comprehensive aftermarket support.”
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Duravant is a global engineered equipment company with an over 100-year operating history in the food processing, packaging equipment and materials handling markets. Through their portfolio of operating companies, Duravant delivers trusted end-to-end process solutions through engineering and integration expertise, project management and operational excellence. With worldwide sales distribution and service networks, they provide lifetime aftermarket support to all the markets they serve. Duravant’s market-leading brands, including Mespack, Hamer, Fischbein, Arpac, Marlen, Carruthers and FMH Conveyors, are synonymous with innovation, durability and reliability.
Duravant’s portfolio of operating companies includes:
Hamer-Fischbein designs and manufactures bagging equipment and packaging solutions. They are the worldwide leader in sewing and sealing equipment and turnkey bag management systems. Hamer-Fischbein’s portfolio includes the widest range of weighing, filling and bag closing technologies, including sew heads, sew systems and sealers; horizontal form fill seal (HFFS) machines; manual, semi- and fully automatic bagging systems; conveyors; and robotic bag palletizers.
Fischbein International, a global leader in sewing and sealing systems, designs and manufactures bag packaging equipment and complete automated systems.
Mespack is an international manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions. Mespack has a broad portfolio of equipment that specializes in forming, filling and sealing sachets, stick packs, pouches and other film-based packaging. Mespack’s product lines include horizontal form fill seal systems (HFFS or H-Series), stick pack machines, vertical form fill seal multilane machines, pre-made pouch filling equipment (SC-Series) and horizontal continuous motion systems. Specializing in stand up pouches, their machines deliver high speed performance with accuracy and highest seal integrity.
Arpac specializes in designing integrated production lines tailor-fit to customers’ needs. Arpac’s vast product portfolio includes shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, tray formers, case formers tray packers, case packers, shrink tunnels, palletizers, robotic palletizers and pallet stretch wrappers.
FMH Conveyors manufactures, installs and services custom engineered and designed conveyors for truck loading and unloading, along with other applications in distribution, manufacturing, assembly and packaging operations. Their product line includes flexible gravity conveyors, flexible power conveyors, telescopic rigid conveyors, rigid roller conveyors and reconfigurable systems from brands such as NestaFlex, BestFlex, BestReach, MaxxReach and BestConnect.
Marlen International is a leading manufacturer of innovative food processing equipment specializing in vacuum pumps and stuffers, portioners, ovens, dehydrators, chillers, slicers, dicers, shredders, fillers and food handling equipment. For more than 50 years, Marlen International has served the meat and food industry with their Marlen, Carruthers and Afoheat brands and have delivered reliable, lifetime aftermarket support to customers with their unrivaled MarlenCare program.
Duravant’s portfolio of operating companies includes:
Hamer-Fischbein designs and manufactures bagging equipment and packaging solutions. They are the worldwide leader in sewing and sealing equipment and turnkey bag management systems. Hamer-Fischbein’s portfolio includes the widest range of weighing, filling and bag closing technologies, including sew heads, sew systems and sealers; horizontal form fill seal (HFFS) machines; manual, semi- and fully automatic bagging systems; conveyors; and robotic bag palletizers.
Fischbein International, a global leader in sewing and sealing systems, designs and manufactures bag packaging equipment and complete automated systems.
Mespack is an international manufacturer of flexible packaging solutions. Mespack has a broad portfolio of equipment that specializes in forming, filling and sealing sachets, stick packs, pouches and other film-based packaging. Mespack’s product lines include horizontal form fill seal systems (HFFS or H-Series), stick pack machines, vertical form fill seal multilane machines, pre-made pouch filling equipment (SC-Series) and horizontal continuous motion systems. Specializing in stand up pouches, their machines deliver high speed performance with accuracy and highest seal integrity.
Arpac specializes in designing integrated production lines tailor-fit to customers’ needs. Arpac’s vast product portfolio includes shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, tray formers, case formers tray packers, case packers, shrink tunnels, palletizers, robotic palletizers and pallet stretch wrappers.
FMH Conveyors manufactures, installs and services custom engineered and designed conveyors for truck loading and unloading, along with other applications in distribution, manufacturing, assembly and packaging operations. Their product line includes flexible gravity conveyors, flexible power conveyors, telescopic rigid conveyors, rigid roller conveyors and reconfigurable systems from brands such as NestaFlex, BestFlex, BestReach, MaxxReach and BestConnect.
Marlen International is a leading manufacturer of innovative food processing equipment specializing in vacuum pumps and stuffers, portioners, ovens, dehydrators, chillers, slicers, dicers, shredders, fillers and food handling equipment. For more than 50 years, Marlen International has served the meat and food industry with their Marlen, Carruthers and Afoheat brands and have delivered reliable, lifetime aftermarket support to customers with their unrivaled MarlenCare program.
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Number of employees500-999
Target groups- Food
- Confectionery products
- Bakery products
- Cosmetics
- Industrial goods
- Beverages
- Pharmaceuticals
- Consumer goods (non-food)