Rotocontrol has announced its acquisition of LeoMat, a major German supplier of processing machines for adhesive labels, foils and paper.
The Ahrensburg, Germany based company says the expansion is a result of “significant sales growth” from its worldwide success in installations of slitting, rewinding and die cutting finishing machines.
The LeoMat acquisition sees Rotocontrol’s product portfolio expanding to include Digital and Booklet finishing machines, accelerating the company’s growth plans in these markets.
The existing LeoMat branded finishing machines will still be available to customers, and service for all installed LeoMat product is now available through Rotocontrol.
Rotocontrol MD Marco Aengenvoort commented: “The acquisition of LeoMat marks an important milestone for the future of Rotocontrol.
“With this acquisition we have significantly increased our manufacturing and engineering capabilities, which would be difficult to do so quickly organically.
“The company is now even more strongly positioned to offer converters around the world a well-rounded product portfolio based on German design and manufacturing.”
Rotocontrol has also announced the appointment of former LeoMat plant manager Peer Gronkowsky as pperations manager. Peer will oversee the Rotocontrol Service and Support, Research and Development, Engineering, Manufacturing and Purchasing departments.
Available globally, Rotocontrol offers machines from smaller basic rewinders to feature rich, sophisticated models with multiple options. All utilise S-Drive Servo Technology enabling maximum web control for the most delicate film and foil materials.
