ProMach acquires Jet Label & Packaging

Morgan Smith, New Products Editor

Nov 11th, 2019

ProMach has acquired Jet Label & Packaging, Western Canada’s largest producer of labels for a variety of industries, including food and beverage. The purchase includes a converting facility, as well as sales and service offices. Also joining ProMach is Jet Label’s sister company, Jet Marking Systems, a provider of label applicators, industrial printers, tracking and traceability solutions, and other ancillary equipment.

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