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Massman Automation Designs acquires Packaging Equipment Division of Bedford Technology

Massman Automation Designs LLC has announced the acquisition of the Packaging Equipment Division of Bedford Technology LLC, complementing Massman’s existing product lines and broadening its presence in the consumer packaging market.

Gretchen Edelbrock
Nov 13, 2013

The company will be able to offer customers a wider range of products and solutions for recloseable packaging solutions including tin tie, ring, and twist tie machines.

 

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