CMbE consolidates its presence in the US. The company has just announced the opening of a new machinery plant based in Lancaster, Ohio. As the company notes, CMbE Machinery, USA will be led by Paul Orsino, who will also assume responsibility for CMbE HV Industries and CMB Wissota Tool, while retaining management responsibility for CMB Norwalk.

CarnaudMetalBox Engineering (CMB Engineering) designs, develops and manufactures high-performance metal forming and finishing machinery for the production of beverage, food and aerosol cans. With CMB Engineering, can makers can keep pace with consumer demands, take advantage of market opportunities and ensure production efficiency to offer customers a complete can making solution.

CMbE Machinery will serve as the U.S. headquarters for machine assembly and rebuild support, which will “expand and enhance our service in the Americas market.” Caroline Mawer, currently head of Supply Chain, is promoted to director, CMB Global Supply Chain, while Robert Brown, currently head of Finance, will become director, CMB Global Finance. Neil Pearse, head of Human Resources, will also take up a new position as the new head of Human Resources, CMB Global.

CarnaudMetalbox Engineering (CMbE) is the market leader in non-OEM locking tools. They have currently supplied seamer tools to over 380 different global company locations in the beer/beverage, food and aerosol industries. With key offices in the U.S., U.K. and China, it efficiently supports its clients internationally.

Through innovation and development, the company has incorporated special non-corrosive materials, high quality coatings, ceramic bearings and specialized seals, all originating from the sealing tool business in Shipley, UK.