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ing in a more compact form factor than traditional robotic load formers, while including the same advanced features as the larger RAPTOR series. The RAVEN can handle au- tomatic doubling, stacking, and squaring to provide unit quality that exceeds other high-end palletizers, while maintaining speeds of up to twelve bundles per minute. The Rand-Whitney installation is the first of many installa- tions anticipated in the coming years and offers the indus- try a first look at an exciting new palletization option for 50-inch flexo lines. “Acquisitions also ranked as a priority over the past year. Alliance finalized agreements to purchase JD En- gineers B.V., Systec Conveyor Systems, and Automatan Inc. during the 2025 fiscal year. JD Engineers operates in Joure, Netherlands, and has manufactured specialty folder gluers for more than 25 years. Systec and Automatan op- erate in North America and boast a combined 80 years of experience in the corrugated industry. “JD Engineer’s flagship specialty folder gluer, the JD BOXR, now complements Alliance’s J&L Mark 5 XT to pro- vide options for much smaller box sizes and advanced fea- tures such as the “box editor.” With this addition, Alliance’s line of specialty folder gluers can handle board as large as a 210-inch flat sheet and as small as a 5-inch flat sheet with 2-inch panels. The JD BOXR is well-known in special- ty folding and gluing markets globally, with a wide install base globally, and is an excellent addition to Alliance’s strong specialty folder gluer lineup. “Systec and Automatan’s product lines, along with the new teams in Indianapolis and Plover, combine decades of experience in development, installation, and custom- er service. Automatan builds high-production single-face laminators for the small-flute litho-laminated market, as well as pattern laminators for specialty game and puzzle applications. Systec’s products expand Alliance’s existing material handling solutions to include powered floor con- veyor, conveyor-safe walks, transfer cars, and other relat- ed equipment.” Visit: www.alliancellc.com . BAYSEK Nelsonville, Wisconsin: Jeff Jensen reports, “It was a big year at Baysek in 2025, marked by innovation, growth, and strategic changes. Last March, a consortium of private
proved safety, and smoother operation, particularly for re- peating or automated orders. “The Divert & Separate System (DSS) is a patented transfer deck behind the stacker front end that automatical- ly diverts and separates sheets at full production speeds. Supporting up to 4-out shingling with fast, reliable setup, DSS helps operations maintain consistent flow while re- sponding quickly to changing production demands. “As corrugated operations look to start the year strong, A.G. continues to focus on empowering teams beyond the machine itself. The GO AG™ digital application provides a secure, centralized platform to create, save, and share crit- ical operational knowledge. “From work instructions and training videos to manu- als, troubleshooting guides, and process documentation, GO AG™ helps retain institutional knowledge, standardize best practices, and distribute information across multiple equipment lines and teams. “To help customers understand the impact of new equipment before making a capital investment, A.G. offers SIMCORRA™ Factory Simulation. This digital tool allows converters to test production runs, identify bottlenecks, and optimize factory layouts in a risk-free environment. “By simulating real-world production scenarios digitally, customers can evaluate throughput, space utilization, and return on investment with confidence. SIMCORRA™ helps ensure equipment decisions translate into real-world per- formance once implemented on the plant floor. “A.G.’s solutions are designed with flexibility, scalability, and long-term performance in mind.” Visit: www.agstacker.com. ALLIANCE Spokane Valley, Washington: Andy Olson reports, “2025 was a historic year for Alliance Machine Systems, as we ex- panded our product portfolio to include peripheral equip- ment for every aspect of the converting process from the
corrugator to the shipping bay,” said Andy Olson, Sales Director for Alli- ance Machine Systems International. “In response to customer needs, we identified new areas of growth and addressed them through targeted development and acquisitions. “The development of new prod-
investors acquired Baysek Machines Inc and renamed the company Bay- sek Solutions LLC. “We are proud to introduce our new team of owners: Jeff Jensen, Ryan Hetzel, and Gary LeMaster. Jeff Jensen (CEO) with 35 years of ex- perience in the corrugated industry,
Andy Olson
uct lines was a major priority in 2025, including the in- stallation of the first new RAVEN Robotic Palletizer at Rand-Whitney in Worcester, Massachusetts. The palletizer received positive feedback from plant staff, with Gener- al Manager Adam Tominsky sharing: “At Rand-Whitney, we recently purchased machine number one, the RAVEN (…) behind our 50-inch Ward Flexo and (…) taken that ma- chine cell from a 3-person crew to a 2-person crew and increased productivity.” “The RAVEN supports automated robotic load form-
Jeff Jensen
reached out to longtime friend and business entrepreneur Gary LeMaster (Managing Partner). The last piece of the puzzle was securing Ryan Hetzel (President), previous- ly the Operations Manager with 18 years at Baysek. This CONTINUED ON PAGE 28
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