SUPPLIER REPORTS 2026 (PART 1)
AES SCRAP CONVEYANCE SYSTEMS Souderton, Pennsylvania: Jeff Dietterich reports: “The past year marked a record level of AES system installations in
(REI), headquartered in Newton, North Carolina. For our customers, this transition has been intentionally seamless. AES continues to operate with the same leadership, sales, engineering, and service teams that customers know and trust. What has changed is the scale and depth of resourc- es behind those teams. “Together, AES and REI share a common philosophy: delivering turnkey, customer-centric solutions for scrap management and recycling, sustained by a people-first culture. The combined organization is now larger, stron- ger, and better positioned to support customers nation- wide, with expanded manufacturing capabilities and sales and service coverage from multiple U.S. locations. “Customers also benefit from a broader range of equip- ment solutions. In addition to our scrap conveyance and baling systems, we now offer single-shaft, dual-shaft, and tri-shaft shredders, guillotine roll shears, and a heavy-du- ty core shredder, all manufactured by REI. This expanded product offering allows AES to engineer more comprehen- sive systems that address mixed scrap streams, roll waste, and high-volume trim applications. “Service and support capabilities have expanded sig- nificantly as well. With technicians now dispatching from multiple regions—including the Midwest, Southwest, Southeast, and Mid-Atlantic—AES customers benefit from faster response times and reduced travel costs. Preventive maintenance, emergency repair, and system upgrades re- main central to our value proposition, helping customers protect uptime and extend equipment life. “Refurbished equipment is another growing focus area, with a dedicated team of experienced baler technicians specializing in high-quality rebuilds. Customers can ben- efit from an expanded inventory of ready-to-ship refur- bished balers and related equipment—an attractive option for plants needing fast deployment without compromising reliability or performance. “In 2026, customers can also expect an expanded AES website that more fully reflects the combined capabilities and product offerings of AES and REI, making it easier to evaluate system options and support resources. “As box plants continue to invest in growth and auto- mation, AES will continue investing in the systems, people, and service infrastructure needed to help keep operations
the box, corrugated, and folding carton markets. Plant expansions, new production equipment and the desire for increased automation drove strong demand for integrat- ed scrap-handling solutions, an ac- knowledgment of the critical role that efficient scrap conveyance plays
Jeff Dietterich
in protecting production schedules and profit margins. “For 2026, AES continues to focus on the needs of our customers to improve their operating efficiency as a buf- fer to changing economic conditions and consumer be- haviors. From initial system evaluations through design, installation, commissioning, and ongoing service, our goal is to align scrap conveyance solutions with the realities of modern box-plant operations. “Converters and box plants are looking for automation wherever it can be deployed on the production floor, in- cluding their scrap collection and baling processes. Our approach integrates air conveyance, separation, size re- duction, baling, and dust control into an automated system that performs reliably, safely, and with minimal operator intervention. Built-in features such as PLC’s (Programma- ble Logic Controllers) provide remote system access and monitoring for engineers and technicians. This capability allows for real-time diagnostics, troubleshooting, and up- dates, minimizing downtime and ensuring that production continues smoothly. “A key component of many AES installations is the Air- SharkTM air-material separator, engineered for efficient, clog-free separation across a wide range of operating conditions. With capacities up to 64,000 CFM, AirShark units are ideal for supporting everything from single die cutter applications to large, multi-line plants. The result is dependable separation, reduced plugging, and less time spent troubleshooting scrap flow issues. “Dust control remains a significant industry concern, and last year’s adoption of NFPA 660—consolidating mul- tiple combustible dust and particulate solids standards— clearly states that compliance is not optional. AES spe- cializes in NFPA-compliant dust control solutions that help customers maintain cleaner, safer operating environments while meeting regulatory and insurance requirements. Our wide range of solutions include traditional baghouse col- lectors, cartridge-style collectors, and enclosureless sys- tems. In some cases, we can offer lower cost solutions that eliminate the need for dust collectors while still meet- ing the NFPA 660 standard for combustible dust. “One of the most significant developments for AES this year was our acquisition by Recycling Equipment Inc.
running safely, efficiently, and reliably.” Visit aesales.net or gogreenrei.com . HAIRE GROUP
Merrillville, Indiana: Mike Mulroe reports, “Two thousand and twenty-five was a banner year for Haire Group, and a major driver of that momentum was the launch and grow- ing success of the Apstar GTS Flexo Folder Gluer. Inde- pendents told us exactly what they needed: speed, preci-
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