Board Converting News, July 27, 2026

BW Packaging Announces Strategic Partnership With Crown Packaging St. Louis, Missouri based Barry-Wehmiller’s global pack- aging machinery business has announced a strategic partnership with Crown Packaging Corp., a leading pro- vider of packaging supplies, equipment and services, to deliver innovative packaging automation capabilities and integrated packaging solutions to customers across North America. The partnership brings together BW Packaging’s indus- try-leading portfolio of packaging machinery, automation technologies and integrated systems with Crown Packag- ing Corp.’s expertise and distribution network of over 50 branches and affiliates across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Together, the companies will provide manu- facturers, retailers, logistics operations and e-commerce businesses with comprehensive solutions designed to im- prove operational efficiency, reduce downtime, enhance sustainability initiatives and streamline end-of-line packag- ing processes. By aligning strengths across equipment, services and industry knowledge, BW Packaging and Crown Packaging Corp. are positioned to better address the evolving needs of today’s packaging operations. “Our collaboration with Crown Packaging represents a shared commitment to helping customers solve complex

packaging challenges through innovative technology and exceptional service,” said Matt Venezia, Chief Commercial Officer, BW Packaging. “Combining Crown’s customer re- lationships, service footprint and broad selection of pack- aging supplies with BW Packaging’s integrated machinery solutions creates new opportunities to support our cus- tomers with scalable, future-ready packaging systems.” BW Packaging offers a broad range of packaging equipment and technologies, including filling, labeling, bagging, palletizing, end-of-line systems and complete packaging line integration. The partnership is designed to expand the range of available packaging solutions, while enhancing packaging consultation and integrated system implementation through the combined expertise of both organizations. “The partnership brings together the complementary strengths of BW Packaging and Crown Packaging Corp. to deliver more integrated solutions for customers,” said Jim Krapes, Senior Director, Global Key Accounts & Market De- velopment, BW Packaging. “By combining our automation expertise with Crown’s distribution network and expertise in the supply of packaging material, we can provide com- plete technical solutions that help customers improve effi- ciency and performance.” Both organizations share a strong commitment to cus- tomer partnership, operational excellence and continuous innovation within the packaging industry. Visit: www.bwpackaging.com .

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