Founded in 1956 by John Reib to automate material handling, Conair Group makes auxiliary equipment and turnkey systems that keep plastics-processing plants supplied, controlled and running. The Franklin, Pennsylvania-based company now employs more than 500 people and supports processors with application-guaranteed equipment, system engineering, installation and 24/7 technical service. Conair became part of Piovan Group in 2022, while continuing to manufacture much of its equipment in the United States.
PiovanGroup North AmericaFormed through the merging of IPEG and Piovan businesses, PiovanGroup North America is the Cranberry Township-based regional headquarters for an Italian group that designs and manufactures industrial automation systems for storing, conveying and processing polymers, plastic powders and food ingredients. Its North American operation brings together six brands and maintains four production facilities, with service and sales locations positioned near customers across the region. The group also develops integrated systems focused on reducing raw-material and energy use and supporting Industry 4.0 production.CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, PA
Novatec, IncFrom its Baltimore base, Novatec, Inc. manufactures resin-drying and plastics-conveying equipment and integrated material-handling systems for plastics processors. The American-owned, American-made company has more than 75 years in the industry and operates a Drying Technology Center where customer resin samples can be tested against competing dryer technologies. Its partnership with Maguire Products extends its offering into a broader range of plastics auxiliary equipment, while AI-enabled moisture management and conveying technologies add a newer layer to its established equipment expertise.BALTIMORE, MD
Pro Plastics Sales and Service, IncSince 1981, Pro Plastics Sales and Service has supplied injection and extrusion molding equipment while engineering, installing, training and servicing the systems around it. The company also supports plastics processors with maintenance, validation and repairs on its own and competing brands, and designs and manufactures its U.S.-made HopperSlide material-change product. Its team helps manufacturers bring production back to the United States through turnkey facility-development support.WEST CHESTER, OH
Dynamic Conveyors & AutomationFounded and led by mechanical engineer Jason Saul, Dynamic Conveyors & Automation designs conveyor systems and automation for manufacturing and distribution challenges from its base in Quakertown, Pennsylvania. Saul brings more than 25 years of material-handling experience, and the company uses a collaborative design process to develop practical solutions rather than force every application into an off-the-shelf system. Dynamic serves customers across North America and supports projects through engineering, installation, and ongoing maintenance.