Founded in 1955 by Joseph L. Souser, York, Pennsylvania-based JLS Automation builds hygienic, vision-guided robotic packaging systems for food processors. The company grew from a power-transmission representative into a packaging automation specialist after food manufacturers sought its help upgrading existing equipment, and it now develops patented tooling and high-speed systems for sanitary production environments. JLS remains led by the Souser family and supports installations with training, service and real-time virtual monitoring.
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JLS AutomationFounded in 1955 by Joseph L. Souser, JLS Automation designs and builds hygienic robotic packaging systems for food processors. The York, Pennsylvania company grew from a power-transmission representative into a packaging automation specialist after food processors sought its help upgrading machinery in the 1990s. Today, its custom vision-guided systems include patented robotic tooling and are backed by aftermarket support, including real-time virtual diagnostics and training.YORK, PA
Modern PackagingSince its founding in 1989 by Zaki Hossain and Jerry Dabek, Modern Packaging has built its reputation around custom automation for manufacturers that package food and other products. The USA-based company has produced approximately 1,100 machines in more than three decades, with most manufacturing parts made in-house at its 60,000-square-foot facility. Modern is a ProMach product brand.DEER PARK, NY
NCC Automated SystemsSince 1986, NCC Automated Systems has manufactured sanitary and non-sanitary conveyors while integrating complete automation systems for food processors, packaging companies, and OEM machine builders. The Souderton, Pennsylvania, company combines in-house mechanical and electrical design with U.S. manufacturing, offering turnkey systems or equipment on its own. Its decades-long work with customers such as The Hershey Company reflects a solutions-focused approach that goes beyond supplying machinery.SOUDERTON, PA
DCC AutomationFounded in 1954 as Dairy Conveyor Corp., DCC Automation designs and manufactures conveyor, packaging, and automation systems for dairy and other food and beverage production. Still family-owned, the company now operates three U.S. manufacturing facilities and serves customers internationally, pairing its long dairy-conveyor history with robotics and digital controls. Its hygienic robotic packaging system received the 2024 Rockwell Automation PartnerNetwork OEM Innovation Award.BREWSTER, NY