Since 1983, Cleveland-based PACE Converting Equipment has built rugged rotary converting machines for manufacturers working with demanding parts and production needs. Its machines are fabricated in-house, with configurable platforms ranging from standard equipment to specialized rotary laminating and die-cutting systems. PACE also drew national attention during the pandemic by delivering a custom single-anvil machine to Ford in about two weeks, helping expand face-shield production from roughly 100,000 to more than 1 million per week.
Rockport Machine CompanySince 1955, Cleveland-based Rockport Machine Company has built machinery for producing and processing spiral-wound tubes and cores used in paper, film, and foil converting. Its history began with patented recutting technology for Union Carbide and Eveready battery casings before the company expanded into a full line of winding, cutting, and tube-processing equipment. Now operating from a 20,000-square-foot production facility, Rockport remains owned by Robert L. Fulop, who acquired the company in 2013.CLEVELAND, OH
Modern Zhoutai ServiceFrom its New York State base, Modern Zhoutai Service makes bag- and pouch-making machinery for flexible packaging converters, with an emphasis on quick setup and fast product changeovers. Established in 1992, the company also provides tailored equipment solutions, custom CNC-machined parts made in New York since 2009, and ongoing service support for packaging operations. Its machinery serves applications ranging from medical pouches to food and liquid packaging.FARMINGTON, NY
Gemini IndustrialGemini Industrial was founded more than a decade ago by people who brought decades of manufacturing experience to a new venture in eastern Ohio. From its 30,000-square-foot New Philadelphia facility, the company works with manufacturers across the United States to turn difficult production problems into custom machines or precision-fabricated parts.NEW PHILADELPHIA, OH