Tecumseh, MI – (October 8, 2024) – Gary Riley, CEO of Uniloy, Inc., a global leader in blow molding machines, mold technology, OEM parts, and expert service, will be the keynote speaker at the 39^th Annual Blow Molding Conference, October 7-9, 2024, in Peachtree City, Georgia. The keynote address will be delivered on Tuesday, October 8, 2024, at 9:20 a.m. The event showcases the latest technical developments and provides insights from industry leaders on packaging and industrial applications, machinery and design innovations, market trends, materials, processing, and more.

Riley has been the CEO of Uniloy since 2022 and has held leadership positions in the plastics and global manufacturing industries for over 40 years. In his keynote address, he will cover the state of the plastics industry, including the challenges it’s facing, ranging from increased governmental regulations to the banning of plastic in packaging solutions. This is putting blow molded products in the spotlight with regulators and consumers. Riley will also provide insights on recycled high-density polyethylene production challenges and solutions, as well as new blow molding technologies and equipment used to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

“It’s an honor to be the keynote speaker at the Annual Blow Molding Conference, especially at this imperative time in the plastics industry,” said Gary W. Riley, Sr., CEO of Uniloy. “As we face the challenges of increasing environmental regulations worldwide, our industry must continue to develop new technologies and solutions to meet the rising demand.”

Uniloy’s technologies, services, and solutions will be on display at booth #31 during the Annual Blow Molding Conference. Discover more about Uniloy at https://www.uniloy.com/.

About Uniloy
Uniloy is a global leader in blow molding technologies and the only blow molding machine manufacturer to offer four unique blow molding technologies, blow molds, and associated tooling. Uniloy has a global footprint, ensuring close proximity to its customers, that will deliver world-class sales, service, and aftermarket support. With a legacy of innovation spanning decades, Uniloy is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in the plastics industry.

Tecumseh, MI – (August 22, 2024) – Uniloy, Inc., a global leader in blow molding machines, mold technology, OEM parts, and expert service, has named Chris LaBombarbe the Global Vice President of Technology & Engineering and Chris Weinrich as a Regional Sales Manager.

Prior to joining Uniloy, LaBombarbe served over 25 years in several senior leadership roles within Mold Masters, Amcor, Coca-Cola, Ford Motor, and 3M, leading emerging market global teams in North America, Latin America, Asia, India, and Europe. His background includes extensive experience in the plastics industry, including OEM machinery, tooling, packaging, and automotive industries, where he has demonstrated success in developing breakthrough technologies, with several international innovation awards and patents. LaBombarbe has a Bachelor of Science in Plastics Engineering and an Associate of Science in Statistics.

Weinrich has more than 30 years of experience in the plastics industry. He served 15 years at Conair, holding the positions of Director of Packaging & Medical and General Manager Extrusion, before joining Uniloy. He also spent eight years as the global product and sales manager at Xaloy, Inc. Weinrich has a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA.

“It’s a pleasure to welcome Chris LaBombarbe and Chris Weinrich to the Uniloy team,” said Gary W. Riley, Sr., CEO of Uniloy. “They each bring extensive experience in plastics that will benefit our company and our customers.”

Discover more about Uniloy at https://www.uniloy.com/.

About Uniloy
Uniloy is a global leader in blow molding technologies and the only blow molding machine manufacturer to offer four unique blow molding technologies, blow molds, and associated tooling. Uniloy has a global footprint, ensuring close proximity to its customers, that will deliver world-class sales, service, and aftermarket support. With a legacy of innovation spanning decades, Uniloy is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in the plastics industry.

Chris LaBombarbe
Global Vice President of Technology & Engineering

Chris Weinrich
Regional Sales Manager

Tecumseh, MI – (June 3, 2024) – Uniloy, a global leader in blow molding technology and equipment, proudly announces the launch of its latest high-cavitation solution designed to significantly enhance the output and efficiency of plastic container production. This groundbreaking machine has been developed to address the increasing demands of competitive industries, providing customers with a potential productivity boost of up to 40%.

Innovative High-Cavitation Technology

Responding to customers’ need to outperform their competition, Uniloy’s dedicated team of engineers and key suppliers collaborated to create a machine capable of delivering higher cavitation. This innovation allows for the production of more plastic containers per cycle, significantly reducing the energy expenditure per container.

Key Features and Benefits

• Increased Productivity: The new high-cavitation machine boosts the productivity of blow molding operations up to 40%, enabling manufacturers to meet higher demand with lower cost (small footprint, less staff).
• Enhanced Efficiency: Through meticulous assessment and improvement of the reciprocating screw technology and all related subsystems, the machine offers improved energy efficiency and reduced cycle times.

Real-World Impact

Uniloy’s high-cavitation systems are already proving their worth, performing as designed and meeting the high expectations set during development. These machines are now available as Uniloy’s most advanced product offering.

Experience the Uniloy Difference

By investing in Uniloy’s next-generation machines or upgrading existing equipment with our retrofit packages, manufacturers can expect higher output, greater efficiency, and lower production costs. Uniloy remains committed to driving innovation and providing solutions that help our customers succeed in their industries. Discover more at www.uniloy.com.

About Uniloy

Uniloy is a leading provider of blow molding technology and equipment, offering a wide range of solutions designed to meet the most demanding applications. With a focus on innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, Uniloy continues to set the standard for excellence in the blow molding industry. Founded in the 1950s, Uniloy manufactures shuttle, industrial, injection blow, and reciprocating blow molding machines; they also provide comprehensive service, rebuilds, retrofits, parts, and training. Uniloy has a global presence with locations in Europe, Southeast Asia, India, and Latin America, and is headquartered in Tecumseh, Michigan.

Uniloy and Baumüller Join Forces to Revolutionize Plastic Machinery Industry

Orlando, FL, U.S. – May 6, 2024. Uniloy, a leading global provider of blow molding machines and related services, has entered into a groundbreaking collaboration agreement with Baumüller, a renowned drive and automation technology pioneer. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone in the plastic machinery sector.  

Under this collaboration, Uniloy will harness Baumüller’s advanced digital technologies to enhance its plastic machines for energy efficiency, precision control, and seamless integration with Industry 4.0 standards, empowering manufacturers to achieve higher productivity and profitability while reducing their environmental footprint. This represents a fusion of Uniloy’s decades-long expertise in blow molding and structural foam molding with Baumüller’s innovative drive and automation solutions.

“We are thrilled to partner with Baumüller to bring forth the next generation of plastic machinery,” said Gary Riley, CEO at Uniloy. “This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to innovation and sustainability for developing the future of plastic manufacturing.”

Diago Areces, the CEO at Baumueller-Nuermont Corp., is equally excited about the partnership’s potential. “We are proud to collaborate with Uniloy to integrate our technology into their machines. Together, we aim to set new standards for performance, sustainability, and digitalization in plastic manufacturing, empowering businesses to thrive in a rapidly evolving market.”

For more information about Uniloy, Baumüller, and Baumueller-Nuermont Corp., visit https://www.uniloy.com/,  https://www.baumueller.com/en/ and https://www.baumueller.com/us/.

About Uniloy:

Uniloy is a global leader in blow molding technologies and the only blow molding machine manufacturer to offer four unique blow molding technologies, blow molds, and associated tooling. Uniloy has a global footprint, ensuring close proximity to its customers, that will deliver world-class sales, service, and aftermarket support. With a legacy of innovation spanning decades, Uniloy is committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions that drive productivity, efficiency, and sustainability in the plastic industry.

About Baumueller-Nuermont Corp.

Baumueller-Nuermont Corp. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Baumüller. We offer a broad range of services, from single parts to the design of complete automation systems, from assembly and installation services to complete plant relocations. Located in Atlanta, Chicago, Mississauga, Canada, and Queretaro, Mexico, Baumueller-Nuermont Corp. is present in North America to meet the needs of technology for sustainability, efficiency, and productivity of the local customers.

About the Baumüller Group

Baumüller is a leading manufacturer and solutions provider of intelligent drive and automation systems, bringing digital technologies to industrial manufacturing, e-mobility, and other market segments to maximize sustainability, circularity, efficiency, and performance.

Baumüller has its headquarters in Nuremberg, Germany. At production sites in Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovenia, India, China, and over 40 branch offices worldwide, around 2,000 employees develop, manufacture, and sell intelligent system solutions for machine manufacturing and e-mobility.

In addition, the range of services offered by the Baumüller Group includes engineering, assembly, and industrial relocation, as well as services and after sales services, thus covering all aspects of the life cycle of machine manufacturers and end users.

Tecumseh, MI – (May 2, 2024) – Uniloy, Inc., a global leader in blow molding machines, mold technology, OEM parts, and expert service, is pleased to announce the acquisition of certain FGH Systems’ shuttle mold and technical service assets and people.

FGH has been Uniloy’s blow molding shuttle machine sales, molds, and service partner for 30 years and will continue, with an expanded role, to represent Uniloy’s complete product line of blow molding machines, molds, and services.

FGH’s shuttle mold design and manufacturing assets will integrate into Uniloy’s existing Fremont, Ohio, and Tecumseh, Michigan, facilities, which manufacture reciprocating, wheel, industrial, and shuttle molds. Uniloy has been investing heavily in these shops over the last few years, adding new state-of-the-art, five-axis machining centers and equipment. 

Equipment from FGH’s shuttle tech center will be moved to Uniloy’s Tecumseh tech center, including three (3) Uniloy shuttle lab machines (all-electric and multi-layer COEX machines) and supporting process equipment. These machines will complement Uniloy’s two (2) reciprocating and two (2) injection blow lab machines. Uniloy’s tech center will now offer even more capabilities with expanded product development, sampling, process development, and training for all its blow molding machine platforms.

“Welcoming FGH into the Uniloy family will have extremely positive impacts on both of our companies, as well as enhance the offerings and services we provide our customers,” said Gary W. Riley, Sr., CEO of Uniloy. “We look forward to expanding upon our long-time partnership with FGH and bringing our two companies together to form an even stronger, industry-leading blow molding company.”

Eric Hohmann, President of FGH Systems, said, “The last few years under Uniloy’s new ownership and leadership, along with their team’s efforts, have been impressive. Uniloy has made commitments and investments in new technology, machine improvements, service, spare parts, molds, tooling, tech center, and its people. No other blow molding machine manufacturer offers such a diverse blow molding machine product line, with turnkey mold packages and services. With Uniloy’s two (2) mold manufacturing sites, a technical lab, after sales, and service, the integration of FGH into Uniloy will offer even more capabilities than ever for our customers.”

Discover more about Uniloy at https://www.uniloy.com/.

About Uniloy
Founded in the 1950s, Uniloy is a global leader providing blow mold solutions, machines, and technologies, as well as blow molds and associated tooling. The company manufactures shuttle, industrial, injection blow, and reciprocating blow molding machines; they also provide comprehensive service, rebuilds, retrofits, parts, and training capabilities. Uniloy is headquartered in Tecumseh, Michigan.

April 29, 2024– Uniloy, Inc., a global leader in blow molding machines and mold technology, will be highlighting its continued investments in the company, its products and aftermarket services at NPE 2024 The Plastics Show on May 6-10 in Orlando, Florida. Attendees can visit booth #S15057 to speak with the Uniloy team about these latest advancements in the company.

As part of its commitment to providing timely and professional service and support, the company recently increased investment in its Uniloy Genuine Parts business by the millions, expanding its capability to produce genuine replacements for machine components. To help customers get the most out of their blow molding machines, Uniloy has expanded its Certified Field Service Technician Program. With this global network of expertly trained technicians, the company has increased customer response time and improved overall satisfaction.

Uniloy also invested in the Mold Maintenance R&R (Repair and Refurbish) Program to maximize customers’ uptime, provide predictable maintenance costs and deliver consistently higher-quality results. Talk with one of our Uniloy experts about how we can support your mold assets.

As customers move toward more sustainable operations, Uniloy has invested in machines and technologies that help them reduce their environmental footprint. The company developed an all-electric injection blow molding machine that saves energy and eliminates the use of oil. Uniloy has also developed Coex 3-layer head technology to help customers meet governmental regulations and operate in a more sustainable way.

“We look forward to attending this year’s NPE show and sharing all the latest investments we’ve made in our company that will directly benefit customers,” stated Gary W. Riley, Sr., CEO of Uniloy. “Our goal is to provide the latest machines, technologies, Genuine Parts, and aftersales services and support to help our customers drive results in their businesses.”

Discover more about these and other investments Uniloy has made, and continues to make, at the NPE 2024 The Plastics Show, booth #S15057, and at https://www.uniloy.com/.

About Uniloy
Founded in the 1950s, Uniloy is a global leader and manufacturer of blow molding machines and technologies, as well as blow molds and associated tooling. The company manufactures shuttle, industrial, injection blow, and reciprocating blow molding machines; they also provide comprehensive service, rebuilds, retrofits, parts, and training capabilities. Uniloy is headquartered in Tecumseh, Michigan. ###

Tecumseh, MI – (April 22, 2024) – Uniloy, Inc., a global leader in blow molding machines and mold technology, will be attending NPE 2024 The Plastics Show on May 6-10 in Orlando, Florida. The Uniloy team will be available at booth #S15057, where they will display the company’s latest products and technologies.

Built on an enduring legacy of blow molding mastery, Uniloy is trusted by a wide range of industries for 360-degree integrated solutions and support. It is the only blow molding machine manufacturer to offer four unique blow molding technologies, as well as custom blow molds and associated tooling. A leading innovator of solutions that enhance efficiency and productivity, Uniloy has developed cutting-edge equipment that helps customers achieve more sustainable manufacturing operations and reduce their environmental impact. In addition to the latest blow molding equipment, the company offers comprehensive aftermarket service and support, including parts, field service, technician training, complete machine retrofits, and rebuilds.

“Over the last year, we have made many new advancements to help our customers increase productivity and uptime,” stated Gary W. Riley, Sr., CEO of Uniloy. “We’re excited to share these latest machines, technologies, and retrofit options at this year’s NPE show.”

Discover more about Uniloy at the NPE 2024 The Plastics Show, booth #S15057, and at https://www.uniloy.com/.

About Uniloy
Founded in the 1950s, Uniloy is a global leader and manufacturer of blow molding machines and technologies, as well as blow molds and associated tooling. The company manufactures shuttle, industrial, injection blow, and reciprocating blow molding machines; they also provide comprehensive service, rebuilds, retrofits, parts, and training capabilities. Uniloy is headquartered in Tecumseh, Michigan.