Fort Dearborn acquires Hammer Packaging Corporation

Fort Dearborn Company has acquired Hammer Packaging Corporation to enhance its leadership position in the decorative label and packaging market by further expanding the geographic footprint, capacity and capabilities.

Fort Dearborn Company has acquired Hammer Packaging Corporation

Hammer Packaging has a strong reputation for innovation, quality and currently operates two facilities in West Henrietta, NY and Rochester, NY.

The acquisition will increase both companies’ capabilities and product offering, including cut and stack, in-mold, pressure-sensitive, roll-fed, shrink and stretch sleeve labels, as well as flexible packaging.

‘As the fourth generation to own the company, I have guided the company with a “Lead. Don’t follow” philosophy, said Jim Hammer, president, and CEO of Hammer Packaging. ‘In order to continue our growth and thrive, we made the historic decision to join Fort Dearborn Company. I am excited about this new chapter in Hammer Packaging’s journey and believe it is only the beginning of a great future for the Hammer Packaging Company, our customers, and the Rochester community.’

‘We look forward to working with our Hammer Packaging associates and continuing the legacy they’ve built,’ added Fort Dearborn Company CEO Kevin Kwilinski. ‘We’re also very excited about the growth opportunities this acquisition presents and look forward to the addition of their expertise which will be an excellent complement to our strengths. We have a heritage of growth through private and family-owned acquisitions and will continue to seek opportunities to better serve our customers.’