Daetwyler acquires Cheshire Anilox

The Daetwyler Group has acquired Cheshire Anilox Technology, adding anilox roller manufacturing to its existing doctor blade and ink production capabilities.

The acquisition complements Daetwyler's portfolio through its Daetwyler Swisstec division, which manufactures doctor blades, and Rotoflex, which develops inks and coatings for flexible packaging and security applications.

'Our in-depth understanding of processes has been the basis of our success for decades. Through the acquisition, we are expanding our technological expertise and thus creating tangible advantages for our customers. This acquisition is an important step in reliably meeting future requirements and actively driving the development of the industry,' explained Ralph Daetwyler, CEO of the Daetwyler Group.

Cheshire will operate as an independent company within the group, retaining its workforce and corporate structure. The company currently serves markets in England and the EU.

'The integration into Daetwyler's global sales structure is an important step for Cheshire. Together, we can open up new markets and expand our expertise with anilox rollers, doctor blades, inks and coatings in a targeted manner,' noted Sonia Arcos, managing director of Cheshire.

The group plans to establish anilox roller production in the US using Cheshire's expertise to serve the American market locally.