RotoMetrics takes over Gerhardt

American manufacturer RotoMetrics has acquired its Danish rival Gerhardt International in a move that will give the combined company unprecedented global coverage and technology leadership to support tooling requirements.

‘The ability to draw on the resources of both companies gives us the ability to meet customer needs for short lead-time production and local service,’ said Michael Bryant, CEO of RotoMetrics.  He added: ‘Customers will continue to have access to the full range of current products and technology, including Gerhardt 3*, 5* and 7* flexible and solid dies, RotoMetrics AccuFlex® and FlexPremier® flexible dies, solid tooling, magnetic cylinders, and print cylinders.’

The combined company will have global headquarters near St. Louis, Missouri, European headquarters in Wiesbaden, Germany, and major manufacturing operations on four continents to support a global sales and service network.   The company’s facility in Herlev, Denmark, is a center of excellence for non-woven and specialty converting tooling and support.