2009-06-18 - Deal continues the North American expansion of JLS, a key ABB Robotics Integration Partner
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (June 15, 2009) – JLS Automation of York, PA, a key ABB Robotics Integration Partner in the food packaging segment, has acquired Diversified Control Systems of Boise, ID. The acquisition was effective May 1, 2009 with JLS acquiring the assets of the Robotic Division of the DCS facility in Boise, ID. JLS plans on retaining the Robotics Division employees and remaining in the present facility.
“This move is part of our strategy of positioning JLS as a preferred supplier for Packaging Automation systems in North America,” said Craig Souser, JLS president. “While we were not specifically targeting Idaho as a locale, we are delighted with the chemistry of the DCS team in Boise. Their skill set fits well with the technology that JLS offers, and they have experience in some of our key markets. We have found Boise to be a business and technology friendly environment which will aid us as we add to our workforce in Boise.”
JLS is based in York, PA with a deep technical staff of engineers and designers along with a team of mechanical and electrical assemblers. Despite the global recession, JLS has enjoyed significant growth in the last six months by offering high value systems to its growing list of customers who are interested in higher productivity and cost reduction.
"We are excited to see one of our premier integrators expand their business. There are many challenges facing the food processing industry, especially in primary packaging. Our partnership with an expanded JLS will allow ABB to serve more customers, and have the confidence that the installation and commissioning of ABB Robots will be done to the highest level of customer satisfaction" said Joe Campbell, vice president sales and marketing, ABB Robotics North America.
About JLS Automation
JLS Automation (www.jlsautomation.com) provides robotic based automation systems for primary packaging applications in a variety of industries, with a major focus on the food processing segment. The company has developed several unique approaches to automation projects to help their clients implement agile manufacturing capabilities and higher production efficiencies, while minimizing the risks inherent in these types of projects. JLS is an active member of PMMI, the American Meat Institute, and a Certified ABB FlexPicker Partner.
About ABB, Inc.
ABB (www.abb.com) is a leader in power and automation technologies that enable utility and industry customers to improve their performance while lowering environmental impact. The ABB Group of companies operates in approximately 100 countries and employs about 120,000 people.
About ABB Robotics
ABB Robotics (www.abb.com/robotics) is a leading supplier of industrial robots – also providing robot software, peripheral equipment, modular manufacturing cells and service for tasks such as welding, handling, assembly, painting and finishing, picking, packing, palletizing and machine tending. Key markets include automotive, plastics, metal fabrication, foundry, electronics, pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries. A strong solutions focus helps manufacturers improve productivity, product quality and worker safety. ABB has installed more than 160,000 robots worldwide.