Excelis Packaging Automation has acquired Marks Machinery, enhancing its service offerings in the beverage packaging industry.

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Excelis Packaging Automation ("Excelis"), a portfolio company of LFM Capital, has successfully acquired Marks Machinery ("Marks"), a distinguished manufacturer of replacement parts for beverage filling equipment. Founded in 1987 and located in Suwanee, Georgia, Marks specializes in producing high-quality and cost-effective components for KHS, Krones, C&S, and Meyer filling machines. The company has built a solid reputation in the beverage industry, known for its commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative product solutions.

Excelis, on the other hand, is dedicated to providing comprehensive, turnkey automation solutions, focusing on North American-made packaging equipment, parts, and services. Since LFM Capital's initial investment in 2021, Excelis has grown into a full-service packaging automation platform, bolstered by five strategic add-on acquisitions aimed at enhancing its service offerings.

Industry Overview in the U.S.

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