Fort Washington, PA - The 2024 Amtech User Conference will be held on October 27-30, 2024, in Orlando Florida. The host hotel is the Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek in Orlando Florida. The Conference will bring together customers from around the world to collaborate, network and increase their Amtech Software knowledge. Over 80 training sessions will be offered on a wide scope of subjects and applications.
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Scorekeeper, Top Gun and Visual Analytics added to EnCore ERP for Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit
Fort Washington, PA - Amtech Software, a leading provider of software solutions for the corrugated packaging industry, is pleased to announce Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit have partnered with them to implement EnCore ERP with Scorekeeper, TopGun and Visual Analytics for a fully automated solution. Volk Packaging designs, manufactures, and distributes high quality corrugated and foam products including shipping containers, inner packaging, and stock boxes throughout New England. Volk Paxit is the contract packaging division of Volk Packaging that provides 3PL, fulfilment, kitting, assembly, and pick and pack services.
Derek Volk, CEO, is thrilled with this decision. “As my grandfather used to say, ‘Our customers are our bread and butter.’ Amtech’s EnCore software is going to take us to a new level of service for the customers that my team works so hard to take care of. Making our customers’ lives easier is what we are all about and Amtech will help us do that better than ever before.”
Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit wanted to keep up with the times and switch to a more innovative solution like Amtech Software. Previously, they had been using the same software solution for the past 40 years, making the switch a big, but necessary change. Amtech Software provides Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit with access to more data, quicker. With a simple press of a button, the appropriate data is sent to the customer. In a fast-paced environment, time is of the essence. Not only that, but Amtech Software is user-friendly.
Serving over 1,000 customers, Volk Packaging handles thousands of estimates with 115 employees, so optimizing processes is key. They knew the transfer of data was going to be hard, but with Amtech Software it has been made easy. Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit wanted to make their lives easier, and the lives of their customers easier as well. They are 100% customer-centric, and so is Amtech Software, which makes this partnership so strong.
With Amtech Software, Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit can have everything under one system, eliminating costs of other subscriptions, requiring less data entry, back-and-forth, and manual work. It is now easier for employees to get the job done. It is better, leaner, and more efficient than ever before. They love the ability to customize the solution to fit their needs.
Previously, locating pricing was hard, but now with Amtech Software it can provide them with a quote and locate the necessary financials in minutes. If they need an inventory report, this used to take hours to create and locate. With Amtech Software they have base tables and cost modeling at their fingertips. Volk Packaging recently invested over $8 million in machinery so with Amtech they are creating the highway so they can drive their new machines and their company faster.
Volk Packaging and Volk Paxit are looking forward to rolling out more innovative solutions by Amtech Software and the continuous improvement Amtech Software brings to their organization.
ABOUT AMTECH
Amtech (AmtechSoftware.com) is a leading provider of software solutions for the corrugated packaging industry. Since 1984, Amtech has been providing enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, manufacturing execution system (MES) software, and automation software to corrugated manufacturers throughout North America. Our software solutions are designed to help manufacturers increase their productivity, streamline their processes, and reduce their costs. Headquartered in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, Amtech is dedicated to providing innovative technology solutions that drive success for our customers.
Fort Washington, PA - Amtech, a leading provider of software solutions for the corrugated packaging industry, has announced a new partnership with LLumin, a leading provider of asset management and predictive maintenance solutions. The partnership is aimed at helping corrugated packaging manufacturers reduce downtime, extend asset service life, and increase production efficiency.
Under the new partnership, Amtech will integrate LLumin's predictive maintenance platform with its suite of software solutions for the corrugated packaging industry. This integration will enable packaging manufacturers to easily track their assets, manage maintenance, and optimize their operations all in one place.
"We are excited to partner with LLumin and bring their asset management expertise to the corrugated industry," said Amtech Software CEO, Chuck Schneider." By integrating our ERP with LLumin's platform, we can help our customers streamline their processes and grow their bottom line."
LLumin CEO, Ed Garibian, also expressed his excitement about the partnership: "Amtech is a leader in the corrugated packaging industry, and we are thrilled to be partnering with them. By combining our expertise and technology, we can help packaging manufacturers keep their machines running and increase their profitability."
The partnership is expected to benefit corrugated packaging manufacturers across the U.S., Mexico, and Latin America. By leveraging the strengths of Amtech and LLumin, corrugated manufacturers can optimize their production while reducing maintenance costs and unscheduled downtime, helping them to exceed customer expectations in a highly competitive packaging market.
Amtech (AmtechSoftware.com) is a leading provider of software solutions for the corrugated packaging industry. Since 1984, Amtech has been providing enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, manufacturing execution system (MES) software, and automation software to corrugated manufacturers throughout North America. Our software solutions are designed to help manufacturers increase their productivity, streamline their processes, and reduce their costs. Headquartered in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, Amtech is dedicated to providing innovative technology solutions that drive success for our customers.
LLumin (LLumin.com) is a cloud-based enterprise asset management solutions provider that helps organizations manage their physical assets throughout their lifecycle. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, California, LLumin's software platform includes real-time asset tracking, predictive maintenance, analytics, and tools for managing work orders, inventory, and procurement. LLumin's platform is designed to increase asset utilization, reduce downtime, and improve overall efficiency for a range of industries, including transportation, energy, and manufacturing. With a focus on innovation and customer success, LLumin is committed to delivering solutions that help organizations achieve their business goals.
Acworth, GA - Chief Displays & Packaging is a full-service corrugated box company in Acworth, GA, founded in 1994 by Lamar Guthrie. Chief provides custom, turnkey services for a full range of display, logistics, print, and design needs. As an award-winning print and display company, Chief is highly regarded by customers and industry peers for its high standards and commitment to quality, conservation, and ethics.
CHALLENGE
Chief faced numerous challenges related to fulfilling orders for their clients. One of the primary issues was the outdated process of requiring truck drivers to manually scan documents at the end of each day, which was both time-consuming and prone to errors. This occasionally caused delays in invoicing due to lost or misplaced paperwork. The lack of a streamlined system for managing documents also posed a challenge when needing to retrieve them later, hindering customer service and potentially delaying problem resolution.
“We had drivers scanning documents every day, and the more deliveries they have the more scanning they need to do,” explains Tony Stewart, VP of Operations at Chief. “And if an issue comes up later — usually the customer calling in, asking for documentation — if everything wasn’t scanned correctly, we can’t provide timely service to our customer.”
Chief needed a solution to modernize and digitize their process, reduce the likelihood of errors, and expedite their response to customer service requests.
SOLUTION
Chief has been an Amtech customer since 2016 and has a history of proactively integrating new technologies to remain competitive. “We love to be on the forefront of what’s coming down the pike,” says Pete Langelotti, Chief’s Head of Information Technology. "So we were glad to be asked to be the beta site for Sign & Drive."
Sign & Drive is a powerful, web-based extension to Amtech's EnCore ERP that eliminates paper proof-of-delivery, gives your customers real-time visibility
into their deliveries, and eases the burden on drivers by capturing signatures and transmitting documents electronically, including NCR/RGA records. That, in turn, alerts your customer service team so you can take immediate action to resolve the
customer’s issue.
RESULTS
Sign & Drive made a positive first impression on Chief and their customers almost from the moment it was deployed. "My initial impression was that it was very simple to implement," says Langoletti. "Amtech did a great job of putting it in place, walking us through the setup, and putting together instructions to help the drivers get in and use it."
"Change doesn't always go over very well," added Stewart, "but this went over very well with the drivers. The training took about 30 minutes and from there we had situations where the drivers were teaching other drivers how to use it!"
One surprising development in the early days of the test was when the drivers asked to give back the tablets Chief had purchased specifically for this program. "We initially purchased a bunch of iPads for the drivers to use," said Langoletti, "but they didn't actually want to do that. They felt it was easier to use their own mobile phones."
Customer response was equally favorable. "We picked a couple of customers that we deliver to every day, sometimes a couple of times a day, to get started," explains Stewart. "Once they saw it, they loved it. Then we thought 'Oh shoot, now we have to buy it,'" he jokes.
The real payoff for Chief, though, has been the resolution of those three key challenges.
For Chief's customers, the wins are having real-time visibility into their deliveries — they can see when the truck leaves the dock and what's on it, being able to report exceptions immediately so they know they'll get a speedy resolution, and being able to access documents online, without having to contact a CSR or sales rep.
Langoletti sums up their overall experience with Sign & Drive this way:
I would definitely recommend Sign & Drive, 100%. It gives our customers real-time insights while saving us substantial time internally; and everything being integrated into EnCore is huge for us.”
FORT WASHINGTON, PA - June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Amtech Software (“Amtech” or the “Company”), a leading provider of manufacturing ERP software and technology services for the packaging and other manufacturing industries, announced today that Chuck Schneider has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Schneider succeeds founder Cosmo DeNicola, who will remain a member of the Company’s board of directors.
Mr. Schneider brings substantial professional experience in the technology industry, most recently serving as Chief Customer Officer of Navis, a leading operations and supply chain software platform. There he focused on expanding Navis’ service portfolio, integrating new product offerings, and cultivating relationships with the company’s network of customers.
“I am honored to lead Amtech through its next phase of growth. I look forward to building on the company’s winning culture and reputation as a leading provider of software solutions to the packaging and other manufacturing industries,” remarked Mr. Schneider. “Further, I am eager to increase our investment in product development and customer support in order to continue delivering an exceptional customer experience. I look forward to collaborating with our customers, the Board, and our dedicated employees, to continue Amtech’s legacy of innovation and growth.”
Peter Leibman, board member of Amtech, said, “We are thrilled to have Chuck join Amtech as CEO. Chuck’s significant technology industry experience, in addition to his track record of substantial business and recurring revenue growth, make him the ideal leader for Amtech’s world class software platform. We would also like to thank Cosmo for all that he has done to advance Amtech’s growth trajectory and deliver excellence for its clients.”
Mr. DeNicola commented, “This is an exciting time for Amtech, I also look forward to supporting Chuck’s strategic and transformational growth initiatives that will continue to serve Amtech’s customers.”
ABOUT AMTECH SOFTWARE
Amtech Software is a leading provider of manufacturing ERP software and technology solutions to the packaging and other manufacturing industries. Amtech’s fully integrated product suite of modules, multilingual and enterprise solutions provides a compelling value proposition to the full spectrum of manufacturers. Its software solutions serve over 250 customers at over 750 manufacturing plants in North America, Europe and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.
Fort Washington, PA - Amtech announces subscription pricing for their ScoreKeeper Production Monitoring Solution. ScoreKeeper combines digital signage, real-time business intelligence, and reliable production monitoring into a powerful platform providing production management and operators with the data they need to increase efficiency and improve crew motivation.
“Subscription pricing allows our customers to convert what would normally be a capital expense into an operating expense, which can be friendlier to cash flow,” states Michael DeNicola, Director of Customer Engagement. He continues, “ScoreKeeper has been widely implemented by both Amtech and non-Amtech users across North America, Europe, and Latin America. Seamless integration into any system combined with immediate, meaningful data is making a difference. We have customers who are experiencing upwards of 30% increase in efficiency in as little as thirty days after implementation.”
To learn more about the Power of ScoreKeeper please email: mdenicola@amtechsoftware.com.
Palm Beach, FL - November 10, 2021 – Amtech and Automation Presidents attended the FBA Fall Board of Directors Meeting. The event was held from November 8 -10 2021. It provided Board Members and C Level Executives from the Packaging Industry to share recent experiences and best practices.
The meeting was respectful of COVID considerations and enabled the guests to interact in meetings, seminars and social activities.
“I was so excited to have the opportunity to introduce myself and Automation products live to the group” stated first time participant Eric Nolan, Automation President.
Plans were made to schedule the FBA’s Annual Meeting April 10 – 12, 2022 at the Montage in Laguna Beach, CA.
Fort Washington, PA - September 8, 2021 - Amtech is firmly committed to the long-term success of the corrugated packaging industry and recognizes the important role the FBA plays in promoting the industry.
To support FBA’s efforts, Amtech made a 3-year pledge to support the Corrugated Industry Promotion Program, the purpose of which is to inform corrugated customers, retailers, packaging designers/specifiers, industry employees and future new hires about the benefits of corrugated packaging and to correct misinformation about our industry.
In exchange for commitment:
At the annual meetings, Amtech representative will attend all general sessions and social events and will have the opportunity to promote Amtech at a special Partner Reception event. Amtech representatives will also provide input to the corrugated Industry Promotion Program during a special session held during the annual meeting and will receive recognition from FBA for your valued support of the Promotion Program.
“I am so proud to extend our commitment to support the Packaging Industry and FBA’s programs another three years”, stated Amtech CEO Cosmo DeNicola.
SAVE THE DATE: Amtech User Conference 2022
October 23, 2022 – October 27, 2022
Amtech Software is pleased to announce it’s 2022 User Conference! Our customers will be able to take advantage of over 80 training sessions, functional educational tracks, and post-conference virtual one-on-one training sessions.
Taking place in person at the beautiful Wyndham Bonnett Creek Resort in Orlando, FL, we are planning exciting networking events including an evening at Epcot Center with exclusive fireworks viewing.
Registration will be opening soon and training spots will be limited. Visit www.amtechsoftware.com for more information or contact trowland@amtechsoftware.com to learn more.
Peak Rock Capital has struck the first deal of a new $2 billion private-equity fund with the acquisition of a software maker focused on the manufacturing sector.
Fort Washington, Pa.- based Amtech LLC and New Futura Services LLC, collectively known as Amtech Software, provide enterprise resource planning software and technology services that help packaging companies and other manufacturers manage their businesses by integrating different parts of their operations. The company’s products are used by 245 customers and more than 750 manufacturing plants. Its tailored solutions enable manufactures to remain competitive in a fast-evolving industry, while also achieving operational excellence in areas including plant management, production planning, supply chain, sales and customer service. Amtech’s offerings provide a compelling value proposition to the full spectrum of manufacturers.
Cosmo DeNicola, founder and CEO of Amtech, commented, “Over the past 40 years, the Amtech team and I have built and refined a differentiated software solution to optimize our customers’ manufacturing operations. Our team is proud of the success it has achieved to date and believes that Peak Rock is the ideal partner for our business as we undertake the next stage of growth. I am thrilled to continue as a shareholder in the Company and in my role as CEO.”
Pete Leibman, Managing Director of Peak Rock, said, “Amtech represents an exciting opportunity to invest in a well-established software platform with a track record of providing significant value to its customers. This investment highlights Peak Rock’s continued commitment to investing in technology businesses that are leaders in their categories and that are well-positioned for further revenue growth. We look forward to working with the Company's management team to enhance the business and build on the legacy of the DeNicola family. We are confident that Amtech is an excellent platform for expansion, through continued investments in new product development and strategic add-on acquisitions.”
Anthony DiSimone, Chief Executive Officer of Peak Rock, added, “This transaction further exemplifies Peak Rock’s technology investing strategy, which focuses on growing founder and family-owned businesses in the software and technology sector. We continue to seek technology platforms and acquisitions that we believe would benefit from our ability to drive rapid growth and performance improvement.”
DC Advisory served as exclusive financial advisor to Peak Rock on this transaction.
ABOUT AMTECH SOFTWARE
Founded in 1981, Amtech Software is a leading provider of manufacturing ERP software and technology solutions to the packaging and other manufacturing industries. Amtech’s fully integrated product suite of modules, multilingual and enterprise solutions provide a compelling value proposition to the full spectrum of manufacturers. Its software solutions serve over 245 customers at over 750 manufacturing plants in North America, Europe and Latin America. The company is headquartered in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania.
ABOUT PEAK ROCK CAPITAL
Peak Rock Capital is a leading middle-market private investment firm that makes equity and debt investments in companies in North America and Europe. Peak Rock’s equity investment platform focuses on opportunities where it can support senior management to drive rapid growth and performance improvement, with expertise in corporate carve-outs and partnering with families and founders seeking first-time institutional capital. Peak Rock’s credit platform invests across capital structures, with a broad mandate to provide flexible, tailored capital solutions to middle-market and growth-oriented businesses. Peak Rock’s real estate platform makes equity and debt investments in small to mid-sized real estate assets in attractive, growing geographies. For further information about Peak Rock Capital, please visit www.peakrockcapital.com