PlastiVac Under New Ownership

Global Vacuum, Inc. announced the acquisition of Charlottebased Plasti-Vac, Inc. (PVI) and has simplified the company name to PlastiVac, Inc.

PVI manufactures vacuum and thermoforming equipment used to mold a broad range of plastic products, including signage, spas, point-of-purchase displays and automotive parts.

All PVI’s employees will continue working under the new management team, according to Martin Eichenberger, CEO of PVI. The newly formed company will continue to serve the company’s existing client base of small- to midsized manufacturing and signage firms. “Customer relationships are the most important asset we acquired in this business. We plan to expand our service offerings to ensure customers comprehensive support, as well as improved technology,” said Eichenberger.

Chuck Butcher, PVI’s COO/partner, and Eichenberger bring over 40 years combined experience in quality management and process improvement, as well as in equipment building and automation technology. “We believe our expertise will greatly benefit PVI’s customers by providing immediate and widespread improvements in reliability, responsiveness and follow-through,” said Eichenberger. “We’re implementing a total-management approach, partnering with customers from initial process planning, straight through installation, on-site training, ongoing troubleshooting and service programs - even assistance with material selection and sourcing for mold and plastic suppliers. Our strategy is to provide a customized turnkey solutions program for each individual customer.”

For more information, contact Martin Eichenberger, PlastiVac, Inc., P.O. Box 5543, Charlotte, NC 28229, 704-334-4728, Fax: 704-334-0251, E-mail: martine@plastivac.com, Web: www.plastivac.com.