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<< Back Algus Packaging re-defines total fulfillment   DeKalb , Ill. - Art Gustafson, the industry pioneer who founded Alloyd in 1961, and Algus Packaging in 1995, has brought yet another innovation to the packaging world. Art has always believed in creating the right equipment for the right customer, and that belief led to the release of the new EASYLoadR™ infeed system. This ergonomic, high-output machine was sketched out during a sales call in response to a particular customer problem.   Close attention to the evolving needs of the customer is foundation upon Algus Packaging is built. Algus employs a full staff of highly trained engineers to meet every customer's needs to an exacting standard. Whether in prototyping, tooling or packaging, Algus will get the job done right.   Design Creating the perfect package is critical to business. Algus is one of few suppliers that offer a full team of package design, automation and seal-tooling engineers, as well as contract packaging consultants. They work with customer marketing and design staffs to design a package that will get the product noticed.   Thermoforming Algus custom-built thermoforming machines are designed by the man who revolutionized the industry, Art Gustafson. They ensure that each blister, clamshell and tray meets the stric test standards. On-site engineers and technical support assure uninterrupted operation and precision packages. Machinery Algus features the all new EASYLoadR™ infeed system along with a full line of rotary, carousel and in-line seal machines, incorporating Heat, RF (radio frequency) and Ultrasound sealing technologies, as well as a full staff of skilled technicians in its machine room, to ensure every set of tooling will give repeatable production efficiency at high output rates.   Assembly Algus concentrates on packaging design and assembly efficiency so the customer can concentrate on the product. Algus employs experienced production and quality control staff to constantly oversee and inspect production output. Each job is given a specific written packaging standard to assure repeatable results. Every person at Algus works to achieve one common goal, complete customer satisfaction.   Contract Packaging The key objective of contract packaging is to drastically cut the customers logistic cost and supply chain time. Algus ' Supply Chain Solutions aim to remove days from the supply chain through innovative services. Algus has the flexibility and scalability necessary to improve packaging logistics. Algus has the experience and capacity to manage any type of assembly job, whether a one-of-a-kind order, or a long-term contract. They specialize in assembling projects that require a high degree of accuracy and security. Using precision Algus machines, assemblers can package product and have it ready to ship, while meeting any budget and quality standards.   Total Fulfillment From concept to production and product packaging, Algus is the total fulfillment company. Whether the customers' packaging needs are for fully automated equipment, thermoformed items, or total product packaging they can be met in Algus ' 230,000 sq. ft. DeKalb, Illinois facility. What makes Algus Packaging unique is more than the ability to produce high quality machinery, or the ability to package product. From designing custom package to building the machine, producing custom tooling, thermoforming and assembling product for delivery to the store, Algus does it all.