05/01/2025
OFI Acquires HBM Packaging
OFI Weigh & Inspection Solutions, known as OFI, a leader in the design and manufacture of product inspection equipment, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of HBM Packaging, a renowned supplier of packaging technologies in Australia (hbm.com.au).
This strategic acquisition marks a significant expansion for OFI, enhancing its capability to offer comprehensive solutions in the packaging and inspection industry. HBM Packaging, known for its innovative and high-quality machinery offering, has been a key player, since 1981 in providing packaging equipment to various industries including food, beverage, and pharmaceuticals across Oceania.
OFI’s well-established service support will now include a new Sydney office and an additional office in Melbourne’s Eastern suburbs. This is in addition to the current offices in Australia. The acquisition of HBM Packaging will enhance our customer service capabilities, offering seamless support to existing and new customers across these regions.
Darren O’Flynn, Managing Director of OFI Weigh & Inspection Solutions, commented on the acquisition, "This is a pivotal moment for OFI as we integrate HBM Packaging into our family. This acquisition not only broadens our product offerings but also aligns with our vision to provide end-to-end solutions to our clients, ensuring product integrity and operational efficiency”
Gary Brown, Managing Director of HBM Plastics & Packaging Technologies expressed enthusiasm about the future, "The acquisition of the HBM Packaging business by OFI, represents an exciting new chapter for HBM Packaging. We are confident that this acquisition will usher in a new era of growth and innovation, benefiting our customers with enhanced service and product offerings."
About OFI Weigh & Inspection Solutions:
OFI Weigh & Inspection Solutions is at the forefront of delivering state-of-the-art product inspection equipment. Specialising in Weighing systems, Checkweighers, Metal Detectors, and X-ray inspection equipment, OFI is committed to enhancing production processes across various industries to ensure product safety and quality.
About HBM Packaging:
HBM Packaging has been a cornerstone in the packaging industry for many decades, offering a wide range of machinery solutions from its bases in Sydney and Melbourne. They have been instrumental in providing machinery that includes depositors, fillers, cappers, bottle unscramblers, and various inspection systems to the FMCG sector.
For more information, please contact:
OFI Weigh & Inspection Solutions: 1300 989 709
