Backer Marathon, Inc. designs, manufactures and stocks industrial-grade heating elements and temperature sensors. We believe in hard work, creative engineering and excellent customer service. Whether you need one piece or one thousand, Backer Marathon is committed to providing you with exactly what you need when you need it. Marathon Heater, Inc. began in 1996 with three employees and one product, cartridge heaters. Our commitment to customer service and engineering brought rapid growth. In 2002, we were selected by Inc. Magazine as one of the 500 fastest growing privately held companies in the United States. We now manufacture ten different types of heating elements (Cartridge heaters, Silicone Rubber Heaters, Starflex Band Heaters, Mica Band Heaters, Ceramic Band Heaters, Mica Strip Heaters, Ceramic Strip Heaters, Coil Heaters, Air Heater and Square Cartridge heater), thermocouples, mineral insulated thermocouples, and RTDs. In April 2015, Marathon Heater, Inc. was consolidated into NIBE, an international heating technology company based out of Sweden. Marathon continues to run our operations and provide service for our customers under the name Backer Marathon, Inc. Through the NIBE acquisition, Backer Marathon joined Backer-Springfield and Backer & Alpe to make up the Backer North America Group. The combined business divisions employ approximately 2,200 people with headquarters in Texas, Tennessee and Mexico. With over 100 years of experience in heating component technologies, the Backer Group strives to form a partnership with customers to resolve all heating challenges and new product development needs through engineer design, testing, and value-added capabilities. Backer North America is a division of the public Swedish company NIBE AB, which is one of the largest electric heating solution providers in the world. With approximately USD $1.5 billion in sales, 9,000 employees and 70 companies across four continents, NIBE has been growing and expanding steadily to become the global leader in heating technology since 1952. Backer Marathon is poised to continue to grow, innovate and lead the industry with unparalleled engineering and customer service. | Backer Marathon is a U.S.-based manufacturer of engineered industrial heating solutions, specializing in electric heaters and temperature sensors for demanding process applications. With decades of experience and the backing of the global Backer Group, we support OEMs, processors, and system integrators across the plastics industry with reliable, application-specific thermal solutions. For plastics processing, Backer Marathon designs and manufactures a broad portfolio of heaters commonly used in injection molding, extrusion, blow molding, thermoforming, and auxiliary equipment. Our product range includes band heaters, cartridge heaters, strip heaters, nozzle and hot-runner support heaters, air heaters, immersion heaters, flexible heaters, and integrated sensing solutions. Each product is engineered to deliver consistent heat, long service life, and predictable performance in high-duty production environments. What sets Backer Marathon apart is our focus on engineered solutions rather than catalog-only products. We work closely with customers to optimize heater design for watt density, materials, mounting, lead configuration, temperature range, and environmental conditions. This collaborative approach helps improve process stability, reduce downtime, and support faster equipment development cycles. From rapid prototypes to long-term production programs, our engineering and manufacturing teams are built to scale with our customers’ needs. Backer Marathon supports the plastics industry with: Custom and production heaters designed for molding and extrusion equipment U.S.-based manufacturing with responsive lead times Engineering support that bridges design intent and manufacturable solutions Consistent quality backed by ISO 9001 certification Global reach through the Backer Group, supporting multinational OEMs Whether you are developing new equipment, qualifying an alternate heater supplier, or looking to expand process capability, Backer Marathon offers the technical depth, manufacturing capacity, and partnership mindset to support your goals. Visit us at Plastics Technology Expo to discuss your application, review current challenges, or explore how engineered heating solutions can improve performance, reliability, and scalability in your plastics processes.
B&B Packaging Technologies
B&B is known worldwide for the highest quality bag and pouch machines and end-of-line packaging equipment. Specialists in recyclable films, laminate, PE, poly woven WPP, quad seal, side gusset and flat bottom bags. B&B premade pouch equipment produces stand-up, plain, spouted fitment and zipper pouches at speeds up to 400 ppm. B&B’s full series of end-of-line packaging machine options offer robotic automation, align and seal, stretch packing, rotary sleeve packs, paper wrap and bag/case packing.
AmeriPak
AmeriPak specializes in tray sealers, flow wrappers, and shrink wrapping systems engineered for reliability, flexibility, and long-term value. Our equipment is built to support real production demands — from maintaining throughput and minimizing downtime to delivering consistent package quality across shifts and SKUs.Visitors to the AmeriPak booth can expect:Packaging equipment designed to support efficient, repeatable productionSolutions that help streamline and improve line performanceGuidance from experienced packaging professionals who focus on understanding your operation first, then recommending the right solutionAmeriPak works with manufacturers across food, beverage, and consumer goods markets who are looking for packaging systems that fit their process — not the other way around. Whether you are expanding capacity, upgrading aging equipment, or planning future growth, our team is focused on helping you make informed, practical decisions.Visit AmeriPak at PACK EXPO East to discuss your packaging challenges, explore equipment options, and see how the right packaging solution can support your production goals. | AmeriPak: Leaders in Quality American-Made Packaging MachineryFor over 40 years, AmeriPak has been delivering quality packaging solutions, proudly manufacturing all of our equipment in Warminster, PA. Specializing in both horizontal flow wrappers and tray sealers, AmeriPak provides versatile, high-performance machines that cater to a variety of industries.Our horizontal flow wrappers offer adaptable, easy operation for packaging fresh, frozen and prepared foods and consumer goods in various types of films with extended end crimp or bead sealing. Our tray sealers are compatible with a range of lidding films, offering unmatched flexibility with high levels of efficiency whether you are packaging produce, consumer goods, or fresh, frozen or prepared foods.This year at Pack Expo, we are excited to introduce two new products:The NEW TPC Tray Sealer, designed for efficiency and precisionThe NEW H250 Horizontal Flow Wrapper, built for optimal packaging performance.As part of the Ameriscend family of companies, AmeriPak continues to exceed customer expectations with innovative, affordable packaging machinery.
AMERISCEND
Ameriscend is the parent company of Elmark Packaging, AmeriPak, HPT Pharma, and Automotion Technologies. Together, we share a common goal: delivering high-touch customer service and a collaborative approach to solving your most complex packaging challenges—with transparency, trust, and a commitment to results.AmeriPak offers wrapping and packaging equipment for sealing prepared and fresh foods. Horizontal flow wrapper, tray sealer and shrink wrapper machines made in the USA. Our wrappers and sealers are designed for durability and flexibility to provide years of reliable operation.Elmark Packaging brings over 40 years of experience in marking, coding, and labeling, providing high-quality labels and application equipment that keep production lines running at high speed. Our expertise helps brands stand out on the shelf while ensuring packaging is accurately coded and marked for freshness, traceability, and timely delivery. | Later
American Packaging Machinery, Inc.
American Packaging Machinery custom designs and manufactures fully automatic shrink wrapping machinery and shrink bundling machinery. All equipment is custom designed for each application.
American International Electric, Inc.
American International Electric delivers dependable, high-quality polythermal and flexible packaging solutions tailored for small and mid-sized businesses. Whether you’re sealing, shrinking, or vacuum-packing, our equipment is designed to offer top-tier performance without the premium price tag.We specialize in affordable, user-friendly machinery that helps growing businesses streamline their packaging operations without sacrificing reliability. From tabletop impulse sealers to full shrink-wrap systems, we provide scalable solutions that grow with you.At the core of our business is a commitment to service—our clients are partners, not just transactions. We prioritize responsive support, fast shipping, and clear technical guidance to ensure our customers succeed long after the initial sale.Whether you’re new to packaging or expanding your line, we’re here to help you pack smarter.
American Film & Machinery
AFM is a leading provider of shrink sleeve labeling and tamper-evident packaging solutions for food, beverage, pharmaceutical, personal care, and household products. We offer a complete range of shrink sleeve applicators, heat shrink tunnels, full-body labels, tamper-evident bands, and labeling services. Our automated shrink sleeve labeling systems deliver 360-degree branding, strong shelf appeal, and reliable product protection, compatible with diverse container shapes and materials. From entry-level lines to high-speed production, AFM is your trusted source for efficient, durable packaging machinery. | American Film & Machinery (formerly NAFM, LLC – North American Film & Machinery) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of heavy-duty shrink sleeve labeling equipment, shrink tunnels, and shrink sleeve consumables. AFM’s shrink-sleeve labeling equipment includes a complete line of shrink-sleeve labelers, tamper-evident banding equipment, steam tunnels, electric tunnels, and infrared tunnels. AFM’s labelers range in performance from 50 to 600 products per minute, offering a product and price point no matter what the application demands. American Film & Machinery also offers a complete line of shrink sleeve consumables, including shrink labels, and tamper-evident bands. | American Film & Machinery (afmsleeves.com) is a leading manufacturer and supplier of heavy-duty shrink sleeve labeling equipment, shrink tunnels, and shrink sleeve consumables. AFMâs shrink sleeve labeling equipment includes a complete line of shrink sleeve labelers, tamper-evident banding equipment, steam tunnels, electric tunnels, and infrared tunnels. AFMâs labelers range in performance from 50 to 600 products per minute, offering a product and price point that meet the demands of any application.