Ambrose Packaging

What Ambrose Packaging does

Ambrose Packaging (legal entity Ambrose Companies, LLC; Olathe, KS) is a third-generation, family-owned industrial systems integrator serving North American manufacturers since 1977 (originally as Ambrose Sales; packaging operations launched in 1986). The company combines equipment sourcing, custom engineering, robotic integration, installation, and 24/7 lifecycle service into turnkey packaging and material-handling lines for verticals including food & beverage, pharmaceuticals & life sciences, personal care, automotive additives, feed & seed, general manufacturing, and electronics/semiconductor.

The technical stack centers on 3D CAD-based facility and line design (AutoCAD/SolidWorks), FANUC robotics with proprietary end-of-arm tooling, and a proprietary APS-25 robotic palletizer. In 2023 the company opened an Internal Acceptance Testing (IAT) facility in Olathe to validate systems against actual customer product prior to shipment. The 1998 acquisition of Excellart added custom aluminum extrusions, precision metal packaging components, tin-plated aluminum bus bars, and aluminum sign-frame kits, giving the firm a non-packaging metal-products revenue stream that targets power infrastructure, EV/renewable, and signage end markets.

Commercially, Ambrose operates an enterprise field-sales model anchored on on-site assessments, project-based custom quotes, and multi-month integration lifecycles (4–16 months), augmented by inside-sales response channels and a direct distribution model (no resellers identified). Revenue is generated across three streams: hardware sales (new and used equipment plus a 75,000-SKU parts and supplies catalog with same-day shipping), professional/turnkey integration services (engineering, installation, commissioning, training, ongoing 24/7 support), and precision metal products via the Excellart subsidiary. The customer base is enterprise-grade and includes Exxon, General Mills, Clorox, Hallmark, Hostess, Church & Dwight, Mars, Tyson, Merck, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Elanco, Huvepharma, BG Products, Omaha Steaks, Kubota, Milbank Manufacturing, Inficon, and SPX Cooling Technologies.

Name

Ambrose Packaging

Legal name

Ambrose Companies, LLC

Website

https://ambrosepackaging.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1977

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Ambrose Packaging is a family-owned, third-generation industrial systems integrator based in Olathe, KS, that designs, sources, and commissions turnkey packaging, robotic palletizing, and material-handling automation lines for enterprise manufacturers across food & beverage, pharma, personal care, automotive, and semiconductor end markets, supported by a 75,000-SKU parts catalog and 24/7 lifecycle service.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Olathe

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales: Ambrose sources and sells new and used packaging, material handling, and automation equipment from a selection of trusted manufacturers. Equipment categories include handling & conveying, labeling & coding, primary packaging, process equipment & controls, robotics, and secondary packaging.
2. Turnkey System Integration: Full-system integrator delivering end-to-end solutions including bulk solids handling and filling, liquid filling and dosing, end-of-line material handling, palletizing and depalletizing, robotic applications, and modular structures and cleanrooms. Revenue is generated through project-based engineering, design, installation, and commissioning services.
3. Parts & Supplies: Sale of OEM parts and aftermarket consumables from a catalog of 75,000+ packaging products including stretch film, shrink film, tape, strapping, hot melt adhesives, cone thread, and ink. Replacement and spare parts cover packaging equipment, labeling systems, material handling, automation and robotics, and legacy systems.
4. Engineering Services: Professional engineering services including equipment sourcing evaluation, 3D modeling, facility design and layout, installation, testing, training, and ongoing optimization and support.
5. Custom Metal Solutions: Precision metal products including tin-plated aluminum bus bars, custom aluminum extrusions, metal packaging components, and lead products. Includes Excellart aluminum sign frame kits.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ambrose Packaging is a system integrator that sources and resells packaging, material handling, and robotics equipment, designs and commissions turnkey packaging lines (bulk solids handling, liquid filling, palletizing, modular cleanrooms), and provides aftermarket parts (75,000+ SKUs), engineering services, 24/7 field service, and custom metal products (aluminum extrusions, bus bars, sign frames) via its Excellart subsidiary. It serves enterprise manufacturers in food & beverage, pharma, personal care, feed & seed, automotive additives, and general manufacturing.

Product overview

Ambrose Packaging offers a comprehensive portfolio of turnkey solutions, equipment, parts, supplies, and metal products for the packaging and automation industry. The core offerings include six turnkey solution categories (Bulk Solids Handling & Filling, End-of-Line Material Handling, Liquid Filling & Dosing, Modular Structures & Cleanrooms, Palletizing & Depalletizing, and Robotic Applications) complemented by six equipment categories (Handling & Conveying, Labeling & Coding, Primary Packaging, Process Equipment & Controls, Robotics, and Secondary Packaging). The company also offers its proprietary APS-25 Robotic Palletizer, an extensive parts and supplies inventory (75,000+ products), custom metal solutions including tin-plated aluminum bus bars, custom extrusions, and metal packaging components through its Excellart subsidiary, and professional engineering services including 3D modeling, facility design, and equipment sourcing. Service offerings encompass 24/7 technical support, installation, training, preventative maintenance, repairs, and remote diagnostics.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• APS-25 Robotic Palletizer Proprietary compact-design robotic palletizer from the Ambrose Solutions line, engineered for maximum throughput in packaging and material handling operations. Targeted at enterprise manufacturers needing robotic palletizing cells.
• Bulk Solids Handling & Filling Turnkey Solutions Turnkey integrated systems that optimize bulk solids processes including filling and material handling for feed, seed, and granular product manufacturers. Targeted at operations needing dust control and high-accuracy weighing.
• End-of-Line Material Handling Turnkey Solutions Automation solutions for product handling and material transfer at the end of production lines, integrating conveyance, accumulation, and downstream equipment. Targeted at manufacturers reducing manual handling of finished goods.
• Liquid Filling & Dosing Turnkey Solutions Turnkey container, drum, or tote filling and dosing solutions for varied viscosities and product types. Targeted at jan-san, chemical, and food & beverage manufacturers needing high-speed liquid filling lines.
• Modular Structures & Cleanrooms Turnkey Solutions Rapidly deployable modular rooms and cleanroom environments, including ISO-7 cleanrooms, for pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and life sciences manufacturers needing compliant spaces with minimal production downtime.
• Palletizing & Depalletizing Turnkey Solutions Reliable robotic and automated palletizing and depalletizing systems for load handling. Targeted at manufacturers needing to automate heavy manual lifts and improve throughput consistency.
• Robotic Applications Turnkey Solutions Flexible robotic automation integration for various manufacturing and packaging operations, leveraging FANUC robotics and custom end-of-arm tooling. Targeted at manufacturers automating case packing, palletizing, and other repetitive handling tasks.
• OEM & Replacement Parts Extensive inventory of OEM and aftermarket parts including seal bars, sensors, actuators, servo motors, control modules, and end-of-arm tooling for packaging, labeling, material handling, automation, and robotics equipment, with same-day shipping on in-stock items.
• Packaging Supplies Over 75,000 packaging consumables including stretch film, shrink film, tape, strapping, hot melt adhesives, cone thread, and ink sourced from trusted industry suppliers.
• Tin-Plated Aluminum Bus Bars High-performance tin-plated aluminum bus bars designed for strength, conductivity, and long-term reliability in power infrastructure including switchgear, PDUs, renewable energy, EV infrastructure, and industrial control systems.
• Custom Aluminum Extrusions Precision-engineered custom aluminum extrusion profiles tailored to exact specifications for structural, decorative, and industrial applications.
• Metal Packaging Components Precision metal packaging components designed to safeguard equipment, electronics, and materials during transit for industrial, medical, military, and retail applications.
• Lead Products Premium lead components for roofing, waterproofing, radiation shielding, casting, counterweights, and utility applications built for harsh environments.
• Excellart Aluminum Sign Frame Kits Standard and custom aluminum sign frame extrusions and signage systems including indoor/outdoor kits, custom kerf-cutting, anodizing, powder coating, and rigid/flex face systems under the acquired Excellart brand.
• Engineering Services Professional engineering services including equipment sourcing evaluation, 3D modeling, facility design and layout using CAD software (AutoCAD / SolidWorks), and system integration for packaging lines. Targeted at manufacturers planning new or upgraded packaging lines.
• Field Service & 24/7 Support 24/7 technical support including on-site installation, operator training, preventative maintenance programs, repairs, remote support, and lifecycle management for installed packaging and material handling equipment.

Quantifiable outcome

• Automated bagging system achieves 12 bags/min at ±160-seed accuracy for 80K-seed bags ($300/bag product)
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers34 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Excellart (Acquisition)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1998Acquired in 1998, Excellart brought over 50 years of experience in aluminum sign frame extrusions and custom signage systems, significantly expanding Ambrose's aluminum profile capabilities and entering the sign industry. Excellart's operations were consolidated into the Olathe headquarters in 2016.
• Automated Packaging SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationAmbrose represents and integrates Automated Packaging Systems equipment as part of its packaging and automation portfolio.
• FANUCcoreTechnology or IntegrationFANUC robotics are a primary robotics platform integrated into Ambrose's robotic palletizing and automation solutions. FANUC experience (especially palletizing applications) is listed as a preferred qualification for Ambrose engineering roles.
• LantechcoreTechnology or IntegrationAmbrose integrates Lantech equipment (case tapers, stretch wrappers) as part of its material handling and end-of-line solutions.
• SignodecoreTechnology or IntegrationSignode strapping and packaging equipment is represented and integrated by Ambrose as part of its secondary packaging and materials handling offerings.
• Hamer-FischbeincoreTechnology or IntegrationHamer-Fischbein bagging and packaging equipment is represented and integrated as part of Ambrose's bulk solids handling and bagging solutions.
• ExcellartcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerExcellart is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Ambrose (acquired 1998), specializing in aluminum sign frame extrusions and custom signage systems. Excellart's operations were consolidated into the Olathe headquarters in 2016. The partnership enables Ambrose to offer a broader range of engineered aluminum solutions under one roof, including custom aluminum extrusions, aluminum sign frame kits, and precision metal solutions.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ProMach: ProMach is a major US packaging machinery and integration company offering end-of-line solutions, robotics, and integrated systems across F&B, pharma, and consumer goods. It is a much larger incumbent competing with Ambrose for enterprise packaging integration contracts.

Direct peers

• Fallas Automation: Fallas Automation is a robotic palletizing and end-of-line packaging system integrator serving similar mid-market and enterprise manufacturers. It directly competes with Ambrose on robotic palletizing cells, conveying, and full-line integration projects.
• Motion Controls Robotics: Motion Controls Robotics is a FANUC-focused system integrator specializing in robotic palletizing, case packing, and material handling—directly overlapping Ambrose's FANUC-based robotic integration capabilities and target customer base.
• Quest Industrial: Quest Industrial designs and builds robotic palletizing cells and packaging automation systems, including custom EOAT. It competes directly with Ambrose's APS-25 and custom EOAT offerings in the robotic palletizing space.
• Brenton Engineering: Brenton Engineering (a ProMach company) provides end-of-line packaging integration including case packing, palletizing, and material handling. It is a directly comparable integrator for the same enterprise customers Ambrose targets.
• ESS Technologies: ESS Technologies is a packaging machinery integrator specializing in cartoning, case packing, and robotic integration for pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and consumer goods—directly competing with Ambrose in similar regulated and consumer verticals.
• Delkor Systems: Delkor Systems designs and manufactures case packing and packaging automation equipment with integration services. Comparable in product category and target customer segments to Ambrose's secondary packaging and case-packing offerings.
• BluePrint Automation: BluePrint Automation is a packaging machinery integrator serving food and consumer goods manufacturers with robotic and case-packing solutions. It competes with Ambrose in similar mid-market integration projects.
• Douglas Machine: Douglas Machine manufactures and integrates secondary packaging equipment, including case packing and shrink wrapping. Comparable as both equipment manufacturer and integrator in secondary packaging lines.
• Mpac Group: Mpac Group is a global packaging automation company offering integrated line solutions, robotics, and aftermarket services. Comparable to Ambrose as a full-line integrator with similar aftermarket/service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks3 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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