Heaford strengthens position in the USA

Packaging Solutions

Flexo pre-press solutions specialist Heaford has confirmed Danny Scales as its new sales manager for the USA.

Danny brings more than two decades of industry experience to the role. He has advanced operational and technical knowledge from time at spent at HP and Bobst, as well as converters Crowson Stone Printing and Artistic Carton Company. These experiences directly benefit Heaford and its flexo mounting and proofing customers.

He said, ‘Heaford’s commitment to high quality and simple automation allows companies to streamline critical parts of the flexo print process and optimise pre-press activities. As printers maximise equipment use, they unlock hidden potential within their businesses. As well as adding all important revenue generating capacity, this tackles the big challenges of today and tomorrow.’

Danny is representing Heaford US through its collaboration with Flexo Wash US.

Flexo Wash US president Patrick Potter said: ‘Our companies are trusted names throughout North America. Flexo Wash and Heaford share a similar commitment to excellence and efficiency, and have many mutual customers.

‘Our updated partnership offers a unique opportunity to deliver more complete solutions to printers, focused on growth, performance, and serving brand owners at a higher level.’

Heaford has been active in the US market for more than 40 years. Gregg Gayle has been supporting the company in the US through his company US Flexo Solutions since 2018. Gregg and US Flexo Solutions will continue to support Heaford US during the handover period with Danny.

David Muncaster, managing director at Heaford, said: ‘We are extremely grateful for the commitment and passion Gregg has demonstrated over the last eight years. He has worked tirelessly to strengthen our position and established long lasting relationships with customers that we will continue to benefit from far into the future.

‘We are thrilled to have Danny join the business and take up the mantle of raising Heaford’s support in the US to even greater heights. His experience will prove invaluable to printers as they strive to drive greater efficiency into their businesses and maximise their revenue generating potential.’