KHS Group strengthens bottle handling expertise with Tyrolon stake
GERMANY – KHS Group has expanded its PET and glass bottle handling capabilities by acquiring a majority share in Tyrolon-Schulnig GmbH, a family-owned company renowned for its innovative conveying systems.
This strategic partnership builds on an already successful collaboration, with Tyrolon’s technology—such as conveying stars and neck clamp systems—already integrated into KHS production lines.
The two companies aim to further develop these systems, offering enhanced efficiency, flexibility, and safety in bottle handling.
With this acquisition, Tyrolon’s expertise will be fully incorporated into KHS’s portfolio, enabling the holistic systems provider to offer comprehensive solutions from a single source.
Martin Resch, Managing Director of KHS Group, emphasized the customer benefits, “This partnership brings together two companies with a proven history of success.
“By further developing Tyrolon’s high-performance technologies, we can offer our customers significant added value in efficiency and sustainability.”
Innovative conveying systems
Founded in 1981, Tyrolon-Schulnig GmbH specializes in advanced bottle handling technologies, including Tyrolon Star, designed for gentle, efficient, and versatile bottle conveying and accommodates various container shapes and sizes and;
Universal Neck Clamp System: This low-maintenance and highly durable system offers an extended service life and superior quality.
Ludwig Schulnig, CEO and Founder of Tyrolon-Schulnig GmbH expressed confidence in the strengthened partnership, “KHS’s reliable systems perfectly complement our technologies. Together, we will optimize container handling and deliver even more effective, sustainable production solutions to our clients.”
The partnership ensures Tyrolon’s products will remain available to the broader market beyond KHS’s operations.
Both companies reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining Tyrolon’s headquarters in Hochfilzen, Austria, and supporting its workforce.
KHS’s global presence is also expected to open significant growth opportunities for Tyrolon, enhancing its market reach and innovation potential.
Recent acquisitions bolster KHS’s portfolio
In a related development, KHS and Ferrum Packaging AG announced their acquisition of H.F. Meyer Maschinenbau, effective January 1, 2025.
This move enhances the consortium’s capabilities in beverage packaging through H.F. Meyer’s expertise in can turners, rinsers, and vacuum bridges.
Despite the merger, H.F. Meyer will retain operational independence within the consortium.
Beat Bühlmann, Chairman of Ferrum Group’s Board, highlighted the acquisition’s strategic importance, “H.F. Meyer’s specialized knowledge will significantly enrich our technological offerings, solidifying our position as leaders in the beverage packaging industry.”
Together, these developments reflect KHS Group’s commitment to innovation and delivering value through partnerships that advance efficiency, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
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