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Bleienbach, Switzerland — The Daetwyler Group, headquartered in Bleienbach, Switzerland, has acquired Cheshire Anilox Technology Ltd., expanding its anilox manufacturing capabilities and strengthening its presence in North America.
Daetwyler is widely recognized as a global leader in the manufacture of doctor blades and pressroom solutions for the printing industry. The acquisition of Cheshire Anilox Technology reinforces Daetwyler’s long-standing commitment to precision engineering, performance, and system-level pressroom optimization.
Founded in 1992 and based in Manchester, United Kingdom, Cheshire Anilox Technology Ltd. has built a strong reputation for manufacturing high-quality, laser-engraved ceramic anilox rolls. Cheshire serves a broad range of print markets, including flexible packaging, corrugated board, labels, envelopes, can coating, and offset printing.
The integration of Cheshire Anilox Technology into the Daetwyler Group enhances the value delivered to customers by combining complementary engineering expertise with hands-on pressroom experience. Customers will benefit from:
- A broader range of anilox and engraving options to meet evolving print demands
- Expanded technical support resources focused on troubleshooting, optimization, and measurable performance improvements
- Deeper pressroom expertise emphasizing print quality, repeatability, and reduced downtime
- System-level innovation that integrates doctor blades, end seals, and anilox rolls to optimize overall pressroom performance
“As printers continue to face increasing performance and efficiency demands, our focus is on delivering solutions that work reliably in real production environments,” said Marty Cansler, Managing Director, Sales and Technical Support, Daetwyler North America. “By bringing Cheshire’s anilox engineering expertise into the Daetwyler Group, we’re strengthening our ability to support customers with integrated, application-driven solutions that improve consistency, uptime, and overall pressroom performance.”
North American Manufacturing Expansion
In January 2026, Daetwyler began replicating the knowledge, processes, and production capabilities of Cheshire’s UK operation in North America. This initiative includes the establishment of an anilox manufacturing facility within Daetwyler’s North American headquarters in Huntersville, North Carolina.
By bringing Cheshire’s proven anilox technology and expertise closer to U.S. customers, Daetwyler is strengthening its ability to deliver responsive support, consistent quality, and locally available manufacturing solutions.