For over 30 years, SMI has led the global market in end-of-line packaging machinery, renowned for innovation, quality, and customer support.
For over three decades, SMI has held a dominant position in the global market for end-of-line packaging machinery. Renowned for producing high-performance shrink wrappers, American-style & wrap-around carton packers and customised multipack and combination packaging machinery. SMI’s commitment to innovation and quality sets them apart from their competitors. Based in San Pellegrino, Italy, SMI is a family-owned business with a strong focus on long-term customer relationships. With over 7,000 machines installed globally through SMI and SMIPACK, they have earned the trust of some of the world’s largest companies in industries like food and beverage, home care, personal care, chemicals, and lube oil.
A key advantage SMI offers is the vertical integration of its manufacturing process. Unlike many competitors, SMI produces all of its own mechanical parts, components, and electronics. This approach ensures several benefits for customers, including reduced lead times, cost savings, and a guarantee that their machinery will not become obsolete. Even machines installed decades ago can be kept running efficiently, as SMI continues to manufacture parts and provide upgrades for older models. This level of support ensures businesses can rely on their SMI machines for many years without the fear of redundancy or dependence on costly third-party parts. A great example of this long-term reliability is a packer recently replaced by Caltech Agencies that had been installed in 1995 and was still operational.
Trusted machinery partner
Caltech Agencies, also a family-owned business, has been a proud partner and agent for SMI in Sub-Saharan Africa since 1995. With over 200 SMI machines installed across the region, Caltech’s extensive experience with SMI machinery positions them as a leading authority on the brand’s reliability and performance. Caltech is renowned not only for selling state-of-the-art equipment but also for their exceptional after-sales service. The relationships they have built with their clients are long-standing and built on trust. At Caltech, we believe in fostering partnerships that help our clients grow, while providing support along every step of the journey.
SMI machines are also known for their excellent resale value, a testament to their durability and global demand. This strong market appeal is backed by the fact that SMI does not rely on third-party manufacturers for key parts, such as the HMI. By making all components in-house, SMI significantly reduces the long lead times often associated with third-party suppliers. This means customers can expect faster delivery times when compared to other packaging machinery manufacturers. In industries where efficiency is crucial, this short lead time is a significant advantage.
Efficient packaging solutions
SMIPACK, a prominent division within the SMI Group, dominates the packaging segment for lines producing up to 25 packs per minute (ppm). Known for their competitive pricing and short lead times, SMIPACK offers a broad range of machinery, including shrink wrappers, bundlers, case packers, and L-sealers, tailored to meet the diverse needs of various industries. Their quick turnaround and affordability make them an excellent choice for businesses seeking efficiency without compromising on quality.
SMI also offers a wide range of palletizing solutions, designed to meet the varying needs of different industries. Their offering includes cartesian, traditional, and compact palletizers, with capacities ranging from 35 to 100 packs per minute (ppm). These machines are engineered for precision and flexibility, handling a variety of packaging formats to streamline end-of-line operations. Complementing the palletizers is SMI’s extensive line of conveyors for bottles, cartons, and pallets, ensuring smooth and efficient product flow from start to finish. This complete system approach makes SMI the preferred choice for companies seeking integrated packaging and logistics solutions.
SMI’s commitment to quality, innovation, and customer support, alongside Caltech Agencies’ dedication to honest business practices and fostering partnerships, has made them the top choice for businesses looking for reliable and efficient packaging solutions. With the global footprint of SMI machines installed worldwide, companies can rest assured that their investment in SMI machinery is a long-term commitment to quality and performance.
Whether you’re a start-up or an established business, partnering with Caltech and SMI guarantees that you’re investing in more than just packaging machinery; you’re investing in a legacy of excellence and support that will help your business thrive for years to come.
