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MILFORD, Pa. — Econo-Pak, a contract food packaging and manufacturing company, announced the expansion of its Milford, Pa., facility. The project includes a 125,000-square-foot addition to the existing 200,000-square-foot facility. This expansion will enable Econo-Pak to increase its capacity, support new projects and meet the growing demand for high-volume contract food packaging services.
The additional space will house food packaging automation, upgraded production lines and expanded storage capacity, ensuring faster turnaround times and even greater efficiency for clients, said the company.
Since its founding in 1981, Econo-Pak has been a partner for high-volume dry food co-packing, re-packing and co-manufacturing services. Family-owned and operated, the company takes pride in delivering tailored solutions to medium- and large-sized food businesses. Econo-Pak holds SQF Level 3, FDA, USDA Organic, Kosher, and Gluten-Free certifications.
The global contract packaging market is undergoing unprecedented growth, valued at approximately $72.59 billion in 2021, with an anticipated CAGR of 11.35% through 2030 (Straits Research). This facility expansion strategically positions Econo-Pak to support the escalating needs of both current and future clients in this dynamic industry, the company said.
"This expansion reflects our dedication to providing top-tier services to our clients," said PJ Wiebel, third-generation CEO of Econo-Pak. "By increasing our facility's capacity, we're not only ready to take on exciting new projects but also to continue delivering exceptional results for our longstanding partners in the food industry. It's a significant step forward for our company, our team and our clients."
The expansion project is expected to create new job opportunities within the Milford area, further strengthening Econo-Pak's ties to the local community. With a growing workforce, Econo-Pak said it remains committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence.
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