Applied Automation expands machine building business following liquidation of CME Automation Systems

South West based Applied Automation (UK) Ltd, have expanded their machine building business following the acquisition of the brand and assets of CME Automation Systems following its liquidation.

David Rowe, Applied Automation’s Managing Director, commented on the deal, “It’s always sad to see a business that’s been trading for over 40 years end up in administration and it’s even sadder when they are based, like ourselves, in the South West of England. However, we’re very much looking forward to working with CME customers in the future and we believe that by running the business as an entity within our existing Engineering Division it will provide us with some exciting new possibilities.”

CME will continue to use their existing logo as, Applied Automation – CME Solutions, and will join Engineering Solutions, Build to Print and Marine Solutions Divisions at Applied’s major manufacturing facility in Plymouth.

“We see this acquisition as an opportunity to increase our sales in the FMCG packaging sector and to expand our services to existing CME markets in both North America and Europe,” Rowe continued. To ensure the smooth transition of the business several key members of the CME team have now taken up positions at Applied.