Achernar of Argentina joins SATO America.
SATO (www.sato.co.jp/english),
a pioneer in the Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) industry
and a leader in barcode printing, labeling, and EPC/RFID solutions, announces
that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Achernar of Argentina, a
privately held corporation based in Buenos Aires, Argentina and one of the
region’s most renowned providers of adhesive labeling solutions.
By its industry diversification and abilities to quickly
respond to changes in market demands, Achernar provides specialty labels for
the food, fruit, cosmetics, pharmaceutical, electronic, lubricant, and postal
service industries. As an industry leading supplier to the region’s most
renowned brands in its market, Achernar manufactures a wide range of labels
including prime, promotional, variable information, security, and high
durability label solutions.
“The acquisition of Achernar further illustrates our
ongoing commitment to the South Cone region of South America with best in breed
for labeling and identification solutions,” says Bob Linse, president of SATO
America. “Our acquisition of NODOS in 2010 and now Achernar strengthens our
business model of DCS and Labeling in the region. We are extremely pleased with
this acquisition and welcome Achernar to the SATO team.”
“Achernar will assuredly continue to thrive after its
acquisition by SATO as both corporations share a cultural and strategic
fit. With this action we heighten our
abilities and growth opportunities across the region, and by harnessing the
passion and dedication of our employees, we build upon the trust and confidence
our customers have entrusted to us,” says Maria Olcese, General Manager of
Achernar.
