Caljan Rite-Hite acquires LogComp
Firmly positioned as the leading manufacturer of safe logistic solutions for loading and unloading loose-loaded goods, Caljan Rite-Hite is now growing the business. From 1st January 2008, LogComp GmbH in Hildesheim and Steinhagen, Germany will be an integral part of the Caljan Rite-Hite Group. This acquisition means that Caljan Rite-Hite’s comprehensive programme of telescopic conveyors and parcel registration units will be extended to include belt curves and labelling systems.

Highly-experienced Team
Established in June 2005, LogComp is a relative newcommer to the logistics branch. However, key personnel have accumulated more than 75 years experience with belt curves and labelling. Uwe B. Schöning, President of LogComp GmbH, is pleased with the development »Caljan Rite-Hite focuses on providing their customers with safe logistic solutions that add value to their businesses. This strategy harmonizes totally with our next step, based on the solid platform that LogComp has established with an extensive series of successful installations. The management team at LogComp want to expand considerably. In order to realise this, we need a financially strong partner with a prime international position, who is capable of producing and handling all major projects. We are certain that becoming part of the Caljan Rite-Hite organisation is the best possible way to accomplish this.«

Business as usual
Henrik Olesen, Group President of Caljan Rite-Hite notes that the company’s main concern at present is to ensure that Caljan Rite-Hite and LogComp customers are not adversely affected by the structural changes. »Initially, business will continue as usual, ensuring that current projects are handled effectively and without delay. During 2008 we will amalgamate in full, incorporating LogComp’s know-how into our organisation and combining our production facilities. Our objective is to improve safety, security and productivity for our customers. A key factor here is providing quality components. The curves manufactured by LogComp have a unique, modular design that matches our product line.«

Caljan CurveTrack
The belt curve line of products has been christened Caljan CurveTrack. This range is dedicated to moving unit loads through a curve to the next conveyor unit and is ideal for applications such as baggage handling in airports, sorting in express parcel services, distribution centres or mail order houses.

LogComp Labelling systems
LogComp’s labelling activities will continue under the management of Karl W. Froehler. Complete print-and-apply systems, Including control and data technology, are designed, engineered and manufactured in Steinhagen. Standard components are customized to suit the customer’s particular application.