For Immediate Release – JuLY 12, 2023
HUNKAR Technologies, INC. Acquires Carlin Automation, Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio July 12, 2023, Hunkar Technologies Inc. announced today that its Rixan Automation, LLC subsidiary has acquired Carlin Automation, Inc. Carlin Automation, based in Rock Island, Illinois, is a leading automation product distributor of Industrial Thermal Products including Instrumentation, Heating Components and Temperature Sensor Technology. In addition, Carlin Automation is ISO/IEC 17025 accredited to provide expansive thermal Calibration Services as well as Precision Instrument Systems Testing and Repair.
Rixan Automation has a rich history of innovation and excellence in Robotic Integration, Automation Systems, Warehouse Logistics, Packaging Solutions, Vision Systems, Controls and Custom Production/HMI Systems. Hunkar Technologies, founded in 1962, is a privately held, rapidly growing, diversified automation company with businesses in Robotic Automation, High Speed Label Application, Machine Vision, Packaging/Material Handling, Data and Barcode Product Tracking, Machine Controls, and Automated EPS Cutting, Forming and Recycling Systems.
Eric Thiemann, CEO of Hunkar Technologies stated- “Carlin Automation will be a wonderful addition to Rixan Automation and Hunkar Technologies. Clients of Carlin will enjoy the same outstanding service and support they have grown to expect since both Pat Carlin as President and Tim Carlin as Vice President and the entire team at Carlin are remaining with the Company. Current Carlin Automation
clients should benefit from new services to be provided by Carlin including Automated System Integration, System Design, Installation, Control System Upgrades, Programming, Robot Repairs, and Manufacturing Equipment Field Support.”
Pat Carlin, President of Carlin Automation stated- “We are excited to be joining with Rixan Automation and Hunkar Technologies. By combining our business with Hunkar and its Rixan Automation subsidiary, our clients may now benefit from enhanced services that will help them become even more efficient and profitable but without sacrificing the hands on knowledgeable service they have come to expect and appreciate.”
For more in formation please contact
Mr. Pat Carlin, Carlin Automation patrick.carlin@carlinautomation.com or 1-309-788-1275 and Mr. Doug Rice, Rixan Automation
drice@rixan.com or 1-937-438-3005.
For Immediate Release – August 25, 2017
Hunkar Technologies, Inc. Acquires Rixan Associates, Inc.
Cincinnati, Ohio, August 25, 2017 Hunkar Technologies, Inc. announced today that it has acquired Rixan Associates, Inc., a leading full-service integrator and reseller of robotic automation systems based in Dayton, Ohio.
Established in 1959, Rixan has a long history of innovation and excellence in robotics, vision systems and the development of user interfaces. Rixan team members are industry experts in developing automation solutions that deliver a high level of return on investment in even the most complex environments.
Hunkar Technologies, Inc., founded in 1962, is a privately-held, rapidly-growing automated machinery manufacturer, reseller and service provider that is focused on helping manufacturers and distributors continually improve their quality, plant safety, throughput, profitability and global competitiveness.
“Adding Rixan to our corporate portfolio will expand our robotic automation capabilities and expertise,” said Eric Thiemann, president of Hunkar Technologies, Inc. “Rixan’s team of talented professionals will ensure that every Rixan client can expect the same terrific service and support moving forward that they have enjoyed in the past. They will also benefit from the expanded product lines and related support services that Rixan will now be able to provide.”
Rixan President Doug Rice said, “Our clients will benefit from the diverse and comprehensive product resources and automation market knowledge Hunkar possesses. They will continue to work with the same people here at Rixan that they have grown to know, and will have access to additional resources to help become even more productive and competitive.”
For more information, please contact Mr. Doug Rice at 937-438-3005, drice@rixan.com.
About Rixan Associates: Rixan Associates is a full-service automation company, specializing in the engineering, integration, repair and service of robotic systems. Rixan is an authorized distributor and integrator of Denso, Mitsubishi and Fanuc robots, and is an authorized Denso and Mitsubishi repair facility.
About Hunkar Technologies, Inc.: Hunkar Technologies is a privately-held automation machinery solution and data tracking management system manufacturer, integrator and reseller of: robotic automation systems, automated packaging and EPS shaping & recycling machinery; label application systems; barcode scanning and printing systems, vision inspection, label printing and I.D. tag lamination; warehouse inventory and asset tracking systems; machine controls and sensors.
