Why BHS Corrugated Named Kadant a Preferred Supplier
BHS Corrugated presented Kadant Johnson Deutschland with a preferred supplier award, highlighting a technical collaboration that has helped advance corrugator performance for more than 30 years. More than a recognition, this acknowledgement from the leading solution provider in the corrugated industry affirms Kadant Johnson’s rotary joints and engineered components as strategic technologies enabling the next generation of high-performance corrugators.
A Technical Partnership Three Decades Strong
What began with the supply of supported rotary joints for preheater and corrugating rolls has evolved into a long-standing technical collaboration. Combined engineering initiatives have defined the relationship between the two companies, including the development of dedicated test stands, the validation of stationary syphons, and the introduction of Turbulator® Tube™ bar technology, doctor blades, and blade holders to the market. This history reflects not only confidence in Kadant’s solutions, but also the shared vision between the companies.
Reliability, Quality, and Lifecycle Value
BHS Corrugated is known worldwide for delivering advanced corrugating machinery. Corrugators from BHS Corrugated are designed to produce optimal board quality at maximum efficiency. This focus drives the company’s strategic supplier selection.
“There are other rotary union suppliers, but BHS Corrugated chose Kadant because of our in-depth experience in the corrugated and paper machinery market,” said Jörg Krischer, managing director at Kadant Johnson Deutschland. “They rely on performance, not just for installation, but through the full-service life of the equipment.”
Recognition of a Team, Not Just Technology
The award ceremony at the headquarters of BHS Corrugated was attended by procurement leaders and Christian Schneider, Chief Supply Chain Officer of BHS Corrugated. The recognition represents more than a supplier award; it is a statement of partnership and combined responsibility for future innovation.
“They told me they wanted the world to know that Kadant is one of their key partners in developing and optimizing new and existing corrugating machines,” said Krischer. “That speaks to the trust we've earned and the value our team in Germany and around the world delivers every day.”
Following the recognition, BHS Corrugated opened new channels for technical alignment, forecasting, and early-stage design collaboration. Kadant is now positioned not only as a supplier, but as a key contributor to BHS Corrugated’s innovation pipeline.
Strategic Solutions for Performance Demands
Across the globe, OEMs and corrugated packaging plants face increasing demands for reliability, efficiency, and uptime. Kadant’s technology meets those challenges with engineered systems designed for performance and longevity. For companies like BHS Corrugated, choosing Kadant is both a technical and strategic decision. OEMs expect suppliers to:
- Anticipate evolving machine requirements.
- Develop new technologies.
- Support the global installed base.
- Ensure long-term service continuity.
- Participate in co-engineered solutions.
- Align with production and aftermarket needs.
The collaboration continues with new projects underway, including the introduction of Kadant’s Corrugator Management SystemTM and new developments involving the roll systems from BHS Corrugated. While details remain confidential, the direction is clear: the next generation of corrugator innovation will again feature Kadant’s technology.
This recognition from BHS Corrugated validates more than just Kadant's technology; it reflects a shared vision for the future and a commitment to continued innovation. Kadant Johnson Deutschland is proud of this recognition and prepared for continuing the journey together.
