When Brown Machine, Lyle Industries, GN Thermoforming Equipment, Freeman Company, and Nalle Automation Systems (NAS) came together as one BMG, they did more than combine respected names in thermoforming and automation. They created a single, global partner for innovative, sustainable thermoforming and packaging solutions—from first concept through lifecycle support.
One BMG: Many strengths, one partner
For decades, Brown, Lyle, GN, Freeman, and NAS have helped producers in food, medical, consumer, industrial, and horticulture markets run more efficient, reliable packaging operations.
Brown Machine brought production proven thermoforming equipment and tooling backed by deep engineering expertise and a long history of innovation. Lyle Industries added robust thermoforming machines and tooling purpose built for both post trim and continuous processes. GN expanded that capability with thermoforming platforms ranging from entry level contact heat systems to advanced form/cut/stack solutions.
Freeman delivered precision tooling for every major thermoforming application, including post trim and inline thermoforming, form/cut/stack, form/fill/seal, and steel rule die systems. NAS completed the picture with automation and downstream packaging solutions that keep finished goods moving efficiently.
Individually, each brand tackled critical production challenges. As one BMG, these strengths now come together in a single, integrated portfolio designed to help customers move faster, reduce risk, and reach new levels of performance in thermoforming and packaging.
Why these brands joined forces
Packaging teams today face pressure on every side: tighter sustainability targets, changing regulations, labor constraints, and increasing demand for product variety. Managing multiple vendors for equipment, tooling, and automation adds complexity just when manufacturers need clarity and speed.
Bringing Brown, Lyle, GN, Freeman, and NAS together as one BMG solves that problem.
- One point of contact for thermoforming equipment, forming and tooling, automation, and lifecycle support.
- One team aligned around project goals—from initial design and prototyping through commissioning and optimization.
- One global partner accountable for performance, delivery, and long‑term reliability.
This unified, turnkey approach helps customers streamline decision‑making, simplify project management, and get new packaging solutions to market sooner.
Integrated thermoforming and packaging solutions
As one BMG, the combined brands can design thermoforming and packaging solutions as integrated systems instead of separate components.
That means customers can:
- Align tooling, equipment, and automation from the start, improving uptime and throughput.
- Optimize forming processes to reduce material consumption and improve part quality.
- Implement end‑of‑line automation that is engineered specifically around upstream thermoforming operations.
By treating the entire packaging line as a unified system, one BMG helps producers reduce scrap, lower operating costs, and build packaging platforms that are ready for future product and material changes.
Global service, one BMG support
Thermoforming and packaging equipment is a long term investment, and customers need a partner that will stand with them through every phase of the lifecycle. As one BMG, the combined brands provide a global service and technical support network backed by decades of field experience and application knowledge, along with consistent training, preventive maintenance, and upgrade paths that extend equipment life and improve line performance. Lifecycle support is focused on keeping thermoforming, tooling, and automation working together at peak efficiency. This unified support model helps customers protect their investments and adapt to new production requirements over time.
Why one BMG matters for your next project
When you plan your next thermoforming or packaging initiative, partnering with one BMG means working with a single team that can see the complete picture: equipment, tooling, automation, and lifecycle service.
See how One BMG can increase your success.