Universal Converting Equipment appoints sales executive

Wilkinson brings a wealth of experience in the converting industry to his role at Universal Converting Equipment having worked in senior sales and general management roles for Titan, Atlas, Comexi and Kampf.

Alan Jones, Universal Converting Equipment managing director, said: ‘Mike is one of the top salespeople in the industry. His experience and knowledge are second to none. He was responsible for Titan during its rapid growth phase and most recently he has worked for Kampf who are probably the largest worldwide supplier of slitting and rewinding machines.

‘We have ambitious growth plans over the next three years and Mike will help us reach our targets.’

Wilkinson said: ‘When I first visited Universal Converting Equipment, I was excited by the potential of its machine range and in particular the X6 slitter rewinder. I could see the investment that has taken place particularly in the machine and control system design. It was good to see features being incorporated to simplify the operation and maintenance of the machines which others have talked about but Universal Converting Equipment has actually done.

‘Although Universal Converting Equipment has always had a reputation for high-quality machines, its sales effort has been limited. I intend to help Universal grow to be a major worldwide supplier of slitter rewinders.’

Universal Converting Equipment has recently completed the latest phase in an expansion program, as well as detailing its growth plans.