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Built to Last: Celebrating 50 Years of Summit Packaging Systems
We are proud to announce that Summit Packaging Systems celebrated its 50th anniversary on January 6, 2026. Founded by Gordon Gilroy in January, 1976, we are a privately held, financially strong organization, now welcoming its third generation of leadership. Summit employees around the globe celebrate 50 years of innovation in the aerosol industry. In our first year of operation, we shipped 90 million valves with a team of 125 employees. Today, our global workforce of 1,000 em
Feb 251 min read


Summit Europe Team Celebrates 2025 Successes
Summit-Europe celebrated its 2025 successes with an evening of dinner, live music, dancing, and a mock casino in Almere, the Netherlands last month. More than 200 employees and guests attended the event, held in recognition of our employees’ outstanding contributions to our organization. The New Year Party is a highly anticipated annual event at our European headquarters. Special thanks to all who joined in the fun and excitement!
Feb 251 min read


Summit European HQ Expansion Supports Market Demand for Lotus Actuator
Summit Packaging Systems has significantly expanded its manufacturing capacity at its European Headquarters in Almere, The Netherlands, by adding over 40 state-of-the-art injection molding machines. The machines, ranging from 50 to 650 tons, will increase production capacity and capability for new actuator projects. Including Summit’s Lotus actuator, a market-leading solution for personal care applications. Expanded Molding Department Summit’s leadership team states that exp
Jan 212 min read


Summit Doubles Production of Bodysurf Twist Actuator with Racine, WI Expansion
Production of Summit's innovative Bodysurf Twist Actuator has doubled as part of a 6,500 square meter expansion in Racine, WI.
Jan 152 min read


Summit to Exhibit at Paris Packaging Week in February
Summit will Exhibit at the 2026 Paris Package Week February 5-6. Be sure to stop by stand U04 and visit our team.
Jan 71 min read


Summit Packaging Systems Announces Major Expansion of Europa Button Actuator Capacity
Summit Packaging Systems has significantly expanded its Europa two-piece button actuator production capacity with a new, state-of-the-art 64-cavity mold and a customized high-speed assembly line at its Almere facility in the Netherlands.
Dec 2, 20252 min read


Summit Opens New Toluca, MX Aerosol Production Facility
Summit's newest product facility officially opens in Toluca, Mexico, with a plan to localize its global supply chain network.
Oct 20, 20252 min read


Summit's Racine, WI Factory Expansion Doubles Injection Molding Capacity
Summit is doubling its injection molding capacity with the expansion of our Racine, Wisconsin facility.
Sep 4, 20252 min read


The Summit Advantage: Generations of Expertise in Action
What makes Summit Packaging Systems a leader in aerosol component manufacturing? Is it our technology? Our vertical integration? Our...
Jul 24, 20253 min read


Employees Win Big with VIP Ballpark Experience
Our trivia contest added a lot of fun and excitement to the workplace this season, giving Summit employees a chance to win a “Dinner on the Deck” experience at the Delta Dental Stadium, home of the New Hampshire Fisher Cats baseball team in Manchester, New Hampshire. Winning employees and their guests will enjoy a home game right behind the Fisher Cats’ on-deck circle this summer. In addition to premium seating, the VIP experience includes full wait service with drinks, snack
Jun 25, 20251 min read


Summit Europe Expands BOV Capacity in Almere, Netherlands
Summit has expanded its BOV production capacity in Almere, Netherlands, with the addition of two new high-speed assembly lines.
Jun 4, 20252 min read


Coming Together with Our Annual Easter Ham Giveaway
This annual event is a reflection of Summit’s values and our appreciation for our outstanding employees.
Apr 25, 20251 min read


Summit Europe Expansion Enhances Capacity and Strengthens Local Supply Chain
Summit has expanded its European headquarters in Almere, Netherlands, increasing the site’s manufacturing footprint by 40%
Mar 21, 20253 min read


A Season of Gratitude and Cheer at Summit Packaging Systems
As the year winds down and the holiday spirit fills the air, we at Summit Packaging Systems want to reflect on our team's incredible...
Dec 19, 20242 min read


Summit to Exhibit at Paris Packaging Week 2025
Summit will exhibit at the Aerosol and Dispensing Forum (ADF) of Paris Packaging Week in January 2025.
Dec 17, 20241 min read


Summit Packaging Systems Hosts Global Team at Manchester HQ for Training, Team Building, and Celebration
On October 1, Summit Packaging Systems proudly welcomed employees from ...
Nov 14, 20241 min read


Here We Grow Again: Summit to Double Size of Keene Automation and Engineering Facility
We are pleased to announce that Summit has received state and municipal approvals to double the size of its ...
Sep 30, 20241 min read


Springtime Event Celebrates SPS Employees
Springtime blooms with possibilities and joy, and at Summit’s Manchester, NH, and Racine, WI facilities
Sep 30, 20241 min read


Summit Packaging Reaches New Peaks with European Expansion
Summit Packaging Europe expansion 2020
Nov 14, 20201 min read

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