HAVER & BOECKER celebrates a century of engineering with special events

HAVER & BOECKER is celebrating 100 years of its Machinery Division. The company kicked off the a year of celebrations in May by hosting contractors and industry partners from around the globe for an anniversary event at its headquarters in Oelde, Germany. The occasion also commemorated milestones for two subsidiaries: 50 years of IBAU HAMBURG and 25 years of AML Anlagentechnik, highlighting HAVER & BOECKER'S presence in advancing technology. 

All of the anniversary celebrations will feature a short reflection on the past before showcasing the continuous innovation and clear vision for the future, rooted in five generations of trusted engineering expertise. Guests can explore the company's evolution through immersive exhibits and live demonstrations of its latest technologies. 

"A lot can change in 100 years, but our commitment to our employees, customers, and core values, which are masterfully crafted, inspiring, and familiar, remains consistent," said Florian Festge, managing partner of HAVER & BOECKER. "Those principles continue to guide us into the future."

Showcasing technology, longevity, and service

The event in May featured hands-on demonstrations of HAVER & BOECKER's flagship packing technologies, including the RADIMAT, ROTOPACKER, and INTEGRA systems. New inventions, such as the RADIMAT-PATHFINDER, a system designed to revolutionize empty bag logistics, and AMICUS Depal, an empty bag depalletizing robot designed to close the automation gap, stood out for their automation, flexibility, and efficiency. The new INTEGRA IVT Seal edition, part of the next-gen IVx series, stood out for its new hygiene-inspired design and precise packing performance capabilities based on artificial intelligence. HAVER & BOECKER also presented advanced filtration systems, featuring a new industrial woven wire innovation: RPDHiFlow.

Digitalization was a key theme at the event with the QUAT²RO mission control studio, which offers an interactive presentation of HAVER & BOECKER's plant monitoring, predictive maintenance, and process control tools. The PROcheck service program was also spotlighted for its proactive support and 24/7 availability, earning praise from international guests for enhancing operational reliability.

Investing in people and the future

The event emphasized HAVER & BOECKER's commitment to workforce development through the Haver Academy, which celebrated its 125-year milestone. Apprentices and early-career employees shared insights into their hands-on training and cross-departmental experiences, reflecting the company's long-standing investment in workforce readiness.  

Meanwhile, the Haver Institute highlighted its "Packing Triangle" methodology, an innovative framework aligning product, bag, and machine specifications to boost efficiency and reduce waste.

A short film shown at the HAVER & BOECKER Cinema offered a visual journey through the company's global operations, spotlighting consistent operational standards across its manufacturing hubs in Brazil, China, India, and the U.S.

Looking ahead: Commitment to excellence and partnership

The centennial event concluded with remarks from the company's leadership, including members of the fourth generation, Mr. Walter Haver and Dr. Reinhold Festge, expressing gratitude to contractors, partners, and employees.

"We want to express our deep gratitude to our customers for their trust and partnership throughout the years. It is that trust that has truly sustained and inspired us," said Dr. Fabian Festge. "We also thank all the dedicated engineers and the entire team whose expertise and passion have made this century of innovation possible."

"This milestone celebration is a testament to the fact that innovation at HAVER & BOECKER is not merely a response to market trends. It is embedded in our DNA," said Niklas Haver.

Two more events will take place on September 4, 2025, and December 3, 2025. Registration space is still available for the December event. Industry partners can expect similar activities for the upcoming festivities.