DS Containers Expands Production Lines

DS Containers, the two-piece steel aerosol canmaking company, has significantly expanded their capacity with the addition of two new can lines. Thriving in a challenging economy, DSC has been providing new jobs and gaining the attention of major aerosol companies.

Using the technology from Japan’s Daiwa Can, the plant in Batavia, Illinois has added capacity to their original two product lines 211×604 (66×178) and 211×713 (66×218). As of 2011, a third and fourth line now produce original sizes and two new sizes: 205×604 (58×168) and 205×710 (58×203). The additional lines have increased their capacity from the original 350 million cans per year to about 700 million.

Their modern, sustainable can has created a new look for many aerosol companies. The domed top accentuates the modern look; the elimination of a side seam prevents leakage; and the polymer coated steel provides a BPA-free and highly corrosion resistant environment.

The state-of-the-art Batavia plant was built in 2004, using modern technology and production practices. It is a joint venture between Daiwa Can Company and the late William Smith, Sr., to offer aerosol companies in the US an alternative to the three-piece tinplated steel and aluminum cans. DS Containers uses laminated polyester-coated tin free steel in a draw-redraw process. The polymer coating eliminates the need for linings and coatings, reducing hazardous wastes. The finished containers are lightweight and 100% recyclable.

In other news, DS Containers announced the promotion of Matt Kuehn as the company’s vice president of sales, marketing and technical support. Kuehn succeeds Emil Obradovich, who retired. George Buckland has been promoted to managing director of sales and business development.

More info: www.dscontainers.com