enVista Expands Automation Capabilities with Acquisition

Global software, consulting, managed services and automation solutions firm enVista announces the acquisition of long-time partner HCM Systems, a systems integrator, specializing in customized, complex and highly integrated conveyor hardware and software, controls, robotics, accessory equipment, installation and systems management for manufacturing and distribution-centric organizations. The acquisition was completed July 1, 2021.

Headquartered in Chicago, HCM has grown from a single line conveyor distributorship into a diversified company in complete material handling integration with an extensive range of automated solutions.

According to Mike Kasperski, SVP of Automation at enVista, the demand for automated solutions has never been greater due to surging ecommerce demands, coupled with ongoing labor shortages.

enVista’s comprehensive DC Optimization and Automation solutions include process optimization, workforce management, facility design/build, engineering, robotics proof of concept and implementations, systems selection and implementation and more.