Universal Packaging Inc Announces $1.2 million Investment in Vernon, B.C. Plant

Steve Pelkey, CEO of Universal Packaging Inc, is pleased to announce the completion of a $1.2 million investment in its Vernon, B.C. plant. Universal Packaging recently commissioned a new decorating machine from Italy and a new Lehr from Germany. Last year, the company added 6,000 square feet to its Vernon warehouse.

In making this announcement, Pelkey states “Universal Packaging is the largest decorator of glass bottles in North America. We have been screen printing bottles in Vernon, B.C. since 1985. We are very proud of our Okanagan Valley roots and this investment shows that we are committed to our incredible employees and the province of B.C. We are particularly happy that we have been hiring people because it helps the overall B.C. economy.”

Pelkey goes on to say “the new machines will increase our capacity by a minimum of +50%. This will greatly enhance our ability to service our customers throughout B.C. and the Pacific Northwest. It will result in faster turnarounds for our customers. It will also allow us to improve upon our industry leading quality. B.C.’s Wineries, Distilleries and Breweries are world-class so it is only fitting that Universal Packaging continues to invest in world-class equipment and people to better serve our customers.”

Universal Packaging is located in Vernon B.C. where it operates a 50,000 square foot decorating plant and warehouse. It is a B.C. family-owned company that prides itself on employing 70 outstanding people.  Universal Packaging is the largest bottle decorator in North America and it has been supplying the Wine, Spirit and Beer industries for over 28-years. It is unique because it is a true “one stop shop” packaging supply company. UPI’s services include screen printing, frosting/spraying bottles, plain glass sales, Vinolok closures, capsules, bar-top closures, printed cartons, graphic design, shipping and warehousing.