About Lasercomb
Lasercomb Dies is now part of the Arden Group following an acquisition in April 2024. Together, we are the largest die-maker in the UK.
Founded in 1984 as a manufacturer of press ready die tooling systems for the print and packaging industries, we quickly establishing a solid reputation in the flatbed folding carton market.
Today, we have a die-making and engraving arm, employing around 80 people based at our manufacturing site in Redditch.
Lasercomb and Arden are the leading names in die-making, specialising in die and tooling manufacture for the packaging and carton industry. We are BOBST certified die-makers, which is an advanced certification for professional die-makers to provide high performance tooling.
Following the acquisition, it remains very much business as usual for the long-established Lasercomb brand. However, the partnership presents new and exciting opportunities for our customers and combined workforce. The collective strengths of Lasercomb and Arden deliver real benefits for our customers and ensures a sustained and strong future for our business.
With Lasercomb located in the Midlands and Arden in the North, the acquisition supports our ambitions to expand our operations and better meet the needs of our customers, as we consolidate our efforts and share our combined knowledge of the industry.
In today’s economic climate, ensuring certainty in the supply chain is paramount. Together, Lasercomb and Arden are better positioned to mitigate risks and guarantee continuity for our customers, strengthening our position within the market as the largest die-maker in the UK.
2024 marks 40 years in business for Lasercomb, a significant milestone on our journey. Guided by our company motto, ‘Every Impression Counts’ we celebrate four decades of success and look forward to a bright future, continuing our legacy of innovation and excellence.
Celebrating 40 years of innovation and excellence in die-making
Lasercomb is proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone in 2024 – 40 years of excellence and innovation in the die-making and packaging industry.
Founded in 1984 as a joint venture between Lasercomb US and Oscar Friedheim, who was the agent for BOBST UK and Ireland, the company was established as a manufacturer of press-ready die tooling systems and CAD software for the print and packaging sectors.
Located in Redditch, our central position has enabled us to maintain strong connections with our customers across the UK and Ireland.
We have always been a leading name in the sector, supplying cutting-edge tooling to both the carton and corrugated sectors, in later years specialising in folding carton.
Since our inception, Lasercomb has continued to evolve and grow, adapting to industry needs and establishing ourselves as a leader in our field.
Key milestones in the Lasercomb journey include:
- 1984: Lasercomb first established
- 1988: The company becomes solely owned by Oscar Friedheim.
- 1997: Lasercomb completes the acquisition of Palatine Engraving, expanding the business into the engraving sector.
- 1998: Opened the BOBST training centre at our site in Redditch.
- 2001: BOBST acquired Oscar Friedheim.
- 2006: A management buyout of Lasercomb was completed.
- 2014: Established a joint venture between Lasercomb and CTI for an engraving facility in Chicago.
- 2024: Acquired by the Arden Group, bringing together our combined knowledge, skills and expertise to strengthen our position in the market. Together, we’re the largest die-maker in the UK.
Mike Allsop, Managing Director at Lasercomb, said: “From our early days of pioneering tooling for the carton and corrugated sectors to our specialisation in folding carton solutions, Lasercomb has always been dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in die-making and packaging.
“As we mark 40 years in business – a significant milestone in our journey, we’d like to pay tribute to our customers, partners, and dedicated team for their continued support. Guided by our company motto, ‘Every Impression Counts,’ we’re incredibly proud to celebrate four decades of success and look forward to a bright future, continuing our legacy of innovation and excellence.
“With our recent acquisition by the Arden Group, we are poised to continue to build on our legacy and deliver exceptional tooling, service and solutions for the packaging industry. Here’s to 40 years of innovation, and many more to come.”