Automated Packaging Systems Receives Top Supplier Award


STREETSBORO, OH - April 18, 2012 - Automated Packaging Systems, the world leader in high-reliability packaging systems, has been recognized with a 2011 Top Supplier Award from ResMed, a global leader in medical products for the management of respiratory disorders. ResMed utilizes Autobag bag packaging systems and materials for its product packaging.

This prestigious Supplier Award is given to a very small number of suppliers who provide ResMed with exceptional service at its manufacturing operations in Sydney, Australia, Duncan, South Carolina, Singapore, and in Europe. Automated Packaging Systems received this award based on measurable performance data in areas of product quality, service performance, documentation and on-time delivery.

RedMed has a Supplier Performance Evaluation Committee that is comprised of Product Development, Manufacturing, Planning/Logistics, Quality Assurance, and Global Supplier Alliance functions from its Sydney and Singapore manufacturing sites. A comprehensive grading system evaluates the performance of all Tier 1 suppliers on a scale from 0 to 100%. Automated Packaging scored above 90% for two consecutive 6-month periods, which is rated as "exceeds expectations."

"We are proud to support our global customers with world-class products and services, no matter where their operations are, and we are honored to achieve Preferred Supplier Status from ResMed," says Cliff Brehm, President and Chief Operating Officer, Automated Packaging Systems. "The partnership with ResMed works well because they clearly communicate their global objectives, which enables us to provide international logistics and service capabilities to meet their needs."

About Automated Packaging

Automated Packaging Systems has been designing and manufacturing original Autobag®, AirPouch® and SidePouch® systems and products for 50 years. With more than 30,000 packaging systems in operation and a worldwide service organization, Automated Packaging Systems has the experience and support to deliver the ultimate in customer satisfaction. Automated Packaging Systems offers a complete line of baggers, void-fill and protective packaging systems, thermal transfer imprinters, counters, scales, and specialty packaging materials. Complete information is available at the company's website:
www.autobag.com

About ResMed

ResMed is a global leader in the development, manufacturing and marketing of medical products for the diagnosis, treatment and management of respiratory disorders, with a focus on sleep-disordered breathing. The company operates in 70 countries around the world with headquarters in Sydney, Australia. For more information on ResMed, visit:
www.resmed.com

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