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Welcome to Heaford – experts in prepress efficiency

We are a global supplier of high-quality mounting and proofing machines and auxiliary equipment dedicated to improving prepress efficiency and productivity in the flexo and gravure industries. Fully supported by an international network of agents and service partners, our pioneering products provide reliability and confidence for leading print converters. Established in 1982 in Manchester, UK, Heaford is a privately owned progressive business built on strong family values and integrity.

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Flexibles

Corrugated

Gravure

Our Products

Product quality without compromise - manufactured in the UK

From basic machines for start-ups, to innovative solutions for multi-press installations for global converters, our product range is the most diverse in the industry. We collaborate closely with customers to provide the optimum solution, which isn’t always the most complex or expensive. Our experienced engineers combined with our best-in-class suppliers ensure we deliver quality without compromise. Every Heaford product is manufactured in the UK at our Manchester site.

Technical Support

Responsive support for maximum machine uptime

We understand the importance of keeping machines operational. Heaford’s dedicated global service team includes highly skilled mechatronic engineers with extensive knowledge of the printing process. Our range of technical support services includes online diagnostics, machine upgrades and preventive maintenance packages. A large parts inventory enables us to support a wide range of products, both old and new.

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What our customers say about us

When I get a semi-trained operator on a Heaford machine, they can quickly understand it and mount a plate reliably every time. A strong family business with great people.
Chris Ellison
Director
OPM Group

Heaford is a personable company, caring and very responsive. You don’t get the feeling you’re working with a corporate monster. The real value is about accuracy and precision linked to reliability and confidence.
(Leading U.S Packaging Converter)

Engineering stability is a critical factor in our decision-making process. UK engineering is a tick in the box for Heaford, and they make a reliable machine that lasts for years.
(Leading European Manufacturer of High-Performance Packaging)

We’ve enjoyed working with Heaford for 25 years. Their machines are very accurate and problem-free. Their sales team helps us to select the correct options.
James Luttick, Production Improvement Manager
Richdale Plastics Pty Ltd
Australia

The robustness of the technology and equipment supplied by Heaford is beyond doubt. It is efficient and simple to operate. We were getting return on our investment from day one of installation.
Sunil Datt,
Print Manager, Packaging Technologies Inc.
Canada

We’ve just purchased another Heaford. These are great machines and the people at Heaford are a pleasure to work with.
Ken Pizzuco
Chief Supply Chain Officer, Fortis Solutions Group
USA

The FTS is a user-friendly mounter offering reliability in its operation.
Kwality Labels
Canada

We find the AutoMounter extremely easy to use, and the accuracy is amazing. As the number of jobs stored in the memory increases, our mounting times get faster. It was a great decision to purchase from Heaford.
Plant Manager
Bulldog Bag Ltd
Canada

We purchased a rotogravure proofing press from Heaford. In our opinion, this is the most reliable on the market. Accuracy and speed of use is excellent.
Antonio Colombo
Technical Manager, Impresos Industriales
Chile

Installing our first Heaford machine has helped us to save 30% in assembly time. Quality and after-sales service are both excellent. Manuals are practical and easy to access.
Bolsa Pac LTDA
Chile

Heaford equipment is very long-lasting and reliable. We purchased our first roto-gravure cylinder proofing machine 27 years’ ago, and it is still up and running. Bravo to Heaford!
Colin Chong, CEO
Dindings Engraving
Malaysia

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