Business Details
18 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Source for Packaging Machine Components
Former Fab has been a leader in engineering and fabricating packaging machine components since 2008. Our founder, Dennis Kokkinis, brings over 30 years of expertise in vertical and horizontal form fill seal tooling, establishing long-term partnerships with major food packagers and OEM suppliers globally. We prioritize innovation through proprietary solutions like Duralyte, a lightweight yet durable material that reduces workplace injuries while maintaining performance. Our commitment to quality control spans the entire design and production process, utilizing 3D software to ensure precision before manufacturing. We accommodate client schedules with flexible delivery and custom crating for secure shipping.Our reverse-engineering capabilities address obsolete parts, minimizing production downtime for clients. The company expanded its operations to a 30,000-square-foot facility in Pearland, Texas, reflecting our growth alongside customer needs. Our team of skilled craftsmen maintains a family-oriented work environment, fostering talent retention in the Houston market. We provide comprehensive services including onsite machine repair, employee training, and inventory management to maximize equipment efficiency. Our customer-centric approach guarantees fast processing, timely delivery, and a one-year warranty on all products.
Services
Forming Collars
Sealing Jaws
Custom Metal Fabrication
Refurbishment
Onsite Support
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized experience in VFFS tooling engineering
- Proprietary Duralyte material reduces component weight by 40% without compromising durability
- 24/7 customer support with guaranteed one-year product warranty
- Computer-aided 3D design ensures precision before production begins
- Custom crating and flexible delivery accommodate client production schedules
What people say
Relieved everything on schedule
Service and professionalism unmatched
Trusted source for urgent repairs
Quality workmanship consistent
Team rocks
Services
Forming Collars
Our forming collars ensure precise film tracking and high-speed product transfer for packaging machines. The proprietary Duralyte material reduces weight by 40% while maintaining durability, enhancing workplace safety. These components are CAD-designed for specific machine requirements and available in multiple configurations including rectangular, round, and oval units with specialized modifications.
Sealing Jaws
Precision-engineered sealing jaws create secure package seals using Nickel Teflon Coating (NTC) to prevent film adhesion. Our jaws minimize waste through optimized cutting patterns and incorporate mechanical or heated hole punch options. Custom configurations include sinusoidal, horizontal, vertical, and cross-hatched patterns to meet specific packaging requirements.
Custom Metal Fabrication
We create all-metal custom solutions using stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel. Our capabilities include prototyping, R&D support, and production of specialized equipment like commercial HVAC skids, industrial heaters, and custom enclosures. The in-house design team works with client specifications or develops concepts from initial ideas.
Refurbishment
Our refurbishment services extend equipment lifespan through precision reconditioning of existing components. We maintain original specifications while incorporating material improvements like Duralyte upgrades. This service includes inventory management and emergency manufacturing to minimize client downtime for critical production machinery.
Onsite Support
We provide comprehensive onsite assistance including machine repair, welding, and operator training. Our technicians support equipment installation, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance programs. The service team responds to emergency situations with 24/7 availability to maintain client production schedules and equipment efficiency.
People
Dennis Kokkinis
Founder
With over 30 years of experience in VFFS tooling engineering, Dennis established Former Fab in 2008. His expertise in packaging machinery design has cultivated long-term relationships with major food industry clients. He leads the company's innovation initiatives including development of the proprietary Duralyte material technology.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We primarily serve food packaging operations requiring vertical and horizontal form fill seal machinery components.
What is Duralyte technology?
Duralyte is our proprietary material that reduces component weight by 40% while maintaining structural integrity and durability.
Do you offer emergency repair services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency manufacturing and onsite repair services to minimize production downtime.
Can you replicate obsolete machine parts?
Our reverse-engineering capabilities allow us to recreate discontinued components using modern materials and techniques.
What materials do you work with?
We fabricate using stainless steel, aluminum, carbon steel, and specialized finishes including textured, perforated, and polished surfaces.
