Double E Company LLC, also known as Double E Group, is a premier manufacturer and global supplier of high-performance web handling and material handling solutions. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in West Bridgewater, Massachusetts, the company has grown from a small local operation into an international industry leader with over 60,000 square feet of manufacturing space. Operating as a group of integrated brands including Appleton, Convertech, and Schlumpf, the company employs between 51 and 100 professionals and maintains a significant global footprint with offices and service facilities across North America, Europe, and Latin America.
Specializing in engineered components for the paper, film, foil, and non-woven converting industries, Double E Group offers a comprehensive product portfolio. Core offerings include core chucks, safety chucks, carbon fiber and pneumatic core shafts, idler rollers, and specialized equipment such as the WrinkleSTOP® spreader rollers. Their technical expertise extends to advanced slitting systems, web guides, brakes, and core cutters. Beyond web handling, the company provides robust material handling solutions, including RollMover™ and CartMover™ technologies, lift tables, and shaft handling machinery designed to enhance production efficiency and safety.
As an OEM-capable manufacturer, Double E Group is recognized for its consultative engineering approach, delivering custom-engineered solutions tailored to unique production processes. Their products are critical to the manufacturing of essential goods such as flexible packaging, tissue, diapers, and corrugated boxes. With over 50 years of innovation and a solutions-based sales force, the company supports a diverse range of sectors including pharmaceutical, automotive, and web printing with reliable equipment and a comprehensive spare parts program.
Double Tap Engineering LLC is a family-owned and operated contract manufacturer based in Anderson, Indiana. Founded in 2018 and backed by over 50 years of combined industry experience, the company specializes in high-precision CNC machining and comprehensive metal fabrication services. They serve a diverse range of sectors, including Automotive, Military, Aerospace, Natural Gas, Waste Treatment, and Agricultural Equipment. As a holder of a Type 07 Federal Firearms License (FFL), the company is also a qualified manufacturer for the firearms industry.
Operating from a well-equipped facility, Double Tap Engineering provides both CNC milling and turning for metal and plastic components, specializing in low to medium volume production. Their advanced fabrication capabilities include 3000W fiber laser cutting for sheet metal, CNC tube laser cutting, and precision bending using a 150-ton, 4-axis CNC press brake. Additionally, the company offers certified welding services across various materials such as carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and titanium.
From intricate prototypes to large-scale production runs, Double Tap Engineering focuses on delivering high-quality engineering solutions and precision components. Their technical expertise extends to complex 3D contours, structural steel fabrication, and specialized assemblies, ensuring superior craftsmanship for clients nationwide.