Leading automation systems developer, Astech Projects, has announced the appointment of John Roberts to expand its dedicated sales team within the Packaging Robotics and Consumer Goods Testing markets.  Mr Roberts assumes the post of Business Development Manager adding to Astech's team of high calibre applications engineers.  

With over 15 years of experience in the packaging industry, Mr Roberts has built up a vast array of industry supplier/customer relationships. Astech are hoping to utilise his extensive experience and firmly establish Astech as a world class systems integrator within these highly specialised markets. 

Anthony Moran, Director, Astech Projects, said "We are delighted to welcome John to the team. Recruiting him is part of a strategic strengthening of Astech's offering for the packaging industry.  He is highly regarded and respected within the industry and I am looking forward to having his expertise as Astech continues to expand." 

Astech can be seen on stand number 111, PACKTECH, at the, NEC, Birmingham, UK, on the 24^th and 25^th February 2010.  PACKTECH is a key event for packaging professionals seeking new solutions and operational efficiency in packaging machinery and systems, end-of-line equipment and transit packaging.  Astech will be on hand during the event to discuss your automation needs and system solutions. 

Further details on PACKTECH can be found at http://www.easyfairs.com/events_216/packaging-event_7278/packtech-2010_7622/, whilst for further information on Astech Projects, please visit http://www.astechprojects.com/.