Future Polytech, an Ohio-based manufacturer of engineered flexible packaging solutions and packaging automation systems serving the commercial laundry, healthcare, industrial and distribution markets, welcomed Ohio State Representative Angie King (R–District 84) to its newly opened Coldwater manufacturing facility.
During her visit, Representative King toured Future Polytech’s newly opened facility, which officially began full operations in April 2026 following a significant investment to transform the former Accutech Films (Shields) site into a state-of-the-art flexible packaging manufacturing plant.
“Opening our Coldwater facility represents our commitment to investing in Ohio manufacturing, creating jobs, and serving our customers with American-made packaging solutions,” said Tony Durieux, CEO of Future Polytech. “We’re proud to welcome Representative King and share the impact this investment is making on our community.”
“Touring Future Polytech was a great opportunity to highlight one of the outstanding businesses in our district and hear directly about the challenges and opportunities they face,” said Representative Angie King. “As a state representative, I value these conversations because they help me better understand how I can support local businesses, attract talent, and strengthen economic development in our community.”
The Coldwater facility also represents an important economic success story for Mercer County. Following the former plant’s closure, a WARN Act notification filed in October 2023 projected the loss of 59 jobs. Future Polytech invested more than $11M to modernize and reopen the facility, creating a new chapter for manufacturing in the region.
That investment has translated directly into employment growth. Future Polytech employed over 40 people at the end of 2024 and has since expanded to 64 employees, with continued plans for future growth as production increases.
“Future Polytech’s investment is exactly the kind of project we like to see in Mercer County,” said Jared Ebbing, Community & Economic Development Director, Mercer County. “It demonstrates that companies recognize the value of our workforce, our manufacturing heritage, and our business climate. Reinvesting in an existing industrial facility not only preserves an important manufacturing site but also creates new opportunities for future job growth and continued investment. We’re excited to see Future Polytech continue to grow and build its future here in Coldwater.”
“As a family-owned company, we take a long-term approach to every investment we make,” said Alex Durieux, Sales Manager – Distribution and Second-Generation Leader. “Coldwater is more than a manufacturing facility. It’s an investment in people, relationships, and the future of Ohio manufacturing.”
During her visit, Representative King toured the new manufacturing operation, met with company leadership and employees, and learned about Future Polytech’s expanding capabilities in flexible packaging and automation solutions that serve diverse markets like commercial laundry, industrial, and distribution markets.
Future Polytech manufactures a broad portfolio of polyethylene bags, tubing, sheeting, shrink films, and specialty packaging products while serving as the exclusive distributor of Rennco and Maripak packaging automation systems for the commercial laundry industry.
“The opening of our Coldwater facility strengthens our ability to serve commercial laundry and linen customers across North America,” said Mark Berkey, Head of Sales – Laundry & Linen. “By manufacturing our films in Ohio while pairing them with industry-leading automation solutions, we’re helping customers improve efficiency, reduce costs, and build more resilient operations.”
