Mac | Plastic Machinery | Used Plastic Equipment

MAC Automation Concepts began operations in 1980 and has since become a familiar name in plastics and general manufacturing. From its base in Woodstock, Illinois, the company has carved out a niche supplying practical automation equipment that helps processors move, sort, and contain parts more efficiently. Over the years, MAC has built relationships across medical, pharmaceutical, and packaging sectors, earning a reputation for straightforward designs that do the job and hold up in production.

Flagship Products and Solutions

The company’s catalog covers a wide span of auxiliary equipment, with an emphasis on customization when needed. Standard offerings include conveyors of nearly every type—small frame, incline, and heavy-duty models—along with resin bins, mold chutes, and side curtains. Their box, bag, and tote fill systems range from simple rotary setups to multi-level and parallel systems designed for higher throughput. MAC is also active in inspection and sorting equipment, from automated rails to basic QC tables, as well as cleanroom and containment products such as HEPA enclosures and modular designs. For plants needing broader coverage, they supply turnkey systems that tie controls and communication into a unified package.

Industries Served

Plastics processing
Medical device manufacturing
Pharmaceuticals
Packaging lines
Cleanroom and precision production

Features and Capabilities

MAC has always leaned on adaptability rather than a one-size-fits-all model. Their machines are built with durability in mind, but customers often cite the company’s willingness to tailor equipment around a process as a key strength. Standard designs are available, yet many systems leave the shop floor modified to fit unique layouts, product requirements, or compliance standards.

The Arlington Advantage

At Arlington Machinery, we frequently handle equipment built by MAC Automation Concepts. Units that come through our shop are inspected, tested, and, when needed, serviced to verify performance. This allows us to connect buyers with dependable pre-owned machinery and give sellers fair value when moving surplus assets. Whether you’re adding a conveyor line, outfitting a cleanroom, or planning a larger plant-wide system, Arlington provides a practical route to MAC Automation equipment without the long lead times of new builds.

To learn more about available MAC Automation equipment, or to sell or appraise the units you no longer need, reach out to Arlington Machinery today.