In 2015, AMS took another bold step forward by purchasing a new building to expand production and better serve our growing customer base. This investment marked a turning point, allowing us to scale our operations and meet rising demand with greater efficiency. Over the past decade, that facility has continued to grow alongside us, with three major additions that have expanded our manufacturing, engineering, and service capabilities. Each expansion reflects our commitment to innovation, quality, and long-term growth.
In 2022, AMS proudly celebrated its 25th anniversary—a milestone that stands as a testament to our people, our customers, and our faith. What began in 1997 as a vision in automation has grown into a company recognized nationwide for excellence in engineering and service-driven solutions. This anniversary was not just about looking back at our history, but about looking ahead to the future—continuing to build on a foundation of innovation, integrity, and our core values.
As AMS expanded, so did our capabilities—by 2006, the company had launched Mech-Fab Services, a division dedicated to fabrication and mechanical assembly. What began as an in-house necessity quickly grew into a nationwide resource, supporting manufacturers across the U.S. Meanwhile, AMS’s own line of equipment kept evolving beyond pallet recycling into a full suite of material handling and conveying solutions, setting new standards in efficiency and reliability.
In 1997, with a bold vision and a toolbox full of experience, entrepreneur Kris Chayer set out to change the game. Armed with a deep background in machine design, manufacturing, and automotive tool and die, Kris saw a unique opportunity: bring powerful automation to the often-overlooked world of pallet recycling. That’s when Automated Machine Systems (AMS) was born—not just as a company, but as a mission to revolutionize an industry.
Today, AMS is more than a company—it’s a mission. A mission driven by engineering excellence, problem-solving, and a relentless commitment to pushing the boundaries of automation. From pallet recycling to full-scale industrial automation, our mission remains the same: to design and deliver service-driven solutions that help businesses thrive.
Our company is built on the teachings of Jesus, guiding us to act with integrity, kindness, and excellence in all we do. His example shapes how we treat our customers, our partners, and each other—with honesty, respect, and a heart to serve. While our faith is central to who we are, we welcome and value people of every background and belief.
At AMS, we provide cutting-edge automation solutions to the material handling, wooden pallet, and timber processing industries. Since our founding in 1997 as a design and engineering firm, we’ve been committed to delivering service-driven solutions that help our customers stay competitive in an evolving marketplace.
With expertise in engineering, fabrication, assembly, installation, and controls, we provide fully integrated, turnkey solutions. Unlike many competitors, we design, manufacture, and support our equipment entirely in-house—ensuring superior quality control, reduced costs, and an unmatched level of service.
These days, streamlined operations are a must in order to stay competitive. Our mission is to create efficiency, streamline plant logistics, and automate processes in order to offer our customers a leg up, helping them stay lean, agile, and competitive in today’s markets.
Discover what’s possible for your wooden pallet, crate, or container operation. See why manufacturers worldwide trust AMS for their automation needs—contact us today.
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