Grays Peak and Valore Ventures’ Acquires SencorpWhite, Expanding its Position as a Global Leader

Grays Peak and Valore Ventures’ Acquires SencorpWhite, Expanding its Position as a Global Leader

Grays Peak and Valore Ventures’ ability to deliver end-to-end automation and storage solutions, addressing complex fulfillment and logistics challenges…

NEW YORKMay 28, 2025 The SencorpWhite portfolio adds a powerful group of renowned brands to a growing platform:

  • White Systems – A market leader in vertical and horizontal carousels and Vertical Lift Modules (VLMs)
  • Ascent Warehouse Logistics – Provider of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Warehouse Execution Systems (WES)
  • Accu-Seal and CeraTek – Industry-trusted names in medical, laboratory, and industrial heat sealing technologies

Together, these offerings reinforce Grays Peak and Valore Ventures’ ability to deliver end-to-end automation and storage solutions, addressing complex fulfillment and logistics challenges in retail, manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, and industrial sectors.

For decades, SencorpWhite’s solutions have been deployed across thousands of global installations, supported by comprehensive customer services, including technical support, field service, and spare parts. The company’s legacy of engineering excellence, precision manufacturing, and customer-centric design now forms a cornerstone of the portfolios enhanced capabilities.

“The acquisition of SencorpWhite meaningfully enhances our position as a category-defining leader in the automation and material handling industry,” said Scott Stevens, CEO of Grays Peak Capital. “This acquisition complements our existing portfolio—including McMurray Stern, Spacesaver Interiors and Tompkins Solutions—and significantly strengthens our vertical integration strategy, allowing us to serve the full spectrum of customer needs, from secure modular lockers to fully automated fulfillment ecosystems.”

SencorpWhite will continue operating under its trusted brand names, with a renewed focus on scaling innovation and operational excellence. Its heat-sealing technologies under CeraTek and Accu-Seal will remain critical to high-compliance industries such as medical devices, biotech, food, and aerospace packaging, where precision, sterility, and reliability are paramount.

“Partnering with Grays Peak and Valore Ventures opens a new chapter for our company,” said Corey Calla, President and CEO of SencorpWhite. “Their strategic insight, resources, and commitment to innovation will empower us to accelerate product development, deepen customer relationships, and expand our market presence. We are excited to build the future of automation together.”

This acquisition aligns with the long-term vision of Grays Peak Capital and Valore Ventures, to build a world-class platform that unites top-tier integrators, manufacturers, and software innovators into a fully integrated, automation-first enterprise. With an unmatched suite of engineering and implementation capabilities, the portfolio is uniquely positioned to drive the evolution of global supply chains and warehouse ecosystems.

About Valore Ventures

Valore Ventures invests in operating companies and commercial real estate with a focus on long-term value creation. The firm partners closely with management teams to unlock growth and optimize performance, while also redeveloping strategic real estate assets across the United States. Visit https://valore-ventures.com for more information.

Media Contact

Bridget Burkhardt
Vice President
bburkhardt-8013@sencorpwhite.com
(774) 822-0143

About Grays Peak Capital

Grays Peak Capital (www.grayspeakcapital.com) Grays Peak is a global alternative investments firm currently managing assets for a diverse investor base of high-net worth individuals, family offices and institutions. Our portfolio includes multinational brands that have created value by disrupting mature industries and embracing technological innovation.

Using a tiered investment process, we are able invest across the capital structure. We express these investments through our funds focusing on Venture Capital, Private Equity and Hedge Fund.

Our goal is to identify and invest in disruptive industry trends focusing on Consumer and Technology. We target industries and sectors that are undergoing disruptive change typically catalyzed by technology. We invest in seed to late-stage and public companies, focusing on consumer and technology, media and telecom companies.

Contact:

Scott Stevens -CEO
212-506-7050
info@grayspeakcapital.com
https://grayspeakcapital.com/

SOURCE Grays Peak Capital

SencorpWhite Promotes Corey E. Calla to Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

SencorpWhite Promotes Corey E. Calla to Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

SencorpWhite promotes Corey E. Calla to Chief Executive Officer. Calla will lead growth in SencorpWhite’s seven business units: White Systems, Sencorp Systems, Intek, Minerva Associates, CeraTek, Accu-Seal, and Customer Service.

HYANNIS, MASS. March 23, 2021 – SencorpWhite, the recognized global leader in high quality, end-to-end solutions for automated packaging, integrated intelligent storage solutions, and warehouse automation software, announced the promotion of Corey E. Calla to President & Chief Executive Officer of SencorpWhite. In conjunction with Calla’s appointment, Brian Urban, who has been with SencorpWhite for 26 years, will be transitioning into a senior advisory role on the company’s board. These leadership changes are effective immediately.

Prior to joining SencorpWhite in October 2018 as President of White Systems, a business unit of SencorpWhite, Calla gained 22 years of experience in the material handling industry at Intelligrated (purchased by Honeywell in 2016), FKI Logistex, and Pinnacle Automation. Under his vision and sales leadership, Intelligrated grew their service business by over 400%.

“We are excited to begin the next chapter at SencorpWhite and I am confident Corey will utilize his expertise and leadership capabilities to drive exceptional growth for SencorpWhite,” Brian Urban said. “His deep knowledge of sales, service, and software make him the perfect fit to lead us as we continue to expand our product lines and customer base.”

In 2 years as President of White Systems, Calla has significantly expanded the White Systems sales and marketing teams, oversaw the integration of our Intek and Minerva software teams, and recruited new leadership for SencorpWhite’s extensive field service team. Most notably, Calla and his team established a presence in the rapidly expanding e-commerce market and initiated large projects with key accounts in the distribution center and manufacturing space.

“I am enthusiastic about the future of our business and the incredible team we are building,” said Calla. “SencorpWhite is uniquely positioned to rapidly innovate and bring to market high-quality systems and solutions configured to unique market changes. I am truly excited to be leading the SencorpWhite team in this next chapter, focusing on customer satisfaction, innovation and acquisitions that drive total customer value in all our business segments.”

 

SencorpWhite and Urania Engineering Forge Key Partnership

SencorpWhite and Urania Engineering Forge Key Partnership

SencorpWhite and Urania Engineering are pleased to announce the development of a strategic partnership that will link Urania’s innovative engineering solutions with SencorpWhite’s technical expertise and broad service capabilities in medical heat sealers.  

www.sencorpwhite.com/rotary-band=heat-sealers

This collaboration solidifies SencorpWhite’s commitment to providing with high performance heat sealing systems. Rotary band heat sealers are ideal for medium to high volume applications, making it the application of choice in medical device and pharmaceutical packaging, as well as food and dry bulk products.

Urania Engineering, based in Hazelton, PA, has a proud history of American engineering and innovation that spans more than 40 years, and is the leading manufacturer of rotary band heat sealing equipment. The company’s PouchPro and Packaging Answer systems are synonymous with innovation and efficiency in the packaging industry.  “We have been working closely with the SencorpWhite team and are confident that our relationship provides the potential for a long and mutually beneficial collaboration that provides increased value to our existing customer base and the expanding market for heat sealing and packaging equipment,” says Eric Curran, General Manager at Urania Engineering.

SencorpWhite, through its CeraTek and Accu-Seal sealing businesses, will provide greater market reach, enhanced technical support, and strengthened service capabilities. Drawing on its extensive industry knowledge and participation on ASTM and AAMI technical committees, CeraTek and Accu-Seal distinguish themselves by serving as a trusted partner to customers operating in FDA regulated industries like medical and food packaging.

“With this partnership, we have the ability to increase the breadth and reach of sealing markets and processes,” says Kent Hevenor, Vice President of Sealing Technologies.  “With the expected on-shoring of medical device manufacturing, the Urania product is well suited for medium and high-volume applications.”

The combined strengths of SencorpWhite and Urania maximizes our innovative technologies for customers seeking solutions to meet the ever evolving packaging requirements for a variety of industries. Regardless of scope, the blending of technologies and technical expertise provides proven, cost-effective results.

You can view rotary band heat sealer technology at sencorpwhite.com/Urania and learn how SencorpWhite products improve your business with packaging technology and innovative system solutions, as well as industry-leading service.

About CeraTek and Accu-Seal: CeraTek and Accu-Seal are business units of SencorpWhite and offer the latest technology and trends in constant heat and impulse heat medical pouch sealers, vacuum chamber sealers, and custom machinery. SencorpWhite, founded in 1947 and headquartered in Massachusetts, is also comprised of White automated storage, Intek and Minerva software, and Sencorp thermoforming systems.

About Urania: Urania Engineering is an American-based manufacturing company using innovative technology and a modular approach to machine design aimed at satisfying the needs of evolving industries. The company uses an in-house operations approach, keeping all stages of the manufacturing process at their Northeast Pennsylvania facility.

 

 

CeraTek Sales Manager Lynne Barton Named IoPP’s Rising Leader for 2020

CeraTek Sales Manager Lynne Barton Named IoPP’s Rising Leader for 2020

HYANNIS, MA, December 22, 2020 – CeraTek, a leader in heat-sealing solutions for the medical industry, is pleased to announce that its sales manager Lynne Barton has been awarded the 2020 Rising Leader Member Award by the Institute of Packaging Professionals (IoPP). The IoPP is the packaging industry’s leading organization dedicated to education and networking opportunities for packaging professionals.

Barton, who has been an IoPP member since 2012, has set a new standard for the innovation and sales success of medical device sealers. She is currently the President, as well as the Programs and Events Committee Chair, of IoPP’s New England Chapter, which encompasses Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. As President, Barton supports all of the committee chairs to ensure chapter goals are aligned and as the Programs and Events Committee Chair, she oversees both in-person networking events and virtual Tech Talks.

 “It’s a pleasure to be a part of this particular organization,” Barton says. “It’s a very altruistic organization. They’re very dedicated to education and networking. It is a good organization to be part of and I am very honored to have received the rising leader award.”

Barton also recently received the IoPP Chapter Excellence award for her work raising scholarship funds for both the IoPP national Packaging Education Scholarship Fund as well as scholarships for local universities.

As CeraTek Sales Manager, Barton’s ability to match customers with the products best-suited to their applications has resulted in profitable revenue generation for CeraTek. “Lynne utilizes a continuous improvement philosophy in market planning and technical development of products to optimize the overall customer experience,” VP Sealing Technologies, Kent Hevenor says. “This award is a testament to Lynne’s depth of knowledge of the heat-sealing industry and her dedication to her customers’ success.”

 

 

4C’s Awarded Nearly $1 Million in STEM Grants

4C’s Awarded Nearly $1 Million in STEM Grants

$960,000 will support student learning…

Capecodtoday.com recently wrote about Cape Cod Community College being awarded two grants totaling $960,000 providing support and technology for students studying in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM).

The first grant, awarded to the College by the National Science Foundation (NSF), will fund over 50 scholarships to academically talented students with demonstrated financial need in the College’s Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, and Science programs.

Eligible students must be US citizens who qualify for FAFSA based financial aid, enrolled full-time in a STEM degree program with a GPA of at least 3.0 or higher, and have completed at least 6-credits prior to becoming a participant. This grant will focus on increasing access and entry for low-income, rural, and diverse students into STEM programs and well-paid, in-demand STEM careers.

The second grant, awarded to the College via the Massachusetts Workforce Skills Cabinet with support from the Baker Administration, provides $310,000 for classroom and laboratory technology upgrades in Engineering, Digital Manufacturing, Robotics, and Industrial Internet of Things (IIOT) training. These funds allow significant enhancements to the College’s Engineering, Computer Science, and Manufacturing toolsets and equipment.

The College collaborated with local high schools and area industry partners including Teledyne Marine Systems, SencorpWhite, Hydroid, and Onset Computer Corporation to develop the grant and to ensure continuity of technology.

“These grants, and the commitment they provide, will have tremendous impact for our students,” said John Cox, President of Cape Cod Community College. “We are seeing a STEM revolution happening in our region and beyond, and we are proud that our students, faculty, and staff are at the center of this movement. With more access to STEM degrees, upgraded technology, and a new Science and Engineering Center coming in 2022, Cape Cod Community College is positioned for the future of STEM education.”

Activities for the NSF grant will be led by Fredrick Bsharah, Department Chair and Associate Professor of Engineering for Cape Cod Community College, Bridget Burger, Director of Cape Cod Regional STEM Network, and Jill Neumayer DePiper, Senior Research Associate at the Education Development Center. Grant activities for the MassSkills award will be managed by Bsharah.

“Here on the Cape and Islands we have an opportunity to create a bright future for ourselves withscience and technology, and 4Cs is uniquely positioned to offer pathways to success for our students with high-quality STEM programs, made even more meaningful with grants like these,” said Burger. “We are immensely thankful for these two grants and for the support we’ve received from NSF and the Massachusetts Workforce Skills Cabinet to continue to enhance our STEM offerings and technology.”

For questions about the grants or how to apply for STEM scholarships, contact Fredrick Bsharah at fbsharah@capecod.edu or Bridget Burger at bburger@capecod.edu.

The Power of Partnering

The Power of Partnering

In 2008 Sencorp Inc. and White Systems merged to form SencorpWhite. While both companies were founded in 1947, their path to success were far different. Sencorp pursued markets in plastics packaging and White in automated storage and retrieval systems. Their go-to-market sales strategy varied with Sencorp having dedicated, direct sales and White utilizing distributors, representatives, consultants, and integrators. While industry-leading and innovative, SencorpWhite products have been focused on well-defined market verticals, from consumer and medical thermoforming to hospital pharmacy automation. Leveraging over seventy-years of brand equity and customer service in the North American market, SencorpWhite entered into strategic partnerships with several European manufacturers of machines that complement our products. In that light, I am pleased to announce SencorpWhite signed an exclusive distribution agreement for the United States and Canada with WM Thermoforming Machines of Stabio, Switzerland http://www.wm-thermoforming.com. WM designs and manufactures both in-line and tilt-bed thermorformers that greatly expand SencorpWhite market presence. Their FC and Flex Series in-line thermoformers are all-electric with the size and through-put that complements SencorpWhite 2500 and ULTRA series thermoformers. The FT and Twist Series tilt-bed thermoformers, with optional extrusion and rimming stations, fulfills the market requirement for high-volume food container applications. With our new partnership, SencorpWhite now offers an extended range of thermoforming technology for a broader range of applications. In addition, WM enters the North American market with a highly respected partner, and the expertise and service backed by over seventy years of experience. I invite you to meet face-to-face with the WM-Sencorp team at the SPE Thermoforming Conference in Milwaukee, Wisconsin from 9 to 11 September https://thermoformingdivision.com/conference. In addition, we will be exhibiting at Pack Expo Las Vegas from 23 to 25 September https://www.packexpolasvegas.com and the K-Show in Dusseldorf, Germany from 16 to 23 October https://www.k-online.com.