August 2025

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BARRY-WEHMILLER & PLATFORM NEWS

BW CORPORATE & CARR BIOSYSTEMS

CARR Rapid Improvement Event helps eliminate frustrating workflows

CARR Biosystems, which develops separation solutions for the bioprocessing industry, is one of BW’s Operational Excellence 2.0 Model Sites. Within each Model Site, team members are collaborating with the BW Continuous Improvement Team to design optimal workflows and reduce non-value-added activities throughout a product build. Watch this video showing how a recent OpEx 2.0 Rapid improvement Event (RIE) at the CARR facility in Clearwater, FL (US) uncovered improvements that could be made to optimize their assembly process.

BW FORSYTH PARTNERS

Afinitas launches new service and spare parts programs for customers

Afinitas, the leading global infrastructure equipment and services company, recently announced its launch of Alliance Service Partnership Programs and Spare Parts Plans. Designed to help pipe and precast concrete producers reduce downtime, these programs offer proactive strategies for increasing plant reliability, improving operational efficiency and extending the life of their equipment through maintenance and strategic parts planning. These programs ensure customers have the support, training and resources they need to stay ahead of potential problems.

BW LEADERSHIP & CULTURE TRAINING

CFCC celebrates 1,000-class milestone

Over the past 15 years, the Chapman Foundation for Caring Communities (CFCC) has delivered over 1,000 transformational leadership development classes to organizations across the country. These programs are grounded in the science of emotional intelligence and intentional listening—skills that help leaders build trust, foster engagement and strengthen relationships in the workplace, at home and the wider community.

BW PACKAGING

BWFS enhances customer's bag filling & palletizing operations

To meet rising demand, Next Level Pet Food in Pittsburg, TX (US), needed to quickly scale up their operations without compromising quality. With an ambitious timeline and high-performance expectations, they turned to BW Flexible Systems, leveraging Symach and Thiele technologies to elevate their dog food bag packaging and palletizing capabilities. Watch this customer testimonial video to discover how this collaboration delivered a custom solution that boosts efficiency and reliability, and positioned Next Level Pet Food for continued success and growth.

EVERYBODY MATTERS 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION

Watch BW Chairman & CEO Bob Chapman talk about the new edition and enduring message of Everybody Matters

Everybody Matters: The Extraordinary Power of Caring for Your People Like Family, the story of BW Chairman & CEO Bob Chapman and Barry-Wehmiller's transformations, will be re-released in a special revised and expanded edition this October, ten years after the first edition was published and commemorating Bob’s 50th year as CEO. With five new chapters, it offers more insight from Bob and more stories from throughout Barry-Wehmiller that further illustrate that the way we lead impacts the way people live. Watch this special video where Bob talks about why the book is being released and his hope for its message.

BW COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Top left photo L-R: Terry Arnold, Cody Sheck, Sarah Erickson, Kevin Anderson, Chris Nytes, Denise Heiligenthal, Jon Neils and Brian Zillmer.

BW Papersystems team members build access and independence for local neighbor in need —one board at a time

BW Papersystems (BWP) in Sheboygan, WI (US), recently partnered with Rebuilding Together, a national organization dedicated to revitalizing communities through free home repair, to build a new deck for a local woman who was unable to enjoy the outdoors due to mobility challenges. Thanks to the BWP team’s craftsmanship and compassion, the new deck not only restored her access to fresh air and sunshine but also renewed her sense of independence. The homeowner was incredibly grateful and shared a heartfelt thank-you letter to the team. This community engagement project serves as a powerful reminder that building a better world can start with something as simple as building a better deck.

THURSDAY BWU WEBINARS

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Fostering a culture where "Everybody Matters" isn’t just a belief—it’s something BW actively demonstrates every day, all around the world. This webinar explores the philosophy behind our Everybody Matters culture and provides actionable steps to practice inclusion every day.

RECEIVING FEEDBACK (supports Develops Talent):

Leaders at BW are taught to give feedback in clear and effective ways, but receiving feedback is also a skill that can be taught. Use this webinar to increase the skill of receiving and responding to feedback to maximize your own growth.

HAVING DIFFICULT CONVERSATIONS (supports Ensures Accountability):

This webinar will equip leaders with the tools and techniques needed to handle challenging discussions with confidence and empathy.

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP PART I (supports Values Differences):

Cultures of different countries can profoundly affect how people work and communicate. Based on the book "The Culture Map" by Erin Meyer, these insights will help enhance your skills as an international leader.

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP PART II (supports Values Differences):

Cultures of different countries can profoundly affect how people work and communicate. Based on the book "The Culture Map" by Erin Meyer, these insights will help enhance your skills as an international leader. Part II focuses on leading, deciding and disagreeing.

LIVING YOUR CALLING THROUGH WORK (supports Drives Engagement):

Connecting your work with a sense of calling makes you feel more resilient, motivated and purposeful. In this webinar, Dr. Garrett Potts, a noted researcher on the topic of calling in the workplace, shares insights on the power of calling to help you discover your own deep sense of purpose.

BW REEL ROUNDUP

FROM THE TRULY HUMAN LEADERSHIP BLOG

Better Work, Better World: Nicole Karnbach of Machine Solutions Inc.

"Better Work, Better World” is our video series that shines a light on team members throughout the BW organization. This installment features Machine Solutions Inc.'s Nicole Karnbach, sharing about her career journey to become part of the BW family.

TEAM MEMBER RECOGNITION

Shine the Light Award: Marija Jovanović, BW Converting-Čačak

Congratulations to Marija for receiving an award for Optimizes Work Processes. "Marija is extremely dedicated and committed to her work," said her nominator Dejan Obradović. "Marija has excellent communication skills and collegiality. She always responds promptly to the demands of various departments and provides helpful solutions to help complete important tasks effectively and efficiently, with a clear focus on continuous improvement."

Shine the Light Award: Denning Saum, BWFS-Duncan

Congratulations to Denning for receiving an award for Instills Trust. "There are not enough words to express how much we have appreciated having Denning with us at our Mestrino, Italy facility," said her nominators, Riccardo Vestali and Alessandro Stiffan. "Her time spent hosting listening and feedback sessions with team members and leaders was very valuable and will help shape a better business for everyone."

Shine the Light Award: Joshua Martin, BWIS-Loveland

Congratulations to Josh for receiving an award for Drives Results. His nominator Joshua Meesey said "The impact of Josh's contributions is profound. His energy drives us to match his dedication, setting a higher standard for our workplace and an inspiration to everyone. Joshua's combination of technical versatility, unwavering positivity and exceptional work ethic makes him a shining example of driving results even in the most demanding circumstances."

Shine the Light Award: Uwe Hartmann, BWP-Nuertingen

Congratulations to Uwe for receiving an award for Instills Trust. "Uwe supports the team and myself in particular ways very attentively and proactively," said his nominator Andreas Janzen. "I feel cared for and understood and appreciate his way of conveying things. I am very grateful that he keeps calm to make suggestions for improvement, even when he makes mistakes. He always develops solutions that enhance your understanding."

MISSED WATCHING BW'S LATEST STATE OF THE BUSINESS VIDEOS?

Here’s an excerpt about People and Performance in Harmony. For a link to the rest of the videos, go HERE .

NEWS YOU CAN USE

FOR ALL BW TEAM MEMBERS

Coming soon! Use the upcoming Microsoft Report button to report phishing e-mails

To improve the security of our company e-mail and reduce our exposure to phishing attacks, we will soon transition to a new e-mail security system. An early step in the transition is to move all BW team members from the Proofpoint PhishAlarm button (that we currently use to report suspicious emails) to the Microsoft Report button. Please be aware that the Microsoft Report button will appear further to the left on the ribbon than the PhishAlarm button.

FOR ALL BW TEAM MEMBERS IN SCOPE

Team members, it is time to prepare for End-of-Year Discussion Meetings

The final phase of BW's Performance Cycle, End-of-Year Discussions, will begin on August 25 for all BW team members who are participating. During this phase, team members and their leaders reflect on and discuss individual performance toward goals and Commitments. Through this reflection and dialogue, leaders assign an overall summary rating for the fiscal year. As a team member, all goals must be final in Workday by August 25. For all Performance Cycle resources, go to bw.care/performancecycle .

FOR ALL BW TEAM MEMBERS

Action needed: Annual policy review and training

As part of a growing global organization with a culture of care, all BW team members have a duty to follow our policies. We also have a responsibility to regularly complete required trainings, which reinforce our policies. Each year, policies and trainings applicable to your role/location are shared via Workday— login, navigate to the Awaiting Your Action section and complete all steps assigned to you by November 30. See your People Team representative with questions.

US-BASED BW CORPORATE TEAM MEMBERS

Nominate a deserving peer for the Bob Chapman GPL Award today!

Nominations for the Guiding Principles of Leadership (GPL) Award are now open for all US based BW Corporate team members including remote TMs and those who sit at other BW site locations. Renamed the Bob Chapman GPL Award in 2023—to honor Bob’s tireless work to create workplace cultures where team members feel valued and cared for—this award recognizes and celebrates individuals who embody the tenets of our people-centric culture and who act as stewards of the GPL every day by living up to all of the Team Member Expectations and Commitments. Click here to nominate a deserving team member by August 22, 2025!

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