At Menzel LP, we proudly own and operate The Fishburne Tobacco Press Company—an engineering and manufacturing division dedicated to building high‑capacity tobacco packing presses for today’s leading tobacco processors. Under Menzel’s leadership, Fishburne continues to deliver robust, reliable hydraulic press systems designed for modern production demands.
What The Fishburne Tobacco Press Company Does
- Designs & Builds High‑Capacity Tobacco Presses
Fishburne presses are engineered to compress loose tobacco into cases (historically hogsheads) with high volume, high consistency, and long‑term reliability. These systems are used in demanding production environments across the tobacco industry.
- Provides Complete Tobacco Packing Systems
Modern Fishburne systems support both primary lamina leaf and cut‑filler applications, offering full press systems for packing tobacco into shipping and storage cases.
- Manufactures Accessory Equipment for Full-Line Integration
Fishburne offers integrated accessories that support smooth flow from loose tobacco to fully packed cases, including:
- Floor roller conveyors
- Secondary hold‑down presses
- Case strappers
- Case labelers
- Case stackers
- Provides Engineering Upgrades, Modernization & Long-Term Support
Menzel LP, the current owner of the Fishburne press technology, supplies modernization, maintenance, repair, and global support for all Fishburne systems.
- Maintains leadership in tobacco press innovation
The Fishburne press originated from inventor Francis B. Fishburne in the mid‑20th century, whose hydraulic press designs became foundational to modern tobacco packing. Menzel LP acquired the technology in the early 2000s and continues to advance it.
As Menzel LP continues to advance the Fishburne Tobacco Press line, our focus remains on delivering durable, high‑capacity systems that meet the evolving needs of modern tobacco processors. Through Menzel’s continued investment and leadership, Fishburne equipment remains a trusted standard for industrial tobacco packing. Contact us to learn more about Fishburne and Menzel.
For more than 65 years, Menzel LP has led the industry with innovative, high‑quality, customer‑focused engineering. From our groundbreaking A‑frame winding system of the 1960s to today’s advanced web‑handling solutions, we remain committed to technical excellence, collaborative problem‑solving, and delivering customized equipment that enhances manufacturing efficiency worldwide.
