Working in the baking industry since the 1950’s, Dale Lecrone began his career by working on the development of the first hinge slicing machine for hamburger buns.  Two decades later he went out on his own to refine and further develop slicing and handling equipment for soft roll automation.

Founder of LeMatic Inc., Dale Lecrone has supplied slicing, handling, and packaging equipment to customers around the world since 1973.  The LeMatic slicer head is recognized throughout the industry and represents over 50 years of innovation.

LeMatic Inc. continues to provide innovative slicing, packaging, and automation solutions to the worldwide baking industry, including its new generation of products in robotic and vision system integration.

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