Indiana Mailing Systems joins forces with Munster, In based McShane’s Inc.

CROWN POINT, MUNSTER and MISHAWAKA, INDIANA Issued JULY 1, 2016…Indiana Mailing Systems (www.ims-mail.com) of Crown Point announced today the firm has joined forces with the Munster, Indiana headquartered McShane’s Inc (www.mcshanes.com ), an independent office product, technology and solutions Company serving the needs of northern Indiana and Chicagoland since 1921.

Kevin Snedden, Indiana Mailing Systems President, merged his organization into McShane’s Inc. He said, “This joining of companies will bring great additional resources to all of our clients. Now, in addition to the mailing equipment postage meter product and services Indiana Mailing Systems has provided their clients the past 32 years, we can bring significant additional resources and products to our clients.”

McShane’s is a45-person firm which opened its doors in 1921 as a printing and stationery company, located initially in Hammond, IN. Over the years, McShane’s expanded its original business model and becameone of Northern Indiana’s largest Authorized Canon, KonicaMinolta, HP, and Lenovodealer, with locations in Munster and Mishawaka, IN.

Brian McShane, President of McShane’s, said, “As our firm continues to grow and as our industry changes, we continually seek ways to be sure we remain on the cutting edge in the marketplace, having the very best products, service and the technology to support them.” He added, “The addition of Indiana Mailing Systems and Kevin’s years of experience not only adds another great product line to our offerings, but also completes our “One Stop Shop”, backed by the best and highly trained service personnel in the area.”

He continued, “We can now provide the complete document workflow solution to our clients. From inception, print, finish, store digitally, email, scan, fax, and now insert and mail out. We also now provide the envelopes, envelope inserters, and a complete line of OEM or remanufactured mail equipment inks and labels for most brands.” He noted, “Our continued success is our ability to offer our clients not only the latest tested advanced technology, but also a relationship with our knowledgeable associates who are always wanting to help.”

McShane’s has been on a growth trajectory; earlier this year, the firm brought in the Chicago area Des Plaines Office Equipment as an investment partner. Des Plaines Office Equipment (www.dpoe.com) maintains its corporate headquarters in Elk Grove Village, IL and is a leading provider of managed print services, managed network services, and related technology.

About Indiana Mailing Systems
Indiana Mailing Systems (IMS) began in 1984 by providing the most cost effective postage meter, mailing equipment and service in the 14 northern counties in Indiana and Berrien County Michigan. Kevin Snedden joined IMS in 1990 and became the owner in 2001.IMS is a go-to company for mailing services and mailing solutions. With more than 95 years of combined experience, the firm has grown and expanded to better address clients mailing concerns. The company’s complete range of services cover the entire mailing process, from addressing to folding and stuffing the envelopes to posting mail. Customers benefit from the firm’s strong grasp of knowing what exactly is needed; IMS uses the best equipment and latest technology to deliver services.

About McShane’s Inc – Business Products and Solutions
McShane’s founded in 1921 on a foundation of relationships and helping people with products and services that enhance their lives. From the firm’s roots as a printing and stationery company in Hammond to its expansion to the South Bend marketplace, McShane’s has a rich history that blends family tradition with current technology. McShane’s has become one of the largest independent office products dealers in Northern Indiana. The firm offers an Information Technology Support Team, factory trained technicians, and an experienced sales team. In addition to the latest in document generation and information technology, McShane’s carries a full line of office products, furniture networking and computers. McShane’s is a 2015 recipient of the Canon ATSP award, one of only seven dealers in the United States to receive it. The firm is located in the Pavilion on 45th Center, 1844 45th Street, Munster, IN 46321. For additional information, please call (219) 924-1400 or visit www.mcshanes.com

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