About
IMS SYSTEMS

IMS was founded in 1980 in Heiligenhaus, Germany, near Düsseldorf. The company established a U.S. presence in 2000 to take advantage of market opportunities throughout the United States and Canada.

In 2025, IMS Systems celebrates 25 years in the U.S., while IMS Germany marks 45 years of global innovation–together demonstrating a lasting commitment to precision, performance, and partnership in the metals industry. These milestones reflect our continued dedication to advancing measurement technology and supporting customers worldwide.

IMS is a leading manufacturer of non-contact x-ray, isotope, and optical measuring systems that gauge the length, width, thickness, and other dimensions of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. IMS also offers a comprehensive lineup of Strip Guiding Systems (SGSs) to complement their measuring systems and improve Mill and Service Center productivity. The company operates a sales, service, and production facility at its North American headquarters in Mars, PA, near Pittsburgh.

IMS also offers gauge training and repair courses at that location. The company’s additional Service Center near Mobile, AL provides services to our clients based in the Southeast of the US.

OUR TEAM

Executive
Chris Lackinger, CEO
Vickie Armstrong, Executive Assistant, HR

RSO
Cliff Armstrong
Mike Storer

Sales
Markus Forsch, Director of Sales & Service
Max Werner, Senior Sales Manager
Adam Werner, Sales Manager
Jim Etzl, Sales Manager Canada

CONTACT SALES

Service
Angel Melendez, Service Manager
Abby Armstrong, Service Administration
Katia Moraes, Service Administration
Taryn Lackinger, Spare Parts
Jacqueline Steffen, Spare Parts

CONTACT SERVICE

CONTACT SPARE PARTS

AboutIMS SYSTEMS

OUR TEAM

About
IMS SYSTEMS