About CBI · Columbia, SC

Built for brands that print fast and finish sharp.

Digital can printing on the Hinterkopf D240.2 platform — low minimums, high-definition output, fast turn. Part of a larger beverage operation that includes brewing, fermentation, and a full co-packing/contract brewery under one roof.

Est. · 2024Location · Columbia, SCPlatform · Hinterkopf D240.2
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How CBI got here.

At Craft Brew Inc., we are passionate about helping breweries and beverage brands bring their vision to life. Based in Columbia, South Carolina, we provide premium contract brewing, packaging, and industry-leading can printing solutions designed to help businesses grow with confidence. Our state-of-the-art can printing technology delivers vibrant, high-quality graphics with exceptional precision, giving brands the flexibility to create eye-catching packaging without compromising efficiency or quality. Whether you're launching a new product, expanding production, or refreshing your brand, our experienced team is committed to delivering outstanding craftsmanship, dependable service, and innovative manufacturing solutions that help our partners succeed. At Craft Brew Inc., we're more than a production facility—we're a trusted partner dedicated to helping beverage brands stand out in an increasingly competitive marketplace.

Contracting Brewery

CBI Contracting Brewery

Beyond can printing, CBI runs a full contracting brewery — a fully-licensed brewery and DSP with a 17 BBL brewhouse, flash pasteurization, de-alcoholization, centrifuge, and full-service lab. Brewing, fermentation, and packaging under one roof. See the capability sheet →
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Who you'll work with.

Justin Bates, Director of Digital Can Printing
Justin BatesDirector of Digital Can Printing

Justin Bates has been with CBI since inception and gained his experience from the ground up. He has vast knowledge of the Hinterkopf can printer and works closely with his team to ensure impeccable quality. His process includes client approval checkpoints at multiple phases to guarantee all deadlines are met on time and graphic design is exceptional. He enjoys being one of the main points of contact for any client inquiries while overseeing can printing operations across all shifts. Justin is eager to support clients' needs — big or small — in the can printing sector.

Max Fann, Vice President of Operations
Max FannVice President of Operations

Max Fann brings more than 12 years of experience in beverage manufacturing, brewing operations, and production management. He oversees all aspects of production, ensuring quality, efficiency, and consistency across every batch. With extensive experience in process optimization, equipment management, packaging operations, and product development, Max plays a key role in delivering high-quality products while supporting the continued growth and structure of Craft Brew Inc.

Theodore S. Carper, Can Printing Sales Team Lead
Theodore S. CarperCan Printing Sales Team Lead

Theodore S. Carper brings more than 20 years of experience in the food and beverage industry and over a decade of expertise in the craft beer market. Before joining CBI, he spent 12 years in craft beer sales, representing respected breweries including Palmetto Brewing, Catawba Brewing, Columbia Craft Brewing, and Peak Drift Brewing. His firsthand knowledge of brewery operations, brand development, and the unique challenges facing independent brewers allows him to provide practical, customer-focused solutions for packaging and can decoration. Today, Theodore leads the Can Printing Sales team with a collaborative, results-driven approach — combining industry insight with a passion for helping beverage brands stand out on the shelf.

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