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TiteDri Industries is the only manufacturer in the food packaging industry that can produce all different types of absorbent pads available – fluff-based, superabsorbent-based, and airlaid-based form. Designed for You.

Who We Are

At TiteDri, we are a global leader in manufacturing high-performance absorbent pads for the food industry. With over 20 years of experience, we specialize in providing reliable flexible solutions for meat, poultry, seafood, and produce packaging. Our products are designed to enhance product freshness, reduce waste, and improve operational efficiency.

All TiteDri products comply with FDA, USDA, GMP, SQF and EU requirements, ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality for your business.

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A global reach, a nearby presence

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Canada

U.S.A

Mexico

Hawaii

Bahamas

Dominican Republic

Puerto Rico

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Honduras

Costa Rica

Panama

Colombia

Ecuador

Peru

Chile

Uruguay

Argentina

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Our Story: Innovation in Every Fiber

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The Foundation of Precision

At the heart of TiteDri is a commitment to engineering excellence and specialized absorption technology. Our journey began with a vision to bring medical and hygiene-grade precision to the global food packaging industry.

In 1992, after nearly a decade managing operations for a global company, Carlo Gretter transitioned into the world of advanced machinery design. Partnering with GEVAS in Germany, Carlo helped lead the shift toward developing sophisticated equipment for the hygiene sector, including baby diapers and disposable feminine hygiene napkins.

During this era of innovations, in 2002 they develop the StarPad—a versatile, compact line that brought high-quality absorbent production to developing markets worldwide.

The Birth of TiteDri Industries

In 2004, recognizing a critical need for higher-performing absorbents in the food supply chain, Carlo and Franco Gretter co-founded TiteDri Industries. Utilizing the STARPad technology as their foundation, they engineered their first line of meat absorption pads.

What began in a modest 3,000 sq. ft. facility—anchored by the "Gray line" (now retired) and quickly evolved. By re-engineering hygiene machinery to meet the rigorous demands of food safety, TiteDri established a reputation for unmatched product flexibility and quality.

Engineering the Future

TiteDri’s growth has been defined by a "Customer-First" engineering philosophy. Every production line in our facility is custom-designed by our leadership and manufactured to meet our exacting standards.

  • 2004: Company is established and Classic product line is launched.
  • 2008: Installed yellow line and introduced the Plus pads.
  • 2014: Installed modular line and launched the Ultra, Air, and Custom high-performance product lines. Retired the original gray line.
  • 2017: Commissioned Line 3 with winding capability to meet processor and tray manufacturers requirements.
  • 2023: Start-up line 4 increasing capacity to 4 billions pads per year.
  • 2026 & Beyond: We are proud to announce the launch of Line 5 and our new 75,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution center. This facility is purpose-built to pioneer new technologies, including specialized solutions for the industry-wide shift toward PET trays.

Our Mission Today

Today, TiteDri remains a privately held company driven by a team that blends decades of global expertise with forward-thinking design. We don’t just manufacture pads; we engineer reliable, clean, and innovative absorption solutions that protect your products and build consumer trust.

Meet the Team

We’re a hands-on, customer-focused team that combines deep industry experience with a passion for solving problems through absorbent technology. Get to know the people behind your absorbent pads.

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Carlo Gretter

Founder & CEO

Carlo founded TiteDri with a clear vision: to bring excellence, innovation, and higher performance standards to the absorbent product industry. With a background in industrial engineering and extensive experience in manufacturing operations and equipment development within multinational corporations, Carlo developed a deep understanding of efficient production systems and advanced manufacturing technologies.

Drawing on this experience, he personally led the development of the technology that Titedri uses in its manufacturing processes today. His approach combines engineering precision, operational efficiency, and continuous innovation, allowing the company to create absorbent solutions designed for high performance, reliability, and consistent quality.

Under Carlo’s leadership, Titedri continues to focus on improving manufacturing methods and product performance, reflecting the original vision on which the company was founded: delivering innovative absorbent products through advanced engineering and operational excellence that meet Titedri customers’ changing requirements.

Franco Gretter

Commercial Director

Franco serves as the bridge between customer needs and manufacturing excellence at TiteDri. Known for his strong relationship building and highly responsive, personalized approach, he has played a key role in growing the company’s customer base by ensuring each partner receives tailored support. Franco holds a degree in Business Administration with a focus on Marketing from Belmont University and began his professional career at Colgate Palmolive in sales and marketing. He spent 10 years working in the paper industry before co-founding TiteDri with Carlo in 2004. Today, he leads the commercial area, assisting customers with their pad needs and helping drive long term partnerships.

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Jonny Florez

Purchasing and Logistics Director

Jonny brings 20 years of expertise in supply chain management, including a decade focused on manufacturing operations, to his role at TiteDri. He oversees the strategic sourcing of specialized raw materials, vendor relationships, supplier negotiations, and all logistics, warehousing, and transportation functions. With a data-driven mindset and a hands-on leadership style, Jonny ensures a seamless flow of materials from suppliers to production, helping maintain the high quality and reliability that define every TiteDri pad. His attention to detail, commitment to operational efficiency, and focus on continuous improvement make him essential to the company’s growth and to delivering dependable products on time, every time.

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Waldo Amaro

HR Director

Waldo brings an international background in systems engineering and years of experience at Procter and Gamble in manufacturing, human resources, process optimization, and Latin America operations. Since joining TiteDri in 2015, first as Production Manager and now as HR Director, Waldo has led the production floor with efficiency, consistency, and a positive energy that elevates the entire operation. His leadership ensures every pad meets rigorous quality standards while continually improving safety, teamwork, organizational climate, and cost efficiency. Guided by his strong faith and commitment to family, Waldo brings integrity, reliability, and heart to everything he does.

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Juan Carlos Gavin

Manufacturing Director

Juan Carlos Gavind is a Mechanical Engineer with a Master of Science in Engineering and more than 35 years of experience leading manufacturing operations and industrial organizations across Latin America and the United States. 

Throughout his career, Juan Carlos has developed extensive expertise in the manufacturing of disposable hygiene and paper-based products, including baby diapers, feminine hygiene products, tissue paper, wet wipes, and absorbent food pads. His experience spans production leadership, maintenance, quality systems, process optimization, continuous improvement, and organizational development. 

His international manufacturing career includes leadership positions in Paraguay, Brazil and the United States. He has served in roles ranging from Plant Superintendent and Production Manager to Plant Manager and General Manager, successfully leading manufacturing operations, developing high-performing teams, and supporting sustainable business growth.

 In 2013, Juan Carlos was appointed General Manager of a major tissue paper manufacturing and converting operation in Anápolis, Goiás, Brazil, where he was responsible for overseeing operations and supporting the continued growth of the business.

 In 2025, Juan Carlos joined TiteDri as a Manufacturing Consultant, bringing decades of industry experience to support the company’s operational and growth objectives. He was subsequently invited to assume the role of Director of Manufacturing, where he currently leads the company’s manufacturing operations, with responsibility for Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Continuous Improvement initiatives. 

Juan Carlos’s leadership philosophy is centered on operational excellence, employee development, teamwork, and accountability. He is committed to building a culture of safety, quality, continuous improvement, and customer focus that supports the long-term success of the organization.

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Certifications & Manufacturing Standards

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Built for Compliance. Trusted for Quality.

At TiteDri, we manufacture with precision and integrity — meeting the strictest regulatory standards across industries and regions. Whether you're packaging meat, produce, medical supplies, or specialty applications, you can trust that our pads are produced in facilities that meet or exceed industry expectations for safety, hygiene, and quality.

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Our Certifications & Standards

  • USDA Compliant
    All of our food-grade absorbent pads meet USDA requirements for materials and facility cleanliness — ideal for use in meat, poultry, and produce applications.
  • FDA Compliant
    We use FDA-approved materials in all relevant products, ensuring safe contact with food, medical, and hygiene items where required.
  • EU Compliance (Regulation EC No. 1935/2004)
    We meet European standards for food-contact materials, making our pads suitable for global supply chains and international food safety requirements.
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Quality Manufacturing Standards

  • GMP Certified (Good Manufacturing Practices)
  • We follow strict GMP protocols to ensure every product is manufactured with consistency, traceability, and quality control in mind.
  • SQF Certified (Safe Quality Food)
  • Our SQF certification confirms that our processes meet a globally recognized standard for food safety and quality. From raw material sourcing to final inspection, we are committed to excellence at every stage.
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What This Means for You

Peace of Mind: You’re working with a supplier that understands regulatory complexity

Global Readiness: Compliant with North American and European standards

Reliable Quality: Every pad is produced under strict quality assurance systems

Customer Confidence: Certifications that support your own compliance needs

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We’re happy to provide certificates, declarations of compliance, or assist with your audit and regulatory documentation needs.

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