The manufacturer brings on Custom Kitchen Fabricator, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities, plus more. North American Kitchen Solutions announced it has acquired Custom Kitchen Fabricator. Based in Elyria, Ohio, NAKS and its subsidiary HoodMart specialize in designing and manufacturing ventilation systems and custom-fabricated workspaces. Its acquisition of CKF will help accelerate its growth and provide greater… read more

FOH Worldwide has purchased Smart Buffet Ware, a provider of advanced buffet technology. Founded in 2009 by David Moreland, Smart Buffet Ware provides “eco-friendly” buffet solutions, per a release announcing the deal. It has an exclusive partnership with Tiger Company LTD, a South Korean manufacturer of high-quality buffet ware and multi-purpose trolleys. As part of… read more

Key trends and investment plans for packaging and processing machinery. Snack food makers are optimistic about the future with 92% anticipating at least some growth for the next three years, according to the Snack Foods Packaging Trends white paper and infographic, published by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, the producer of the… read more

Denver-based BSI and Food Service Holdings have selected Atlas Hospitality Reps to represent the company in MAFSI Region 15, consisting of Texas and Oklahoma. Atlas, headquartered in Houston, Texas, boasts over 40 years of combined experience in the foodservice industry and represents an array of equipment, smallwares and tabletop manufacturers. The addition of BSI expands… read more

Sustainable buffet products, including induction systems and beverage dispensers, now join the manufacturer’s portfolio. Miami-based FOH Worldwide has added to its array of buffet offerings with the acquisition of Smart Buffet Ware. Smart Buffet Ware, founded in 2009 by David Moreland, has offered eco-conscious buffet solutions in partnership with Tiger Company LTD—a South Korean manufacturer… read more

The newly appointed individual takes the reins from a 40-year veteran who will retire this spring. SESCO is kicking off the new year with several new appointments. For one, industry veteran Dan Farmer took over as president of the manufacturers’ rep on Jan. 1. Farmer has 30 years of cross-segment experience, from leadership roles at… read more

Pastries were unavailable “due to a manufacturing error.” OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Dunkin’ dropped the “Donuts” from its brand name years ago. Now — at least across Nebraska, New Mexico and some other states — it doesn’t have doughnuts on the shelves either. Dunkin’ stores in Omaha, Lincoln and Grand Island in Nebraska all had… read more

The Middleby (NASDAQ:MIDD) Corporation (NASDAQ:MIDD), a leading player in the U.S. Machinery & Construction sector, has been navigating a challenging landscape marked by recent sales misses and organic growth hurdles. Despite these obstacles, the company has demonstrated resilience through strong margin performance and growing order momentum across its strategic business units. This comprehensive analysis examines… read more

By investing in the right AI-enabled video surveillance solutions, manufacturers can take big leaps toward improving plant floor productivity, workplace safety, compliance reporting, and supply chain efficiency. Unplanned downtime is a killer for any manufacturer. It disrupts productivity and reduces profitability. In worst case scenarios, it can negatively impact brand reputation, total product availability or… read more

Hoshizaki America has announced that Professional Reps will serve as its rep group in the Midwest region, effective January 1. The group will represent the manufacturer in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan and Ohio. “We are thrilled to join forces with Professional Reps as we continue to grow in the Midwest,” says Scott Meyer, vice president of… read more