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Women Industry Leaders Group to Meet Ahead of National Restaurant Association Show
Women Industry Leaders Group to Meet Ahead of National Restaurant Association Show

The May 15 event is free to attend and will bring together inspiring voices, powerful conversations, and meaningful connections across the foodservice equipment and supplies industry. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/27/2026


Ali Group Adds BUNN to Welbilt Portfolio
Ali Group Adds BUNN to Welbilt Portfolio

CEO Filippo Berti praises the dispensed beverage equipment manufacturer for its strong heritage and culture of innovation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Display Case Manufacturer Federal Industries Sold to AeriTek
Display Case Manufacturer Federal Industries Sold to AeriTek

The FEDA manufacturer member’s U.S. manufacturing capacity is expected to help drive foodservice channel growth for its new parent company. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


New Krowne Smart Factory Boosts Capacity 50%
New Krowne Smart Factory Boosts Capacity 50%

The facility’s new production floor is outfitted with robotic systems, advanced machining, and connected technology that the company said will work together to create a manufacturing environment designed for the next generation of innovation. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


11 FEDA Manufacturer Members Honored with Kitchen Innovations Awards
11 FEDA Manufacturer Members Honored with Kitchen Innovations Awards

This year’s awardees reflect the challenges operators are managing, including workforce constraints, tighter margins, and limited room for disruption during service. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/23/2026


Burkett Adds Field Service for Commercial Refrigeration and Ice Machines
Burkett Adds Field Service for Commercial Refrigeration and Ice Machines

The new service program provides on-site maintenance and minor repairs at customer locations in the Toledo, Ohio, area. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/16/2026


Ark MFG Acquires North American Kitchen Solutions’ Stainless Steel Brands
Ark MFG Acquires North American Kitchen Solutions’ Stainless Steel Brands

Stainless Specialties Inc., Lane Manufacturing, and Custom Kitchen Fabricators will operate independently while retaining their existing teams and leadership. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/9/2026


Wasserstrom Acquires Fellow Ohio Dealer Breckenridge Kitchen Equipment & Design
Wasserstrom Acquires Fellow Ohio Dealer Breckenridge Kitchen Equipment & Design

The acquisition is expected to strengthen Wasserstrom’s equipment project management capabilities and further its ability to offer advanced kitchen design. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted02/2/2026


Upcoming CFESA Training Events
Upcoming CFESA Training Events

Planned courses will focus on refrigeration repair, EGS&W systems, electrical theory, and new technician training. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/19/2026


WebstaurantStore Opens Its Largest Distribution Facility
WebstaurantStore Opens Its Largest Distribution Facility

The new facility in Hagerstown, Maryland, includes 7 miles of conveyors and will primarily serve customers in the Northeast. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/12/2026


New Italian Middleby Innovation Center to Showcase Equipment and Further R&D
New Italian Middleby Innovation Center to Showcase Equipment and Further R&D

The facility is designed to help customers test, validate and train with resources geared toward their specific business. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted01/6/2026


Vollrath Reveals Plans for Modern Manufacturing Facility at Wisconsin Headquarters
Vollrath Reveals Plans for Modern Manufacturing Facility at Wisconsin Headquarters

The 110,000-square-foot multiyear expansion will enable the FEDA manufacturer member to streamline production, increase operational efficiency and incorporate newer production technologies. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted12/15/2025