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Longtime John Boos Vice President to Retire, Successor Named
Longtime John Boos Vice President to Retire, Successor Named

During his nearly 40-year career, Ted Gravenhorst helped expand the manufacturer’s commercial foodservice division. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


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


Middleby Innovation Kitchens Bolsters Team With New Hire
Middleby Innovation Kitchens Bolsters Team With New Hire

Jennifer Schafer brings manufacturer experience and a passion for hospitality to the role of innovation kitchen coordinator. 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


Clark Associates Donates $25,000 to Texas Habitat for Humanity Project
Clark Associates Donates $25,000 to Texas Habitat for Humanity Project

The grant will help fund the development of Relyea Crossing, a new community that will provide homeownership opportunities for seven families in the Houston area. 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


Equipment Sales Rose at Close of 2025, But MAFSI Warns Outside Factors Could Cause Slowdown
Equipment Sales Rose at Close of 2025, But MAFSI Warns Outside Factors Could Cause Slowdown

Manufacturers report a sluggish start to 2026 as tariffs, inflation, and Middle East tensions have the potential to impact sales. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Federal Appeals Court Invalidates Key NLRB Union Organizing Standard
Federal Appeals Court Invalidates Key NLRB Union Organizing Standard

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 6th Circuit finds that the NLRB engaged in rulemaking outside the normal procedures when it adopted the Cemex standard. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Atosa Program Includes Equipment Donations to Local Food Banks
Atosa Program Includes Equipment Donations to Local Food Banks

The FEDA manufacturer member will choose five operator winners every month, each of whom can select a local food bank of their choice to receive a top-mount reach-in refrigerator. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/16/2026


Restaurant Operators Optimistic for Sales Increase Over Next Six Months
Restaurant Operators Optimistic for Sales Increase Over Next Six Months

Customer traffic remains a challenge, according to the January 2026 Restaurant Performance Index, but most operators are still making and planning equipment purchases. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026


Trade Court Orders Federal Government to Issue Tariff Refunds
Trade Court Orders Federal Government to Issue Tariff Refunds

To comply with the court ruling, U.S. Customs and Border Protection is developing a refund process that could be ready within 45 days. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026


Avanti Honors Longtime Employee With Inaugural Leadership Award
Avanti Honors Longtime Employee With Inaugural Leadership Award

Coinciding with Women in Construction Week, Mariah McManaman was recognized for strengthening the distributor’s systems, supporting cross-functional collaboration, and representing Avanti with professionalism and credibility. Continue Reading

Postedby Tim O'Connor
Date posted03/9/2026