While M&A activity in the sector has slowed considerably in 2024, recent moves reflect two key themes that will likely continue when the pace of dealmaking picks up. 

Manufacturers and distributors of frozen and chilled products need to prioritize safety in every stage of their automation process.

As demand for cold and frozen storage surges, selecting the right racking system along with state-of-the-art pallet shuttle technology can help processors store and retrieve products more efficiently.

Technology can play an important role in combating rising energy costs by cutting consumption and helping cold chain operators identify their weak points.

A2Ls provide the HVACR industry, as well as the sectors depending on it, with solutions that significantly reduce global warming impact.

Wells Enterprises has made Le Mars, Iowa, world famous and is currently in the midst of a multi-year expansion at its New York plant.  

Schwan's Company plans a 700,000 square-foot Asian-style food production facility.

Selecting a storage and warehouse supplier is a pivotal decision that can significantly affect the operational efficiency, cost and quality assurance of a business.

The modern distribution facility includes 12,000 square feet of fully automated freezer capacity, end-to-end research and development capabilities, automated production lines to increase their sales capacity, and space for five additional production lines. 

Pet ownership is on the rise, with the COVID-19 pandemic fueling growth and the data suggests that it is not slowing down any time soon.