Global food processing technology company fights food insecurity, supports sustainability
THE WOODLANDS, Tex. – Fortifi Food Processing Systems (“Fortifi”), a global leader in food processing equipment and automation solutions, announced its Enriching Communities initiative as part of its ongoing commitment to combat hunger and food insecurity while it supports a growing world population through sustainable manufacturing.
Around the world, Fortifi companies and their employees partner with food banks and other organizations to improve quality of life at the grassroots level. Recent local initiatives exemplify the sustainable local outreach of Enriching Communities. In Europe, Frontmatec donates and delivers otherwise wasted food to people in need through mental health and social service centers.
In Québec, Canada, Frontmatec partnered with Frigos Pleins (“Full Fridges”) to collect food for the population of Bellechasse. Frontmatec colleagues in Kansas City, Mo., committed a year of volunteerism with Mimi’s Pantry, a local food bank. After a two-week food drive, Cantrell Gainco donated 319 pounds of peanut butter and pasta to its community partner, Georgia Mountain Food Bank.
“Any level of food insecurity creates serious health risks and contributes to economic instability,” said Massimo Bizzi, Chief Executive Office of Fortifi. “The impossible choice between adequate food and other basic needs damages family integrity. As a global food processing organization, we feel a responsibility to support our local communities and help break the cycle of food insecurity. Supporting these initiatives through funding and volunteerism aligns with our purpose and corporate values.”
Employees at Fortifi’s global headquarters have partnered with the Montgomery Food Bank for two upcoming volunteer events, which benefit local Montgomery County residents. Details about future volunteer events at Fortifi companies worldwide will be released in the coming weeks and months.
For more information about Enriching Communities, please visit FortifiFoodSolutions.com/Enriching-Communities.
About Fortifi Food Processing Solutions
Headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas and operating worldwide, Fortifi is a leading platform of automated food processing equipment and automation solutions. Fortifi serves customers worldwide through its global manufacturing and service footprint, and drives improvements in yield, productivity, food quality, and worker safety for many of the world’s largest food producers. Fortifi’s growing portfolio includes Bettcher Industries, a manufacturer of protein processing tools, machinery, and associated aftermarket parts; Frontmatec, a full-line supplier of automated red meat processing equipment; MHM Automation, a provider of automated processing and material handling solutions; Nothum Food Processing Systems, a manufacturer of batter, tempura, breading and frying lines primarily for protein processing, REICH Thermoprozesstechnik GmbH, a leader in thermoprocessing systems for red meat, fish, poultry, cheese, pet food, and other food markets; and LIMA (Les Innovations Mecaniques Alimentaires) S.A.S., a leading designer and manufacturer of separating, grinding, deboning and desinewing equipment for meat production. For more information, please visit: www.FortifiFoodSolutions.com.
