Middleby Acquires JC Ford, Leader in Chip and Tortilla Production Systems

November 7, 2024 Middleby

The Middleby Corporation announced the acquisition of JC Ford, a leading manufacturer of tortilla production equipment systems. Founded in 1945, the company is based in Columbia, Tenn., and has $70 million in annual revenues.

Will Means Joins Middleby as President of Southbend

Industry veteran Will Means has joined Middleby as President of Southbend. Will and Middleby Group President John Perruccio will work closely together at Southbend for the rest of the year to ensure a smooth management transition. Southbend is based in Fuquay-Varina, N.C.

Middleby Acquires GBT GmbH Bakery Technology

February 8, 2024 Middleby

The Middleby Corporation announced the acquisition of GBT GmbH Bakery Technology (GBT). Based in Lünen, Germany, the company has expertise in engineering and manufacturing high-grade industrial baking and bread lines. Annual revenues are approximately €10 million.

Davisware Expands its Partnership with Middleby Corporation

September 29, 2023 Davisware

Davisware, a leading provider of cloud-based software built for manufacturers and commercial field service companies, is proud to announce the extension of its partnership with Middleby Corporation (Middleby), a worldwide manufacturer of commercial kitchen equipment, residential appliances and systems for industrial processing, packaging, and baking. Having been a loyal Global Warranty customer of Davisware for more than two decades, this collaborative relationship now offers the opportunity to extend the benefits of Global Warranty to other esteemed Middleby brands, both in its commercial and residential divisions.

Middleby Acquires Trade-Wind Manufacturing LLC

August 1, 2023 Middleby

The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) today announced the acquisition of Trade-Wind Manufacturing LLC, a premier manufacturer of ventilation innovation for indoor and outdoor residential use. Based in Phoenix, Trade-Wind has approximately $10 million in annual revenues.