Platforms
Metal Fabrication Machinery
Carruthers Equipment Company
Warrenton, OR
In 1950, Carruthers introduced the very first automated tuna filling machine, and today is an innovative leader in size reduction, filling and slicing equipment for the food processing industry. Sold to Pfingsten Partners in 2009.
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WA Whitney
Rockford, IL
Leaders in design and manufacture of plasma, plasma punch and laser technology for metal plate fabricators. Acquired in 2004.
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Bertsch Rolls
Cambridge City, IN
Founded in 1879, Bertsch has earned worldwide recognition as the leader in the manufacturing of innovation, heavy-duty metal rolling equipment. Acquired in 2003.
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Marlen Research
Overland Park, KS
Today we design and build food processing equipment for many countries and many markets, including meat, poultry, fish, vegetables, fruit, bakery, confectioneries, snacks and dairy goods. Sold to Pfingsten Partners in 2009.
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Shield Industries
Hutchinson, KS
With over 2,000 full-line dealers across the Greater Midwest, ShieldAG designs, manufactures and distributes a full line of tillage tools and hardware, including V blades, chisel spikes and disc blades. Sold controlling interest to remaining shareholder in 2002.
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Whitco Poles
Fort Worth, TX
Since 1969, Whitco has been providing structural steel and aluminum lighting poles across the globe. Sold minority interest to remaining shareholder in 2002.
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E-Flow Ovens
Hutchinson, KS
Manufacture high capacity commercial pizza ovens. The X2 design is compact, stackable, and is equipped with dual conveyor belts in each baking chamber. The result is a flexible baking system that doubles capacity. Sold to Lincoln Foodservice in 2000.
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Pioneer Cranes
Grandview, MO
Designed and manufactured revolutionary hydraulic truck mounted crane. The X outrigger was designed to be the safest crane on the market with many user friendly features. Sold to Manitex Cranes in 2000.
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Reno Technology
Hutchinson, KS
Since 1965, Reno Technology has provided innovative process solutions for the food processing industry, most notably exact weight portioners, product racks, dumpers, vats, continuous mold systems, thermal processing equipment, and custom designed tanks and hoppers. Sold to Pfingsten Partners in 2009.
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Mega Manufacturing
Hutchinson, KS
Since 1974, Mega Manufacturing has been producing the Piranha ironworker - long recognized as the metal fabrication industry's Number One brand.