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DSI Finishes Expansion of Frain Industries Manufacturing, Warehouse Site

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The addition brings Frain’s total facility to approximately 530,000 square feet, making it a significant investment in the region’s growing manufacturing base.

January 30, 2026

Development Solutions, Inc. (DSI) has announced the completion of a 200,000-square-foot warehouse and showroom expansion for Frain Industries, located in Carol Stream, Illinois.

The addition brings Frain’s total facility to approximately 530,000 square feet, making it a significant investment in the region’s growing manufacturing base.

Constructed of precast concrete and structural steel, the new facility enhances Frain’s capabilities in packaging and processing equipment solutions, expanding its ability to refurbish, integrate and deliver equipment to manufacturers nationwide. The expansion also includes a state-of-the-art showroom that provides a fully operational environment where customers and OEM partners can experience Frain’s turnkey, plug-and-play systems in action.

“This expansion represents an exciting new chapter for our company and our customers,” said Chris Frain, president of Frain Industries. “Our new facility allows us to accelerate innovation, expand our service capacity, and continue delivering the flexible, cost-effective equipment solutions our clients rely on.”

“We’re proud to deliver this major project for Frain Industries,” said Jake Karamol, co-owner and managing partner a  DSI. “This project showcases our design-build expertise and underscores our commitment to helping our clients grow with state-of-the- art facilities in the region.”

KEYWORDS: design-build equipment manufacturer food processing equipment OEM suppliers

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