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Klöckner Pentaplast acquires Farmamak

Farmamak brings technology, an experienced work force, manufacturing and commercial know-how as well as new production capacities to the Klöckner Pentaplast Group.

November 1, 2016

Klöckner Pentaplast, Gordonsville, Va., acquired Farmamak, a Turkey-based provider of rigid film solutions.

TricorBraun announces extensive European expansion

The increased logistic capabilities with global warehousing options means more transparent oversight for its global customers.

November 1, 2016

TricorBraun, St. Louis, announced an extensive European expansion via its UK-based subsidiary, and will change its name from Packaging Design Ltd. to TricorBraun Ltd.

Associated Wholesale Grocers announces successful unification of cooperatives

This combination of retailers dubs AWG the largest wholesale grocery cooperative in the United States supplying groceries in 35 states.

October 31, 2016

Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG), Kansas City, Kan., announced its successful unification with Affiliated Foods Midwest (AFM), Norfolk, Neb.

Woodruff Corp., O’Neil Color & Compounding change company names

The Primex family encompass five U.S. locations and one in Europe, providing just-in-time materials and 24/7 technical support.

October 31, 2016

Woodruff Corp. and O’Neil Color & Compounding announced a company name change to Primex Design & Fabrication and Primex Color, Compounding & Additives, respectively.

Sonwil Distribution opens facility in Arlington, TX

Sonwil’s Arlington location will include parking for more than 150 employees, a cross-dock facility, secure drop trailer lot, more than 30 overhead dock doors and seven rail doors.

October 28, 2016

Sonwil Distribution Center, Buffalo, N.Y., opened a new operation in Arlington, Texas.

Industry associations shuffle execs, create new positions

October 28, 2016

Here's this week's lineup of personnel changes in the cold food and beverage industry.

Harry’s Fresh Foods opens production facility in Nashville

The new production facility will eventually employ more than 300 workers, and produce branded and private label products for club, retail, industrial and foodservice customers.

October 27, 2016

Harry’s Fresh Foods, a Portland, Ore.-based manufacturer of premium refrigerated and frozen soups, entrées, sides and desserts, opened a new 200,000-square-foot production facility in Nashville, Tenn.

Polaris Logistics opens San Francisco office

October 27, 2016

Polaris Logistics Group, a Toledo, Ohio-based third-party logistics provider, opened an office in the San Francisco (Richmond), Calif.

United Fresh report highlights foodservice menu trends

The report showcases the latest innovations in fresh produce use in foodservice and explores how innovative chefs and foodservice operations are incorporating fresh fruits and vegetables to create flavorful and vibrant menus.

October 26, 2016

The Fall 2016 issue of Fresh Insights for Foodservice report, a quarterly report from United Fresh, Washington, D.C., showcases the latest innovations in fresh produce use in foodservice and explores how innovative chefs and foodservice operations are incorporating fresh fruits and vegetables to create flavorful and vibrant menus.

Label Insight, LANSA partner to develop product data solution

The partnership also makes participation in the SmartLabel initiative fast and easy for LANSA customers.

October 25, 2016

Label Insight, St. Louis, Mo., and LANSA, Downers Grove, Ill., partnered to offer a product data solution that will help brands provide consumers with a detailed level of product transparency.