Thomas Foods International, USA is a world leader in premium protein processing and distribution, delivering sustainably sourced, high quality proteins to retail, foodservice, and manufacturing partners nationwide. Our portfolio includes pasture raised lamb, organic and grass fed beef, free range goat, milk fed veal, and specialty exotics, all backed by rigorous quality standards, trusted global sourcing, and a commitment to meeting our customers’ evolving needs. Our flagship Thomas Farms brand is recognized as the #1 brand in lamb and goat, underscoring our leadership in the global protein industry and our unwavering drive to raise the standard in product integrity, service, and customer experience. As part of Australia’s largest family owned meat processor, TFI USA delivers global scale with local expertise, supported by advanced U.S. operations, a rapidly expanding national footprint, and a customer centric approach rooted in partnership and reliability. With a deep focus on safety, innovation, sustainability, and supply chain excellence, TFI USA continues to raise the standard and deliver premium protein solutions that customers can trust. | Thomas Foods International USA is a leading importer of globally sourced protein products and a leader in providing the highest quality protein products throughout North America. We process and distribute more than 100 million pounds of quality meat products year round throughout the USA out of our Lakeside Processing Facility located in Swedesboro, New Jersey. Over the past 30 years, our premium meats have become recognized as some of the world’s finest.
SiteVue AI
At SiteVue AI, our motto is, “See More. Solve More.” We use lightweight cameras and in-house AI to help leaders see what’s actually happening on the floor. Our system captures small inefficiencies and near-misses that usually go undocumented so they can be fixed before an incident occurs. Our partnership with meat processors has led to decreased overhead and increased throughput – all deployed with zero impact to daily work.
Marcus Food Co.
We help companies buy and sell protein – faster, easier, and with less waste. We connect the largest network of buyers and sellers in the country using real-time tech, strong relationships, and hands-on problem-solving to get deals done right.
Guardian Bandsaws
Guardian Bandsaws offers precision-engineered, high-performance bandsaw machines designed for maximum durability, efficiency, and safety. Guardian is excited to introduce the Guardian Lite, the latest innovation in supermarket safety bandsaws. Designed with the highest standards of safety and efficiency, the Guardian Lite offers smooth, reliable cuts while minimizing risk in busy supermarket environments. With user-friendly controls, enhanced vision safety features, and a compact design, it’s the perfect solution for retailers looking to streamline operations without compromising on performance. Trust the Guardian Lite for reliable, precise cuts—safely and effortlessly. Guardian’s safety record speaks for itself, with over 3 million run hours and no accidents.
Fossil Farms
Fossil Farms is a mission driven company guided by principles. We don’t want to be the biggest, but we do want to be the best. That means consistently having the best quality products and the best service in the industry. We are pioneers in providing healthy and sustainable alternatives to conventional red meat, specializing in the highest quality farm raised wild game, game birds, exotic meats, and all natural meats in the country. Since 1997, and to this day, Fossil Farms operates under the firm belief that the conventional meat industry needs to change. Whether you call it industrial animal agriculture, factory farming or concentrated animal feed operations, the fact remains that what’s good for operational efficiency is most often in conflict with what’s good for the planet and the health of the individual consumer. The truth is there is no such thing as cheap meat. The externalized costs of factory farming have negative effects on the welfare of animals, the natural environment and the integral quality of the product itself. We have been challenging the status quo for over 25 years and are driven to do things differently in order to make significant impact in our industry and create more access to, and demand for, sustainable and healthy alternatives to conventional meat. When we first started our family-owned and operated business in 1997, we introduced chefs in the New York Metropolitan market to farm raised Ostrich and Bison, which were considered “exotic meats” at the time. Our goal was to educate chefs about the health benefits of our products and provide something truly different they could put onto their menus. We quickly found that chefs sought more options that were raised by our simple standards, and thus our product line began to expand to include other specialty meats and cuts. Over 25 years later, our product line has grown to well over 500 items, all of which are 100% all natural, source verified, and sustainably raised.
Force of Nature
The best meat on the planet, for the planet. 100% grass fed, pasture raised, regenerative.
FloVision
FloVision uses modular AI vision solutions to measure, optimize, and control protein production. Our compact sensors attach to conveyor belts and workstations to automatically measure yield, quality, and staff performance – unlocking real-time feedback, KPI reporting, and benchmarking across facilities.
Faerch
We are a leading manufacturer of recycled content trays for the foodservice and processing industries. We specialize in trays for all applications – overwrap, heat-sealed, MAP. Featuring all sizes and special project availability.
Applestone Solutions LLC
Applestone’s vending and smart fridge software solution brings flexibility, intelligence, and scalability to self-service fresh food sales. Whether dispensing everyday goods or managing highly perishable products like meat, seafood, and prepared foods, Applestone helps businesses expand their reach, boost sales, reduce wait times, and deliver 24/7 sales experiences. Applestone’s software was originally designed to sell meat with greater safety, intelligence, and regulatory compliance than other leading vending software systems. Unlike any other fresh food vending system, Applestone’s solution tracks inventory at the item level – including individual item details like weight, lot number, expiration date, and price. Retailers always know exactly what’s in stock and where – a crucial capability when dealing with perishable foods that require strict inventory oversight. While Applestone’s solution can sell any kind of product, it’s still the gold standard for butchers, specialty grocers, food producers, supermarkets, and food service brands. From preventing the sale of expired items to issuing automated alerts for temperature fluctuation events, our software reduces waste, improves operational efficiency, and protects brand reputation. Merchants benefit from real-time reporting on sales and inventory, remote diagnostics, and actionable data analytics that optimize restocking, pricing, and location performance. We’ve partnered with a wide variety of hardware manufacturers, allowing us to offer everything from high-capacity refrigerated machines, smart fridges, frozen food machines, and refrigerated and frozen smart lockers. The open architecture of our cloud-based solution allows it to integrate easily with your preferred payment devices, point-of-sale platforms, loyalty programs, and inventory management systems. As a proud member of the Meat Institute, we’re thrilled to be making our debut at the Annual Meat Conference and look forward to meeting retailers and operators who are ready to give vending a try. | Applestone’s vending and smart fridge software solution brings flexibility, intelligence, and scalability to self-service fresh food sales. Whether dispensing everyday goods or managing highly perishable products like fresh prepared foods, meat, and seafood, Applestone helps businesses expand their reach, boost sales, reduce wait times, and deliver 24/7 sales experiences. Applestone’s software was originally designed to sell fresh foods with greater safety, intelligence, and regulatory compliance than other leading vending software systems. Unlike any other fresh food vending system, Applestone’s solution tracks inventory at the item level – including individual item details like weight, lot number, expiration date, and price. Retailers always know exactly what’s in stock and where – a crucial capability when dealing with perishable foods that require strict inventory oversight. While Applestone’s solution can sell any kind of product, it’s the gold standard for butchers, specialty grocers, food producers, supermarkets, and food service brands. From preventing the sale of expired items to issuing automated alerts for temperature fluctuation events, our software reduces waste, improves operational efficiency, and protects brand reputation. Merchants benefit from real-time reporting on sales and inventory, remote diagnostics, and actionable data analytics that optimize restocking, pricing, and location performance. We’ve partnered with a wide variety of hardware manufacturers, allowing us to offer everything from high-capacity refrigerated machines, smart fridges, frozen food machines, and refrigerated and frozen smart lockers. The open architecture of our cloud-based solution allows it to integrate easily with your preferred payment devices, point-of-sale platforms, loyalty programs, and inventory management systems. (Ask us about our ID verification capabilities for regulated products!) We’re excited to be exhibiting at the National Automated Merchandising show and look forward to meeting retailers and operators who are ready to discover the future of fresh food vending.