M&M Equipment Corp. is an industry leader buying and selling new and used food processing equipment and machinery. | M&M Equipment Corp. has been a trusted leader in the industrial food equipment industry for over 33 years. Specializing in buying, selling, and refurbishing used machinery for the food processing sector, particularly the meat and proteins industry, M&M Equipment is known for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. The company’s dedicated team ensures that each piece of equipment is meticulously assessed, refurbished, and ready for service, providing value to food manufacturers across the country. Located in Skokie, Illinois, M&M Equipment stands out as a reliable partner in the food industry, offering solutions that streamline production and maximize efficiency.M&M Auctions Inc. is the sister company of M&M Equipment, specializing in the asset liquidation of industrial food equipment. Focused on providing auction services for surplus equipment in the meat and proteins sectors, M&M Auctions connects buyers and sellers through streamlined auction processes. With expertise in the appraisal and sale of idle or underutilized equipment, M&M Auctions helps food manufacturers maximize returns on their surplus assets, offering customized solutions for each client’s unique needs.Together, M&M Equipment Corp. and M&M Auctions Inc. offer comprehensive solutions for the industrial food equipment market, whether through purchasing and refurbishing used machinery or facilitating the sale of surplus assets. With a deep understanding of the industry, these companies provide exceptional service and unmatched expertise to food manufacturers looking to optimize their operations.
LEISTER TECHNOLOGIES LLC
Leister Technologies AG is based in central Switzerland. Leister is a market leader in the development, manufacture and sale of innovative premium products and customer-oriented solutions for industrial process heat and plastics processing. The successful Swiss technology company has enjoyed continuous growth for decades and is part of the globally active Leister Group. More than 950 employees in 8 countries and 130 sales partners ensure a local presence around the world. www.leister.com | For over 70 years, Leister has been the global leader in plastic welding and industrial hot-air applications. Whether you’re welding PVC, TPO or Modified Bitumen membranes, the performance and reliability of our products makes Leister the preferred choice of professional roofing contractors worldwide. | Leister is the global leader in plastic welding and hot-air equipment. From our high-tech laser workstations and various extrusion welders to our industrial air heaters and blowers, Leister is the choice of plastics manufacturers worldwide. Leister Technologies covers a wide range of technologies for processing plastics that are designed for a broad spectrum of applications. We develop and manufacture application-specific products, including accessories, for welding, shrinking, forming, heating, and joining plastics in our two business areas of plastic welding (Plastic Welding Products) and industrial process heat, as well as laser welding systems (Industrial Heat and Laser Systems). Our dedicated distribution network provides our customers with the maximum customer service and support. Decades of experience in joining plastics and in industrial process heat make us a qualified partner. New products are developed, and existing products are optimized with lots of passion and close coordination with our customers. Our customers benefit from the highest quality, reliability, innovation and care. Our specialists from the fields of process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and product design develop the products and solutions of tomorrow. Forward-thinking technologies are established early on and taken into account in product development, thanks to our focus on customer needs. All solutions are tested and continuously optimized. This results in products that can withstand the rough conditions on construction sites but are also characterized by an industrial design and state-of-the-art technology. | Leister is a market leader in the development, manufacture and sale of innovative premium products and customer-oriented solutions for industrial process heat and plastics processing. The successful Swiss technology company has enjoyed continuous growth for decades and is part of the globally active Leister Group.Decades of experience in joining plastics and in industrial process heat make us a qualified partner. New products are developed, and existing products are optimized with lots of passion and close coordination with our customers. Our customers benefit from the highest quality, reliability, innovation and care.Our specialists from the fields of process engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and product design develop the products and solutions of tomorrow. Forward-thinking technologies are established early on and taken into account in product development, thanks to our focus on customer needs. All solutions are tested and continuously optimized. This results in products that can withstand the rough conditions on construction sites but are also characterized by an industrial design and state-of-the-art technology. | Discover why Leister Technologies is the global leader in high-quality, user-friendly hot air and wedge plastic welding machines. Our equipment has set the standard for reliability and ease of use in the sign industry, renowned as the go-to solution for banner welding. Our comprehensive range of sign-finishing machines is designed to maximize production efficiency. Whether you need welded hems, pole pockets, or rope/keder additions, Leister Technologies has the perfect solution. Our diverse lineup includes stationary rotary welders, table mount welders, crawlers, and options for low voltage wedge and hot air welding. Our technical textile and industrial fabric welders are time-saving additions to your shop, offering virtually maintenance-free operation, ease of setup, and an alternative to sewing or taping thermoplastics such as PVC, PE, PU, and PP. Ideal for banners, trade show graphics, pole signs, awnings, pop-up tents, fence mesh, and more, our machines enhance your productivity and efficiency. Supported by our extensive international distributor network and a dedicated team of US-based professionals, Leister Technologies ensures your operations remain seamless and productive. Visit us at our booth to explore diverse welding solutions. See firsthand how our innovative equipment can meet your needs. | Leister is a leader in the development, manufacture, and distribution of innovative premium products and customer-oriented solutions for industrial process heating as well as plastics processing. The successful Swiss technology company has been growing continuously for decades and is part of the globally active Leister Group. More than 950 employees in 8 countries and 130 sales partners ensure local presence around the world. Improving people’s quality of life is the goal of the Leister Group – with innovative products, services, and new technologies. For more than 70 years.Leister Technologies offers affordable and reliable industrial heating solutions like heaters, blowers and hot air blowers for manufacturers. We cover most of the industrial process heat and plastic connection applications with affordable and reliable industrial heating solutions. The company’s products can aid users in increasing cost- effectiveness and efficiency of their process systems. Whether for activating, heating, deflashing, melting, shrinking, sterilizing, drying, or warming, Leister has a solution for your industrial process.
Latini Hohberger Dhimantec
Latini Hohberger Dhimantec is a leading global manufacturer providing machines and systems to the confectionery making industry. LHD Inc. is a leading global manufacturer providing machines and systems to the confectionery making industry. We innovate and supply solutions for the confectionery, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and bakery industries. For over 95 years we have been delivering single-stage and turn-key systems for your needs. Our facility in the Chicago, IL area is equipped with the most up-to-date production equipment to ensure top-notch quality and superior service. With over 95 years of industry experience, Latini-Hohberger Dhimantec is the finest source for your engineering requirements, custom designs, and candy-making ventures. With four manufacturing plants focusing on machine design, new product development and machine rebuilding, Latini-Hohberger Dhimantec is an unparalleled leader in the confectionery machine making industry. As an industry leader, LHD has a long-standing commitment to producing quality machinery utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing procedures. | Latini Hohberger Dhimantec Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of confectionery processing and packaging equipment for sweets and snack producers worldwide. With decades of engineering expertise and manufacturing rooted in Chicago, we design and build reliable solutions for cooking, forming, cooling, coating, and wrapping a wide range of candy and snack products.Our portfolio supports everything from R&D and pilot-scale production to full industrial lines, with a focus on consistency, food safety, and long-term serviceability. We work closely with manufacturers to deliver practical, scalable systems—whether upgrading legacy equipment or developing new production capabilities.From hard candy and gummies to chocolate, nuts, and specialty snacks, Latini Hohberger Dhimantec combines proven design with modern controls and hands-on technical support to help brands produce with confidence. | Latini Hohberger Dhimantec Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of confectionery processing and packaging equipment for sweets and snack producers worldwide. With decades of engineering expertise and manufacturing rooted in Chicago, we design and build reliable solutions for cooking, forming, cooling, coating, and wrapping a wide range of candy and snack products. Our portfolio supports everything from R&D and pilot-scale production to full industrial lines, with a focus on consistency, food safety, and long-term serviceability. We work closely with manufacturers to deliver practical, scalable systems—whether upgrading legacy equipment or developing new production capabilities. From hard candy and gummies to chocolate, nuts, and specialty snacks, Latini Hohberger Dhimantec combines proven design with modern controls and hands-on technical support to help brands produce with confidence.
LASKA USA
With a history spanning over 140 years, Laska is dedicated to manufacturing specialized, high-quality machinery and automated production lines for the food industry, ranging from meat, sausage, cheese, confectionery, and more. Laska is renowned for its comprehensive product portfolio, which includes advanced bowl cutters, grinders, mixers, emulsifiers, and frozen meat cutters, all engineered with a focus on precision, hygiene, and efficiency. Laska’s expertise also extends beyond individual machines to providing full production line solutions, delivering turnkey projects and consistently pushing the boundaries of food processing technology to meet the evolving demands of customers in over 140 countries. Additionally, Laska USA, the US-based daughter company, also serves as a representative for other manufacturers, including Astech automated bandsaws; Qupac tray denesting and loading equipment; Fava handling, cutting, and packaging systems; Jegerings vegetable processing equipment; and Maja flake ice machines.
Kocotek
Kocotek was established in 1979 and has since become a leading marketer and full-service supplier of advanced processing and packaging systems, specifically for the cocoa, chocolate, nuts and seeds, confectionery and baking industries. Serving the industry for over 40 years, we have developed an in-depth knowledge of the North American food processing industry. Our experienced sales consultants take a “hands on” approach and have the unique knowledge to assess your manufacturing needs. From laboratory-scale to industrial turnkey facilities, we provide expert advice and complete solutions from our world-renowned machinery suppliers. | Founded in 1979, Kocotek Corporation is a leading, full-service supplier of advanced processing and packaging systems for the food, cocoa/chocolate, confectionery, nutrition, and baking industries. We partner with the world’s most renowned machinery suppliers. With 45 years of experience, we have deep knowledge in the North American food processing sector. Our hands-on sales consultants quickly assess your needs and provide expert guidance, from laboratory-scale setups to industrial turnkey solutions.
J-Tec Material Handling
Established in 1970 and incorporated by Katoen Natie in 1999, J-Tec has been a leading provider of automated material handling systems and process engineering solutions for over five decades. With a rich history of experience and a global footprint, we have evolved into a trusted partner for clients in the food and chemical industries worldwide. What sets us apart is our commitment to a personalised approach for each project. At J-Tec, we pride ourselves on being supplier-independent, allowing us to deliver tailor-made solutions for every unique challenge. Our philosophy rejects the one-size-fits-all model; instead, we engage with you, leveraging our in-house expertise and tools to craft a bespoke solution for your specific project. More than just your supplier, J-Tec is your partner during the entire process. From conceptual design to detailed engineering, procurement and manufacturing, through to installation and commissioning, we stand by your side. Should you require it, we also provide comprehensive training and maintenance support.Experience the difference with J-Tecâa partner committed to your projectâs success! | Founded in 1970, and incorporated by Katoen Natie in 1999, J-Tec has been active as a supplier of automated material handling systems and process engineering solutions for over 50 years. These many decades of experience and international expertise make us an established partner for customers in food and chemical industries around the globe. Our strength lies in the personal approach we bring to every single project. J-Tec is supplier independent, meaning we can guarantee a customized solution for every challenge. We don’t offer a one-size-fits-all approach; instead we listen to you and use our in-house knowledge and tools to develop a tailored solution for your project. More than just your supplier, J-Tec is your partner during the complete process: starting from the conceptual design, on through detailed engineering, procurement and manufacturing, up until installation and commissioning, and if required training and maintenance.
IPCO US LLC
IPCO is a world leading supplier of multi-stage process systems for the production of high quality composite materials. The company delivers efficient manufacturing solutions including the ThermoPress range of double belt press systems for impregnation, lamination and consolidation, and the ScatterPro series of precision scattering systems. | IPCO supplies chocolate forming and moulding equipment, with systems designed for the production of chips, chunks, drops and blocks, and decorative products such as shavings, rolls, pencils, blossoms and more. They also manufacture steel belts used in applications ranging from conveying to continuous processes, such as cooling/solidification, conditioning, drop-forming and casting for caramel, chocolate, hard melt candy, nougat, nut brittle and more all inside custom single and triple pass cooling tunnels. The company will be exhibiting its Rotoform, high capacity rotary drop depositor, with live chocolate chip forming at capacities up to 3,000kg/hr. Chips of various sizes and shapes can be formed from 300 to 30,000 pieces per kg with fast changeover to different chip formats.
Imperial Design Technologies
Imperial Design Technologies is a USA-made manufacturer with over 40 years of experience in chocolate production machinery, including molding plants/depositors, enrobers, extruders, cooling tunnels, tempering units, melting tanks, and more. We serve the food processing industry with innovative, high-quality equipment for chocolate, confectionery, and bar production, while our American manufacturing provides shorter lead times, convenient communication, and dependable support across North America. | Imperial Design Technologies is a USA-made manufacturer with over 40 years of experience in chocolate production machinery, including molding plants/depositors, enrobers, extruders, cooling tunnels, tempering units, melting tanks, and more. We serve the food processing industry with innovative, high-quality equipment for chocolate, confectionery, and bar production, while our American manufacturing provides shorter lead times, convenient communication, and dependable support across North America.
IKA Works Inc
IKA laboratory technology provides a broad portfolio of innovative equipment designed for diverse research and development applications. Trusted by market leaders, our solutions support essential processes including mixing, heating, distilling, and grinding. IKA holds a leading global position with its cutting-edge magnetic stirrers, mixers, overhead stirrers, shakers, homogenizers, mills, rotary evaporators, calorimeters, laboratory reactors, and specialized software. Our offering also includes advanced temperature control systems such as circulators, baths, and chillers. | The Process Technology division of IKA offers turnkey solutions and state-of-the-art manufacturing options. IKA‘s solutions include: dispersing machines, homogenizers, stirrers, jet flow agitators, kneading machines, vacuum dryers as well as ready-for-use process plants, all being manufactured in IKA‘s outstanding high product quality. Consulting, design and realization of complex projects as well as proactive after-sales services complete IKA’s solution portfolio. | IKA® Works, Inc. celebrates over 100 years as a global market leader in laboratory, analytical and process equipment. IKA technology offers stirrers, dispersers, shakers, mills, rotary evaporators, dry block heaters, calorimeters, laboratory reactors and incubation shakers. The US subsidiary is located in Wilmington, NC and its headquarters is in Staufen, Germany. | IKA celebrates over 100 years as a global market leader in laboratory, analytical and process equipment. IKA technology offers stirrers, dispersers, shakers, mills, rotary evaporators, dry block heaters, calorimeters, laboratory reactors and incubation shakers. The US subsidiary is located in Wilmington, NC and its headquarters is in Staufen, Germany. | IKA’s Process Technology division delivers turnkey solutions and cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities. Our comprehensive portfolio includes dispersing machines, homogenizers, stirrers, jet flow agitators, kneading machines, vacuum dryers, and fully integrated process plants — all produced with IKA’s renowned commitment to exceptional quality. From consultation and design to the execution of complex projects and proactive after-sales support, IKA provides end-to-end expertise tailored to customer needs. | IKA provides scalable and efficient machinery solutions to solve complex challenges in EV battery manufacturing. Turnkey to customized solutionsTrusted to new emerging materialsLiquid to solid state processingR&D to scale-up production | The Process Technology division of IKA offers turnkey solutions and state-of-the-art manufacturing options. IKA‘s solutions include: dispersing machines, homogenizers, stirrers, jet flow agitators, kneading machines, vacuum dryers as well as ready-for-use process plants, all being manufactured in IKA‘s outstanding high product quality. Consulting, design and realization of complex projects as well as proactive after-sales services complete IKA’s processing portfolio.
Idaho Steel Products
Since 1918, Idaho Steel has invested in first-class research and engineering to innovate the global food processing industry and subsequently manufacture and install the market’s leading potato processing equipment. Our team of professionals will guide your company through our innovative solutions that will revolutionize your manufacturing processes. Are you ready for less waste, greater efficiency, and a streamlined set-up, training, and maintenance plan? Our team will take the time to understand your organization’s unique needs, resulting in customized solutions and state-of-the-art equipment built to accomplish your goals.