Columbus, Ohio, October 23, 2024 – The Grote Company brand family is a provider of the highest quality equipment and services to the food processing industry and is the parent company of the food processing industry. grote company, PFI, Vanmark and pro fabannounced today that it has acquired SPI automationis a provider of automation and robotics solutions for labor-intensive manufacturing, with locations in Sandy, Utah and Salt Lake City.
said Bob Grote, CEO of Grote Company. “SPI’s expertise in the food processing sector is a natural fit for our family of brands and will enable us to offer more complete solutions to our customers.”
“SPI Automation could not be more enthusiastic about this acquisition by the Grote Family of Brands,” said Tom Wright, President of SPI Automation. “We feel this is an ideal fit as SPI’s capabilities complement the Grote brand’s wide range of products. Our proven solutions for food and beverage are a perfect fit.”
SPI’s experience in food production automation is based on products under the Grote brand. The company’s capabilities extend robotic applications and control capabilities for all departments, including:
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PFI conveyance system
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Vanmark potato processing line
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Grote Company’s robotic food assembly automation
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ProFab meat and poultry equipment
SPI will remain an independent brand and continue to support existing customers.
About SPI Automation
SPI automation is a control systems integrator based in Utah. The company has rich experience in providing material handling, machine control and process control services to customers. We offer a wide range of industrial automation control solutions for industries such as food and beverage, manufacturing, automotive, medical equipment, machine control, and warehousing. SPI Automation was formed in 2022 through the merger of Precision Automated Technology, founded in 1994, and SPI Automation, founded in 2002.
About the Grote Company brand family
The Grote Company brand family includes: grote company, PFI, Vanmarkand pro fabhas been providing food processing equipment, parts and services for decades. Together, we provide food manufacturers with a team of experts dedicated to providing more complete solutions and unwavering support. Learn more about our brand. grotecompany.com/company profile/
