The Provisur acquisition extends Fortifi’s downstream processing capabilities with advanced solutions to grind, form, slice, and tumble protein. Provisur’s family of brands—including AM2C, Beehive, Cashin, Formax, Hoegger, Lutetia, and Weiler—will complement Fortifi’s current technologies and broaden its ability to deliver integrated solutions and continuous performance improvements to the global food processing industry, it says.

“Provisur represents another important step forward in building Fortifi into a diversified, global leader in food processing automation,” says Josh Weisenbeck, partner at KKR and Fortifi board member. “By bringing Fortifi closer to its customers through Provisur’s expertise in further processing and strong aftermarket capabilities, we’re strengthening the platform’s ability to deliver greater efficiency, reliability, and sustainability across the global food production value chain.”

The strategic partnership aims to deepen Fortifi’s aftermarket capabilities, expanding customer access to parts, service, and technical expertise across a large and diverse installed base and network of service technicians. Provisur’s established support network and customer relationships enhance its ability to deliver ongoing performance improvements, reduce customer factory downtime, and extend equipment lifespan, it notes.

“As we join Fortifi, we gain the strength and stability of a larger organization - one that empowers us to grow our business and amplify customer impact,” says Brian Perkins, president of Provisur Technologies. “Together, we can accelerate growth, reach new customers in new markets, and introduce Fortifi’s market-leading solutions to the customers who already place their trust in Provisur.”

Provisur employees now join Fortifi’s broad-based ownership program, which provides all employees with the opportunity to participate in the benefits of equity ownership.

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