Prinova, a worldwide provider of ingredients, flavors, and nutrient premises, announces the acquisition of Lakeshore Technologies. The contract manufacturer offers a variety of toll processing services, including micronizing, blending, repackaging, sifting as well sa metal detection and removal.
As part of the Prinova family, Lakeshore brings new technologies including ceramic jet milling, hammer milling, and inline blending as well as engineering and system design expertise. In addition, there is a dedicated psyllium husk manufacturing line to service the cereal and bar industries.
Lakeshore Technologies was founded in 1997 by Ed Walczak and has grown from a small start-up operation to its current 75,000 square foot facility.
"We are extremely happy to welcome Lakeshore Technologies into the Prinova family," says Don Thorp, president of Prinova. "Our objective is to seek out strategic partners who bring additional value-added services to meet the needs of our customers. This acquisition expands our capabilities, brings talented people to the organization and provides agility for our customers within the industry."
"This partnership provides Lakeshore Technologies with the investment needed to build an even more sustainable operation, hire new staff, and build upon its expertise," adds Jason Sikkenga, Prinova general manager of ingredients and particle enhancement divisions.
According to Ricardo Lopez, president of Lakeshore Technologies. "Our manufacturing excellence combined with Prinova's commercial expertise makes for a perfect marriage between our two organizations."
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