J.E. Grote Company, Inc. has successfully sold a minority interest to Brown Brothers Harriman Capital Partners Private Equity to accelerate its growth in the food processing industry.

Information on the Target

J.E. Grote Company, Inc., headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is a global leader in high-end commercial food processing and automation solutions. Established in 1972, Grote pioneered the automated "slice-and-apply" technology in the pizza industry and has since developed a strong legacy of innovation. The company has broadened its portfolio across all food categories, serving clients both domestically and internationally.

Grote operates as a comprehensive provider of engineered, customized automation solutions that include assembly lines, slicers, applicators, conveying systems, peelers, washers, and hydro cutters. Additionally, the company offers a wide array of consumable replacement parts and service offerings. Under its "Family of Brands," which encompasses five complementary businesses — Grote, Vanmark, PFI, ProFab, and SPI — the company delivers integrated, end-to-end solutions to its global customer base.

Industry Overview in the Target’s Specific Country

The food processing industry in the United States is robust and continuously evolving, driven by advances in technology and consumer preferences for convenience and quality. Compa