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Congratulations to these NAFEM members, who are celebrating significant anniversaries in 2025. If you have something to celebrate, send us your story and we’ll add it to the page!
Alto-Shaam, Inc.
70th Anniversary
Alto-Shaam , Menomonee Falls, Wis., kicked off its 70th anniversary at The NAFEM Show in February with a party that included 1,000+ industry peers who enjoyed historical displays, themed drinks and live 80s music. Alto-Shaam continues the celebration, with pop-up events planned around the world with global partners and sharing moments throughout Alto-Shaam’s history on social media platforms.
Antunes
70th Anniversary
2025 marks the 70th anniversary of Antunes, Carol Stream, Ill., evolving from a small team in a single building to a global team across three continents. The team might look different today but the goal of making customers successful hasn’t changed. At Antunes, they are proud manufacturers of solutions-based equipment relied on by the global foodservice industry.
CAL-MIL Plastic Products, Inc.
60th Anniversary
From the days of helmet molds and the iconic pebble salad bowl to a 400+ page catalog packed with trend-forward essentials the foodservice world didn’t know it needed, but now can’t live without, Cal-Mil, Oceanside, Cal., has come a long way! Cal-Mil credits industry partners and friends for helping them grow, innovate, and serve up style every step of the way. Cal-Mil’s 60th anniversary catalog celebrates the milestone with a page devoted to the company’s history inside. Cheers to 60 years!
Duke Manufacturing Co.
100th Anniversary
Duke, St. Louis, Mo., is celebrating100 years, kicking things off at The NAFEM Show which provided an opportunity to engage with external partners. This spring, a luncheon was held at the Sedalia, Mo., factory with a taco bar for 500 employees. Duke gifts were provided to each employee and those celebrating significant milestones were recognized. There also was a breakfast event at the St. Louis headquarters where gifts were distributed and employees participated in a history trivia game where teams had to compete to correctly place events on Duke’s 100-year timeline. More events are planned throughout the year.
Edlund Company, LLC, a Welbilt Company
100th Anniversary
In commemoration of 100 years in business, Edlund , Burlington, Vt., announced the expansion of its product offerings. At The NAFEM Show, Edlund introduced equipment solutions that efficiently drive kitchen prep and support the company’s recently updated mission: “Empowering customers worldwide to become more productive and profitable.”
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Hatco Corporation
75th Anniversary
In celebration of Hatco Corporation’s 75th anniversary, Sturgeon Bay, Wis., the company made a $75,000 donation to Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin—with a generous matching gift from NAFEM doubling the impact! This incredible total gift of $150,000 means nearly 600,000 meals for families across Eastern Wis.
LowTemp Industries
78th Anniversary
LTI, Jonesboro, Ga., celebrates 78 years in business, grateful for the founders’ vision in creating the company. LowTemp recognizes all past and current employees; the company’s success is directly tied to its talented team. Nearly eight decades later, LTI is family owned and operated and deeply rooted in Clayton County, Ga.
Sharp Electronics Corporation
60th Anniversary
Sharp Electronics Corporation, Montvale, N.J., celebrates 60 years in the United States commercial microwave oven market! In addition, for 20+ years, Sharp has manufactured built in drawer style microwave ovens and recently launched its full kitchen suite, including expanded lines of dishwashers, refrigerators, ranges, cooktops, hoods, and microwave ovens.
Tuxton China, Inc.
25th Anniversary
Tuxton, Walton, Cal., a provider of high-quality dinnerware and kitchen solutions, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. To mark the milestone, Tuxton is committed to providing exceptional, durable products to meet the ever-changing needs of the foodservice industry, innovating with sustainable practices, ensuring that its products and practices are environmentally responsible and listening to customers and enhancing product lines based on feedback.