CPM Purchases Jacobs Global
CPM, a leading provider of process equipment, engineered technologies and aftermarket parts and services, announced the acquisition of Jacobs Global, a supplier of aftermarket parts for hammermills and pellet mills.
This transaction will enhance CPM’s product offerings, expand its market reach and add capacity to better serve CPM’s global customer base. “Bringing Jacobs Global into the CPM family is a significant milestone for us,” says David Webster, CEO of CPM. “Their strong team members and their expertise in manufacturing high-quality aftermarket parts together with their commitment to customer service perfectly complements our business model.”
Founded in 1934, Jacobs Global has established itself as a trusted name in the milling industry, providing customized solutions to more than 4,000 mills in more than 80 countries. The acquisition will see Jacobs Global’s extensive range of products, including hammermill hammers and screens, pellet mill dies, and roller shells, integrated into CPM’s existing offerings, providing customers with a comprehensive portfolio of solutions for their animal feed, oilseed and biomass processing operations.
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