JBT acquires Schröder Food Processing from Weber
Starting with 2018, the two divisions of Schröder Maschinenbau will belong to different companies.
The sale of Schröder Food was announced by Weber on December 22, 2017.
The new acquisition represents a strategically important decision for JBT. Shortly after the acquisition of Schröder by Weber, JBT had expressed strong interest in the Schröder Food division, which includes the machines and systems of curing and marination technology.
"Upon getting to know JBT, we have come to the conclusion that this decision is the only one that is right for the further development and growth of the food division. Especially regardingJBT’s strong global presence, the company presents excellent opportunities and perspectives for Schröder", explains Tobias Weber, Managing Partner of the Weber Group.
Schröder's second business unit, the development and production of thermoforming packaging machines, will remain part of the Weber Group.
"We will massively expand the packaging division in Wertheras well as in the group. Together with the packaging experts from Schröder, we will position ourselves as a powerful system provider in the market. Our aim is to become the market leader in the field of packaging machinery for sliced products", emphasizes Tobias Weber.
Weber has expanded its portfolio with thermoforming packaging machines, increasing thus its line competence and now offering integrated line concepts - from weight-accurate slicing to precise loading and packaging.
The German company said that the intended transaction will not only create an optimal growth environment for both business units, but also the customers will significantly benefit from better line and service coverage within these divisions.
In addition to extensive investments in technology and development, Weber will also invest in the Werther location, where a new building will arise as the center of packaging technology.
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