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  1. NAKS, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Custom Kitchen Fabricator (CKF)

    Elyria, OH (Cleveland) – North American Kitchen Solutions, Inc. (NAKS), a leading provider of innovative foodservice equipment solutions, today announced the acquisition of Custom Kitchen Fabricator (CKF). This strategic move solidifies NAKS' position as an industry leader and accelerates its growth trajectory. NAKS is a portfolio company of Dallas, TX-based Valesco Industries.

     

    CKF, a manufacturer of NSF-listed stainless-steel countertops, tabletops, worktables, sinks, wall panels, and other surfaces, brings over 40 years of experience and expertise to the NAKS family. By combining CKF’s strong reputation and skilled workforce with NAKS’ existing operating footprint, innovation, and industry knowledge, we are poised to deliver greater value to our customers.

     

    “The acquisition of CKF is a significant step forward in our growth strategy,” said Sacha Polakoff, President & CEO of NAKS. “This strategic move will enhance our manufacturing capabilities, strengthen our position in the market, and bring our full range of product solutions geographically closer to our valued customers. We are excited to welcome the talented team at CKF to the NAKS family.”

     

    Jimmy LeBeau, CEO of CKF, expressed enthusiasm about the acquisition, stating, “We are thrilled to join the NAKS team. This partnership will allow us to leverage our combined strengths to provide even more comprehensive solutions to our customers. We look forward to contributing to NAKS’ continued success.”

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  2. NAKS, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Stainless Specialties, Inc.
    Nov. 17, 2023 -- North American Kitchen Solutions, Inc. ("NAKS"), a leading food service equipment manufacturer headquartered in Elyria, OH (Cleveland), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Stainless Specialties, Inc. (“SSI”), an Eas...

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  3. Valesco Industries Invests In North American Kitchen Solutions
    Per https://valescoind.com/news/valesco-industries-invests-in-north-american-kitchen-solutions/ :  On November 10, 2022, Valesco closed its fourteenth platform investment out of Valesco Fund II. Headquartered in Elyria, OH, North Amer...

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  4. Staying Safe When Reopening Your Restaurant During COVID-19
    We're going into our 3rd year dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, and while things are still feeling a bit uncertain, some aspects are life are starting to get back to normal. While some restaurants are choosing to remain closed in areas where the pa...

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  5. Come See HoodMart At The International Pizza Expo 2021! Aug 17th - 19th in Las Vegas!
    HoodMart will be in attendance at this year's International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas, NV - from August 17th - August 19th! Come visit us at Booth 1152! International Pizza Expo 2021 will be taking place at the Las Vegas Convention Center. To find out...

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