FPS Food Process Solutions Expands Europe and Latin America

Vancouver, BC – FPS Food Process Solutions (“FPS”), a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, announces strategic senior appointments in Europe and Latin America, citing positive growth opportunities in these markets.

Richard Quélo is promoted to Sales Director, Europe. Richard joined FPS in June 2019 as Sales Manager France and Sales Coordinator Europe. He brings more than 25 years of food industry expertise including F&B, bakery, and potato products such as French fries. Richard’s vast network includes opening new markets and international territories to become a lead negotiator for key accounts.

Argenis Anaya joins FPS on August 15, 2021, as Sales Manager, Latin America covering Mexico, Central America and South America (except Brazil). Argenis brings over 15 years of experience in project and corporate account management, having worked with General Motors, Keyence and Intralox. His invaluable expertise in sales management, plastic belting and conveyor analysis makes him an integral asset to the FPS family.

“We’ve been seeing positive growth opportunities in our global offices especially in the last quarter,” says Jeffrey Chang, President, FPS Food Process Solutions Corp. “Not only are our customers trying to make up for lost time over the last 18 months, but FPS has and always will remain by their side to help get them there.”

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For more information contact:

 Shirley Wong | Communications Manager

Phone: 604 232-4145 Ext. 1239

shirley.wong@fpscorp.ca                                           

www.fpscorp.ca

About FPS Food Process Solutions:

Who We Are

FPS Food Process Solutions, a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, employs almost 500 staff around the world. Established in 2010, FPS has a combined 450,000 sq. ft (41,800 sq. meters) of space, including its Canadian headquarters, 10 manufacturing and warehouse facilities as well as international sales offices across five continents.

Our Vision is to Revolutionize Hygienic Standards

We use the most leading-edge technology and innovation to move our industry forward.  Our focus on hygiene is the foundation for safe food production. Our purpose is to revolutionize the food processing industry and ensure the safest and cleanest global food production for all.

Our Mission is to Set a New Standard

We invest in our people and partners.  We believe the best results come from strong collaborations. We aim to raise the bar in our field by providing close client relationships, offer outstanding levels of service, and implement global hygienic standards.  We believe that together, we will set a new standard.

Food Safety is Everyone’s Business

FPS Food Process Solutions Celebrates World Food Safety Day with a Call to Action to Raise Better Awareness in Hygienic Standards

Vancouver, BC – FPS Food Process Solutions celebrates its 11th anniversary by calling for better awareness of hygienic standards in the food processing industry on World Food Safety Day. An estimated 600 million – almost 1 in 10 people in the world – fall ill after eating contaminated food and 420,000 die every year according to the World Health Organization. As part of its global commitment to safe food production, FPS believes everyone should have the right to safe and healthy access to food.

As an industrial freezer manufacturer, FPS knows from industry experience the critical need to ensure the highest in hygienic standards during the food processing stage where contaminants can enter. Known as the “danger zone”, the risk of microbial activity between 40F – 140F can lead to foodborne diseases and illnesses. Bacteria such as listeria, salmonella and E.coli have led to significant health issues, even economic ones where food recalls have costed an average of USD$10M in direct costs to food companies according to a joint industry study by the Food Marketing Institute and the Grocery Manufacturers Association.

Food recalls have been on the rise not only through regulatory oversight but also due to greater consumer transparency and media attention. Cleanliness is a primary requirement. Holistic design to ensure equipment can be cleaned seamlessly includes reducing and eliminating harbourage points in the freezer that can catch debris which in turn, can enter food products.

“Food safety should be everyone’s business,” states Jeffrey Chang, President, FPS Food Process Solutions Corp. “As part of the global food supply chain, we all have a role to play to ensure the food we consume is safe. Consumers should demand nothing less.”

ABOUT FPS Food Process Solutions:

Who We Are

FPS Food Process Solutions, a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, employs almost 500 staff around the world. Established in 2010, FPS has a combined 450,000 sq. ft (41,800 sq. meters) of space, including its Canadian headquarters, 10 manufacturing and warehouse facilities as well as international sales offices across five continents.

Our Vision is to Revolutionize Hygienic Standards

We use leading edge technology and innovation to move our industry forward.  We focus on hygiene, as this is the foundation for safe food production. Our purpose is to revolutionize food processing and to ensure clean, safe, global food production for everyone.

Our Mission is to Set New Standards

We invest in our people and partners. We believe strong collaboration always leads to the best results. We aim to raise the bar in our culture, in client relationships, in the level of service offered and global hygienic standards. We believe, together, we will set new standards.

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For more information contact:

Shirley Wong | Communications Manager

Phone: 604 232-4145 Ext. 1239

shirley.wong@fpscorp.ca                               

www.fpscorp.ca

North America Targeted for Launch of Game-Changing Spiral Immersion System (SIS)™

Early Installs Exceed Performance Expectations

Vancouver, BC – FPS Food Process Solutions has announced the launch of their game-changing technology, the Spiral Immersion System (SIS) ™ targeting food processors in North America as their first market. The technology first developed in 2018 are exceeding expectations of not only chilling and freezing food products but in pasteurizing, cooking and sous vide applications. This is considered a game changer for food processors looking for superior performance as well as savings in labour and energy costs.

Utilizing the efficiency of liquid vs air, heat is transferred 25 times faster in water or brine solution and is more flexible as compared to chilling or freezing in air. By employing a spiral conveyor in a tank of liquid, continuous immersion processing is possible in temperatures ranging from -40°C to +90°C.

“When we initially developed the SIS™, our focus was on faster and more efficient freezing; however, we have also experienced a tremendous interest in cooking/pasteurizing/sous vide applications of the SIS™”, states Steve Kelley, Director of Spiral Immersion Systems. Sous Vide, long a staple of gourmet restaurants, is growing in popularity because it produces higher quality food with a long shelf life. The final products are consistent in flavour and quality and can be reheated in the bag – making them perfect for commercial and institutional settings.

“The SIS™ is an example of FPS’s commitment to Set a New Standard. With the SIS™, our clients can produce safer, better quality food using much less energy and significantly less labour,” states Jeffrey Chang, President, FPS Food Process Solutions Corp. 

FPS will now be offering the SIS™ technology to all its North American customers and is looking forward to showcasing the technology at various tradeshows starting in the fall of 2021. 

ABOUT FPS Food Process Solutions:

Who We Are

FPS Food Process Solutions, a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, employs almost 500 staff around the world. Established in 2010, FPS has a combined 450,000 sq. ft (41,800 sq. meters) of space, including its Canadian headquarters, 10 manufacturing and warehouse facilities as well as international sales offices across five continents.

Our Vision is to Revolutionize Hygienic Standards

We use the most leading-edge technology and innovation to move our industry forward.  Our focus on hygiene is the foundation for safe food production. Our purpose is to revolutionize the food processing industry, and ensure the safest and cleanest global food production for all.

Our Mission is to Set a New Standard

We invest in our people and partners.  We believe the best results come from strong collaborations. We aim to raise the bar in our field by providing close client relationships, offer outstanding levels of service, and implement global hygienic standards.  We believe that together, we will set a new standard.

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For more information contact:

Shirley Wong | Communications Manager

Phone: 604 232-4145 Ext. 1239

shirley.wong@fpscorp.ca                               

www.fpscorp.ca

FPS Food Process Solutions Announces Strategic Senior Appointments

FPS Food Process Solutions Announces Strategic Senior Appointments

Vancouver, BC – FPS Food Process Solutions (“FPS”), a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, announces strategic senior appointments to ensure continued strength in the growing food processing sector.

Jay Loy was promoted to General Manager, US Operations in September 2020, having worked at FPS for almost five years. Jay takes on greater responsibilities for the US operations including wider coverage in Carton Freezer Division sales and aftermarket parts and services. With expertise in capital equipment sales, industrial manufacturing and business development, Jay will lead strategic direction and implementation for the US region.

Barry McInturff joins FPS in January 2021 as Sales Manager overseeing the Southeast Region of the US. Based in Northeast Florida, Barry is responsible for servicing current customers and directing business growth in this region.  Over the past 15 years, Barry’s primary focus has been providing conveying solutions to customers in food processing markets.  His current portfolio includes working closely with subsidiary Charlottetown Metal Products (CMP) located in Eastern Canada.  A native of Maryland, Barry’s previous working experience includes holding a sales role with Cambridge International, a Rexnord company.

Bryan Rideout is promoted to Senior Manager, Global Project Management effective January 2021 based in Vancouver, Canada. Overseeing all new FPS projects on a global level, Bryan’s responsibilities include direct supervision of project managers, project performance and training and implementation of policies and processes. Bryan joined FPS in 2018 as a project manager handling both North American and International projects. In 2020, he was promoted to managing the project management teams at both FPS and CMP.

Vir Singh was promoted to General Manager in May 2020, having only joined Total Solutions Limited (TSL) New Zealand as Business Development Manager in November 2019. Vir oversees the daily operations of the company including business growth, managerial development, customer relations and company expansion for the region. A mechanical engineer with sales and operation experience while at Shell and ITW, Vir will lead the development of the TSL-FPS brand, having previously established his own business in India in 2003 before migrating to New Zealand in 2016.

“We have been building strength upon strength in ensuring our place in the global food processing marketplace is not compromised,” says Jeffrey Chang, President, FPS Food Process Solutions Corp. “Our focus is our commitment to our customers – FPS is and will continue to be partners for a very long time.”

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For more information contact:

Shirley Wong | Communications Manager

Phone: 604 232-4145 Ext. 1239

shirley.wong@fpscorp.ca                                 

www.fpscorp.ca                                               

About FPS Food Process Solutions:

Who We Are

FPS Food Process Solutions, a global leader in turn-key freezing and cooling equipment, employs almost 500 staff around the world. Established in 2010, FPS has a combined 450,000 sq. ft (41,800 sq. meters) of space, including its Canadian headquarters, 10 manufacturing and warehouse facilities as well as international sales offices across five continents.

Our Vision is to Revolutionize Hygienic Standards

We use the most leading-edge technology and innovation to move our industry forward.  Our focus on hygiene is the foundation for safe food production. Our purpose is to revolutionize the food processing industry and ensure the safest and cleanest global food production for all.

Our Mission is to Set a New Standard

We invest in our people and partners.  We believe the best results come from strong collaborations. We aim to raise the bar in our field by providing close client relationships, offer outstanding levels of service, and implement global hygienic standards.  We believe that together, we will set a new standard.

FPS Awarded Gold Level OEM Certificate

Vancouver, BC – FPS Food Process Solutions was awarded the Gold Level OEM Certificate from Rockwell Automation, a significant recognition of partnership and collaboration.

Says Jodi Marr, OEM Account Manager, Rockwell Automation, “The entry into the Gold Level program is truly a milestone in our relationship and deserves recognition, as it is a representation of the collaboration, support and loyalty shared between our companies, and is a platform on which we can continue to build great success. This year marks a very important time in the history of FPS. It represents ‘10 years’ of building a business, ‘10 years’ of growing success, and ‘10 years’ of fostering the FPS culture.”

Over the past several years, FPS and Rockwell Automation have developed a strong working relationship, solidifying a partnership and platform for success. Says Jeffrey Chang, President, FPS Food Process Solutions Corp, “We consider all our partner relationships to be invaluable. Rockwell Automation has always been supportive, bringing in opportunities to work on client applications, developing new solutions and adopting new technologies. We appreciate the resources and support to ensure FPS can continue achieving our goals and providing premier solutions to the industry.”

As a participant in the Rockwell Automation Gold Level OEM program, FPS can provide customers access to a wide product range and synergies in system design. By streamlining the process, FPS can meet customer demand for a consistent system that eases integration, operation and maintenance.

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For more information contact: Shirley Wong | Communications Manager
Phone: 604 232-4145 Ext. 1239 shirley.wong@fpscorp.ca www.fpscorp.ca

About FPS Food Process Solutions:

Who We Are: FPS Food Process Solutions is based in Richmond, BC, Canada about 5 miles away from Vancouver. In 2020, FPS is celebrating its tenth year in business with almost 500 employees around the world. FPS has a combined 450,000 sq. ft (41,800 sq. meters) of space, including its Canadian headquarters, 10 manufacturing and warehouse facilities as well as international sales offices across five continents.

Our Vision: is to Revolutionize Hygienic Standards We use the most leading-edge technology and innovation to move our industry forward. Our focus on hygiene is the foundation for safe food production. Our purpose is to revolutionize the food processing industry, and ensure the safest and cleanest global food production for all.

Our Mission: is to Set a New Standard We invest in our people and partners. We believe the best results come from strong collaborations. We aim to raise the bar in our field by providing close client relationships, offer outstanding levels of service, and implement global hygienic standards. We believe that together, we will set a new standard.

About Rockwell Automation: Rockwell Automation Inc. (NYSE: ROK), is a global leader in industrial automation and digital transformation. We connect the imaginations of people with the potential of technology to expand what is humanly possible, making the world more productive and more sustainable. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Rockwell Automation employs approximately 23,000 problem solvers dedicated to our customers in more than 100 countries. To learn more about how we are bringing The Connected Enterprise to life across industrial enterprises, visit www.rockwellautomation.com