The Middleby Corporation Acquires Automatic Bar Controls

The Middleby Corporation

today announced the acquisition of Automatic Bar Controls, Inc. (“Wunder-Bar”), a leading manufacturer of beverage dispensing systems for the foodservice industry. The innovative equipment solutions of Wunder-Bar include products used by leading restaurant chains, convenience stores, and foodservice operations for the dispensing of carbonated and non-carbonated soft drinks, iced tea and other beverages. Located in Vacaville, California, Wunder-Bar has annual revenues of approximately $30 million. “The beverage business is a highly profitable and fast growing category for our customers. We continue to see our customers investing in equipment solutions to expand their beverage offerings. With this acquisition, Middleby expands its presence in beverage equipment with an