The optical sorting technology provider will extend Duravant’s reach across automated food processing and inspection categories.
Duravant has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Woodside Electronics Corporation (WECO), a manufacturer of optical colour and defect sorting equipment. Along with Key Technology, a member of the Duravant family of operating companies, WECO extends Duravant’s reach across automated food processing and inspection categories with new complementary products, technologies and applications.
Mike Kachmer, president and CEO at Duravant, commented: “WECO’s culture of customer-centric innovation and commitment to rapid and effective new product development makes them a wonderful addition to the Duravant family. WECO moves us into new markets with product-focused applications that are complementary to Key Technology’s offerings; allowing us to provide an even more complete solutions set to our customers.”
WECO has been providing its optical sorting technology for fruits and nuts companies for over 30 years. Its portfolio includes optical colour and defect sorting systems, and moisture monitoring systems. The company serves national and multi-national customers with technology designed to eliminate the need for manual hand labour and maximise throughput.
Don Douglas, president of WECO, concluded: “Duravant and WECO are clearly aligned with a shared culture and Duravant’s global footprint will assist us in accelerating growth while continuing to provide world-class innovation and support to our customers.”
