"Twenty years ago, we set out to help processors get more out of their equipment — more efficiency, more yield, more uptime," said Caloris President Jim Peterson. "Our customers have trusted us with some of their most critical production challenges, and that trust is something we've never taken for granted."

Caloris has always had a focus on sustainability, efficiency and operability for its equipment design. The company's engineers have developed a reputation for problem-solving and first-class service.

The company has grown many times over in terms of size and the types of equipment and services offered. Notable process industries served today include infant formula, whey and plant proteins. Caloris continues to develop high-quality process solutions for additional industries.

Over its history, Caloris has expanded the breadth of its products and services. It acquired Seitz Stainless (Avon, Minn.) in 2019, adding sanitary stainless-steel fabrication expertise. The combined entity has more than 60 employees.

"The next 20 years will continue to bring change to dairy and food processing," Peterson said. "That's exactly where we want to be: right alongside our customers as they optimize, expand, and modernize their operations. We've spent two decades building the expertise to do that well."