Indianapolis-based Epogee LLC said it has been selected as a Thrive Top 50 AgTech Company of the Year. The annual ranking showcases exceptional companies who are pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology.

Secaucus, N.J.-based Martin Bauer USA, a manufacturer of premium tea and botanical solutions for the food, beverage and dietary supplement industries, said its newest manufacturing facility in Bethlehem, Pa., received organic certification from Quality Assurance International (QAI).

Richard Merwin, the chairman of Erie, Pa.-based Eriez, announced the appointment of Lukas Guenthardt to the position of president and CEO.

3-A Sanitary Standards Inc. (SSI), McLean, Va., said its board of directors made the difficult decision to cancel its 2020 annual meeting and education program, originally scheduled for May 11-14 in Minneapolis.

3-A Sanitary Standards Inc. (SSI), Mclean, Va., said the 3-A Symbol and other marks were legally registered in China.

AAK USA Inc, Edison, N.J., said it opened its newest customer innovation center in Richmond, Calif.

MarketPlace, a strategic partner to food and beverage and other brands and businesses, announced several facility, staff and industry growth efforts, including the opening of its first satellite location in Orange County, Calif.

GEA, Düsseldorf, Germany, said it launched its new nitrogen freezing pilot plant for bacteria, giving dairy and other food processors the opportunity to try out the new technology in their own plants before investing in production-scale equipment.

Denali Ingredients, New Berlin, Wis., said that the role of company President Neal Glaeser will expand to include the role and responsibilities of CEO of Denali Companies.