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CPM: A history of growth

With roots dating back to 1878, CPM and its legacy brands have been dedicated to developing equipment and innovating technology that revolutionize the way industries make their products.

We meet the world’s demand for sustainable solutions while also meeting customer requirements for speed to market, quality products, and reliable service. We serve industries as varied as animal nutrition, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials, and sustainable packaging. We’re improving the lives of individuals while building a better world for everyone.

CPM History

Revolutionizing the way industries make their products since 1878

1878

Crown Iron Works

Crown Iron Works was established.

1883

CPM Founded

CPM was originally founded as Toulouse & Delorieux in San Francisco, CA. The company was later renamed California Pellet Mill and today is simply referred to as CPM.
1931

Pellet Mill

CPM introduced the first commercially successful pellet mill.
1961

CPM In Amsterdam

CPM established Amsterdam operations to serve the European markets.
1970

CPM In Singapore

CPM established Singapore facility to serve the Asian market.

1987

Roskamp Manufacturing

CPM acquired Roskamp Manufacturing.

1989

Champion Products

CPM acquired Champion Products.

1996

CPM In China

CPM established Wuxi facility to serve the China market.

2002

Beta Raven

CPM acquired Beta Raven.

2006

Century Extrusion & Wolverine Proctor

CPM acquired Century Extrusion and Wolverine Proctor (U.S.).

2007

Crown Iron Works, Wolverine Proctor, & Ruiya Polymer

CPM acquired Crown Iron Works, Wolverine Proctor (U.K.), and Ruiya Polymer.

2008

Greenbank Technology

CPM acquired Greenbank Technology.

2009

CPM In Brazil

CPM established Brazil office to serve the South American market.

2010

CPM In Argentina

CPM established Argentina office to serve the South American market.

2011

CIMBRIA SKET GmbH

CPM acquired CIMBRIA SKET GmbH.

2012

Crown Asia Engineering

CPM acquired CFEC JV shares, creating Crown Asia Engineering.

2016

TSA Griddle Systems

CPM acquired TSA Griddle Systems.

2017

Extricom Extrusion, Di Più Systems, & Proline Engineering Ltd

CPM acquired Extricom Extrusion, Di Più Systems, and Proline Engineering Ltd.

2018

D&G Electrical Engineering Ltd

CPM acquired D&G Electrical Engineering Ltd.

2021

Bliss Industries

CPM acquired Bliss Industries.

2022

Planet Dryers

2022 CPM acquired Planet Dryers.

2022

Dorssers, Inc.

CPM acquired Dorssers, Inc.

2023

Carlson Industries & IDAH

CPM acquired Carlson Industries & IDAH.

2024

Innovative Pelleting Solutions GmbH

CPM acquired Innovative Pelleting Solutions GmbH

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CPM Acquires High-Capacity Direct Drive Pellet Mill Technology to Expand its Biomass Equipment Portfolio 

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The new technology brings to the CPM biomass portfolio a high capacity, direct drive pellet mill capable of processing various biomass feedstocks.

CPM Holds Grand Opening at New State-Of-The-Art Facility in Waterloo, IA

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CPM recommits to the animal feed, oilseed and alternative fuel industries

CPM Holdings Announces $400 Million Investment from Koch Equity Development

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Investment proceeds will fund a distribution to existing equity holders.