Follett Ice
| Company type | Division |
|---|---|
| Industry | Manufacturing |
| Founded | January 1, 1948 in Garden City, New York, U.S. |
| Founder | Roy Follett |
| Headquarters | Easton , United States |
Area served | Healthcare, foodservice, hospitality, supermarket industries |
Key people | Korey Kohl (CEO) |
| Products | Nugget (Chewblet) ice machines, ice and water dispensers, refrigeration and freezer units for patient care |
| Parent | Middleby Corporation |
Follett Products LLC operates as a division of Middleby Corporation, focusing on the manufacture of nugget (Chewblet) ice machines tailored for the healthcare, foodservice, hospitality, and supermarket industries. Their product lineup also includes ice and water dispensers, as well as refrigeration and freezer units designed specifically for patient care. The company’s headquarters are located in Easton, Pennsylvania, with production facilities situated both in Easton and Gdańsk, Poland.
The company was established in 1948 by Roy Follett to meet the increasing demand for ice storage solutions within the expanding foodservice sector. Since its inception, Follett has broadened its offerings and extended its international presence. Significant historical developments include:
- 1948 - Company founded by Roy Follett in Garden City, New York
- 1954 - Don Follett assumed leadership responsibilities
- 1967 - Manufacturing operations commenced in Easton, Pennsylvania
- 1994 - Steve Follett appointed as Chief Executive Officer
- 2005 - Opened a production facility in Gdańsk, Poland
- 2015 - Established an additional manufacturing location in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- 2016 - Became an independent operating entity following acquisition by The Middleby Corporation
- 2019 - Transition of CEO role from Steve Follett to Korey Kohl
Follett maintains its focus on producing ice storage and transportation equipment, beverage and ice dispensing systems, along with medical-grade refrigeration products that serve both the foodservice and healthcare sectors. Their solutions are utilized across hospitals, dining establishments, prominent sports arenas, casinos throughout the country, and were featured at the 2022 Winter Olympics held in Beijing.