Hobart

Overview

Hobart Corporation manufactures commercial foodservice equipment including food preparation machines for cutting, slicing and mixing, cooking equipment, refrigeration units, warewashing and waste disposal systems, and weighing, wrapping, and labeling systems.⁵ It operates as a mid-market provider with manufacturing in the US, Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, and the UK, supporting foodservice and food retail industries through equipment and service.³⁵

History

Hobart was founded in 1897 in Troy, Ohio.²⁴ It reorganized in 1913 as The Hobart Manufacturing Company.⁵ The company was acquired by Illinois Tool Works and now operates as part of ITW Food Equipment Group.⁵⁶

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Hobart maintains manufacturing facilities in the United States (Troy, Ohio for dishwashing and cooking), Brazil, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom.³⁵ The Troy, Ohio site includes headquarters and production for key equipment lines.³⁴

Notable Products

• Hobart Mixers - Planetary mixers for commercial dough and batter preparation.
• Hobart Slicers - Meat and food slicers for high-volume operations.
• Flight-Type Dishwashers - Rack conveyor systems for large-scale warewashing.
• Legacy Plus Ovens - Convection ovens for baking and roasting.
• Weighing and Labeling Systems - Automated scales for grocery packaging.

Reputation

Hobart is recognized by foodservice professionals for equipment reliability and durability in demanding commercial environments.⁷ It holds a strong position due to over 125 years of experience and global service network.³⁷ Some users note higher upfront costs compared to entry-level competitors.