PEACHTREE CITY, GA (AUGUST 4, 2025) – Hoshizaki Alliance (Hoshizaki USA Holdings, Inc.), a leading group of foodservice manufacturing companies in the Americas, is excited to announce the finalization of its acquisition of Structural Concepts Corporation, a premier U.S. manufacturer of food display cases, effective July 31, 2025.
Structural Concepts, headquartered in Muskegan, Michigan, is renowned for its commitment to quality, engineering excellence, and forward-thinking product development. With the completion of this acquisition, Hoshizaki Alliance takes a significant step forward in expanding its product portfolio and strengthening its ability to serve customers in the foodservice, retail, and B&I markets.
The integration of Structural Concepts into Hoshizaki Alliance—which includes Hoshizaki America, Inc., Lancer Worldwide, Jackson Warewashing Systems, Fogel Group, and Hoshizaki Macom—further enhances the group’s ability to deliver a wide range of solutions to meet the ever-evolving needs of the industry.
“This acquisition reflects our commitment to growing both organically and through the addition of like-minded, innovative companies,” said Chris Karssiens, President of Hoshizaki USA Holdings, Inc. “We are proud to welcome Structural Concepts to the Hoshizaki Alliance family. Their focus on quality and ingenuity fits perfectly with our culture and emphasis on being a ‘Best Place to Work.’ Together we will be able to provide our customers with even more comprehensive, best-in-class solutions.”
Joe Mockus, President of Structural Concepts, commented, “Joining the Hoshizaki Alliance is an exciting new chapter for our company and our employees. We share a common dedication to innovation, customer satisfaction, and industry leadership. As part of the Alliance, we look forward to contributing to future growth and creating even more value for our customers across the foodservice spectrum.”
The addition of Structural Concepts highlights Hoshizaki Alliance’s strategic vision to lead the way in foodservice equipment—shaping the future of the industry through innovation, collaboration, and a steadfast focus on meeting the needs of employees, customers, and stakeholders.
Structural Concepts is a designer and manufacturer of temperature-controlled food and beverage merchandisers for foodservice and supermarket establishments. The company utilizes innovative designs focused on presenting refrigerated food and beverages in aesthetically attractive formats that save energy, preserve food and beverages longer, and minimize operating costs. Structural Concepts’ emphasis on innovation, design, quality, vertical integration, and superior customer service make it a leader in both the foodservice and supermarket sectors. The company’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities are located in Muskegon, Michigan. For more information, please visit the company’s website structuralconcepts.com.
The Hoshizaki Alliance of the Americas Region is a group of independent companies united by the common goal of meeting the needs and demands of its customers through original products of exceptional quality. Multiple companies united by shared geography and mission—creating trusted high-quality innovations for evolving customer needs. Hoshizaki America is a leader in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of a wide range of products for the foodservice industry including ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, display cases and dispensers. Jackson WWS, Inc. is a full-line supplier of high-quality commercial dish machines including flights, conveyors, door-types, glasswashers and undercounters. Lancer Worldwide leads in innovation and is committed to delivering a beverage dispensing experience that exceeds customer expectations. Hoshizaki Macom is recognized for their innovation, permanent technical evolution, high quality equipment and systems for professional kitchens in Latin America. The Hoshizaki Alliance is diverse in origin—each company having its own unique story, culture, and services—yet all contribute to the evolution of Hoshizaki as a whole with products and services that enhance the lives of its customers.
For more information about Hoshizaki Alliance and its comprehensive range of solutions, visit hoshizakialliance.com.
