Bethlehem, PA, USA — October 13, 2025 — Flexicon Corporation, a world leader in the design and manufacture of bulk solids handling equipment and systems, has launched its redesigned global website, www.flexicon.com, it was announced by Dave Boger, President.

The new site enhances the user experience with streamlined navigation and a clear content hierarchy that showcases Flexicon’s extensive range of bulk handling solutions, including three distinct conveying technologies, multiple bulk bag and container handling systems, and fully integrated plant-wide installations.

“Engineers, plant managers, and purchasing professionals turn to Flexicon for solutions that increase productivity, efficiency, and safety,” Boger said. “Our new website makes it easier than ever to identify the right system for their application, access detailed performance information, and connect directly with Flexicon’s regional experts anywhere in the world.”

“The launch of the new website underscores Flexicon’s ongoing commitment to innovation,” Boger added. “Not only in the design and manufacture of our systems, but also in providing bulk material processors with the tools they need to make informed, confident decisions.”

To explore the new site and learn more about Flexicon’s capabilities, visitwww.flexicon.com.

This accelerated growth demonstrates the power of BLFC's platform strategy: acquiring beloved independent brands and providing the capital, infrastructure, and operational expertise to scale them into regional champions. This model allows brands to grow rapidly while maintaining strong financial performance and the deep community roots that customers value.

Strategic 2026 Expansion Highlights

BLFC's 2026 growth plan is focused on high-traffic, strategic locations that expand the reach of each brand.

• Village Juicery (Targeting 9 Units in 2026): Building on its momentum in the wellness and functional food category, Village Juicery will open its first PATH location at First Canadian Place in Q2 2026.
• Dark Horse Espresso Bar (Targeting 23 Units in 2026): Following successful openings in Hamilton Airport, Cambridge Centre, and Woodbridge, Dark Horse continues its rapid expansion. Six additional openings are slated through 2026 - including Barrie, 88 Bathurst, and several new GTA and downtown core sites - cementing its position as Southwestern Ontario's largest third-wave cafe operator.
• Dear Grain (Targeting 6 Units in 2026): After a highly successful debut on Roncesvalles, Dear Grain will expand further across Toronto with new locations in Summerhill (mid-2026), an additional downtown site (Q4 2026), as well as a second Hamilton location.

A Proven Platform for Growth & Future Acquisitions

This organic expansion will bring BLFC's corporate-owned unit count to 38 stores and is projected to drive system-wide revenue to over $70 million. This performance puts the company firmly on track to achieve its $100 million revenue milestone by 2028.

Alongside this organic growth, a core pillar of BLFC's strategy is M&A. The company is actively pursuing acquisitions of other independent food brands across Ontario that are ready to scale and become category leaders.

"Big League is proving that independent food brands, when supported by a best-in-class platform, can outperform larger international chains in our home market," said Max Daviau, Co-Founder of Big League Food Company. "Our mission is to preserve the soul of these brands while providing the infrastructure and expertise they need to scale into regional champions across the GTA."

About Big League Food Company

Big League Food Company is a Toronto-based food platform that acquires local brands and scales them into regional champions. By providing centralized infrastructure, operational expertise, and growth capital, BLFC empowers founders to scale their businesses while preserving product quality, brand integrity and community focus.

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COLUMBUS, Ohio (November 2025) - Designed to meet common laboratory demands, the new multiparameter measurement system focuses on boosting productivity, reducing operational costs, and delivering consistent, accurate results. It offers a modular design, emphasizes intuitive operation, and supports regulatory compliance. Together with the guided troubleshooting of the InLab DES digital sensors, this power duo raises the bar for exceptional measurement performance.

Designed to evolve. The built-in digital module measures up to four parameters, which means that for a different application, no new meter is required, only a sensor. That makes it easy to turn a pH meter into a conductivity meter, for example. The meter's productivity can be expanded with additional modules to measure up to four parameters either simultaneously or in a custom sequence. By adding an analog module, NineFocus becomes fully compatible with analog sensors (e.g., InLab ISM).

Fast Problem Solving. The diagnostic capability of the InLab DES digital sensors continuously monitors the sensor condition, provides step-by-step troubleshooting guidance on the meter, facilitates preventive maintenance, and helps prevent premature sensor replacement.

Data Integrity. The fully flexible user management of NineFocus enables user groups to tailor user settings to suit any need or situation and protects settings from unwanted changes with access control based on job roles and user-specific passwords, thus supporting compliance with regulations and industry standards.

Simple Operation. The OneClick™ user interface allows operators to launch custom shortcuts for even the most complex workflows instantly with a single click on the home screen to save time, minimize errors, and enhance overall workflow efficiency. Supporting 14 languages ensures fast local adoption and helps prevent misunderstandings or mistakes.

Flexible Footprint on the Bench. NineFocus is not tied to a fixed location but offers versatile placement options, allowing the terminal to be positioned wherever it is most convenient and comfortable —in front of the meter, on top of it, freely on the bench, or mounted on the EasyPlace™ electrode arm. With various cable lengths, the system can be operated safely even under a fume hood.

Resilient. The meter's IP52 rating guarantees protection of its internal components against harmful dust ingress and water drips. The connector compartment keeps the connectors safe and prevents corrosion from exposure to liquids. With a protective cover, the control terminal is protected from dust, dirt, or fluids such as aggressive chemicals.

Flexible Automation*. The new NineFocus measurement system offers flexible integration with the InMotion™ autosampler to increase efficiency in the lab. Its capability for automated calibration, verification, and measurement of over 300 samples without requiring LabX™ software significantly boosts productivity while minimizing errors.

Full Compliance Support. NineFocus offers automatic data transfer to a PC or LabX software, ensuring accurate transcription and seamless compliance with industry regulatory standards such as CFR 21 Part 11, and ALCOA++, which is vital for any pH meter with data logging capabilities.

Sustainable Investment. The InLab DES sensors enhance sustainability and reduce material waste due to their detachable Signal Bridge, which hosts the measurement electronics. This means that only the sensor shaft needs replacement at the end of its lifecycle, while the Signal Bridge – which is compatible with different sensor models within the same parameter - can be reused. And while the sensor cable is detachable for different workplace setups, really only one cable is needed for all sensors.

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NEW YORK – Nov. 10, 2025 —  (NYSE: IFF), a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences — published its Dairy Trends Report 2026 today, offering fresh insights into the evolving landscape of  and alternative dairy. The report identifies five key trends that will drive market changes and product, with “considered consumption” emerging as the dominant theme.

“We’re witnessing the end of the ‘health versus happiness’ trade-off in the dairy aisle. The consumer’s desire for holistic well-being now extends beyond personal health to that of the planet,” said Richard Neish, director, CI Trend Intelligence at IFF . “This shift toward ethical consumption means a product’s purpose and its impact on surrounding ecosystems are just as crucial as its nutritional benefits. The brands that will lead the future are those that prove a product can be a treat for the soul, precisely because it’s rooted in transparent, sustainable practices.”

The 2026 report highlights a major shift in consumer priorities, redefining ‘value’ — previously centered on price — into a broader, more nuanced concept. Consumers are moving from basic wellness to holistic well-being, from simple sustainability to proactive regeneration, and from convenience to meaningful indulgence. This transformation is reflected in five interconnected trends shaping the future of the dairy industry:

1. Considered Consumption

Consumers are increasingly spending more intentionally, guided by purpose rather than impulse. They seek products that deliver multifunctional benefits and align with their social and environmental values. Dairy is especially well suited to meet these expectations. For example, approximately 56 percent of Chinese consumers see yogurt as a gut-health aid, and 32 percent of Brazilians use it as a replacement for protein supplements.

2. Wholistic Health

Consumers are adopting a 360-degree view of health, one that includes managing energy, sleep, stress and mood. This has made functional benefits, such as added protein and , a baseline expectation in dairy products. With the rise of weight-loss drugs such as, dairy has a unique opportunity to provide compact, nutrient-dense options. High-protein yogurts and cottage cheese can help users manage reduced appetites and support satiety.

3. Joyful Harmony

Consumers today are seeking “emotional nourishment” through indulgence, play and nostalgia. They are no longer willing to choose between health and happiness — they expect dairy products to deliver both. Cheese, in particular, is emerging as an indulgent, premium snack and mood lifter. With 45 percent of consumers in China reporting they eat cheese to improve their mood, there is growing potential for flavored, whipped and interactive cheese formats tailored for personal indulgence.

4. Regenerative Resilience

The industry standard is shifting from sustainability (minimizing harm) to regeneration (actively restoring ecosystems). For example, in the United States, 30 percent of Gen Z cheese consumers seek outoptions. As global logistics remain fragile and demand for transparency grows, more brands are turning to local and regional farms to secure their supply chains and reduce their carbon footprint.  In the United Kingdom, 37% of yogurt consumers want to know more about the origins of the ingredients, highlighting the importance of provenance and traceability.

5. Human + AI

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more integrated into product development, the dairy industry is navigating a delicate balance between technological efficiency and human authenticity. While businesses embrace AI for innovation and optimization, many consumers remain cautious. Crucially, consumers value not only the taste and functionality of products, but also the craft and care behind them. By integrating AI discreetly and ethically, brands can reinforce a sense of intimacy, trust, and expertise.

The report leverages IFF’s proprietary  Framework, a trend intelligence tool that analyzes and anticipates future shifts in consumer preferences across three distinct horizons: short-, mid-, and long-term drivers.

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