Who We Are

We’re The Material Transformation People

At Bepex, we don’t just build machines—we transform ideas into proven processes. With over a century of innovation, we partner with industries worldwide to tackle complex challenges, improve performance, and create sustainable results at scale.

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Our Purpose

Improving Our World Through Processing Innovation

We exist to push the boundaries of what’s possible with material processing. At our core, we believe innovation can shape healthier industries, reduce waste, and create lasting value for people and the planet.

Our purpose is not only to build systems, but to spark progress—helping our partners imagine new possibilities and bring them to life.

Inspiring Innovation Across Industries

We promote curiosity and creativity, believing that better processes lead to better outcomes for all.

Building Trust Through Partnership

Our “why” is built on relationships—on the conviction that honesty, integrity, and long-term collaboration move the world forward.

Designing Systems that Last & Scale

Because genuine progress isn’t temporary, our purpose is to design solutions that grow with industries and stand the test of time.

Creating Lasting Impact for People and Planet

At the heart of everything, our purpose is to deliver positive change that reaches far beyond any single piece of equipment.

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Our Story

1906

Strong Scott Manufacturing

Our history goes all the way back to the late 1800s with the Strong Scott Manufacturing company.

We stopped operating under that name in 1967, but the original Strong Scott building is still standing next door to us. Strong Scott provided thermal, milling, and milling equipment to several different industries. Instead of a processing equipment facility, it’s now a distillery. We often visit to pursue a deep understanding of our company’s roots, and while there, we may end up sampling some of the product.

1908

Komarek Greaves

In the early 1900s Komarek Greaves was started by Gustav Komarek.

This brand created patents and specialized in taking lumps of coal and turning them into briquettes that produced less dust and travelled better. This involved equipment designed for densification, granulation, and, unsurprisingly, briquetting. Komarek Greaves is still around today, but stands as a separate company from Bepex.

1933

Rietz Manufacturing

Some may also know us from the “Rietz Manufacturing Company”.

Rietz was founded in 1933 and originally named “Process Machinery Company” then renamed in 1949 (good choice). Rietz specialized in processing equipment for the food industry. They were known for the disintegrators that they provided to the California produce industry. Rietz the company is no longer around, but plenty of Rietz equipment is.

1975

Bepex

In 1975, Berwind merged all three of these brands to create Bepex.

Bepex became a company that has the capability to process pretty much any type of material. Now, customers come to us when they need to process a material and no one else knows how to get it done. That unique ability comes from our deep history and breadth of experience and equipment.

That’s what makes us the material transformation people. We’re able to take any material, from lithium to cottage cheese, and take it to the end-result you’re after.

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Our Approach

Building Solutions That Scale and Endure

Innovation

Driven by challenges and our passion for solving complex problems, we continually strive to innovate to meet your evolving demands. With roots dating back to the 19th century, our base of process and materials knowledge is vast and ready for deployment.

Integrity

As a leader in custom process development, we take pride in assuring you of our commitment to confidentiality. Each and every process is unique and requires an honest and ethical approach from design through support.

Commitment

We’ve been around a while. We understand what it takes to ensure a positive relationship with our customers. This is why we continually see high retention rates among our customer accounts. Bepex not only develops and provides process solutions, we know what it takes to make and keep them a reality.

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Our Initiatives

Building a Safer, Smarter, More Sustainable Future

Global Reach

Our technologies help industries adapt and scale across food, chemical, mineral, and emerging markets in over 190 countries. Wherever materials need transformation, Bepex provides the knowledge, equipment, and support to make it possible.

Associations & Compliance

We are active members of key global associations and maintain strict compliance with international standards. From safety and sustainability to quality assurance, we partner with organizations that hold us accountable to the highest benchmarks in the industry.

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At Bepex, you won't merely build equipment, but you'll also help industries innovate. Join a team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and engineering excellence.

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We don’t just sell machines, we create complete processing solutions that improve performance, profitability, and sustainability.

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