Former Associates

Happy National Veggie Burger Day!

Whether you're forming beef patties or plant-based alternatives, Former equipment is built for consistent, reliable output across every protein type.

Former's FA-27 Bandless Cuber and Perforator deliver the same precision, no matter what's on your line.

Learn more: formerassociates.com/cuber-perforator

Meet the FA-2650!

Former's heavy-duty forming machine built for high-volume production environments.

Consistent portioning.
Reliable performance.
American-made craftsmanship from our Kenosha, WI facility.

Learn more: formerassociates.com/fa-2650

When your line goes down at 2 a.m., you don't have time to wait until Monday morning.

Former Associates offers 24/7 emergency on-site tech service. Our factory-trained technicians are available at a moment's notice to get your forming line back up and running, because downtime doesn't follow a schedule, and neither do we.

Learn more: formerassociates.com/services

Today, we pause to remember and honor the men and women who served. Thank you for your service!

Former conveyors are built with washdown motors designed for daily sanitation and safety E-stops engineered for reliable access every time.

See how Former engineers safety into every system: formerassociates.com/conveyors

From patty press to packaging line, we keep BBQ season running strong.

Rebuilding it might be the smarter move.

Former's Factory Rebuilt Machines are restored to OEM-level precision, lower cost than new, with the performance and longevity your line demands. Every rebuild is done in-house at our Kenosha, WI facility by the same team that builds them from the ground up.

Find out if a rebuild is right for your machine: formerassociates.com/factory-rebuilt

Summer heat doesn't forgive a neglected maintenance schedule. Swipe through before peak season hits and keep your line where it belongs: running.

From PM Kits to on-site service, we're built to keep your machine in peak condition all season long.

Get your machine summer-ready: formerassociates.com/services

Former Associates equipment is engineered to deliver dependable performance shift after shift, helping processors maintain product quality while minimizing downtime and production interruptions.

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