Middleby Marshall G.S. Blodgett and Pizza Equipment Supply Inc Announce Settlement of Lawsuit



The parties announced on July 16, 2008 that the pending suit in the United States District Court in Chicago between Middleby Marshall, Inc., G.S. Blodgett Corporation and Pizza Equipment Supply, Inc. ("PESI"), regarding PESI's sale of refurbished Middleby Marshall and Blodgett ovens, has been amicably resolved. PESI may continue refurbishing and selling used Middleby Marshall and Blodgett ovens pursuant to the conditions agreed as specified by Middleby Marshall, Blodgett and PESI in the terms of the parties' settlement agreement.

"MIDDLEBY MARSHALL' is a registered trademark of Middleby Marshall Inc., an operating company of The Middleby Corporation. The Middleby Corporation is a global leader in the foodservice equipment industry. The company develops, manufacturers, markets and services a broad line of equipment used for cooking and food preparation in commercial restaurants, institutional kitchens and food processing operations throughout the world.

"BLODGETT" is a registered trademark of G.S. Blodgett Corporation. The Blodgett Oven Company, also an operating company of The Middleby Corporation, is the leading manufacturer of commercial ovens in the world.

"PIZZA EQUIPMENT SUPPLY" is a registered trademark of Pizza Equipment Supply, Inc. of Gastonia, North Carolina. PESI is the world's largest supplier of refurbished pizza equipment, specializing in ovens, mixers, and sheeters. PESI carries a full line of parts to support the industry. PESI also has a seasoned staff of technicians to aid in your existing equipment. PESI is the expert in single items supply to full pizza store package outfitting. PESI is not affiliated with or sponsored by Middleby Marshall Inc. or G.S. Blodgett Corporation.





Middleby Marshall G.S. Blodgett and Pizza Equipment Supply Inc Announce Settlement of Lawsuit