Founded in 1980, Palmex began as a family business in Monterrey, Nuevo Leon. In its early days, the company had only five employees and one production line for its first products, which quickly gained popularity.
The company’s growth was accelerated. Specializing in manufacturing pellets, a raw material used in snack production, Palmex positioned itself as Mexico’s leader in this sector.
In 1984, Palmex entered the U.S. and Canadian markets and expanded into Central and South America in 1990.
As demand grew, the company doubled its production capacity in 1998 by opening a Puebla plant and later expanded it in Monterrey in 2010.
WHAT ARE PELLETS?
Palmex pellets are semi-processed products made from wheat, corn, potato, and pork rinds, which are essential to snack manufacturing. Unlike finished snacks, pellets require an extrusion or molding process, forming small structures that acquire snacks’ texture and flavor characteristics after cooking (usually fried or inflated with hot air).
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This process allows the creation of unique and varied shapes, which gives brands great flexibility in designing their final products. In addition, the pellets are easy to store and transport, making them ideal for mass production on a global scale.
GLOBAL POSITIONING WITH EVANS
In 2022, Palmex partnered with Wind Point Partner, a Chicago-based private equity firm, to strengthen its development in the Americas. As part of this partnership, Palmex integrated with Evans Food Group, the world’s largest producer of chicharrones, marking a significant milestone for both companies.
Evans is recognized globally for its private-label cracklings, which supply some of the world’s leading snack brands.
BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES AT THE PLMA SHOW WHIT PALMEX EVANS
Those interested in learning about Palmex Evans’s products and services will have the opportunity to connect at the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA) trade show, which will be held in Chicago from November 17 to 19, 2024.
At this private label trade show, Palmex Evans will promote its flagship products—Mainstream, Hispanic, Tortilla Chips, Better for You, and Pork Rinds—highlighting its ability to innovate in the snack market.
Thanks to its strong focus on quality and teamwork, Palmex Evans continues strengthening its leadership in the food industry as a supplier of the best snack pellets.
With their expertise and capabilities in manufacturing private label products, they offer innovative solutions to their business partners worldwide.