Vanmark is a producer of commercial food processing equipment mostly for potato and vegetable applications. The firm offers integrated processing systems that enable processes ranging from raw product receipt to washing, peeling, cutting, and in-line storage and transport. Vanmark has over 60 years of expertise designing equipment for continuous, high-volume processing operations.

Its equipment range is utilized in a variety of applications, including potato chips, French fries, and general fruit and vegetable processing, and it supports both standalone machines and whole processing lines. Vanmark systems are often set up to handle various phases of production, allowing processors to optimize product flow, reduce handling damage, and ensure constant throughput across the line.

With their personal touch and enduring commitment to customers and employees, they provide unparalleled support. Vanmark proudly collaborates to serve not only the equipment they build but also the people who operate and depend on it.

Vanmark equipment is structured around key processing stages: 

• Receiving: Product unloading, destoning, and bulk storage systems 
• Washing: Removal of soil, debris, and contaminants 
• Peeling: Continuous peeling, scrubbing, and polishing processes 
• Cutting: Hydrocutting systems for fries, chips, and specialty cuts 
• Storage & Transferring: Conveying, flume transport, and in-process storage 
• Water Solutions: Water recycling and waste management systems

These process-based solutions are designed to support full-line integration and continuous production flow across processing facilities. A business of Grote Company, Vanmark has facilities based in Creston, Iowa, and Boise, Idaho.