Exhibiting at HOTELEX Shanghai 2025

Antunes Equipment Manufacturing (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. is the China-based manufacturing subsidiary of Antunes, a global leader in foodservice equipment and water filtration systems. Headquartered in the United States, Antunes is a family-owned business with over 60 years of industry leadership and innovation. The Suzhou facility represents the brand’s expansion into Asia-Pacific, allowing it to better serve international clients with high-quality, American-designed technology built with local expertise.

Company Overview

Antunes Equipment Manufacturing (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. operates as a wholly foreign-owned enterprise (WFOE), specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of advanced cooking equipment, water filtration systems, and electronic controls for commercial kitchens and beverage service establishments. This facility plays a strategic role in Antunes’ global supply chain by producing and customizing products for the Asia-Pacific region and other global markets.

Product Portfolio

Antunes offers a diverse range of products across three major categories:

• Cooking Equipment

  • Vertical Contact Toaster
  • Gold Standard Toaster
  • Conveyor Toaster
  • Egg Station
  • Bun Feeder

• Water Filtration Systems

  • VZN Ultrafiltration Systems
  • Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems
  • Scale Inhibitor Systems

• Electronic Controls

  • Pressure Switches
  • Electronic Controllers

These products are designed for high-performance commercial use, and many are adopted by global quick-service restaurant (QSR) chains such as McDonald's, Burger King, and Subway.

Manufacturing and Technical Capabilities

The Suzhou facility is a high-capacity, ISO-compliant operation with:

• Precision metal fabrication and assembly lines
• In-house R&D and product testing labs
• Robust quality control systems
• Full support for OEM/ODM services

This facility mirrors Antunes’ U.S. manufacturing standards and complies with all major international quality and safety certifications.

Target Markets

Antunes serves a wide array of international markets, with key penetration in:

• North America
• Southeast Asia
• China
• Middle East
• Europe

Their clientele includes multinational restaurant chains, beverage service brands, and institutional foodservice providers seeking efficient, durable, and compact kitchen equipment and filtration solutions.

Financial and Shipment Insights

While Antunes does not disclose financials specific to its Suzhou unit, the parent company reports over $60 million in annual revenue globally. The Suzhou facility is responsible for supplying a significant portion of products to Asian markets, with several containerized shipments per month reported in trade data platforms, primarily to Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

Certifications and Compliance

The company adheres to international quality and environmental standards including:

• ISO 9001
• CE certification
• NSF and UL certifications for relevant products
• Compliance with Chinese environmental and safety regulations

These certifications ensure product acceptance in regulated markets such as the EU and North America.

Strategic Strengths

• Brand Legacy: Over 60 years of heritage from the U.S.-based parent company
• Localized Manufacturing: Allows faster lead times and cost-efficient logistics across Asia
• High-profile Clients: Products installed in outlets of leading QSRs
• R&D Excellence: Continuous innovation through global design and engineering teams
• Sustainability: Water filtration products contribute to eco-conscious foodservice operations

Achievements and Recognition

• Supplier partnerships with McDonald's and Subway across regions
• Introduction of the award-winning VZN ultrafiltration system
• Recipient of several foodservice innovation awards from industry trade shows in the U.S.

Antunes Equipment Manufacturing (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. continues to position itself as a critical node in the company’s international operations, combining world-class engineering with localized production to meet the dynamic needs of the foodservice and hospitality industry.