CRG is auctioning food processing equipment from a complete sesame seed processing facility formerly operated by Sesaco. The auction is held in conjunction with Rabin. The online auction closes on the 5th of March. Founded in 1979, Sesaco specialises in the production of sesame seeds and the development of new varieties, focusing on performance and market value. The firm provides agronomic support to their contracted growers, and operates a network of seed delivery locations. Sesco operates a seed cleaning facility in Southwest Oklahoma, providing seed to markets across the United States.
The auction includes: new roasting system (installed 2021) featuring (10) individual batch roasters manufactured by Gumus, automated to operate as a continuous batch system, production capacity approximately 2,500 lbs./hr; late model AC Horn, Cowles and Masuku of Japan seed grinders (installed 2021); upgraded cleaning and peeling equipment featuring a Akyurek (Turkey) EX-2006 seed screener, destoner and gravity table, and 3-stage seed peeling system, cleaning capacity approximately 6,000+ lbs./hr; stainless Akyurek drying system with drying capacity of 1,800 lbs./hr; packaging department featuring 5 gallon pail line and Crandall 55 gallon drum filling system (installed 2021); plant support equipment and more. Real estate is also available for purchase.
The assets are located in Taylor, Michigan and can be inspected on the 4th of March.
CRG is a global private equity firm with a breadth of experience in creating liquidity for clients, revitalising underperforming assets and liquidating surplus. The firm offers clients a range of selling platforms, such as live webcast auctions, online auctions, private treaty sales and complete turnkey solutions, across many different industry sectors.