John Bean Technologies Corp. is a technology solutions provider, which engages in the food, beverage, and air transportation industries. The company is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and currently employs 7,200 full-time employees. The company went IPO on 2008-07-18. The company operates through two segments: FoodTech and AeroTech. Its FoodTech segment provides a range of solutions throughout the food production value chain extending from primary processing through packaging systems for a variety of food and beverage groups, including poultry, beef, pork, seafood, ready-to-eat meals, fruits, vegetables, dairy, bakery, pet foods, soups, sauces, plant-based meats, juices, and carbonated beverages. Its AeroTech segment supplies customized solutions and services used for applications in the air transportation industry, including airport authorities, airlines, airfreight, ground handling companies, militaries, and defense contractors. The company also sells critical equipment and services to domestic and international air transportation customers. The company operates globally and serves multi-national and regional markets.