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Celebrating 125 Years
125 Years of Innovation and Manufacturing Leadership PIQUA, OH – May 22, 2025 – The French Oil Mill Machinery Company marked its 125th anniversary this week, celebrating a rare legacy of continuous family ownership and manufacturing innovation. Founded in 1900 by Alfred Willard French, Sr., the company has grown from…
Open House May 21, 2025
On May 21, 2025, we welcomed colleagues, community partners, and friends to our Piqua, Ohio headquarters to celebrate a major milestone—125 years of family leadership and manufacturing excellence. Guests enjoyed self-guided tours, a new company history museum, and a look at the machines and people that have shaped our legacy.…
Oilseed Conditioner and Mechanical Screw Press
Conditioning and Pressing Wet Process Corn Germ French Oil Mill Machinery Company has successfully engineered and supplied a specialized conditioner and Achiever 44 mechanical screw press system to process 60–65 metric tons per day of wet process corn germ. The system utilizes a single-pass full press extraction process, an industry-challenging…
Tayte French Lutz Elected to OMA’s Governing Body
The French Oil Mill Machinery Company is proud to announce that Tayte French Lutz, our Chair and Chief Executive Officer, has been elected to serve on the Ohio Manufacturers’ Association (OMA) Governing Body. The OMA plays a crucial role in advocating for policies and fostering growth within Ohio’s manufacturing sector.…
Manufacturing Day, #MFGDay2024
Discover a Fulfilling Career in Manufacturing Choosing a career path is a major life decision, whether you’re a student exploring options or an adult seeking a new direction. With so many career possibilities, it can be overwhelming to weigh factors like required skills, education, costs, and long-term benefits. As a…
A Bright Spot on the River: French Lights Up the River Again This Year
In our hometown of Piqua, Ohio, French Oil Mill Machinery Company lights up the river with custom-built river fire rings each year for the Down A River Down a Beer (DARDAB) fest. With our participation in this event, attendees of this annual evening event can watch the river glisten while…
Daniel P. French honored with IISRP General Award
Tayte French Lutz, the company’s fourth-generation leader, Chairman of the Board, and CEO accepting IISRP General Award.
Welcome Jacqueline Gamblin to French’s Board of Directors!
Piqua, Ohio – April 12, 2024 – The shareholders of The French Oil Mill Machinery Company, a manufacturer of hydraulic presses, oilseed, and polymer equipment, elected Jacqueline Gamblin to its Board of Directors during their April 2024 meeting. Tayte French Lutz, FOMMCO CEO and Chairman of the Board, stated, “We…
2024 Events Schedule
At French, we’re dedicated to shaping the future of industries with our innovative machinery solutions. Join us at these events that promise insights, inspiration, and a firsthand look at our latest technologies! Our 2024 Event Schedule IPC Apex Expo, April 9-11, 2024 Anaheim Convention Center, Anaheim, CA ipcapexexpo.org AOCS Annual…
A Legacy: The Late Daniel French, Chairman of French Oil Mill Machinery Co.
In Piqua, Ohio, a significant chapter closed on October 13, 2023, with the passing of Daniel P. French, the esteemed chairman of French Oil Mill Machinery Co. With a remarkable 52-year tenure, Dan left an indelible mark on the family-owned business that has been a cornerstone in the world of…