Essie's Personalized Candles, Llc.

Established in 1994, Aveka specializes in customized particle processing, toll manufacturing, powder process research and development and consulting services. The company has an office, warehousing, laboratory and processing space spread over an area of 47,000 square feet. It designs and provides quality management system that includes real time statistical process control, pricing and on-time delivery services. The company offers various services, such as dispersion preparation, powder coating, surface modification, prilling and encapsulation. Aveka is a part of the Aveka Group, which provides spray drying and grinding services. The company uses equipment, such as bead and ball mills, microfluidizers and attritor mills. Aveka is located in Woodbury, Minn.

Established in 1949, Automatic Products is a supplier of vending and food services. The products offered by the company include snacks, hot beverages and frozen food items. Its food products include chips, chocolates, pastries, candies, nut crackers, ice cream and fresh juices. The company designs and manufactures vending systems through its channel of distribution to various industries. It offers a variety of coffees, including cappuccino, hot chocolate and espresso. Additionally, it offers food items for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The services offered by the company include repair and maintenance, product assistance and machine replacement. The company s technical support department provides product updates and technical guides. Automatic Products is located in South St. Paul, Minn.