Urschel Laboratories announced on May 1 the introduction of the Little Gem Aspire Dicer, a new food processing machine developed by its Innovation & Development team. The company said the dicer uses patented Urschel technology to deliver precise cutting methods and was engineered through extensive research and development efforts.
The launch of the Little Gem Aspire Dicer is significant because it continues Urschel’s tradition of innovation in food processing equipment. The original Little Gem, created by founder William E. Urschel in the early 1900s, was described as being ahead of its time. According to Urschel Laboratories, “Just as the original Little Gem was ahead of its time, the new Little Gem Aspire patent-pending methods will inspire today’s food processors.”
The company highlights that teams from innovation, engineering, and manufacturing worked together on this project and collaborated with customers worldwide to develop the new dicer. According to the official website, William Urschel founded Urschel Laboratories and pioneered innovations in food processing equipment.
In addition to product development, Urschel Laboratories emphasizes employee respect and community involvement. The company supported employee retirement via annual stock contributions through its Employee Stock Ownership Plan according to its official website. It also contributed to community well-being by offering competitive wages and making local investments according to the official website.
Urschel operates a modern manufacturing facility and global headquarters in Valparaiso, Indiana as reported by its official website. The company has earned recognition as an exemplary employer for promoting a positive work environment according to its official site.
As a fully employee-owned corporation under an Employee Stock Ownership Plan according to the official website, Urschel continues its legacy of innovation while supporting both employees and community.
