What Flory Industries does

Flory Industries is a Salida, California-based manufacturer and supplier of nut-harvesting equipment founded in 1936 by the Flory family. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes machinery for commercial tree nut growers harvesting almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecans, hazelnuts, cashews, chestnuts, figs, macadamia, and tung nuts, and for specialty stone fruit operations. Following the February 2023 acquisition of COE Orchard Equipment, Flory became the first and only full-line manufacturer in the nut-harvesting industry, offering both on-ground (sweepers, harvesters, shakers) and off-ground (catching frame) harvest solutions.

The on-ground portfolio includes the VR700 side-mount shaker and M700 mono boom shaker, the V62/V79/V34/V58 series self-propelled sweepers, the 8772 self-propelled and 860/870/VX240/490 PTO harvesters, the CP8700 self-propelled and CP87 PTO conditioners, plus VS25/ST14 shuttles, the 1500 conveyor cart, 4840/4890/4840E field elevators, the WS920 shredder, 4000 series flail mowers, and 2500/2X62 blowers. Off-ground COE systems include the C7 catching frame shaker, L2 receiver, RS8/R10 shuttles, B8 conveyor cart, W8 bin carrier, and E5/ES8 field elevators primarily for pistachio harvesting. Proprietary technologies differentiate the lineup: the patented Synergy Blower combines shaking and blowing into a single machine, the patent-pending Vortex Cleaning System delivers water-free ultra-low-dust harvesting on the VX240, the TRAX track drive provides custom low-impact traction, the AXIOM hydraulic lift supports off-ground catching frame equipment, and the V62 sweeper integrates Bonsai Robotics' Visionsteer, an AI/camera-based autonomous row-following system using stereo cameras and real-time machine learning.

Flory generates revenue through hardware sales of agricultural equipment via an authorized dealer network spanning more than 37 countries across North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Australia, the Middle East, and Central Asia, supplemented by direct sales and service through three company-owned facilities in Salida, Live Oak, and Gridley, California. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, with prospective buyers directed to the dealer locator or a "Request a Demo" workflow. A secondary revenue stream comes from a Contract Manufacturing division, established in 1986, which offers turnkey CNC laser cutting, punching, forming, machining, welding, powder coating, and assembly services to external clients across multiple non-agricultural industries. The company operates 226,000+ square feet of vertically integrated manufacturing capacity and is privately held by the Flory family, with revenue not publicly disclosed.

Name

Flory Industries

Legal name

Flory Industries

Website

https://goflory.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1936

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Flory Industries, founded in 1936 in Salida, California, manufactures nut-harvesting equipment for commercial tree nut growers worldwide. The first full-line nut-harvesting manufacturer, it offers both on-ground and off-ground harvest solutions across 37+ countries via an authorized dealer network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Equipment / Nut Harvesting Machinery

NAICS

Food Product Machinery Manufacturing (333241)

SIC

Wholesale-Industrial Machinery & Equipment (5084)

akta.pro primary industry

Bulk Handling & Conveying for Processing Lines (Augers, Elevators, Conveyors) (AFAAAJAJ)

Keywords

• Nut harvesting equipment
• Agricultural machinery
• Tree nut harvesting
• Contract manufacturing
• Orchard equipment

Headquarters

HQ city

Salida

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Agricultural Equipment Sales: Flory Industries generates the majority of its revenue from the design, manufacture, and sale of nut-harvesting equipment including shakers, sweepers, harvesters, conditioners, shuttles, carts, elevators, blowers, shredders, and off-ground catching frame systems. Products are sold through an authorized dealer network globally and directly through company-owned service facilities. Both self-propelled and PTO/tractor-mounted models are offered.
2. Contract Manufacturing: Flory's Contract Manufacturing department provides full-turnkey custom metal fabrication to external companies across multiple industries. Services span Manufacturing Engineering, CNC Metal Fabrication (laser cutting, punching, forming, machining), Professional Finishing (powder coating, wet paint), welding, and assembly. The company leverages its vertically integrated OEM infrastructure and supply chain network to serve non-agricultural clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Flory Industries designs, manufactures, and sells a complete line of nut-harvesting equipment — including self-propelled and PTO-powered shakers, sweepers, conditioners, harvesters, shuttles, carts, elevators, blowers, shredders, mowers, and off-ground COE catching frame systems — for commercial growers of almonds, walnuts, pistachios, pecans, hazelnuts, and other tree nuts. The company also operates a Contract Manufacturing division offering CNC laser cutting, metal forming, machining, welding, and professional finishing to external industrial clients.

Product overview

Flory Industries is a nut-harvesting equipment manufacturer offering both on-ground and off-ground harvest solutions. The on-ground portfolio includes VR700 and M700 tree shakers, V62/V79/V34/V58 series sweepers, tractor-mounted sweepers, CP8700/CP87/CC70 conditioners, 8772/860/870/VX240/490 harvesters, VS25/ST14 shuttles, 1500 conveyor carts, 4840/4890/4840E elevators, WS920 shredders, 4000 series mowers, 2500/2X62 blowers, and the TRAX track system. Following the 2023 acquisition of COE Orchard Equipment, the off-ground portfolio expanded to include COE C7 and L2 catching frame systems, RS8/R10 shuttles, W8 bin carrier, B8 conveyor cart, and E5/ES8 field elevators—all specifically designed for pistachio and specialty crop harvesting. The company also offers contract manufacturing services with CNC laser cutting, punching, forming, machining, welding, and professional finishing capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• COE (Coe Orchard Equipment): Off-ground harvest solutions including catching frame shakers, receivers, shuttles, bin carriers, conveyor carts, and elevators for pistachios and tree crops. Acquired by Flory Industries in February 2023.
• Synergy
• Visionsteer
• TRAX

Products and services

• VR700 Side Mount Shaker Durable side-mount tree shaker built to move quickly from tree to tree, maximizing crop removal while minimizing tree damage. Features hydrostatic shake system, programmable ESHAKE patterns, ergonomic controls, and optional Synergy Blower integration. Available in VR700 and VR700 Pro+ variants with 74–139 HP engine options. Designed for commercial almond, walnut, and other tree-nut growers.
• M700 Mono Boom Shaker Heavy-duty front-mounted mono boom tree shaker with 139 HP John Deere engine, POWERMAX hydraulic intelligence, TrueClamp precision clamping, and customizable ESHAKE patterns for high-performance crop removal in large trees. Targeted at commercial growers needing reach into large trees.
• V62 Series Sweeper Self-propelled single-pass sweeper with dual five-bar sweeping heads and dual hydraulic blowers. Features Bonsai Visionsteer autonomous steering using stereo cameras and machine learning to keep the sweeper centered in the row in dusty low-visibility orchards. Cab-forward design with shatter-resistant glass. For commercial tree-nut growers seeking labor-efficient sweeping.
• 34 Series Sweeper Air-cab nut sweeper with right-to-left sweeping design that places the cab door safely away from the tree row. Features four-tire flotation, optional 4-wheel drive, and an enhanced blower with 50/50 split and 23% more air output than previous models. Ergonomically focused on safety and efficiency for commercial nut growers.
• 79 Series Sweeper Air-cab nut sweeper built on a proven platform with flexible four-wheel chassis, angled front wheelbase, and front wheels that double as reel depth control for precision sweeping. Features traditional left-to-right sweeping and a powerful engine-mounted blower at the rear. Designed for commercial nut growers.
• 58 Series Sweeper Open-cab nut sweeper with left-to-right sweeping, engine-mounted blower, and proven reliability. Features the Align-Mount reel for self-alignment and extended bearing life. Targeted at commercial growers seeking a simple, durable sweeper.
• Tractor Mount V-Sweeper (TMV) Tractor-mounted V-sweeper built for single-pass operation combining two full-size sweeping heads. Can be combined with the 2X62 Blower for maximum efficiency. Designed for nut growers who prefer tractor-powered solutions over self-propelled equipment.
• 9685/9610 Tractor Mount Sweeper Single-side tractor-mounted sweeper for use in almond, walnut, pecan, fig and other nut orchards. Pairs with the 2500 blower for effective material movement. Targeted at growers seeking a tractor-mounted single-side sweeping solution.
• 8772 Self-Propelled Harvester Self-propelled nut harvester powered by a CAT 174 HP engine. Features variable speed suction fan, adjustable windboard, enhanced suction zone geometry, and optional Synergy Sweeps for integrated harvesting and sweeping. Designed for high-throughput commercial harvesting of tree nuts.
• 860 High-Capacity PTO Harvester PTO-powered harvester with a large low-speed suction fan for superior cleaning without excessive wear and dust emissions. Features hydraulic motors for pickup and conveying systems. Targeted at commercial tree-nut growers seeking tractor-powered harvesting.
• 870 High-Capacity PTO Harvester Next-generation PTO harvester with 57-inch pickup throat, high-volume low-speed undershot fan, and optimized airflow. Can be upgraded to VX240 ultra-low-dust performance via a bolt-on conversion kit. Designed for high-capacity commercial harvesting.
• VX240 Ultra-Low Dust PTO Harvester Award-winning ultra-low dust PTO harvester with the patent-pending Vortex Cleaning System that captures and separates material before it reaches the fan. Delivers water-free dust suppression without sacrificing speed or cleaning performance. Targeted at commercial growers facing dust regulations and worker safety concerns.
• 490 PTO Harvester Compact and simple nut harvester with PTO-powered drive and mechanical chain drives. Features 48-inch straight-through conveyance and three-stage tumbling action for reliable performance. Targeted at smaller orchard operations seeking a straightforward harvester.
• CP8700 Self-Propelled Conditioner Self-propelled conditioner with 147 HP CAT engine. Features twin-rod chain inside stick chain, optimized plenum design, electronically controlled windboard, and interchangeable parts with the 8700 harvester. Designed for commercial windrowing and conditioning of tree nuts.
• CP87 PTO Conditioner Tractor-pulled conditioner with self-contained hydraulic system and twin-rod cleaning chains. Features over 5,300 square inches of gravity cleaning and a high-volume low-velocity suction fan. Designed for tractor-powered windrow conditioning.
• CC70 Conditioner Cart Trailer-mounted conditioner cart that integrates with harvesters to separate sticks, leaves, and debris while returning clean product to the row for optimal drying. Targeted at growers seeking in-row conditioning during harvest.
• VS25 Velocity Shuttle Low-profile rigid-frame shuttle with automotive-style controls, 30 MPH top speed, and 22.5 ft. turning radius. Features side-dump unloading and 450 cu. ft. nut tank capacity; can unload and lower in as little as 20 seconds. Designed for fast in-orchard transport of harvested nuts.
• ST14 Shuttle Truk Versatile shuttle with articulated steering, air-ride suspension, and choice of drag-chain or side-dump unloading. Features a CAT 4.4L Tier 4f engine and automotive-style control system. Designed for flexible nut transport in orchards.
• 1500 Conveyor Cart High-capacity conveyor cart with industry-leading unload speeds of less than 1 minute for most crops. Available in auger or stick remover configurations with universal shuttle compatibility. Targeted at commercial operations requiring fast in-orchard conveyance.
• 4840 Field Elevator Field elevator with 48-inch wide belt and variable speed for fast unloading. Features remote controls, drive wheel, and safety stop cord for quick safe operation. Designed for loading harvested nuts into trailers from orchard floor.
• 4890 180 Degree Field Elevator Right-angle field elevator with 180-degree swivel capability for adjustable unloading into trailers. Features CAT 3.6L Tier 4 Final engine and 74 HP power. Designed for orchards where directional flexibility is required.
• 4840E Electric Field Elevator Award-winning fully electric field elevator with 600V 64 kWh battery and 130 HP electric motor. Can fill up to nine truckloads on a single charge and is compatible with 120V or 240V charging. Targeted at commercial growers seeking zero-emission in-orchard elevator operation.
• COE ES8 Avalanche Field Elevator High-capacity pistachio field elevator with hydrostatically driven belts and soft start/stop. Features a 48-inch wide hopper conveyor with front and side unloading, and can move up to 10 tons of pistachios in under a minute. Targeted at pistachio and specialty crop growers needing fast off-ground loading.
• COE E5 Magnum Field Elevator Pistachio field elevator for use with front-dump shuttles to load harvested crops into trailers. Self-propelled option allows repositioning without shuttle assistance. Targeted at pistachio growers using front-dump shuttle workflows.
• COE B8 Conveyor Cart High-capacity bulk cart for pistachio harvesting with 420 cu. ft. capacity. Features a 30-inch unloading belt, power-assist drive wheels, and adjustable speed high-capacity augers. Designed for off-ground pistachio handling workflows.
• COE W8 Bin Carrier All-wheel drive bin carrier with three steering modes (front, 4-wheel, crab) for demanding harvest environments. Features a heavy-duty frame, leaf spring suspension with air bags, and optional bulk insert. Targeted at pistachio and specialty crop operations with varied terrain.
• COE R10 High-Capacity Shuttle Front-dump shuttle built for pistachio harvesting with a reinforced frame and dual tank lift cylinders. Features 4WD with auto-shift and three steering modes, with an optional 139 HP engine. Designed for high-capacity front-dump pistachio transport.
• COE RS8 Avalanche Shuttle Side-unloading shuttle designed for pistachio harvesting with a reinforced frame and all-wheel drive. Features 450 cu. ft. nut tank capacity, a John Deere 139HP engine, and surround view cameras. Targeted at pistachio growers needing high-capacity side-unload shuttle workflows.
• COE L2 Catching Frame Receiver Catching frame receiver that pairs with the COE C7 Shaker for complete off-ground harvesting. Available in open cab or AC cab configurations with 45 or 90 degree elevator options. Targeted at pistachio and specialty crop growers using catching-frame systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Harvesting 80 acres of half-mile rows in a 12-hour day
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

AI capability2 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• COE Orchard EquipmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFlory Industries acquired COE Orchard Equipment in February 2023, creating the nut-harvesting industry's first and only full-line manufacturer offering both on-ground and off-ground harvest solutions. COE's catching frame systems (C7 Shaker, L2 Receiver, RS8, R10, W8, B8, E5, ES8 shuttles and elevators) are now integrated under the Flory/COE brand. COE was founded in 1970 by Lyman and Lois Coe for custom harvest operations and later became a manufacturer of off-ground harvesting equipment.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Emerging players

• Automatic Agitation: Manufacturer of off-ground harvesting catching frame systems for tree fruit and nut crops, including pistachios. Competes in the catching frame/orchard equipment space alongside the COE product line acquired by Flory.
• Bonsai Robotics: Developer of AI/autonomous steering technology for agricultural equipment including Visionsteer, which is integrated into Flory's V62 sweeper. Represents a technology partner and potential autonomous navigation competitor in specialty crop machinery.
• Exact Corp: Manufacturer of nut harvesting equipment including sweepers and conditioners for almond, walnut, and pistachio operations. Direct competitor in regional nut harvesting machinery.
• Nelson Manufacturing: Manufacturer of agricultural machinery and specialty equipment including nut handling/processing equipment. Adjacent competitor in the broader nut/agriculture equipment ecosystem.
• Colombo / PPG (Peterson/Pacific): Manufacturer of nut shakers and harvesting equipment for almond and walnut operations in California. Direct competitor in tree shaker and harvester categories where Flory offers VR700, M700, and PTO harvesters.

Direct peers

• Orchard-Rite / Shaker Heavy Duty Equipment: Manufacturer of tree shakers, sweepers, and harvesters for almonds, walnuts, pistachios, and other tree nuts. Direct competitor in the on-ground nut harvesting equipment category alongside Flory's V-series sweepers and VR700/M700 shakers.
• Jack Rabbit (Jackrabbit Equipment): Manufacturer of nut harvesting equipment including sweepers, conditioners, harvesters, and elevators for tree nut operations. Direct competitor in the same product categories where Flory competes.
• WEED-IT / Weiss McNair: Manufacturer of nut harvesting and processing equipment including sweepers, conditioners, harvesters, elevators, and blowers for almond, walnut, and pecan operations. Overlaps directly with Flory's sweeper, conditioner, harvester, and elevator product lines.

Broad incumbents

• CNH Industrial (Case IH / New Holland): Global agricultural equipment manufacturer with broad tractor and harvesting equipment lines. Component supplier competitor through CAT engines in Flory's products; broader competitor in mechanized harvesting.
• John Deere (Ag & Turf Division): Large diversified agricultural equipment manufacturer with broad product portfolio including tractors and orchard equipment. Flory uses John Deere engines in the M700 and several COE products. A potential broad-based competitor at the orchard mechanization level but not a specialist in nut harvesting.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/GoFlory
• Xx.com/goflory
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/flory-industries-inc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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