posted by Shivvers Blogs on Friday, May 31, 2024

Contact Information:
Steven Brockshus
Shivvers Technology & Innovation Group LLC (STIG)
Info@StigAg.com (833) 379-2676

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Shivvers Manufacturing Acquires Haber Technologies to Form Shivvers Technology & Innovation Group (STIG)

Corydon, IA — Shivvers Manufacturing is proud to announce the acquisition of Haber Technologies. This strategic partnership brings together Shivvers’ extensive expertise in manufacturing and agricultural leadership in the grain drying industry with Haber’s innovative approach to empowering farmers through transformational technology. The new entity will operate as Shivvers Technology & Innovation Group (STIG).

Message from Leadership:
"Through a joint and mutually beneficial decision, Shivvers and Haber are excited to partner and merge the reputation that Shivvers has built in the grain drying and handling industry with Haber’s passion for empowering and transformational technology to create STIG – the Shivvers Technology & Innovation Group," said Carl Shivvers, President of Shivvers Manufacturing. "Our mission at STIG is to get technology in the hands of as many farmers as possible to allow them to meet the challenges of a modern farming economy. This marriage allows the opportunity to build upon the synergies between Shivvers’ established drying solutions and the cutting-edge technology Haber already offers in way of real-time remote grain storage monitoring & automated conditioning, ultimately creating a more comprehensive solution for farmers".

Mission and Vision:
STIG’s mission is to equip farmers with advanced technology to help them navigate the complexities of modern agriculture. By integrating Shivvers’ manufacturing process with Haber’s technological innovations, STIG aims to revolutionize the agricultural landscape.

"Our vision is to be the home-grown solution to technology that farmers think of first when they look to connect any part of their grain drying and handling operation," said Eric Harweger, Co-Founder of Haber Technologies. "We are committed to creating solutions that are tailored to the needs of farmers, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and sustainability."

About Shivvers Manufacturing:
Shivvers Manufacturing, Inc. is located in Corydon, Iowa, 70 miles southeast of Des Moines. Shivvers has been revolutionizing the agricultural industry for over 55 years with highly efficient Counter-Flow Grain Drying Systems. A leader in grain drying technology, Shivvers is known for introducing the industry’s first computerized control system in 1984, automatically managing the grain drying process to allow for 24/7 operation while ensuring unprecedented drying precision and efficiency. The company remains family-owned and operated, committed to providing American-made products that offer a comprehensive grain drying solution. Learn More at Shivvers.com.

About Haber Technologies:
Haber Technologies was born from an idea in an agricultural engineering class at Iowa State University. Co-Founders Eric Harweger and Dillon Hurd developed the novel grain aeration & management solution, leading to the creation of the DRI-Stack® system in 2018. Headquartered in Ames, Iowa, Haber Technologies has rapidly grown, helping farmers across 10 states with their grain drying & automation technology.

Looking Ahead:
As STIG, the combined strengths of Shivvers and Haber will drive forward the development of innovative agricultural technologies, ensuring that farmers have access to the tools they need to thrive. This partnership represents a significant step towards a more connected and technologically advanced future for agriculture.

For more information about STIG and its initiatives, please visit www.StigAg.com.