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JBT Corporation  /  2015 Annual Report

The Next Level

John Bean Technologies 
Corporation (JBT) is a 
leading global technology 
solutions provider. The 
company designs, develops 
and delivers solutions for 
high-value segments of  
the food production 
industry with a focus on 
proteins, liquid foods and 
automated systems.

JBT   |   2015 Annual Report

If you ate or 
drank something 
today…

JBT   |   2015 Annual Report

There’s a good chance 
JBT technology  
played a critical role  
in its preparation.

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Thomas Giacomini, pictured second from 
left at JBT Facility in Lakeland, Florida 

2015: A Global Food Preparation Solutions Leader

2015 Sales

$1.1B

Consolidated 
Operating Margin

8.0%

2017: Next Level Objectives

Food 
Businesses

69%

of total segment 
operating profi t

Sales Objective

$1.2-
1.3B

Consolidated 
Operating Margin

Food 
Businesses

8-10% 80%+

of total segment 
operating profi t

*Operating income in years 2013 and 2014 adjusted for restructuring expense, as well as management succession and consulting costs.

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Revenue
(dollars in millions)

$934 $984

$1,107

2013 2014 2015

Operating Income*
(dollars in millions)

$89

$74

$59

2013 2014 2015

Dear Fellow Stockholders:

2016 AND BEYOND: THE JBT WE’RE BUILDING

JBT   |   2015 Annual Report

Just two years ago, we introduced 
our Next Level strategy and started 
building ONE JBT, with a single set 
of values—integrity, accountability, 
relentless improvement and 
teamwork—and a common set 
of tools focused on operational 
excellence and growth.

In 2015, we made excellent progress implementing our strategy 
and are on track to achieve the goals we set for 2017. We also 
posted robust sales growth and margin expansion for the year. 
At the same time, we have continued to invest in our business, 
building JBT’s competitive position and enhancing our long-
term growth and profi tability.     

We are pleased to report solid progress and results across our 
strategy’s three focus areas—fi x our profi tability, strengthen our 
capabilities and grow our business—as outlined on the pages 
that follow. 

RECORD FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE IN 2015 

The progress JBT made in 2015 was refl ected in our fi nancial 
results. We reported record revenue and earnings in the face of 
signifi cant currency translation headwinds.

Revenue for 2015 was $1.1 billion, up 13 percent from 
2014, with a solid balance of organic and acquisition-driven 
growth of 11 percent and 9 percent, respectively, offset by 
a negative 7 percent currency impact.  

While we strengthened our core focus on food in 2015, we 
enjoyed a balanced contribution to JBT’s performance, with 
14 percent top-line growth at FoodTech, inclusive of an 
11 percent negative currency translation impact, and 9 percent 
growth at Aerotech. 2015 revenue was ahead in every region, 
including North and South America, Europe and Asia. Segment 
operating profi t margin expanded to 11.2 percent, compared 
with 10.4 percent in 2014.  

As a result of healthy top-line growth and margin expansion, 
diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations 
was $1.88 for 2015, versus reported EPS of $1.03 and 
adjusted EPS of $1.56 in 2014. Cash fl ow from operations 
expanded as well, reaching $112 million in 2015 versus 
$78 million in 2014, as we improved working capital effi ciency 
and converted our profi ts into cash.  

The JBT we envisioned is now emerging. With revenue from our 
food business approaching 70 percent of our total, we are now 
primarily a food company.

That means JBT is signifi cantly better positioned to capitalize 
on favorable food and beverage consumption trends. Think 
about it. If you ate or drank something today—whether from a 
restaurant or grocery store—there is a good chance that JBT 
equipment touched it along the way. As the global population 
increases and the middle class expands across the world, 
we expect to see a signifi cant shift toward more proteins and 
higher-value liquid foods. Advantage JBT.  

Our ability to capitalize on a growing food market is bolstered 
by our investment in new products and services. Our goal 
is to provide customers with a comprehensive solution that 
enhances their profi tability, driven by higher yield and greater 
food safety. Whether it’s through internal product development 
or acquisitions, we are expanding the available market.  

We completed the acquisition of two leading liquid foods 
solution providers in 2015. The benefi ts of these acquisitions, 
as well as the three we made in 2014, have exceeded our 
expectations. With the addition of complementary products and 
services, JBT has been able to bid on—and win—business that 
we couldn’t entertain in the past.   

As we look beyond the Next Level Strategy objectives, we are 
committed to articulating a new set of goals and supporting 
actions that build on our solid foundation. Stay tuned, as we will 
detail our next three-year plan at JBT’s upcoming Investor Day 
in November of 2016.  

This is an exciting time for JBT. I would like to thank all of our 
employees who have embraced and advanced the Next Level 
strategy. It is their talent and commitment that have enabled 
us to translate this strategy into success. I very much look 
forward to continuing on our path of building a great, dynamic 
company in 2016 and beyond.

Sincerely,

Thomas W. Giacomini
Chairman of the Board, 
President and Chief Executive Offi cer
JBT Corporation

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Next Level Progress

The Next Level: Accelerating Performance

Fix

Fixing profi tability to drive economic 
returns and generate cash for 
investment in growth initiatives.

Strengthen

Enhancing our capabilities to 
achieve disciplined, profi table, 
sustained long-term growth.

Grow

Growing through a disciplined 
focus on select initiatives that 
move the needle.

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2015: Execution

Cultural Transformation

Restructuring Results

ONE JBT ONE JBT: reaching 

across business lines to 
maximize performance

One company, one 
culture, one priority: 
Profi tably grow JBT.

• Value-based pricing
• Sourcing
• Shared services

$10M+

Annualized savings in 2015

• Rightsizing
• Reorganization

• Consolidation
• Simplifi cation

Value-Based Pricing Initiative

RCI (Lean) Implementation

$8M+

Annualized benefi t 
in 2015

330+

Kaizen events 
completed

250+

Leaders trained 
to date

$4M+

Annualized RCI 
benefi t in 2015

11%

11% constant-currency organic 
growth in 2015 through new-
product innovation and improved 
commercial execution

5/$200M+

Five acquisitions through 2015 in 
protein and liquid foods, contributing 
$200M+ in new revenue annually 
and 9% growth in 2015

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Building capabilities in protein and liquid food

M&A: Expanding Value Chain Presence

(cid:127) Filling JBT gaps in the value chain through acquisition

Our M&A program is focused on expanding JBT positions in 
the protein processing and liquid foods value chains.

(cid:127)   Pre-acquisition JBT presence                  Completed Acquisitions

Protein Processing

Wolf-tec

Formcook

Primary

Portioning

Mixing/
Blending

Mixing,
Grinding,
Blending

Injecting/
Marination

Forming

Coating

Frying

Cooking

Freezing

Slicing

Packaging

 $11B+

Liquid Foods

Raw
Material
Handling

Extraction/
Refi ning

Beverage
Handling

Pasteurizing/
Evaporation/
Bulk Filling

   Storage

Thawing

Ingredient
& H20 Prep

Mixing/
Metering

Blending

Sterilization

CIP/
Controls &
Instruments

Filling

Packaging

ICS Solutions

Stork Food & Dairy Systems

A&B Process Systems

 $4B+

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2015: Execution

(cid:127) Acquired July, 2015

(cid:127) Acquired October, 2015

Stork Food & Dairy Systems

A&B Process Systems

Broadens JBT’s liquid foods 
business with world-class 
processing and fi lling technologies 

Adds liquid foods capabilities that 
position JBT to offer complete 
solutions and strengthens 
installation/aftermarket business

(cid:127)  Based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands

(cid:127)  Located in Stratford, WI

(cid:127)  Positions JBT in rapid-growth global 
  dairy, juice and blended dairy/juice 
  beverage categories

(cid:127)  Secondary processing technologies that 
  adds breadth to JBT solutions to existing 
  customers for enhanced value

(cid:127)  Expands secondary processing presence

(cid:127)  Well-established fi eld service operation

(cid:127)  Further globalizes sales, manufacturing 
  and technical capabilities

(cid:127)  Leverage opportunity for JBT global 
  sales network

Netherlands
Stork Food & 
Dairy Systems

Wisconsin, U.S.A.
A&B Process 
Systems

+ liquid foods

+ liquid foods

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JBT   |   2015 Annual Report

A comprehensive commitment

JBT sustainability:
Better plants, better business

Reduction in kBtu/work 
hour since 2010

baseline

15%
reduction

(goal)
25% reduction

2010

2015

by 2020

The U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Plants® 
program is a collaborative public/private-sector 
partnership to improve energy effi ciency among 
industrial companies. A participant since 2013, 
JBT has joined other Better Plants members in 
committing to reducing energy intensity in its U.S. 
manufacturing facilities by 25 percent by 2020. 
Using 2010 levels as a baseline, we have reduced 
energy intensity, measured by kBtu per work 
hour, by 15 percent through 2015.

CSR at JBT

JBT has always taken a comprehensive 
approach to sustainability and corporate 
social responsibility (CSR). 

We work continuously to operate ethically 
and improve safety, effi ciency and 
environmental impact within JBT. 

Out in the world, JBT products increase 
effi ciency, help ensure food safety, 
minimize food waste and reduce the 
environmental footprint of our customers 
while JBT people and corporate giving 
contribute to stronger communities.

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Inside the JBT fenceline:
People and Processes
(cid:127)  Ethics
(cid:127)  Safety
(cid:127)  Environmental

Outside the JBT fenceline:
Products and People
(cid:127)  Customer solutions 
(cid:127)  Community volunteerism
(cid:127)  Corporate giving

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Beyond 2017: A Bright Future

The trends are with us. 

As economies expand worldwide, 
demand for value-added food 
grows with it. At the same time, 
food producers are always looking 
for ways to enhance yield, food 
safety and productivity. These 
market forces play to JBT strengths.

Our Next Level strategy is working. 
Beyond 2017, we see many 
meaningful opportunities to enhance 
our competitive position, improve 
our margins and grow our business.

There is more to come.

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JBT 2015 Board of Directors

Pictured (left to right):

JAMES M. RINGLER

THOMAS W. GIACOMINI

EDWARD L . DOHENY

Has served as Chairman of Teradata Corporation 
since 2007; previously held senior management 
positions with Illinois Tool Works, Inc., Premark 
International, Inc., White Consolidated Industries and 
The Tappan Company; currently a Board Member 
of FMC Technologies, Inc., The Dow Chemical 
Company and Autoliv, Inc.

POLLY B. KAWALEK

Served as President of PepsiCo’s Quaker Foods 
Division from 2002 to 2004; previously held various 
positions for 25 years within Quaker Oats.

ALAN D. FELDMAN

Served as the President and Chief Executive 
Offi cer of Midas, Inc. from 2003 to 2012 and as its 
Chairman from 2006 to 2012; previously held senior 
management positions within McDonald’s and 
PepsiCo; currently a Board Member of Foot Locker, 
Inc.and GNC Holdings, Inc.

Became the President and Chief Executive Offi cer 
of JBT Corporation as well as a member of the JBT 
Board of Directors in September 2013. In May 2014, 
Mr. Giacomini was elected Chairman of the Board. 
Prior to joining JBT, served as Vice President of Dover 
Corporation and the President and Chief Executive 
Offi cer of Dover Engineered Systems. Previously, 
served as President and Chief Executive Offi cer of 
Dover Industrial Products and President of Dover’s 
Material Handling Platform. Joined Dover in 2003 
following its acquisition of Warn Industries. During 
12 year tenure at Warn Industries held a variety 
of leadership roles including President and Chief 
Operating Offi cer. In August 2015, Mr. Giacomini joined 
the Board of Directors of Clarcor, Inc.

C. MAURY DEVINE

Served in various positions within Exxon Mobil 
Corporation from 1994 to 2000 including President 
and Managing Director of Exxon Mobil Norway and 
Secretary of Mobil Corporation; previously held 
positions within the U.S. Government; currently a Board 
Member of FMC Technologies, Inc., Technip and Valeo.

Has served as the President and Chief 
Executive Offi cer of Joy Global, Inc. since 
2013; previously,  served as an Executive 
Vice President of Joy Global, Inc. and Chief 
Operating Offi cer of Joy Mining Machinery 
since 2006; prior to joining Joy Global, Mr. 
Doheny spent 21 years with Ingersoll-Rand 
Corporation, where he held a variety of 
senior executive positions domestically and 
internationally.

JAMES E . GOODWIN

Served as Chairman and Chief Executive 
Offi cer of UAL Corporation and United 
Airlines from 1999 to 2001; currently a 
Board Member of AAR Corporation and 
Federal Signal Corporation.

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Executive Offi cers

Annual Meeting

Stock Transfer Agent

Thomas W. Giacomini
Chairman of the Board, President 
and Chief Executive Offi cer 

Brian A. Deck
Executive Vice President and 
Chief Financial Offi cer

Steven R. Smith
Executive Vice President and 
Division President, JBT FoodTech

David C. Burdakin
Executive Vice President and 
Division President, JBT AeroTech

James L. Marvin
Executive Vice President, 
General Counsel and Secretary

Mark K. Montague
Executive Vice President, 
Human Resources

Megan J. Rattigan
Vice President and Controller

Corporate Offi ce

John Bean Technologies Corporation
70 West Madison Street
Suite 4400
Chicago, Illinois 60602
+1.312.861.5900

Investor Relations

John Bean Technologies Corporation
Investor Relations
Debarshi Sengupta
70 West Madison Street
Suite 4400
Chicago, Illinois 60602
+1.312.861.6933
ir.jbtcorporation.com

The Annual Meeting will be held at 9:30am 
Central Time on Friday, May 13, 2016 
at Three First National Plaza, 70 West 
Madison Street, Suite 450, Chicago, IL 
60602. Notice of the meeting, together 
with proxy materials, will be mailed to 
stockholders in advance of the meeting.

Form 10-K

A copy of the company’s 2015 Annual
Report on Form 10-K, as fi led with the 
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, 
is available at ir.jbtcorporation.com or 
upon written request to:

JBT Corporation
Corporate Communications
70 West Madison Street
Suite 4400
Chicago, Illinois 60602

However, certain information required 
under Parts II and III of the company’s 
2015 Annual Report on Form 10-K has 
been incorporated by reference from 
the company’s Proxy Statement for its 
2016 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.

JBT Corporation was originally 
incorporated as Frigoscandia, Inc. in the 
State of Delaware in May 1994.

Stock Exchange

JBT Corporation is listed on the
New York Stock Exchange under
the symbol JBT.

Auditors

KPMG LLP
200 East Randolph Street 
Chicago, IL 60601

Address stockholder inquiries, including
requests for stock transfers, to:

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Courier Services:

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Shareholder Services Number(s):

+1.877.581.5548

E-Mail: 

web.queries@computershare.com

Investor Centre™ portal:

www.computershare.com/investor

Additional Information

Additional information about JBT 
Corporation, including news and 
fi nancial data, is available by visiting 
the company’s website:
www.jbtcorporation.com

An email alert service is available by 
request under the Investor Relations 
section of the website. This service will 
provide an automatic alert, via email, 
each time a news release is posted to the 
site or a new fi ling is made with the U.S. 
Securities and Exchange Commission.

Information may also be obtained by 
writing to Investor Relations in Chicago, IL.

This report is printed on FSC® Certifi ed 
paper, SFI® Certifi ed Sourcing and 
Rainforest Alliance Certifi ed™. Featuring 
10% post consumer recycled content 
and certifi ed fi ber.

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Suite 4400
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