PFGC vs NDSN Comparison

Performance Food Group is one of the largest foodservice distributors in the US, with sales of just under $68 billion in fiscal 2026. It sells and distributes food and nonfood products through its foodservice segment, which serves restaurants and institutions, accounting for 54% of sales. PFG also wholesales and distributes products to convenience stores (38%) and through its specialty segment (8% of sales), which serves customers such as vending operators, office coffee service providers, and theaters. The firm's platform spans 250,000 products offered to 300,000 customer locations, supported by over 150 distribution centers across all three segments.

Nordson manufactures equipment (including pumps, valves, dispensers, applicators, filters, and pelletizers) used for dispensing adhesives, coatings, sealants, and other materials. The firm serves a diverse range of end markets, including packaging, medical, electronics, and industrial. Nordson's business is organized into three segments: industrial precision solutions, medical and fluid solutions, and advanced technology solutions. The company generated approximately $2.8 billion in revenue in its fiscal 2025.