American Society of Baking Honors Charles Burford 

Mr. Charles E Burford was honored on February 28, 2010 by the American Society of Baking by being inducted into the Baking Hall of Fame. He joined a distinguished group of industry pioneers, leaders and innovators who are recognized by the Society for their innovation and entrepreneurial spirit.

The Burford name first became famous through Charles’ father, Earl Burford. During World War II, while labor was in short supply, Earl is credited with developing many labor saving devices for the farming industry. His Automatic Wire Tying Hay Baler would later act as the inspiration for the Burford Twist Tie Machine.

With the help of his son Charles, the Burfords scaled down the machine to make closing poly bread bags more efficient, thereby increasing product life and making it possible to deliver a reclosable product to consumers. The Burfords and the Twist Tie Machine have been synonymous with the baking industry ever since.

Today the Burford Corporation holds numerous patents for machinery and produces an entire line of bakery equipment. Their focus on serving the unique needs of individual bakeries helps create effective and efficient machines that provide the labor and material savings that bakeries strive for.

Mr. Burford was recognized for his many contributions to the baking industry and for his focus on making a good piece of equipment that did the job well. He has played a vital role in the long-term development of the baking industry and will continue to be a fixture in commercial baking.

We thank the American Society of Baking for recognizing Charles Burford’s achievement and dedication to baking.

For more information of this honor please visit the ABSE's Hall of Fame page.