Mead Johnson buys business

GLENVIEW — Mead Johnson Nutrition Co. said it will acquire the spray drying and finishing capabilities in Australia from Bega Cheese Limited, one of Australia’s leading dairy product companies. Terms of the acquisition were not announced. The deal builds on a long and successful relationship between the two companies, as Bega has been a certified ingredient supplier for MJN products since 2009. “This acquisition further strengthens our ability to protect and expand our growth in China by creating both additional capacity and the ability to adapt to a changing regulatory environment,” said Kasper Jakobsen, president and chief executive officer. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter of 2017. Mead Johnson earlier this month was acquired by U.K.-based consumer health and hygiene company Reckitt Benckiser Group in a deal valued at $17.9 billion.

Sullivan Roofing wins award

SCHAUMBURG — Sullivan Roofing was named first place winner of the Sika Sarnafil 2016 Project of the Year for Sustainability, for the company’s work on the new Zurich North American Headquarters in Schaumburg. Sika Sarnafil was the manufacturer of choice for Sullivan Roofing. The building’s unique overall design had a complex mixture of roof systems, details, waterproofing, pavers and green roof modules. The complexity of the project, uniqueness, sustainable design, and green roof system inspired creativity and collaborative problem solving to overcome some unique challenges stemming from the diverse line of products used to complete the project. The 783,000-square-foot corporate campus is at the corner of Meacham Road and Interstate 90.

Elan receives certification

BOLINGBROOK — Elan Industries, a manufacturer of electronic controls for residential and commercial appliances, has been certified under International Organization for Standardization 9001:2015. The company previously earned certification under ISO 9001:2008 in 2003 and has been audited and registered annually by Perry Johnson Registrars since 2013. ISO 9001:2015 focuses on quality management systems and performance. It assists companies in developing a management system that aligns quality with their business strategy. “We are excited to earn certification to ISO 9001:2015 and feel it provides additional assurance to our customers that we are focused on continuous improvement and customer satisfaction,” said Elan Chief Operating Officer John Tomaras.

Hospital names 2 to board

NEW LENOX — Dr. David Livingston and Michael Scudder have been appointed to the Silver Cross Hospital’s board of directors. Livingston is president of Lewis University in Romeoville. He previously served as president of Lourdes University for three years and at Mercyhurst University for 16 years in various capacities. Prior to joining the Mercyhurst community, he taught religious studies at Loyola Academy High School in Wilmette, University of St. Francis in Joliet, Joliet Catholic Academy, and Loyola University of Chicago. Scudder is the president and CEO of First Midwest Bancorp, based in Itasca, and the chairman of the board and CEO of First Midwest Bank. He also serves as a member of the advisory committee of the First Midwest board. Prior to his appointment in 2008, Scudder served as First Midwest Bancorp’s president and chief operating officer and as its chief financial officer. He also has served in other management capacities in his 30 years of service to First Midwest.