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Frozen food producer The Real Good Food Company has opened a new manufacturing facility in Bolingbrook, Illinois. The gluten-free-certified plant is Real Good Foods' second production facility, and is expected to more than double the company's manufacturing capacity. Real Good Foods says that Bolingbrook – located 30 miles outside of Chicago – offers proximity to raw materials and distribution hubs. The facility is expected to help the company improve its margins and accelerate profitability. The new production capacity will be brought online in a phased approach throughout the year. At full capacity, the site is expected to support approximately $250 million to $300 million in net sales. "As we continue to work to increase capacity to meet demand for our products, Bolingbrook represents the next step in our growth journey," said Gerard Law, CEO of Real Good Foods. "Opening the Bolingbrook facility within six months of signing the lease demonstrates the speed, agility and experience of our organisation. I am proud of our dedicated team and supplier partners that have worked long hours to open this plant on time and on budget." Bryan Freeman, executive chairman of Real Good Foods, added: "Our mission is to make our craveable, nutritious comfort foods accessible to everyone across the United States and, eventually, throughout the world. Opening Bolingbrook is a significant milestone for the company as we build capacity and expand our reach."