Locally made protein bars sold across the U.S.

Locally made protein bars sold across the U.S.

LIBERTY — A new company that split off from a family business in Pittsburgh has 50 workers making protein bars that are sold across the country.

Belmont Confections opened in May at the former Delphi Packard Electric training facility at 4718 Belmont Ave., and a ribbon-cutting ceremony was to be held Tuesday.

George Tsudis, company owner, said daily production is up to 150,000 protein bars, which are being sent to retailers all across the country.

A quick ramp-up in production was possible because the accounts had been with Tsudis Chocolate Co., which he had operated with his brother.

The Pittsburgh company produces Hershey’s and M&M chocolate products and NutriSystem bars.

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