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St. Louis, MO – MIR is excited to announce the acquisition of another great company in the belting industry, Splawn Belting (“Splawn”).
The acquisition of Splawn is MIR’s 6th transaction and continues the extension of MIR’s nationwide reach.
“Splawn’s unchallenged manufacturing capabilities and expertise in the region allows us to utilize their location as our Southeast manufacturing hub. Splawn’s expertise will provide support to our strategically located branch network enabling MIR to better service our customers” Brian McSharry CEO stated.
In addition, MIR is extremely pleased that both Michael and Stephen will be continuing with the business, and is excited to welcome all the employees of Splawn to MIR.
Michael Splawn added, “Over the years we have had a number of firms approach us about buying our company. We see MIR as a company that is very professional and share the same values in employees and customers as we do. MIR is a dynamic, growing company, and we are excited to join them. We look forward to playing a pivotal role with them in the Southeast region as we bring our customers additional products and solutions that MIR has to offer.”
Founded in January 1980, MIR is a privately-owned corporation specializing in the fabrication and distribution of lightweight conveyor belting and industrial conveyor products. The company provides value-added products and services through their more than 25 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.
ATLANTA, GA – MIR, a leading value-added supplier of lightweight conveyor belting and related components, is excited to announce the acquisition of another staple business in the belting industry, the Atlanta Belting Company (“ABCo”).
This is MIR’s 5th acquisition in 11 months, adding four additional branches, increasing MIR’s nationwide footprint to 28 total locations.
ABCo provides a wide range of custom belting for multiple industries including food production, recycling, industrial manufacturing, construction, and product handling. Based in Atlanta, GA, ABCo has been a recognized brand in the belting industry for nearly 100 years. ABCo currently operates four full-service facilities throughout the South East United States.
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“This is a very strategic acquisition for us in the South East and broadens our reach and capabilities in the region,” Brian McSharry, CEO/President stated. “The four branches of Atlanta Belting align to our strategic mission of being close to our customers”.
“We very much welcome all the employees of ABCo to MIR and we wish Ernest and Teresa Key much happiness and good health in retirement.”
Paul Hamilton, COO of ABCo, commented “In MIR we have found a partner that allows our team to join a world class distributor of conveyor belting and associated products who are growing rapidly and for good reason, they are the best in the business.”
Founded in January 1980, MIR (Midwest Industrial Rubber, Inc.) is a privately-owned corporation specializing in the fabrication and distribution of lightweight conveyor belting and industrial conveyor products. The company provides value-added products and services through their more than 25 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.
ST. LOUIS, MO – Midwest Industrial Rubber (MIR), a leading fabricator and distributor of lightweight conveyor belting and related components, has acquired Jerry Brothers Industries (JBI), a distributor of conveyor belting with two locations in Richmond, VA and Charlotte, NC. Founded in 1905, JBI is one of the industry’s most recognizable brands.
“We are delighted to welcome Mandy Lushch, Mike Barker and the entire Jerry Brothers team to MIR,” said Brian McSharry, CEO of MIR. “This strategic acquisition expands both our geographical footprint in the Virginia and North Carolina regions and our capabilities in attractive end markets. The opportunity to not only leverage Jerry Brothers’ leading position within these markets, but also bring MIR’s product portfolio and group expertise to Jerry Brothers, will allow our customers to further consolidate their purchasing needs. This acquisition is another significant step in our growth strategy, which calls for us to continue to be as close as we can be to our customers.”
“The JBI team prides itself on providing belting solutions that increase our customers’ profits, and we are excited to be able to offer expanded capabilities as a part of MIR,” said Mandy Lushch, president of Jerry Brothers. “Additionally, MIR’s culture aligns with our own. We began as a family business in the early 1900s and have worked hard to maintain that family-owned atmosphere throughout the years. We believe in investing in our workforce, embracing the creativity of our diverse team, and conducting all business with integrity. MIR shares these same values. Teaming up with MIR will help JBI fulfill its growth potential in our rapidly expanding marketplace, while maintaining our core values of respect for employees and exemplary customer care.”
This is MIR’s fourth acquisition in 2018 and adds two new locations, bringing the company’s national footprint to 25 sales and service locations.
Founded in January 1980, Midwest Industrial Rubber, Inc. is a privately-owned corporation specializing in the fabrication and distribution of conveyor belting and industrial conveyor products. The company provides value-added products and services through their more than 20 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.
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