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MIR completes acquisition of New England Belting Company

Midwest Industrial Rubber (“MIR”) a leading value-added supplier of lightweight conveyor belting and related components, has acquired New England Belting Company (“NEBCO”).

NEBCO is an independent provider of specialty belts including edge belts, wave solder belts, timing belts and vacuum belts. Based in Berlin, CT, NEBCO has been the trusted brand in the Northeast for belting supplies for over fifty years. “We are excited to be a part of the MIR team. As a provider of unique specialty belts we look forward to leveraging MIR’s additional locations and fabrication capabilities across North America. We believe the combined entity will cement our position as the region’s lightweight belting leader,” said Gregg Beaty, co-owner.

“This marks the second acquisition since partnering with Incline in 2016,” said Mike Bruhn, CEO of MIR. “An important part of our growth strategy is finding companies to acquire in geographies targeted for expansion. These acquisitions provide quick access to new or underserved markets and strengthens both companies’ ability to serve customers.”

The acquisition gives MIR a stronger presence in the Northeast, allowing the Company to provide more direct fabrication, installation and on-call services to customers in the region. Additionally, the combined entity will have a broader selection of products to offer customers.

“NEBCO is a recognized and respected brand in the industry and will continue to operate as NEBCO, a division of MIR,” said John Morley, Managing Director of Incline. “The acquisition broadens the overall product and service offering, and we are pleased to have the NEBCO owners with us moving forward.”

Founded in January 1980, 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 20 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.

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MIR completes acquisition of Conveyor Belting Supply in Minnesota

Minneapolis, MN – Midwest Industrial Rubber (MIR), the nation’s premier independent specialty fabricator and distributor of conveyor belts and conveyor accessories, is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of Conveyor Belting Supply (CBS). As of February 23, 2018, the company and its assets will now operate as MIR, Inc.

Located in Maple Grove, MN, Conveyor Belting Supply was established by Jim Roufs and John Engfer in 2005. “We found that the team at MIR shares our same values: a customer-centric approach based on trust, responsiveness and reliability. Those qualities have been built on a foundation of excellent service, depth of expertise and a willingness to stay until the customer is satisfied,” said Jim Roufs.

The merger continues to expand MIR’s reach and nationwide footprint, as well as the ability to provide a wider array of products, services and resources to its customers. “We are excited to bring the CBS team onboard. Their consistent and unwavering customer dedication will be enhanced by the resources of MIR. This acquisition will also allow MIR to rapidly expand into Minnesota and the Dakotas’” said Mike Bruhn, CEO of MIR.

Founded in January 1980, 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 20 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.

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MIR continues expansion into the Pacific Northwest

St. Louis, MO – Midwest Industrial Rubber (“MIR”), the nation’s premier independent specialty fabricator and distributor of lightweight belting and conveyor accessories, is continuing its growth strategy by expanding into the Pacific Northwest. The company has secured a 7,000 square-foot facility in Kent, Washington and has begun servicing local customers. The new facility will provide world-class fabrication and installation services for customers throughout the Washington and Oregon regions.

“With the launch of our new location in Kent, Washington, we can now service our national customers and apply our continuous improvement process and application knowledge across Forestry, Fishing, Paper and Box, Hygiene, and Baking and Snack industries,” said Mark Hambacker, MIR President.

Founded in January 1980, Midwest Industrial Rubber, Inc. (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 20 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.

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MIR upgrades Kansas City Operations, continues Western expansion

Kansas City, MO – Midwest Industrial Rubber (“MIR”), the nation’s premier independent specialty fabricator and distributor of lightweight belting and conveyor accessories, is continuing its growth and expansion in the Midwest and out to the West Coast.

MIR recently moved its Kansas City operations from Swift Street in North Kansas City, to Dean’s Downtown business park in the heart of Kansas City. The move increases the company’s operating space from 14,000 square feet to 50,000 square feet. The increase in space will improve the company’s ability to support its continued growth by providing room for more production and fabrication equipment. The location will also function as a centralized fabrication facility to meet increased customer demands. “The creation of this center of excellence is just another example of the commitment we have made to our customers to ensure that MIR delivers quality product ahead of schedule,” Mike Bruhn, CEO said.

The company has also recently expanded their presence on the West Coast, opening a branch office in Orange, CA. The new branch was opened in response to increased market demand and to provide quicker response times for local customers.

“This is an extremely exciting time for the entire MIR organization,” Mike Bruhn said. “As we expand our national footprint, we are positioned to provide world class service to our customers from Coast to Coast.”

Founded in January 1980, Midwest Industrial Rubber, Inc. (MIR), part of Incline Equity Partners, 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 15 full-service sales and fabrication facilities and satellite locations across the United States.

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