The Collins Companies, an industrial distributors of pipe, valves and fittings and engineered specialties serving the Northeast, announced its decision to fully acquire the assets of Niagara Controls in Buffalo, NY and consolidate the management with their Collins Niagara Division in Syracuse, NY. Joseph A. Clemente, who was the Managing Partner of Niagara Controls, will now provide direction and guidance to both of these Collins’ divisions.
Anvil and Smith-Cooper International, a portfolio company of Tailwind Capital, announced the acquisition of the ABZ and Quadrant Valve brands from parent company Forum Energy Technologies.
The Caleffi 520 Series AngleMix thermostatic mixing valve offers angled geometry, reducing costs as the domestic hot water tank outlet is piped in-line with the valve’s mixed water outlet, requiring fewer fittings and less space.
Victaulic announced the appointment of Rick Bucher as chief executive officer, succeeding John F. Malloy, effective January 31, 2021. Dr. Bucher was named President of Victaulic in April of 2020, following a June 2019 appointment as chief operating officer.
Midland Industries announced the acquisition of Champion Brass (“Champion”), a DeSoto, TX-based distributor of brass fittings, valves, barbs and other related products which are sold through distributors and qualified OEM’s throughout the United States.
REED Bevel Boss cordless pipe bevelers provide a safe way for operators to bevel pipe in the field. Bevel Boss trims small to large diameter plastic pipe, including pipe already in the ditch, REED notes.
