BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—Birmingham Fastener is looking to make a splash in the seals and gaskets manufacturing space with the acquisition of Champion Sales and Manufacturing Inc., a Magnolia, Texas-based rubber gasket manufacturer.
Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
With Champion, Birmingham Fastener adds depth to its waterworks product offerings, while diversifying its manufacturing and venturing into the rubber industry.
"Champion Manufacturing is well known for their experience in creating the highest quality, custom-made gaskets," Birmingham Fastener CEO Brad Tinney said in a statement. "Champion's technology and expertise will allow us to better support our customers as they seek custom gaskets made from specialty rubbers and elastomers that are manufactured to the tightest tolerances right here in Magnolia, Texas."
Founded in 1983, Birmingham Fastener is a manufacturer and distributor of fasteners for structural steel fabrication, metal building manufacturers, water works, original equipment, and maintenance, repair and overhaul. It operates in 11 locations across the U.S.