Meridian Adhesives Group has announced the acquisition of American Sealants Inc. (ASI). ASI will join Meridian’s Industrial Division, which serves the Flooring, Packaging and Product Assembly markets. The company brings a broad product line and technology base to the division’s product assembly category.
Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, ASI specializes in the innovation of product assembly adhesives and sealants. These dynamic solutions are used in multiple applications and markets including industrial, DIY, transportation, residential and commercial building, and construction.
“ASI is a valuable addition to the Meridian portfolio, further extending our reach as a full-service solution provider of high-performance adhesives and sealants to our customers,” said Daniel Pelton, CEO of Meridian. “We are excited to have ASI drive our Product Assembly adhesive focus, and we are looking forward to the company’s extensive product offering and technology base broadening the solutions we can offer our customers.”
Established in 1987, ASI provides sealant and adhesive technical support and packaging solutions to customers around the world. The company offers high volume users the opportunity to private label silicone and sealant products, while simultaneously providing custom packaging innovations.
The company will be led by President Andrew Zaremba, as past president, Chris Zaremba, steps into a consulting role.
“Our ASI team is enthusiastic about joining Meridian,” said Zaremba. “Having the backing of Meridian will allow us to further grow our business and support our customers. I have worked with the Meridian team in the past and am looking forward to the innovative technology and expertise this portfolio of leading companies brings to this partnership.”
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