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GME Supply Acquires Farwest Line Specialties

GME’s strategy is to expand across North America.

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January 19, 2023

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GME Supply, distributor of fall protection, safety equipment and gear for at-height workers, has acquired Farwest Line Specialties LLC in California. 

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GME, which serves contractors in infrastructure-related industries, is a Platte River Equity portfolio company. The acquisition supports its strategy to expand throughout North America. 


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