Singer Industrial, a distributor of industrial rubber and fluid power products, is acquiring Wilmington Rubber & Gasket Co. Inc., a well-regarded provider of industrial rubber products based in Wilmington, North Carolina. This strategic move strengthens Singer Industrial’s footprint in the Southeastern U.S. and underscores its push to delivering high-quality products and services to a diverse range of industries.
Founded in 1985, Wilmington Rubber & Gasket specializes in industrial rubber products, including hoses, gaskets, packing, belting, plastics, and pumps. The company is known for its custom hose assemblies, rubber and plastic fabrication, and its full-service water jet cutting capabilities. Wilmington Rubber & Gasket serves a variety of industries, including pulp and paper, chemical, marine, power, nuclear, utility, and construction, earning a strong reputation for quality and exceptional customer service.
“This collaboration enables us to continue offering our customers the same local expertise and personalized service they’ve come to rely on, now with the added resources and national reach of an industry leader,” said Wilmington Rubber & Gasket owner Howard Russell.
With the addition of Wilmington Rubber & Gasket, Singer Industrial now operates at more than 100 locations across North America and employs over 1,400 team members, further solidifying its position as a national leader in the industrial products sector. “This acquisition not only strengthens our ability to serve customers in the Southeast but also supports our ongoing growth strategy,” said Pete Haberbosch, president of Singer Industrial.
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