PVS Chemicals (PVS), Detroit, has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Sackett-Waconia, Baltimore, which has a 125-year history of designing and manufacturing fertilizer handling, blending, and process equipment for the global market.
“PVS is honored to be entrusted with the next chapter of Sackett-Waconia, a company that complements PVS’ other lines of business,” said David Nicholson, PVS President and CEO. “First and foremost, our goal is to continue to provide our customers and partners with the excellent craftsmanship and innovation that has been the foundation of Sackett-Waconia for the past 125 years. Additionally, PVS is pleased that Larry Taylor, the current CEO of Sackett-Waconia, will remain in his position for the foreseeable future, ensuring continuity and a seamless integration.”
“Sackett-Waconia’s success is its partnership with its customers,” said Taylor. “I look forward to continuing what has made us successful for so long as part of the PVS family.”
PVS is a third-generation, privately-owned manufacturer and distributor of chemistry, including some fertilizers, throughout the U.S., as well as operations in Asia and Western Europe. PVS Chemicals Belgium NV produces sulfuric acid in Belgium.