Apple Rush Company Acquires Majority Interest in Plant Based Chemical Manufacturing Company

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Apple Rush Company (OTC PINK: APRU) has acquired an 80% interest in ACS Enterprises, LLC and its subsidiary Earth Lube LLC, focusing on plant-based chemicals for lubricants. ACS's products include a patented copper plating solution and a proprietary mold inhibitor aimed at the cannabis industry, expected to capitalize on the $13.5 billion market. CEO Tony Torgerud highlighted the lubricant's competitive edge against major brands like WD-40, with annual sales exceeding $500 million. The acquisition aims to expand APRU's market presence in the growing plant-based product sector.

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• Acquisition of 80% interest in ACS Enterprises and Earth Lube enhances product portfolio.
• Potential to compete in the lucrative spray lubricant market dominated by WD-40.
• ACS's mold inhibitor targets a growing $13.5 billion cannabis industry.
• Copper plating solution has high margins of approximately 80%.

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TITUSVILLE, Fla., April 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Apple Rush Company, Inc. (OTC PINK: APRU) (the "company") through its wholly owned subsidiary Apple Rush Manufacturing LLC has acquired an 80% interest in Michigan based ACS Enterprises, LLC and Earth Lube LLC a wholly owned subsidiary of ACS Enterprises. ACS, d/b/a American Chemical formulates and markets plant-based chemicals for lubricants and chemicals for copper plating/bonding. ACS also has a mold inhibitor for multiple applications including its use in the ever-expanding cannabis industry. Tony Torgerud, CEO of Apple Rush, stated "Building with acquisition is our intent. American Chemical is proficient with chemical formulations and has operations in Niles, Michigan, for blending and distribution. Currently on the market in commercial and industrial applications, our penetrating lubricant is formulated from plants and competes in the spray lubricant industry currently led by WD-40 with over $500 million in annual sales. We are focused as a company on plant-based products and the lubricant business is expanding worldwide."

Building with acquisition is our intent. American Chemical is proficient with chemical formulations.

The ACS copper additive, patent pending, is a copper plating solution currently in use worldwide for industrial wire drawing and welding. A copper treatment additive and method provided for the electroless application of copper to base metal effectively and efficiently while requiring the reduced frequency of replacing a treatment bath of copper sulphate solution. The copper coating has been observed to facilitate wire drawing processes, enhance characteristics associated with welding and decorative wire as well as applications in the manufacture of circuit boards and other electronics. The margins for this product are approximately 80 percent with a lone customer presently ordering in excess of $1.5 million dollars of product annually from a single supplier. Tony continued, "Rod Sniadecki, president of ACS brings decades of knowledge and product development to our team.  We believe we have the opportunity to brand this lubricant as Mistyk plant based penetrating lubricant and expand on an existing brand of APRU."

ACS's cannabis mold inhibitor provides a cost-effective proprietary solution to a problem that has plagued the grow industry for decades. The result of effective application of the ACS product and process will add exponentially to the existing $13.5 billion value globally. A patent on the formulation and process is in progress.

About The Apple Rush Company, Inc.

The Apple Rush Company, Inc., through its subsidiary APRU, LLC, is a distributor of CPG products under the trademarked Apple Rush brand, Element Brands and other labels. The Apple Rush brand has almost 49 years of existence in the natural beverage industry. As a historical leader in the organic and natural beverage sector our goal is to now become a leader in the distribution of anhydrous hemp oil products nationwide. For more information, please go to www.applerush.com, www.aprubrands.com, www.element-brands.com and www.mistyk.com with our expanded product portfolio.

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Investor Relations Contact:
Tony Torgerud 888-741-3777

 

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FAQ

What is the significance of Apple Rush's acquisition of ACS Enterprises?

Apple Rush's acquisition of ACS Enterprises is significant as it expands their product line into plant-based chemicals and enhances their market presence in the lubricant and cannabis sectors.

How will the acquisition impact Apple Rush Company's stock performance?

The acquisition could positively impact Apple Rush Company's stock performance by potentially increasing revenues from new product lines and market expansion.

What products does ACS Enterprises produce?

ACS Enterprises produces plant-based lubricants, a copper plating solution, and a mold inhibitor aimed at the cannabis industry.

What competitive advantages does Apple Rush gain through this acquisition?

Apple Rush gains competitive advantages such as access to ACS's patented products, expertise in chemical formulations, and the ability to compete in the spray lubricant market.

What are the expected financial benefits from ACS's products?

ACS's products, particularly the copper plating solution with margins of 80% and the mold inhibitor targeting a $13.5 billion industry, are expected to contribute significantly to Apple Rush's revenues.