Hawkins, Inc. Expands Water Treatment Footprint with Acquisition of Amerochem Corporation in North Carolina
Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN) has completed the acquisition of Amerochem 's assets, marking its second acquisition in North Carolina and establishing its 50th Water Treatment location across the United States. Amerochem specializes in distributing water treatment chemicals and equipment throughout North Carolina and has been in operation for over 30 years.
The acquisition aligns with Hawkins' expansion strategy in the water treatment sector. Amerochem's President and Owner, Woodrow 'Woody' Wright, chose Hawkins specifically for their shared values and business approach. The integration aims to maintain and expand Amerochem's existing customer, supplier, and employee relationships while supporting future growth opportunities.
Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN) ha completato l'acquisizione degli asset di Amerochem, segnando la sua seconda acquisizione in North Carolina e instaurando la sua 50ª sede di trattamento delle acque negli Stati Uniti. Amerochem è specializzata nella distribuzione di prodotti chimici e attrezzature per il trattamento delle acque in tutta la Carolina del Nord e opera da oltre 30 anni.
L'acquisizione si allinea con la strategia di espansione di Hawkins nel settore del trattamento delle acque. Il presidente e proprietario di Amerochem, Woodrow 'Woody' Wright, ha scelto Hawkins specificamente per i valori e l'approccio commerciale condivisi. L'integrazione mira a mantenere ed espandere le relazioni esistenti con clienti, fornitori e dipendenti di Amerochem, mentre si supportano le opportunità di crescita future.
Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN) ha completado la adquisición de los activos de Amerochem, marcando su segunda adquisición en Carolina del Norte y estableciendo su 50ª ubicación de Tratamiento de Agua en los Estados Unidos. Amerochem se especializa en la distribución de productos químicos y equipos para el tratamiento de agua en toda Carolina del Norte y ha estado en funcionamiento durante más de 30 años.
La adquisición se alinea con la estrategia de expansión de Hawkins en el sector de tratamiento de agua. El presidente y propietario de Amerochem, Woodrow 'Woody' Wright, eligió específicamente a Hawkins por sus valores y enfoque comercial compartidos. La integración pretende mantener y expandir las relaciones existentes con clientes, proveedores y empleados de Amerochem, al tiempo que se apoyan las oportunidades de crecimiento futuras.
Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN)은 Amerochem의 자산 인수를 완료하였으며, 이는 노스캐롤라이나에서의 두 번째 인수이자 미국 전역에 50번째 수처리 위치를 설정하는 것입니다. Amerochem은 노스캐롤라이나 전역에서 수처리 화학 물질 및 장비를 배급하는 전문업체로 30년 이상의 운영 역사를 가지고 있습니다.
이번 인수는 수처리 분야에서 Hawkins의 확장 전략과 일치합니다. Amerochem의 사장 겸 소유주인 Woodrow 'Woody' Wright는 공유된 가치와 비즈니스 접근 방식 때문에 Hawkins를 선택했습니다. 통합 작업은 Amerochem의 기존 고객, 공급업체 및 직원 관계를 유지 및 확장하고 향후 성장 기회를 지원하는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다.
Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN) a finalisé l'acquisition des actifs de Amerochem, marquant sa deuxième acquisition en Caroline du Nord et établissant son 50ème site de traitement des eaux aux États-Unis. Amerochem est spécialisée dans la distribution de produits chimiques et d'équipements pour le traitement de l'eau dans toute la Caroline du Nord et est en activité depuis plus de 30 ans.
Cette acquisition s'inscrit dans la stratégie d'expansion de Hawkins dans le secteur du traitement des eaux. Le président et propriétaire d'Amerochem, Woodrow 'Woody' Wright, a choisi Hawkins spécifiquement en raison de leurs valeurs partagées et de leur approche commerciale. L'intégration vise à maintenir et à développer les relations existantes avec les clients, fournisseurs et employés d'Amerochem tout en soutenant les opportunités de croissance futures.
Hawkins Inc (Nasdaq: HWKN) hat die Übernahme der Vermögenswerte von Amerochem abgeschlossen, was die zweite Übernahme in North Carolina markiert und die 50. Wasseraufbereitungsstelle in den Vereinigten Staaten etabliert. Amerochem ist auf den Vertrieb von Chemikalien und Ausrüstung für die Wasseraufbereitung in ganz North Carolina spezialisiert und ist seit über 30 Jahren im Geschäft.
Die Übernahme passt zu Hawkins' Expansionsstrategie im Bereich der Wasseraufbereitung. Der Präsident und Eigentümer von Amerochem, Woodrow 'Woody' Wright, wählte Hawkins gezielt aufgrund deren gemeinsamer Werte und Geschäftsansätze. Die Integration zielt darauf ab, die bestehenden Beziehungen zu Kunden, Lieferanten und Mitarbeitern von Amerochem zu erhalten und auszubauen und gleichzeitig zukünftige Wachstumschancen zu unterstützen.
- Strategic expansion with 50th Water Treatment location milestone
- Geographic market expansion in North Carolina
- Acquisition of established business with 30+ years of operations
- Addition of existing customer and supplier relationships
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This strategic acquisition of Amerochem represents a significant milestone in Hawkins' (HWKN) expansion strategy, marking their 50th Water Treatment location and second foothold in North Carolina. The transaction's structure as an asset purchase suggests efficient tax treatment and potentially lower risk compared to a stock acquisition.
The water treatment sector in North Carolina presents substantial growth opportunities, driven by increasing industrial activity, stringent environmental regulations and growing population demands. This market has shown resilience during economic downturns due to the essential nature of water treatment services.
Several strategic benefits emerge from this acquisition:
- Geographic Expansion: Strengthens Hawkins' East Coast presence, potentially creating operational synergies with their existing North Carolina location
- Market Consolidation: Positions Hawkins as a stronger regional player in a fragmenting industry where scale and efficiency are increasingly critical
- Cultural Alignment: The long-standing relationship between both companies and shared values suggests a smoother post-merger integration process, reducing execution risk
The acquisition's timing aligns with broader industry trends toward consolidation in the specialty chemicals sector, where larger players are acquiring regional distributors to achieve economies of scale and expand their service footprint. This pattern typically leads to improved margins through operational efficiencies and enhanced purchasing power.
ROSEVILLE, Minn., Feb. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawkins, Inc. (Nasdaq: HWKN), a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company, has completed the acquisition of the assets of Amerochem Corporation. Amerochem distributes water treatment chemicals and equipment for its customers primarily throughout North Carolina.
“The Amerochem acquisition represents our second acquisition in North Carolina and our 50th Water Treatment location across the U.S. We have known Amerochem for decades and are glad to have them as a part of Hawkins,” said Hawkins Chief Executive Officer Patrick H. Hawkins. “Amerochem has built an incredible business over the past 30 plus years and has great relationships with its customers, suppliers and employees. We intend to maintain and expand those connections and look forward to a bright future together.”
Woodrow “Woody” Wright, President and Owner of Amerochem said, “This was a very tough decision to sell the business, but there was only one company I trusted to continue the legacy that my employees, customers, and suppliers have built over the decades, and that was Hawkins. Hawkins shares all the same values as Amerochem and believes in treating people the way you want to be treated and doing what is right. I want to thank everyone for the relationships and the trust over the years and I look forward to the future growth of Amerochem as part of Hawkins.”
Mr. Hawkins concluded, “On behalf of the entire Hawkins organization, I welcome the Amerochem team to the Hawkins family and look forward to our continued growth together.”
About Hawkins, Inc.
Hawkins, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company that formulates, distributes, blends, and manufactures products for its Industrial, Water Treatment, and Health & Nutrition customers. Headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota, the Company has 62 facilities in 28 states and creates value for its customers through superb customer service and support, quality products and personalized applications. Hawkins, Inc. generated
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