M&A Deal Summary

Galson Laboratories Acquires Shannon Optical

On February 15, 2017, Galson Laboratories acquired distribution company Shannon Optical

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Galson Laboratories’ 3rd transaction in the Distribution sector.
  • This is Galson Laboratories’ 3rd transaction in the United States.
  • This is Galson Laboratories’ 2nd transaction in Pennsylvania.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 2017-02-15
Target Shannon Optical
Sector Distribution
Buyer(s) Galson Laboratories
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Shannon Optical

Bridgeville, Pennsylvania, United States
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Shannon Optical Co. Inc. is a distributor of a full line of protective equipment including respiratory products and hand and face protective equipment.

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Buyer

Galson Laboratories

East Syracuse, New York, United States

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Category Company
Founded 1970
Sector Business Services
DESCRIPTION

GAL Services, Inc. is a full service provider of analytical air testing services to evaluate and monitor workplace safety.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 3 of 3
Sector (Distribution) 3 of 3
Type (Add-on Acquisition) 3 of 3
State (Pennsylvania) 2 of 2
Country (United States) 3 of 3
Year (2017) 2 of 2
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DATE TARGET DEAL TYPE VALUE
2017-02-15 Midwest Gas Instrument Service

Detroit, Michigan, United States

Midwest Gas Instrument Service, Inc. is a distributor of gas measurement instruments and as a maintenance service provider.

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