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Ariens Co. Acquires Stens

On January 1, 1995, Ariens Co. acquired distribution company Stens

Acquisition Highlights
  • This is Ariens Co.’s 1st transaction in the Distribution sector.
  • This is Ariens Co.’s 1st transaction in the United States.
  • This is Ariens Co.’s 1st transaction in Indiana.
Investment Fate
  • Stens was divested to a consortium of strategic buyers in 2016.

M&A Deal Summary
Date 1995-01-01
Target Stens
Sector Distribution
Buyer(s) Ariens Co.
Deal Type Add-on Acquisition

Target

Stens

Jasper, Indiana, United States
Stens Corp. is a distributor of aftermarket replacement parts to the outdoor power equipment, golf, and industrial end markets. Stens offerings include non-discretionary, high-wear parts, including engine components, blades, chains, belts, and electrical components for use in mowers, chainsaws, snow blowers, trimmers, and other applications.

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Buyer

Ariens Co.

Brillion, Wisconsin, United States
Category Company
Founded 1933
Sector Machinery
Employees1,400
DESCRIPTION
Ariens commercial mower on display at a Home Depot store in Duluth, Minnesota.
Ariens commercial mower on display at a Home Depot store in Duluth, Minnesota.

Ariens Co., Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of outdoor power equipment for consumer and professional use. The Company was formed in 1933 and is based in Brillion, Wisconsin.

DEAL STATS #
Overall 1 of 4
Sector: Distribution M&A 1 of 1
Type: Add-on Acquisition M&A Deals 1 of 1
State: Indiana M&A 1 of 1
Country: United States M&A 1 of 4
Year: 1995 M&A 1 of 1
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