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Stuller Makes an Acquisition

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6 years ago

January 8, 2018

INSTORE Staff

It bought a laser welder and engraver company.

LAFAYETTE, LA – Stuller Inc. has acquired B&D Sales Corp., a laser welder and engraver company in Cranston, RI.

Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.

“We are thrilled to be adding additional equipment and service options to our existing selection,” said Tammy Lail, vice president of tools and supplies. “Customers will be able to purchase the machine that fits not only their budget, but the needs of their business as well.”

B&D is a supplier of laser welders used by the jewelry, dental and industrial markets.

According to a press release, the partnership will offer Stuller and B&D Sales customers:

An expanded offering of laser welders, including Rofin and Orotig.
An expanded offering of engravers and cutters, including BestBuilt and Fiberscan.

“Like Stuller, B&D Sales puts a huge focus on their customers’ success with its business model,” said Danny Clark, president of Stuller. “Partnering with the B&D team will allow us to expand our product line, broaden our equipment services, and meet our customers’ evolving needs.”

Stuller ranked as the No. 2 best-performing brand-name jewelry line in INSTORE’s 2017 Big Survey.

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