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Nov 11

Bishop Lifting Products has Finalized the Acquisition of Louisiana Crane & Electrical Services, Inc.

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Houston, Tx – November 8, 2019 – Bishop Lifting Products is proud to announce the completed acquisition of Louisiana Crane & Electrical Services, Inc., headquartered in Broussard, Louisiana.

Louisiana Crane & Electrical Services Inc. is a major regional manufacturer of overhead cranes and mechanical handling solutions.  Louisiana Crane supplies, installs, services and maintains cranes and hoists throughout Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and beyond.  Started over 20 years ago, Louisiana Crane & Electrical Services was founded on the principle that proper fabrication is the most important part of the crane system allowing them to be the leading crane fabricator in the Southeast.

Louisiana Crane offers 24 hour dispatching, preventative maintenance crane inspections and electrical services.

Harold King, President of Bishop Lifting Products, said “Louisiana Crane significantly expands and diversifies the crane fabrication and service divisions within our Company.  LA Crane will be a strong addition to our footprint in Louisiana.”

“We are certainly excited to become part of the Bishop Lifting Products team,” said Anthony Comeaux, President of Louisiana Crane.  “This acquisition provides for a great opportunity, not only for Louisiana Crane & Electrical Services, Inc., but for our many and loyal customers. This will allow us the opportunity to expand our product line and provide services to a greater region of the country.”

Bishop Lifting operates 7 locations within Louisiana, going to market as Delta Rigging & Tools, Morgan City Rentals, Matex, and Bishop Lifting Products.

 

Bishop Lifting Products, along with Singer Equities and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 98 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at  www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud, www.louisianacraneandelectrical.com,  www.lifting.com,  www.singerequities.com,  and www.dakotafluidpower.com.

Sep 27

Bishop Lifting Acquires Western Sling & Supply Company

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Houston, Texas — September 26, 2019 – Bishop Lifting Products announces that it has completed the acquisition of Western Sling & Supply Company.  Headquartered in the Denver, Colorado suburb of Sedalia, along with a branch operation in Casper, Wyoming, Western Sling & Supply Company is recognized as one of the leading providers of rigging and lifting equipment in the Rocky Mountain region of the US.  This acquisition expands Bishop Lifting’s presence in the Midwest regions of the US, along with broadening the company’s access to new end markets currently being serviced by Western Sling & Supply,

“Strategically, the acquisition of Western Sling complements and strengthens our existing operations in the Rocky Mountain region,” stated Harold King, Bishop Lifting President.  He also commented that “Western Sling & Supply, and its customers, should benefit from gaining access to the broad range of rental and custom engineered and fabricated lifting products offered by Bishop Lifting.”

Stan Truitt, President of Western Sling and Supply, states, “This union between Bishop and Western solidifies our mutual strengths in the energy, construction and manufacturing markets. We are excited to be part of the plan.”

Bishop Lifting, along with Singer Equities and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX. With 97 locations, SBP provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud, www.Lifting.com, and www.westernsling.com.

Sep 04

SINGER EQUITIES ACQUIRES SHIPYARD SUPPLY

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September 3, 2019

Singer Equities, Inc. has acquired Shipyard Supply, LLC headquartered in Metairie, LA. Shipyard Supply distributes and fabricates metal, industrial and composite hose assemblies, fittings, and industrial supplies out of their locations in Metairie, LA, Houston, TX and Mobile, AL. The business was founded in 1992 and serves a diverse customer base in the general industrial, refinery, petrochemical, marine and construction markets.

President and owner Jeff Wickersham, who has been active in the business, will remain and the business will continue operating under the Shipyard Supply name. “Jeff and his talented team have built a successful hose business by providing exceptional service throughout the gulf region and beyond”, stated Sam Petillo, President of Singer Equities. Adding, “This acquisition expands Singer’s product offering and strengthens our presence in the refinery and petrochemical markets in the gulf region.” Jeff Wickersham stated, “Singer is the right partner to support Shipyard’s core values of providing exceptional customer service and world-class products. Singer’s scale and national footprint will help us better serve our customers”.

Singer Equities has 57 locations specializing in industrial and hydraulic hose, conveyor belt, gaskets, and related services.

Singer Equities, along with Bishop Lifting Products and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 95 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud and www.singerequities.com.

Aug 12

SINGER EQUITIES TO ACQUIRE HYDRAULIC HOSE & ASSEMBLIES

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Singer Equities Agrees to Acquire Hydraulic Hose and Assemblies

Singer Equities is pleased to announce an agreement to acquire Hydraulic Hose and Assemblies of Gorham, Maine. Hydraulic Hose and Assemblies, founded in 1984, is a distributor and fabricator of hydraulic and industrial hose and fittings, in-house cylinder repair and a leading provider of snowplow blades and ground engagement tools in Maine and Eastern New Hampshire.

Joe MulCahy, president and co-owner of HH&A comments, “We are pleased for HH&A to become part of the Singer family of companies.  Singer Equities has a great reputation for allowing companies to continue to do what they do best.  We believe this move is in the best interest of the dedicated HH&A employees, and for the long-term success of HH&A”.

Hydraulic Hose and Assemblies will operate as a division of PRC Industrial Supply and managed under Kevin Easler, Vice President and General Manager for PRC.

“Hydraulic Hose and Assemblies has always had a great reputation in our marketplace”, said Kevin.  “As we continue to grow our fluid power footprint in Maine and New Hampshire they will play an integral part in that expansion.  All of us here at PRC Industrial Supply and Stewart Hunt are excited to have them join our group”.

PRC Industrial Supply is a sales and service company, specializing in conveyor belt, industrial hose, and fluid power components. PRC Industrial Supply has locations in Portland and Bangor, ME., and Burlington, MA. (dba Stewart Hunt).

Singer Equities, along with Bishop Lifting Products and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 89 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.prcindustrial.com, www.singerequities.com and www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud.

 

Jun 14

Bishop Lifting Products Has Completed the Acquisition of American Wire Rope & Sling

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Houston, Tx – June 14, 2019 — Bishop Lifting Products announces that it has finalized the acquisition of American Wire Rope & Sling (AWRS) headquartered in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Since its founding in 1933, AWRS has been a leader in providing rigging, lifting and overhead crane solutions in the Midwestern region of the United States. With its three locations in Indiana, and thirty-four employees, AWRS is a strong addition to Bishop Lifting Products portfolio of industry leading crane and rigging companies.

“We are excited about the acquisition of American Wire Rope and Sling. AWRS expands our geographic footprint into the upper Midwest area of the country. Moreover, the addition of AWRS enhances our existing capabilities by expanding our overhead crane manufacturing and service capabilities,” said Harold King, President of Bishop Lifting Products. AWRS shares in the Bishop Lifting Products philosophy of providing its customers the highest quality brands in the industry, along with unequaled value-added services, making them an excellent addition to our existing network of rigging companies.

Kyle Howard CEO of ECP American Steel, LLC states, “We are extremely excited to be joining the Bishop Lifting family. Being part of the Bishop Lifting family provides AWRS, and our customers, access to a broader line of lifting and rigging products and solutions. It opens up opportunities to expand into rigging rental and custom designed and fabricated lifting products. We are eager to introduce these new products, services, and solutions to our customers.”

Bishop Lifting, along with Singer Equities and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 92 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud, www.Lifting.com, and www.awrsling.com.

May 30

SINGER EQUITIES ACQUIRES 4-STAR HOSE AND SUPPLY

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Singer Equities, Inc. has acquired 4-STAR Hose and Supply headquartered in Dallas, TX. 4-STAR Hose and Supply distributes and fabricates industrial hose, hydraulic hose, metal hose, composite hose, fittings, valves and pumps out of their locations in Dallas, Fort Worth, Midland, Pleasanton and Cleburne, Texas. The business was founded in 1983 and has been owned by Keith, Kelly and Brent Culhane since 1992. 4-STAR has 70 full-time employees and serves a diverse customer base in the oil/gas, steel, chemical and food, and beverage markets.

All three owners, who have been active in the business, will remain and the business will continue operating under the 4-STAR Hose and Supply name. “Keith, Kelly, Brent and their team have built a profitable business by providing exceptional service throughout Texas and the surrounding region”, stated Sam Petillo, President of Singer Equities. Kelly Culhane stated, “The team at 4-STAR Hose is excited to partner with Singer Equities. We’ll be able to leverage Singer’s scale and product offering to better serve our customers.” Brent Culhane added, “Being part of the Singer family will provide new growth opportunities for 4-STAR and our employees. The addition of our five locations will expand Singer’s footprint in Texas.”

Singer Equities, along with Bishop Lifting Products and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 92 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud and www.singerequities.com.

May 02

Sam Petillo Begins Term as NAHAD President

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Sam Petillo Begins Term as NAHAD President

Sam Petillo, president of Singer Equities Inc., was recently elected to serve as president of NAHAD, the Association for Hose and Hose Accessories Distribution.

NAHAD is the only trade association dedicated to the hose industry, whose mission is to promote quality, safety, and profitability amongst leading manufacturers and distributors. Petillo assumes the presidency after serving multiple leadership roles with the association, including on the executive committee, the board of directors, and numerous committees.

“I am honored to be a part of NAHAD and to serve as president this year,” said Petillo. “I served on the NAHAD board both as a manufacturer and a distributor, and I feel I bring a unique perspective on the value NAHAD provides related to networking, education, and most importantly, our commitment to hose safety and the Hose Safety Institute.”

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Feb 04

Bishop Lifting Has Completed the Acquisition of Woods Logging and Industrial Supply

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Houston, TX – February 1, 2019 — Bishop Lifting Products completed the acquisition of Woods Logging and Industrial Supply based out of Longview, Washington.   Since 1978, Woods Logging has specialized in servicing the logging, marine and construction industries with spooling services, rigging products, wire rope and hydraulic solutions.

“Today’s announcement is continued support of our company-wide goal of geographic and end market diversification,” said Harold King, President of Bishop Lifting.  He continued, “Woods Logging has a long history of professional sales and service within the area, making them a great addition to our team.”

Mick White, President of Woods Logging, states, “We’re excited to join the Bishop Lifting and SBP Holdings family of companies and its large national footprint of companies focused on rigging, rubber and fluid power products.”

This growth will allow Bishop Lifting to continue to expand its national footprint to the Pacific Northwest. From on-site inspections to rigging services and wire rope delivery to marine terminals, Woods Logging provides high performance wire rope for cranes, as well as, wire rope and chain slings for the Logging, Maritime and Construction industries.

Bishop Lifting Products, along with Singer Equities and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 86 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud, www.lifting.com, www.singerequities.com, and www.dakotafluidpower.com

Feb 04

SINGER EQUITIES ACQUIRES QUALITY CONVEYOR SOLUTIONS

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February 1, 2019

SINGER EQUITIES ACQUIRES QUALITY CONVEYOR SOLUTIONS

Singer Equities, Inc. has acquired Quality Conveyor Solutions, LLC (QCS) headquartered in Roanoke, VA.  QCS provides conveyor belt, accessories and field services including installation and mobile maintenance out of their locations in Roanoke, Covington & Richmond, VA, Baltimore, MD, Rocky Mount, NC, and Kingsport, TN.  QCS serves multiple markets including aggregate, pulp and paper, power generation and cement.

The business, founded in 2016, will continue operating under the QCS name.  Owners Aaron Atwell, Bill Bettridge, Junior Purdue, Doug Stanley and Geoff Emery will continue in their key management roles.  Aaron Atwell will be Vice President and General Manager of QCS and merge operations with Virginia Carolina Belting, a division of Singer Equities based in Salem, VA.

Sam Petillo, President of Singer Equities, said “Aaron, Bill and their 37 employees have significantly grown the business in a short period of time.  We are excited to add their knowledge base and conveyor service experience to the Singer family.”  Aaron Atwell said “Unifying QCS and VCB, combined with Singer’s conveyor services out of RW Connection in Lancaster, PA will make us the strongest belt service company in the mid-Atlantic Region.”  Bill Bettridge, VP Mid-Atlantic Region added, “Singer provides us the right cultural fit and support to fuel our expansion in the region and beyond”.

Singer Equities, along with Bishop Lifting Products and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 86 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud and www.singerequities.com.

Feb 01

SINGER EQUITIES ACQUIRES QUALITY CONVEYOR SOLUTIONS

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February 1, 2019

SINGER EQUITIES ACQUIRES QUALITY CONVEYOR SOLUTIONS

Singer Equities, Inc. has acquired Quality Conveyor Solutions, LLC (QCS) headquartered in Roanoke, VA.  QCS provides conveyor belt, accessories and field services including installation and mobile maintenance out of their locations in Roanoke, Covington & Richmond, VA, Baltimore, MD, Rocky Mount, NC, and Kingsport, TN.  QCS serves multiple markets including aggregate, pulp and paper, power generation and cement.

The business, founded in 2016, will continue operating under the QCS name.  Owners Aaron Atwell, Bill Bettridge, Junior Purdue, Doug Stanley and Geoff Emery will continue in their key management roles.  Aaron Atwell will be Vice President and General Manager of QCS and merge operations with Virginia Carolina Belting, a division of Singer Equities based in Salem, VA.

Sam Petillo, President of Singer Equities, said “Aaron, Bill and their 37 employees have significantly grown the business in a short period of time.  We are excited to add their knowledge base and conveyor service experience to the Singer family.”  Aaron Atwell said “Unifying QCS and VCB, combined with Singer’s conveyor services out of RW Connection in Lancaster, PA will make us the strongest belt service company in the mid-Atlantic Region.”  Bill Bettridge, VP Mid-Atlantic Region added, “Singer provides us the right cultural fit and support to fuel our expansion in the region and beyond”.

Singer Equities, along with Bishop Lifting Products and Dakota Fluid Power, are wholly owned subsidiaries of SBP Holdings, headquartered in Houston, TX and through its 86 locations provides industrial rubber, wire rope, rigging, fluid power products and services to a broad range of industrial markets throughout North America. More information can be obtained at www.staging-sbpholdingsmultisite.kinsta.cloud and www.singerequities.com.