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MARSHALLTOWN, a privately held construction tools and equipment manufacturer, recently announced the acquisition of Barwalt Tool Co., a manufacturer of quality, professional tiling tools and accessories known for its tile spacers and Ultralight Knee Pads. Based in Post Falls, Idaho, Barwalt Tool was founded by third-generation tile installer Walter Pytlewski and has been in business since 1977.
With this acquisition, MARSHALLTOWN expands its presence and market share in the tile industry, while adding even more innovative products to its current catalog.
“It was an ideal match,” says MARSHALLTOWN president and CEO Joe Carter. “Our companies are well-aligned, sharing a similar customer base and a commitment to American manufacturing. By joining forces, we aim to continue delivering an even broader assortment of innovative tiling tools, installation tools and accessories that exceed industry standards and customer expectations.”
MARSHALLTOWN plans to integrate the Barwalt Tool products into its existing catalog. Manufacturing and distribution operations will be moved to Marshalltown, Iowa, and Fayetteville, Arkansas.
