Element Solutions says it has agreed to sell its MacDermid Envio Solutions businesses in the United States and Mexico to RK Fabrication, an equipment manufacturer specializing in the surface finishing and PCB industries.
Bryan ThrasherThe transaction includes Envio’s wastewater treatment equipment and associated services and support, which was located in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The transaction related to the sale in the United States has been completed, while the closing of the sale in Mexico is anticipated to take place in the coming months.
"We are excited about the future as we align the businesses and exceptional teams with the core strengths of RK Fabrication, a well-regarded turnkey equipment supplier dedicated to customer satisfaction,” says Bryan Thrasher, Global Vice President. “Once combined with RK Fabrication, Envio will offer a great environment for the business and employees to thrive.”
Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Anaheim, California, RK is a fabricator of turn-key plating equipment specializing in plastic and fiberglass. It is owned by Matthew Pankow, who owns Plating International, which manufactures and sells plating chemicals, equipment, and lines in North America.
Matthew PankowThe RK website says its capabilities include the design and fabrication of plating equipment, tanks (lined and unlined steel, plastic, and fiberglass), turnkey installation, FRP ducting, fume scrubbers, dampers, fans, blowers, and chemical handling systems. They also offer precision plastic and fiberglass fabrication.
“The skilled team at RK is committed to delivering results that exceed expectations, utilizing the latest technology and best practices to ensure exceptional outcomes,” the company says in a statement. “What sets the company apart is its focus on sustainability. RK works closely with each client, ensuring that every solution is customized for maximum impact. The company prides itself on partnering with clients to meet their goals, aiming together to achieve lasting solutions by combining strengths to deliver the best possible results.”
Element Solutions acquired the former DMP Corporation in 2020 and renamed it MacDermid Envio Solutions. DMP was founded in 1971 and provided wastewater treatment, recycling, and reuse solutions.
Visit www.macdermidenvio.com and www.rkfabrication.com.
