Plasticade, a portfolio company of Radial Equity Partners, has acquired Mr. Chain, expanding Plasticade’s presence in the safety market and broadening its lineup of traffic safety, crowd control, and barrier products. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Mr. Chain, founded in 1960 by the Russo family, manufactures crowd control, safety, and barrier solutions, including plastic chains, stanchions, delineators, cones, and related accessories. Plasticade said the addition strengthens its effort to offer a more comprehensive portfolio of products designed to improve safety for the public and workers in construction and other controlled environments.
Plasticade manufactures products for the traffic safety and signage markets, including MASH-approved roadway work zone products, recycled rubber traffic and safety products, and signage solutions used for business advertising and promotion.
Radial Equity Partners, Plasticade’s sponsor, focuses on investing in middle-market businesses and supports management teams in sectors where the firm has prior operating and investing experience.
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“We are excited to welcome Mr. Chain to the Plasticade family. The Russo family built an outstanding business with an unwavering commitment to customer service. Mr. Chain’s strong brand, innovative products, and customer-centric culture align perfectly with Plasticade.”
David Foy, President of Plasticade
“This is a tremendous milestone for Mr. Chain. Joining forces with Plasticade will enable us to expand our product offerings and deliver even greater value to our customers while continuing to provide the quality and service that has differentiated Mr. Chain for decades.”
Ryan Schultz, President of Mr. Chain
