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Oldcastle???(R)???AE???? Architectural Acquires Anchor Block Company and Anchor Wall Systems07-23-15 | News

Oldcastle® Architectural Acquires Anchor Block Company and Anchor Wall Systems

Left to right: Doug Strawbridge, president and general counsel; Lynn Barnhart, director of licensing; Ken O'Neill, EVP sales, marketing and product development for Oldcastle Architectural, Inc.; Glenn Bolles, chairman. Oldcastle's acquisition includes access to Anchor's brands and patent portfolio.

Oldcastle® Architectural has acquired Anchor Block Company and Anchor Wall Systems, giving the company an increased presence in the high-growth region of the upper Midwestern United States, as well as a strong patent portfolio from one of the most recognized brands in the segmental retaining wall industry. These brands join Belgard, Trenwyth, Bonsal American and others under Oldcastle Building Products.

Anchor Block Company manufactures a broad range of concrete masonry and hardscape products and is the licensed manufacturer of Anchor Wall Systems products. The range of Anchor products includes retaining walls, pavers, edgers, architectural block, concrete masonry units and outdoor living products. The company's primary manufacturing facility is located just outside of Minneapolis.

"The additions of Anchor Block Company and Anchor Wall Systems to Oldcastle's masonry and hardscapes business will serve as a platform for continued growth throughout the Midwest," said Tim Ortman, president of Oldcastle Architectural. "Each company brings expertise and commitment to product innovation that will ultimately benefit Oldcastle's collective business, customers and employees well into the future."