New York-based supplier NC Custom (PPAI 111662, Silver) has announced the acquisition of Pennsylvania-based supplier Custom Plastic Specialties (PPAI 111040, Gold), commonly known as CPS Keystone. Financial details of the deal weren’t disclosed.

CPS Keystone will operate as an affiliate of NC Custom, with the companies saying business will continue as usual. All orders will be routed through orders@keystoneline.com, and all customer service inquiries should be directed to customerservice@keystoneline.com.

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“We’re very excited to partner with the management team of CPS Keystone and its incredible group of associates,” says Lance Stier, managing partner/CEO of NC Custom.

CPS Keystone marks a significant expansion opportunity for NC Custom, including blow molding and injection molding capabilities.”

Lance Stier

Managing Partner/CEO, NC Custom

“CPS Keystone marks a significant expansion opportunity for NC Custom, including blow molding and injection molding capabilities. We’re excited to bring the tremendous suite of CPS products to our distributor partners across the U.S. and Canada, and for the future product innovation we will add to this great product assortment.”

The acquisition adds a third manufacturing facility to NC Custom’s operations and marks its first in Pennsylvania, expanding its “Made in the USA” capacity with over 450 SKUs and in-house production capabilities across 150,000 square feet.

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“CPS and its accompanying team bring the same manufacturing expertise, commitment to product innovation and dedication to regulatory compliance that enable products to be shipped throughout the U.S. and Canada,” says David Miller, president of NC Custom.

“They also share NC Custom’s unwavering focus on customer service and satisfaction. It’s a pleasure to welcome the CPS team into the NC family, and we look forward to building on our shared strengths and achieving continued success together.”

[CPS Keystone] also shares NC Custom’s unwavering focus on customer service and satisfaction.”

David Miller

President, NC Custom

Founded in 1992, CPS Keystone’s product line prominently features water bottles and drinkware, but also includes bags, tools, personal care items and more.

“CPS/Keystone is excited for the opportunity to join NC Custom and to integrate our teams,” says Eric Enzbrenner, president of CPS Keystone. “Our companies’ values align in providing quality, value and service to all customers. Our combined capabilities will allow us to expand product development, sales and manufacturing, providing more for our customers.”

Earlier this year, NC Custom purchased Virginia-based supplier Confection 360.