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Leading swimming pool equipment supplier S.R.Smith has announced the acquisition of Composite Aquatic Innovations (Stark Bulkheads).

Following the acquisition of the Washington, USA-based business, S.R.Smith Chief Executive, Rich Laitta advised that Stark will operate as a standalone product business within S.R.Smith’s commercial construction products business.

Laitta stated “our 2015 Australian acquisition of All Fiberglass Products was our first entry into construction products for commercial swimming pools. The acquisition of Stark Bulkheads is a perfect fit, adding to our global portfolio.

“Stark’s category leading position in bulkheads, global installation footprint and approach to commercial construction fits well with our strategy and is welcome complement to our SwimWall Systems.”

Ron Privrasky, President, Chief Executive and owner of Stark Bulkheads added “S.R.Smith’s longevity in the market combined with their expertise in pool deck equipment and commitment to commercial construction products makes for a perfect fit for the long term.

“I am excited to see how the company evolves as part of the S.R.Smith portfolio.”

The USA-based, Composite Aquatic Innovations DBA Stark Bulkheads has been the leading supplier of custom designed composite bulkheads for over 50 years and has been led by Privrasky since 2001.

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