Kodiak, a supplier of specialty chemicals for the steel, automotive, energy, and aerospace industries, announced the acquisition of Southern Adhesives and Coatings. Kodiak's second acquisition in 2024, the new acquisition strategically enables the company to target the paper and packaging industries. Kodiak reports that the company continues to grow in specialty niche markets, offering customers the opportunity to streamline purchasing and consolidate vendors.

Southern Adhesives and Coatings, based in Madeira, Ohio, is a boutique supplier to the paper and packaging industries. Known for its advanced adhesive and coating product portfolio, Southern Adhesives and Coatings provides specialty products for applications such as laminating paper and cardboard, gluing labels, and lining food packages – including beverage cans. Adhesives used in these industries include hot melt, waterborne, and solvent-based systems. With a growing emphasis on sustainability and improved environmental benefits desired for these technologies, Southern Adhesives and Coatings has reportedly become a pioneer in the development of these enhanced technologies. Combining its technology with the Kodiak's manufacturing assets, research and development organization, and dedicated sales, the team will accelerate growth opportunities in the pipeline.

Integrating Southern Adhesives and Coatings demonstrates Kodiak's commitment to supplying comprehensive solutions that meet diverse industrial needs. This acquisition will enable Kodiak to deliver products utilized for the paper and packaging industries, as well as for the automotive, aerospace, construction, metals and energy sectors. The addition of adhesives and coatings to its already expansive portfolio demonstrates Kodiak's success and commitment to satisfying customer needs.

"By acquiring Southern Adhesives and Coatings we continue to execute our growth strategy – expanding our product portfolio, while consolidating manufacturing in our state-of-the-art facilities located in Cincinnati, Ohio, and Wayne, Oklahoma," said Kevin Dickey, CEO of Kodiak. "Our customers around the globe have demonstrated their receptiveness to our capabilities – helping them streamline procurement through consolidation of suppliers who can solve their ever-changing needs."

Additional information about Kodiak is available at www.kodiakchemical.com.