Worthington Industries, Inc. is set to acquire General Tools & Instruments Company LLC, a provider of over 1,200 feature-rich, specialized tools with well-established brands and a nearly 100-year history. The acquisition broadens Worthington’s consumer products brands in niche tools and outdoor living. General Tools’ brands include General®, Garden-Weasel®, Pactool International® and Hawkeye™ and are focused in categories including environmental health & safety, precision measurement & layout, home repair & remodel, lawn & garden and specific purpose tools.
“The acquisition of General Tools expands our thriving consumer products portfolio, complementing our existing brands in niche tools and outdoor living with attractive end-markets,” said President and CEO Andy Rose. “General Tools brings a strong history and a proven new product development process with demonstrated speed to market. Their team is outstanding, and this acquisition will deepen our expertise in consumer products and broaden our relationships with blue chip customers allowing us to deliver more products, innovation and value.”
