Conner Industries Acquires Guardian Packaging

Conner Industries, Inc., a leading provider of lumber, industrial wood crates & pallets, and integrated packaging solutions, has announced the acquisition of Guardian Packaging Industries, LP, a foam cutting specialist and an integrated packaging provider that combines wood, foam, and corrugate components, in Garland, Texas, which also includes the Southwest Air Products division, producing adhesive foam tapes for a variety of applications. The upcoming facility will provide significant manufacturing clients with industrial packaging and military SPEC non-metallic component products. It will make use of a diverse range of materials such as wood, foam, plastic, and corrugate. Additionally, the facility will maintain its position as a major supplier of custom-cut foam for military drones. Registered with CCR and SAM, the new acquisition also maintains AS9100D and ISO9001 certifications, and recycles 35 tons of material per year as part of their seasoned environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. "We believe that Conner, one of the dominant players in the industrial packaging space, is a perfect fit for Guardian Packaging as they continue to expand their reach into growing markets in the Dallas area," commented Norm Stuart, of Guardian Packaging. "Together, Conner and Guardian will continue to provide protective packaging, foam, and foam tape customers with the highest standard of customer service while providing solutions that meet a demanding transportation and handling environment." Source