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DOWNERS GROVE, IL – April 29, 2025 – PLZ Corp (PLZ), North America’s largest aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, is proud to be one of “America’s Greatest Midsize Workplaces” for 2025, as recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A-Insights Group.  

To highlight companies that excel in employee experience and workplace performance, Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group conducted a comprehensive analysis of over 3.5 million online employee reviews and publicly available data for 9,000 companies, tracking 120 key performance indicators including leadership, integrity, compensation, career development, culture and belonging and work-life balance to offer a comprehensive view of workplace performance.

The rankings recognized midsized businesses that successfully foster innovation, offer competitive benefits and cultivate strong leadership to ensure employee satisfaction and long-term success.

“Our team members are our greatest resource, and we are fortunate to have remarkable, hardworking teams and a depth of knowledge that leads the industry,” said Brett Finley, CEO. “It’s so affirming to be recognized for the things we do to help those team members develop and succeed at work while continuing to support their families and their communities.”

Consider a career with PLZ Corp! Discover more at https://www.plzcorp.com/careers-2/

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care products, cleaners and polishes, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides and air fresheners for home and industrial use. Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital and management. For more information, visit www.plzcorp.com.

About Pritzker Private Capital

Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products and services sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur-and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit www.ppcpartners.com.

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PLZ Corp announces expanded partnership between Sprayway Glass Cleaner and NASCAR driver Jeb Burton for the 2025 season https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-corp-announces-expanded-partnership-between-sprayway-glass-cleaner-and-nascar-driver-jeb-burton-for-the-2025-season/ Tue, 11 Mar 2025 15:29:37 +0000 https://www.plzcorp.com/?p=21779 Downers Grove, IL – March 11, 2025 – PLZ Corp, manufacturers of Sprayway Glass Cleaner, ...

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Downers Grove, IL – March 11, 2025 – PLZ Corp, manufacturers of Sprayway Glass Cleaner, a leading brand in premium glass- cleaning products, is proud to expand its partnership with NASCAR driver Jeb Burton and the #27 Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport Chevrolet for the 2025 season. This exciting collaboration has brought together one of the most trusted names in glass and automotive care and one of NASCAR’s rising teams, highlighting both brands’ commitment to excellence, performance, and innovation.

“We were thrilled when we heard Jeb had been using Sprayway to clean his racecar in the pit and before each race. It’s great to see ‘the World’s Best Glass Cleaner’ being used in so many places,” said Kathy Elkey, President of Cleaning & Food Solutions at PLZ Corp , responsible for the Sprayway brand. “It was a perfect matchup from the beginning, and we look forward to another great year of partnership on and off the track.

As part of the partnership, Jeb Burton will drive the Sprayway Glass Cleaner Chevrolet at the upcoming race at the Homestead Miami Speedway.

“Sprayway is an awesome partner that has grown with us the past few seasons. Miami is a fun race track that I know our car can run well at,” said Burton. “I can’t wait to have the Sprayway group with us at the track and have an awesome race!”

Tune in to the CW Network at 4 p.m. Saturday March 22, to catch the Sprayway Glass Cleaner Chevy #27 take on the Homestead Miami Speedway!

About Sprayway Glass Cleaner

Since its introduction in 1947, Sprayway Glass Cleaner has remained America’s best glass cleaner. Clean and polish any glass surface with our easy-to-use, fast-acting cleaner that won’t drip, run or streak. Sprayway Glass Cleaner’s heavy-duty foam clings to vertical surfaces to dissolve dirt, grease, grit and grime and our ammonia free formula cleans thoroughly, dries quickly and leaves a clean fresh scent. Just spray on and wipe off to remove fingerprints, dust, smoke film and other common household messes. Excellent for windows, mirrors, windshields and other glass surfaces. For more information on Sprayway, visit spraywayretail.com.

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. PLZ specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care products, cleaners and polishes, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides and air fresheners for home and industrial use. For more information, visit www.plzcorp.com.

About Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport

Jordan Anderson Racing Bommarito Autosport is a NASCAR Xfinity Series team, owned by owner/driver Jordan Anderson and Bommarito Automotive Group President, John Bommarito. Established in 2017, the organization is fueled by an incredible, close-knit team of employees, fans, and sponsors with a focus on integrity in the pursuit of excellence. Our goal is to embrace the journey we’re on and to never give up – whether on the track, in the pits, or in life. To learn more about the team visit JordanAndersonRacing.com

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PLZ Corp Sells Custom-Pak Products to Ferring Family https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-corp-sells-custom-pak-products-to-ferring-family/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 13:12:09 +0000 https://www.plzcorp.com/?p=16268 DOWNERS GROVE, IL – March 1, 2024 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), North America’s largest aerosol ...

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DOWNERS GROVE, IL – March 1, 2024 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), North America’s largest aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, today announced the sale of Custom-Pak Products, Inc. (“Custom-Pak”) to the family of John Ferring IV, PLZ’s executive chairman of the board. Mr. Ferring, son of PLZ’s founder, was previously majority owner of PLZ and led the business from 1978 – 2012.

Based in Germantown, Wisconsin, Custom-Pak manufactures aerosol paints to match a variety of finishes for use in paint pens, brush-in lid bottles and other specialty applications. PLZ acquired Custom-Pak in 2020.

“PLZ continues to execute our strategy to optimize our business by focusing on core areas of growth,” said Brett Finley, CEO of PLZ Corp. “While Custom-Pak is a great business, we’ve determined that the niche nature of the business is no longer a strategic fit for PLZ’s long-term plans. This divestiture simplifies our business and positions PLZ for growth as we serve our customers.”

John Ferring, PLZ’s executive chairman of the board since 2005, intends to retire as executive chairman at the end of 2024. He will remain a shareholder and member of the PLZ board. Nick Ferring, senior vice president of sales at PLZ, has been named CEO of Custom-Pak.

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care products, cleaners and polishes, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides and air fresheners for home and industrial use. Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital and management. For more information, visit www.plzcorp.com.

About Pritzker Private Capital

Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products and services sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur-and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit www.ppcpartners.com.

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PLZ Corp Names Brett Finley Chief Executive Officer https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-corp-names-brett-finley-chief-executive-officer/ Tue, 24 Jan 2023 14:15:16 +0000 https://www.plzcorp.com/?p=12029 Specialty Manufacturing Leader Will Drive Company’s Customer-Focused Growth and Expansion Strategy DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – ...

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Specialty Manufacturing Leader Will Drive Company’s Customer-Focused Growth and Expansion Strategy

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – January 24, 2023 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), North America’s largest independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, today announced the appointment of Brett Finley as Chief Executive Officer, effective February 15th. Mr. Finley brings to PLZ more than 25 years of specialty manufacturing industry leadership and will focus on leveraging PLZ’s extensive R&D resources and product breadth to bring customized solutions to its customers, while continuing to drive strategic acquisitions.

“PLZ is a leader in producing innovative specialty aerosol and liquid products and packing solutions for its customers, and I am thrilled to join the Company’s leadership team,” said Mr. Finley. “I am impressed by the exceptional quality of PLZ’s products and its commitment to customer-centered solutions. I look forward to working with the talented team at PLZ as we strive to be the partner of choice for our customers.”

“We are delighted to have Brett’s seasoned leadership at the helm of PLZ. His industry experience gives him a deep understanding of our end markets, spanning from household products to industrial solutions and personal care. Brett’s extensive technical expertise, combined with his commitment to operational excellence makes him the right fit to drive PLZ’s next phase of growth and expansion,” said John Ferring, Chairman of PLZ.

“Brett shares our philosophy of building strong, growth-oriented businesses,” said Terry Sutter, Operating Partner at Pritzker Private Capital (“PPC”). “His strategic vision and operational focus make him the ideal choice to build on PLZ’s strong foundation and continue the Company’s growth trajectory. I look forward to continuing our successful partnership as we welcome Brett to the PLZ and PPC families.”

Mr. Finley joins PLZ from Fortune Brands, a leading home and security products company, where he served as President of Outdoors & Security. At Fortune Brands, Mr. Finley was responsible for overseeing organic and inorganic growth initiatives and managed a business segment with 7,800 employees across five business units. He previously held leadership roles with IDEX Corporation, serving as Senior Vice President, Corporate Officer and President of the Asia division. Mr. Finley earned his B.S. in mechanical engineering from Case Western Reserve University.

PLZ continues to enhance its service offering and capabilities through strategic acquisitions and has completed 18 acquisitions since 2010. Two of PLZ’s most recent acquisitions include 220 Laboratories, a leading innovator and formulator of hair, skin and body products, and Champion Brands, a leading manufacturer of specialty lubricants for the automotive and industrial markets. Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital and management.

About PLZ Corp
PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care products, cleaners and polishes, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides and air fresheners for home and industrial use. For more information, visit www.plzcorp.com.

About Pritzker Private Capital
Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products and services sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur-and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit www.ppcpartners.com.

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PLZ Personal Care Appoints Steve Dickstein as President https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-personal-care-appoints-steve-dickstein-as-president/ Thu, 13 Oct 2022 13:34:57 +0000 https://www.plzcorp.com/?p=11517 New Leadership and Sales Team Additions Support Personal Care Division Growth DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – ...

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New Leadership and Sales Team Additions Support Personal Care Division Growth

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – Oct. 13, 2022PLZ Personal Care, a division of PLZ Corp and North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing for premier brands in the personal care market, today announced the promotion of Steve Dickstein to president of PLZ Personal Care.

Dickstein joined PLZ as senior vice president commercial in 2019 upon PLZ’s acquisition of Liquid Technologies, where he formerly served as CEO. With a proven track record of fostering business growth and leadership, Dickstein has played an instrumental role in expanding PLZ Personal Care’s business over the last few years. PLZ’s full-service personal care network includes more than 1.2 million combined square feet of manufacturing space and 83 filling lines across seven locations for the production and distribution of a broad range of aerosol and liquid products.

Dickstein’s promotion follows several other organizational promotions and additions to accommodate PLZ Personal Care’s growth including:

  • Brian Hayes promoted to senior vice president, Personal Care
  • Chi Le promoted to senior R&D director, Personal Care
  • John Samman hired as sales director, Personal Care
  • Jennifer Noakes promoted to sales director, Personal Care
  • Mikel Pruett named site leader of PLZ Personal Care Chino, CA facility

“I am pleased to begin my new role as president of PLZ Personal Care during such an exciting time in the division’s growth path,” said Steve Dickstein, president of PLZ Personal Care. “Since joining PLZ, we have expanded our capacity and capabilities in support of our mission to be the partner of choice for our customers. Despite the industry-wide supply challenges, we continue to demonstrate to our customers our commitment to better serve their needs through innovative products, high quality, and logistical and technical expertise. I am proud of our world class team and their commitment to enabling our customers to succeed.”

Before joining Liquid Technologies, Dickstein served as CEO/president of two other private equity-owned personal care businesses with a track record of EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Tax, Depreciation and Amortization) growth and successful transactions, which followed 20 years of leadership roles across two multi-national consumer goods firms, Clorox and Mars, Inc.

For additional information on PLZ Personal Care, visit https://www.plzcorp.com/personal-care/.

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About PLZ Corp
PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides, cleaners, polishes and air fresheners. The PLZ Personal Care division offers a full range of services to help brands design, manufacture and deliver a variety of personal care products including hair care, skin care, men’s grooming, multicultural hair care and over-the-counter offerings. For more information on PLZ, visit https://www.plzcorp.com/.

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PLZ Corp Acquires 220 Laboratories https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-acquires-220-laboratories/ https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-acquires-220-laboratories/#respond Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:08:15 +0000 https://plzaeroscience.wpwhile.com/?p=5251 DOWNERS GROVE, ILL. – PLZ Corp(“PLZ”), North America’s largest independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, ...

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DOWNERS GROVE, ILL. – PLZ Corp(“PLZ”), North America’s largest independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, today announced the acquisition of 220 Laboratories (“220 Labs”), a leading innovator and formulator of hair, skin and body products. With this combination, PLZ can now offer its customers an end-to-end suite of solutions, from new product ideation and formula development to the custom manufacturing of aerosol and non-aerosol products. Financial terms were not disclosed.

The acquisition of 220 Labs is PLZ’s fourth acquisition in the personal care industry in the last two years. In total, PLZ now operates seven personal care facilities across the United States and Canada.

Founded in 1991, 220 Labs manufactures a variety of aerosol and non-aerosol personal care products including dry shampoos, conditioners, and body sprays. The company is known as a market leader in product development and has a long track record of innovation. 220 Labs operates out of a 200,000 square foot FDA-registered facility in Riverside, California.

“We are thrilled to welcome 220 Labs to our company as we continue to establish PLZ as the partner of choice for personal care brands in North America,” said Aaron Erter, PLZ’s President and CEO. “220 Labs is a renowned innovator and formulator within the personal care industry. We look forward to leveraging these capabilities across our combined enterprise to strengthen the value proposition we bring to our customers.”

220 Labs is led by Ian and Eric Fishman, the second generation of Fishman family leadership at the company. Ian and Eric will continue with 220 Labs following the transaction.

“We are incredibly excited for 220 Labs to become part of the PLZ family,” said Ian Fishman. “Over the past 30 years, 220 Labs has established itself as a premier partner for innovative personal care brands, and we will leverage PLZ’s industry experience and national footprint to continue growing our company in its next chapter. We believe our combined company is poised to even better serve our customers in the years to come.”

Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital (“PPC”) and management.  With PPC’s support, PLZ has continued to grow organically as well as through five acquisitions in the last two years – Champion Brands in 2021, Mansfield-King and Custom-Pak Products in 2020, and Liquid Technologies and Precise Packaging in 2019.

Carriage Hill served as the exclusive advisor to 220 Labs in this transaction.

About 220 Labs

220 Labs is a market leader in personal care contract manufacturing focused on hair, skin and body aerosol and non-aerosol products. Headquartered in Riverside, California, 220 Labs has a long track record of personal care product development and innovation. 220 Labs has been a proud family-owned and operated business for over 30 years. For more information, visit 220labs.com.

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is a leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product technologies.  PLZ specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private label products. PLZ has a robust and proprietary portfolio of products in household cleaning, personal care, food service, maintenance, specialty and industrial, and automotive. For more information, visit PLZAeroscience.com.

About Pritzker Private Capital

Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products, services and healthcare sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit PPCPartners.com.

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PLZ Corp Acquires Champion Brands https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-acquires-champion-brands/ https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-acquires-champion-brands/#respond Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:16:10 +0000 https://plzaeroscience.wpwhile.com/?p=5253 DOWNERS GROVE, ILL. – July 1, 2021 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), North America’s largest independent specialty aerosol ...

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DOWNERS GROVE, ILL. – July 1, 2021 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), North America’s largest independent specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturer, today announced the acquisition of Champion Brands, LLC (“Champion”), a leading manufacturer of specialty lubricants for the automotive and industrial markets. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. With this acquisition, PLZ expands its full-service automotive and industrial offering, positioning the company to better serve its customers with a comprehensive suite of aerosol and non-aerosol products.

Founded by Ralph Lowe in 1956 and with more than 65 years of market leadership, Champion has one of the largest product portfolios in the industry. Champion produces more than 300 functional fluids and performance products, including brake fluid, fuel treatments, semi-synthetic and full-synthetic engine additives and specialty motor oils. Champion operates a 450,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Clinton, Mo., and serves customers across automotive, heavy duty, agricultural and performance racing markets. The speed and versatility of Champion’s lines make the company a cost effective solution for many customers.

“We are very excited to welcome Champion Brands to PLZ,” said Aaron Erter, PLZ’s President and CEO. “Champion is a market leader within the automotive aftermarket industry, and we look forward to leveraging their capabilities across our combined enterprise to strengthen the value proposition we bring to our customers. Champion is an incredible addition to PLZ as we continue growing our specialty automotive and industrial footprint across North America.”

Champion is led by Matt Lowe, the third generation of Lowe leadership at the company. Mr. Lowe will remain with Champion following the transaction.

“I am thrilled for Champion to become part of the PLZ family,” said Matt Lowe. “We look forward to leveraging PLZ’s extensive industry experience and national footprint to help grow Champion in the years to come. Together with PLZ, we will propel the combined company forward into its next chapter as we continue to deliver exceptional innovation, quality and service to our customers.”

Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital.  With their support, PLZ has continued to grow organically and through acquisitions, including four in the last two years – Mansfield-King and Custom-Pak Products in 2020 and Liquid Technologies and Precise Packaging in 2019.

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is a leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product technologies.  PLZ specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private label products. PLZ has a robust and proprietary portfolio of products in household cleaning, personal care, food service, maintenance, specialty and industrial, and automotive. For more information, visit PLZAeroscience.com.

About Champion Brands, LLC

Champion Brands, LLC has made a name for themselves as a leader in specialty lubricants. Headquartered in Clinton, Missouri and with over 300 products, Champion is always looking for new and better ways to make their customers more efficient with quality products and high standards. Champion products can be found all over North America and have had long-standing relationships with its customers for over 65 years. For more information, visit ChampionBrands.com

About Pritzker Private Capital

Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products, services and healthcare sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit PPCPartners.com.

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PLZ Corp Names Aaron M. Erter Chief Executive Officer https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-names-aaron-m-erter-president-and-chief-executive-officer/ https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-names-aaron-m-erter-president-and-chief-executive-officer/#respond Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:36:38 +0000 https://plzaeroscience.wpwhile.com/?p=5260 Experienced Industry Leader to Lead Company’s Growth Strategy, Enhance Customer-Focused Capabilities and Expand into New ...

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Experienced Industry Leader to Lead Company’s Growth Strategy, Enhance Customer-Focused Capabilities and Expand into New End Markets

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill. – November 19, 2020 – PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing, today announced the appointment of Aaron M. Erter as president and chief executive officer, effective immediately. Mr. Erter brings to PLZ proven leadership experience and a successful track record of growing manufacturing businesses. He succeeds Ed Byczynski, who served as the company’s president and chief executive officer since 2009.

“I am honored to join PLZ as the Company strengthens its position as the leading specialty aerosol and liquid manufacturer in North America,” said Aaron M. Erter, President and CEO of PLZ. “PLZ continues to differentiate itself in the marketplace through value-added customer partnerships, outstanding operational and technical excellence, and unmatched end-to-end customer service. I look forward to leading PLZ’s talented team as we continue to grow our Company and deliver for our customers.”

“PLZ is focused on accelerating its growth strategy by pursuing add-on acquisitions, strengthening its capabilities and expanding into new end markets,” said John Ferring, Chairman of PLZ. “I am confident Aaron is the right leader to guide PLZ into its next chapter, and I am delighted to welcome him to the PLZ family.”

“At PPC, we are business builders,” said David Gau, Partner and Head of Operations at Pritzker Private Capital. “Over the last five years we have partnered with John and the PLZ team to significantly grow the business and enhance its leading market position. Our flexible capital will continue to support PLZ as the Company pursues the attractive growth opportunities we see in the market.”

Mr. Erter joins PLZ from the Sherwin Williams Company, where he most recently served as President of its Performance Coatings Group. Previously, he held various senior roles at The Valspar Corporation, which was acquired by Sherwin Williams in 2017, and Stanley Black & Decker, where he was instrumental in expanding and strengthening the company’s distribution channels. Mr. Erter received a B.S. in economics from the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School and an MBA from The University of Notre Dame.

PLZ recently expanded its capabilities and footprint with the September 2020 acquisition of Mansfield-King, a leading contract manufacturer of specialty personal care products, and its 2019 acquisition of Liquid Technologies, a leading contract formulator and manufacturer of high-end professional hair and skin care products. Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital and management.

About PLZ Corp
PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care products, cleaners and polishes, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides and air fresheners for home and industrial use. For more information, visit PLZAeroscience.com.

About Pritzker Private Capital
Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products, services and healthcare sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur and family owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). Additional information about Pritzker Private Capital is available at www.ppcpartners.com.

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PLZ Corp Acquires Mansfield-King https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-acquires-mansfield-king/ https://www.plzcorp.com/blog/plz-aeroscience-acquires-mansfield-king/#respond Wed, 02 Sep 2020 18:18:43 +0000 https://plzaeroscience.wpwhile.com/?p=5269 PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing, today ...

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PLZ Corp (“PLZ”), the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing, today announced it has acquired Mansfield-King, LLC (“Mansfield-King”), a leading contract manufacturer of specialty personal care products, from Founder and Owner, Charles Haywood. Financial terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. With this acquisition, PLZ adds a Midwest facility dedicated to manufacturing personal care liquid products to its full-service personal care network, which includes one liquids facility in California and four aerosol facilities across the United States and Canada.

As one of the fastest-growing personal care manufacturers in the U.S., Mansfield-King produces a variety of personal care products for its customers in addition to offering end-to-end solutions from product development and formulation to blending, filling and packaging. Mansfield-King serves as a valued strategic partner to mid-sized brands and maintains long-standing relationships with its customers across the professional, multicultural/textured and men’s grooming markets. Mansfield-King is led by Mr. Haywood and Executive Vice President, Tom Lehman, who are supported by a talented, tenured team across the company’s Research & Development, Quality and Production functions.

“We are very excited to be partnering with the Mansfield-King team,” said Ed Byczynski, PLZ’s President and CEO. “Mansfield-King is a leading innovator within the specialty personal care market, and we believe they will be a fantastic addition to PLZ as we continue growing our personal care footprint across North America.”

“I am excited to have found a like-minded partner in PLZ that will bring added resources, deep industry experience and R&D expertise to complement our talented team,” said Mr. Haywood. “Our partnership with PLZ will propel the combined company forward into its next chapter as we continue to deliver exceptional innovation, quality and service to our customers.”

“We are very excited to be partnering with PLZ, and we believe this combination will allow both of our businesses to better serve our customers within the specialty personal care market,” added Mr. Lehman.

Headquartered outside Chicago, PLZ is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. This acquisition builds on PLZ’s 2019 acquisition of California-based Liquid Technologies, Inc., which expanded PLZ’s liquid production capabilities and customer base within the personal care market. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products for a variety of consumer and industrial end markets. PLZ is owned by Pritzker Private Capital and management.

About PLZ Corp

PLZ Corp is the North American leader in specialty aerosol and liquid product manufacturing. The PLZ family of companies specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. PLZ formulates, blends, fills and packages more than 2,500 branded and private-label products including personal care products, cleaners and polishes, industrial solvents, lubricants and degreasers, adhesives, sanitary supply disinfectants, insecticides and air fresheners for home and industrial use. For more information, visit PLZAeroscience.com.

About Mansfield-King

Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, Mansfield-King is a leading contract manufacturer of specialty personal care products for the professional, multicultural/textured and men’s grooming markets. The Company manufactures products such as shampoos, conditioners, pomades, gels and creams and offers end-to-end solutions from product development and formulation to blending, filling and packaging. Mansfield-King is a strategic partner to mid-sized brands and maintains long-standing relationships with its customers across each end market. For more information, visit MansfieldKing.com.

About Pritzker Private Capital

Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products, services and healthcare sectors. The firm’s differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur and family owned companies. For more information, visit PPCPartners.com.

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The beginning of the new year gives us time to reflect upon the accomplishments achieved in 2019. It also provides a great opportunity to update you — our valued customers, partners and employees — about how these successes are fueling Precise Packaging’s positive outlook. We are especially excited to tell you about three significant developments, investments and upgrades we accomplished in 2019 to improve our contract manufacturing and filling services for 2020.

ENHANCED AEROSOL AND LIQUID PRODUCT OFFERINGS

The acquisition of Precise Packaging by PLZ Corp (PLZ) marked a major milestone, positioning the business for continued growth in the years ahead. PLZ specializes in the development, manufacturing, packaging and distribution of a comprehensive line of contract fill, branded and private-label products. Together, PLZ and Precise Packaging can draw upon additional resources, relationships and capabilities, to better serve customers as a value-added strategic partner for a full suite of specialty aerosol and liquid products.

EXPANDED PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT CAPABILITIES

We opened a new production facility and added a new aerosol production line. Our new 15,000 square-foot production facility features two custom liquid filling lines with room for expansion, as well as a new shrink sleeve for enhanced decoration of cans and jars. The production facility also broadens our aerosol and liquid product development offerings to support further product innovation.

Our new aerosol production line increased plant capabilities by delivering added production options for aerosol products. As part of these aerosol line enhancements, we introduced an automated shrink bundler to offer improved options for cost-effective shrink bundling.

NEW CBD OIL FORMULATION AND FILLING SERVICES

We enhanced our contract manufacturing services to include CBD oil-based product formulation and filling capabilities. Our CBD oil capabilities support the development of a variety of high-growth CBD personal care products, including massage oils, body sprays, hair care products and more, available in small travel sizes, up to larger homecare sizes.

LEVERAGING CONTRACT MANUFACTURING UPGRADES FOR THE FUTURE

As a contract manufacturing and filling partner, we achieved strong growth in 2019 driven by strategic developments and upgrades. We are excited to leverage these investments in manufacturing capacity, along with the capabilities and connections of PLZ, to better serve our personal care, household and OTC customers. Stay tuned for continued growth in 2020 and beyond.

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