Distribution International Acquires Insulation Provider, Fabricator 3i Supply

Midland, MI-based 3i is a like distributor of mechanical and industrial insulation products, fabricated products, and refractory.

Houston-based Distribution International, a provider and fabricator of mechanical insulation, on Monday announced that it has acquired 3i Supply Company, a like distributor of mechanical and industrial insulation products, fabricated products, and refractory.

Midland, MI-based 3i is Distribution International's 14th acquisition over the last four years.

“In acquiring 3i Supply, we will be expanding our fabrication capabilities into Michigan,” said Robert Hlavenka, Vice President and General Manager of Distribution International. “This acquisition is consistent with our strategy of providing unrivaled customer service throughout North America. Current 3i operations will become part of DI’s Midwest region.”

John Brooks, Regional Manager of DI in the Midwest said: “We are excited to further expand our fabrication operations in the Midwest territory. We are proud to be strengthening our ability to service our customers, and we welcome the 3i Supply team to DI.”

Distribution International now has 85 branch locations nationwide. On Dec. 1, 2015, the company announced the acquisition of Renton, WA-based E.J. Bartells.

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