Fort Wayne cleaning product company acquires Pumie brand
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A late August acquisition has added some extra products to Fort Wayne-based Summit Brands’ line of environmentally friendly, specialty cleaning products.
Summit purchased Pumie, also known as the United States Pumice Co., which produces products used by both custodians and people at home to scrub tough buildup. The products are non-toxic and gentle, the company said.
“We are pleased to welcome Pumie to the Summit Brands family,” President of Summit Brands, Joel Harter said in a news release. “This acquisition reflects our dedication to providing our customers and consumers with effective, sustainable cleaning options.”
Third-generation Pumie owner Elizabeth Anderson said her company has grown to be a trusted brand over 75 years, and the decision to sell to Summit is one that aligns with the brand’s goals, mentioning how Summit is also family-owned.
Summit Brands declined to disclosed the purchase price for the acquisition, as well as if any jobs would be affected by the deal or how many employees each company has.