Palmero Healthcare LLC is a global leader in infection control products.
Hu-Friedy Announces Acquisition of J. Palmero Sales Company
Move provides infection control leader with expanded range of products
January 13, 2017 04:30 PM Eastern Standard Time
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Hu-Friedy, a global leader in the manufacturing of dental instruments and products, today announced the acquisition of J. Palmero Sales Company, a family-run dental products company located in Stratford, Connecticut. Palmero, which was founded in 1931 by Joe Palmero, offers a wide range of infection prevention and safety products for the dental office.
?This acquisition plays an important role in driving our continued growth, while expanding the range of infection prevention and safety products we offer to the global dental market?
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The acquisition represents a continuation of Hu-Friedy?s strategy to expand into product categories and markets that align with growth objectives. Over the last three years, the company has acquired multiple brands, including J and J Instruments, Julius Wirth and Karl Schumacher. As Hu-Friedy continues to be the leader in infection control management, acquiring Palmero augments the company?s product line and represents a sound strategic fit.
?J. Palmero is a family-owned company, and we are proud to have been entrusted to carry on and build upon the legacy of the Palmero brand,? said Ron Saslow, CEO of Hu-Friedy. ?This acquisition plays an important role in driving our continued growth, while expanding the range of infection prevention and safety products we offer to the global dental market,? continued Saslow. ?We believe we can add considerable value to the Palmero business by developing a strong marketing and sales strategy, and we will help their brand become even more successful in their market segment.?
Karen Neiner, Vice President of Corporate Development and Professional Relations at Hu-Friedy will lead this new venture as President, while continuing in her current role. As with previous acquisitions, Hu-Friedy and Palmero will operate mostly independently with separate brand identities, value propositions and operations.
Hu-Friedy is proud to celebrate this accomplishment as it helps support the organization?s mission of improving lives by advancing dental performance ? smile after smile.
About Hu-Friedy
Founded in Chicago in 1908, Hu-Friedy Manufacturing Company, LLC helps dental professionals perform at their best by producing dental instruments and products designed to function as an extension of each practitioner's particular skill. Its products, hand-crafted by highly-skilled artisans, are known for their precision, performance, longevity, reliability and quality. Headquartered in Chicago, Hu-Friedy products are distributed in more than 80 countries and the company maintains offices in Germany, Italy, India, China and Japan. For more information, visit http://www.hu-friedy.com.
Contacts
Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC
Patrick Bernardi
Chief Marketing Officer
773-868-5806
pbernardi@hu-friedy.com
HU-FRIEDY MANUFACTURING COMPANY, LLC
Keywords: disinfectants, barriers, infection control MRSA, TB, Staph, kills in 1 minute, Microorganisms
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Palmero Health Care has been in business since 1950
What is your primary product or service?
DisCide Ultra Disinfecting Towelettes and Spray
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
The need in the marketplace for an effective disinfectant
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Our disinfecting line is a one-step one-minute disinfecting product. Saving consumers time and money.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location: in Connecticut
Provide detailed directions to your location
DELIVERIES, PICKUPS, VISITORS, CONTRACTORS, AND GUESTS
Directions to PHC from 95 North
When Surf Avenue is impassable
Take Exit 31 to Honeyspot Rd. At the bottom of the ramp at stop light take a left on to Honeyspot proceed to light approximately 1/10 mile (corner of Honeyspot and Stratford Ave. Take left onto Stratford Ave approximately 2/10 mile to first set of lights and take left onto Surf Ave. Proceed on Surf, turn at third street on left which is Feely. Feely Street dead ends into PHC’s parking lot, which will be on your right. Pull in following asphalt and sign directions. All traffic will exit facilities out on Goodwin Place.
When Surf Avenue is Open
Take Exit 30 to Lordship Boulevard. At bottom of the ramp proceed straight thru the first light. At the second light take a right on to Surf Avenue. Proceed on Surf, turn at Seventh Street on right which is Feely. Feely Street dead ends into PHC’s parking lot, which will be on your right. Pull in following asphalt and sign directions. All traffic will exit facilities out on Goodwin Place.
Directions to PHC from 95 South
When Surf Avenue is impassable
Take Exit 31 to South Avenue. At bottom of the ramp proceed to stop sign. Take right on to South Avenue (no sign). Proceed to light approximately 1/10 mile (corner of Honeyspot and Stratford Ave. Take left onto Stratford Ave approximately 2/10 mile to first set of lights and take left onto Surf Ave. Proceed on Surf, turn at Third Street on left which is Feely. Feely Street dead ends into PHC’s parking lot, which will be on your right. Pull in following asphalt and sign directions. All traffic will exit facilities out on Goodwin Place.
When Surf Avenue is Open
Take Exit 30 to Surf Avenue. At bottom of the ramp proceed to stop sign. Take right on to Surf Avenue. Proceed on Surf, turn at Seventh Street on right which is Feely. Feely Street dead ends into PHC’s parking lot, which will be on your right. Pull in following asphalt and sign directions. All traffic will exit facilities out on Goodwin Place.
What type of payments do you accept?
Distributors are net 3o days. We also accept all major credit cards.
Which areas do you service?
We are a national company
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Bernie Dutton is the CEO and handles all daily operations
What are your hours of operation?
9 am to 5 pm Eastern Standard Time
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
That our products are saving lives
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
Life is a gift. Never forget to enjoy and bask in every moment you are in.