Singer Equipment Co. has acquired Joseph Flihan Co., a leading food service equipment dealer in New York state.
The announcement was made Tuesday by Fred Singer, president and CEO of Singer Equipment, a third-generation family owned and operated company headquartered in Caernarvon Township, Berks County.
Described as a strategic acquisition, the move expands Singer’s reach across New York, according to the company.
The new division will operate under the name Singer Flihan, and Joe Flihan, president of the Joseph Flihan company, will serve as president of the new division, it was announced.
In the announcement, Singer said he is looking forward to supporting the new division in its growth plans.
“Joe and his team are recognized leaders in their market with broad respect from vendors and customers, and a reputation for integrity and excellence,” he said in a statement. “With this acquisition, Singer is a more complete solution to customers and vendors in New York state with offices in Buffalo, Syracuse, Utica, New York City and Melville, Long Island.”
Joseph Flihan Co. is a second-generation family-owned company that has served the New York market for more than 50 years.
“As part of Singer, we will be able to continue our growth and bring benefits and opportunities to our customers and employees alike. Singer shares our values of excellence, professionalism, service to our customers and care for our employees,” Flihan said in a statement.
“Singer Equipment Co. continues to look for strategic acquisitions that strengthen our position of providing comprehensive food service solutions,” Singer CFO Seth Feldman said in a statement, adding that Joseph Flihan Co. has a track record of success and is well-positioned for growth.
Singer Equipment has grown to be the fourth largest food service equipment and supply dealer in the nation. The company supplies restaurants and other establishments with china, flatware, glassware and other tabletop and janitorial supplies and offers kitchen design and installation services.
