Lake State eTradeWire (Elkhart, Ind., USA) provided details of a deal during mid-Nov. that completed earlier in the fall (Sept. 24, 2018). Welch Packaging, a multi-site family owned business concentrated in the Midwest, has acquired Central Kentucky Corrugated Specialists (CKCS), a corrugated box manufacturer located in Mount Sterling, Ky., USA. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

The partnership expands Welch Packaging's geographic service area in Kentucky.  With operations located in six Midwestern states, this acquisition reinforces Welch's commitment to growth.

CKCS and Welch Packaging are both family-owned businesses and meet customer needs through a focus on service, quality and providing cost-effective corrugated products. "CKCS has a solid reputation with customers as a provider of corrugated boxes and services. With strong customer relations and timely delivery of product, CKCS has earned the trust of their customers," stated Scott Welch, CEO of Welch Packaging.  "We look forward to supporting CKCS' future growth through the application of Welch resources and management processes."

Founded in 1985 by Scott Welch, Welch Packaging is a family owned company that has grown to be a network of packaging companies concentrated in the Midwest. Headquartered in Elkhart, Ind., Welch Packaging serves markets across 12 locations and 4 distribution centers with over 1,000 associates.  Providing a local approach to business, Welch companies invest in their communities and their associates.  Welch Packaging provides industrial packaging, retail ready packaging, and offers assembly and fulfillment services.