Kodiak acquires Aztech Lubricants

Kodiak solidifies its position as a leading supplier of process fluids with the acquisition of Aztech Lubricants, expanding its product portfolio into powder chemicals.

Kodiak, a leading supplier of chemicals to the steel, automotive, energy and aerospace industries, strengthens its position in specialty chemicals with the acquisition of Aztech Lubricants.

Kodiak has enhanced manufacturing and distribution capabilities to serve a growing customer base in niche markets around the world. Their portfolio of fire-resistant hydraulic fluids, rolling oils, metalworking fluids, corrosion inhibitors and polymer resins will now include powder chemicals for a variety of industrial applications, including wire drawing.

Headquartered in Oklahoma, Aztech Lubricants provides innovative solutions to the wire drawing industry, serving the aerospace, agricultural, tire manufacturing, fastener, screening and fencing market segments.

The addition of powder chemical manufacturing capabilities, along with increased oil-based blending capabilities, enables Kodiak to serve customers with a comprehensive product portfolio that meets a wide range of needs.

Laura Dickey, President of Kodiak said: "With the acquisition of Aztech Lubricants, we will continue to execute on our growth strategy and expand our geographic coverage and manufacturing capabilities while optimizing delivery times." "As we continue to grow our product portfolio organically through acquisitions, our customers around the world have demonstrated their receptiveness to our capabilities – helping them streamline procurement by consolidating suppliers. "