Carlson Systems Acquires Western Tool Supply

PIndustrial Opportunity Partners, Evanston, IL, has acquired Western Tool Supply in Salem, OR, via its platform company Carlson Systems. Carlson, Omaha, NE, is a multi-regional distributor of product assembly systems. Terms were not disclosed.

Western Tool is a distributor of tools and supplies serving the fastening needs of construction, industrial, and woodworking customers, with products such as hand-held nailers, staplers and related fasteners. Western Tool operates 14 sales sites in Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Utah and Montana.

Jim Todd, chairman of Carlson , said the acquisition expands Carlson’s geographical coverage to the Pacific Northwest.