Scan Pac Mfg. has acquired Great Lakes Friction Products Inc., combining two Wisconsin friction-materials manufacturers founded in 1973 and 1987. Scan Pac, a Menomonee Falls producer of organic friction products and phenolic bearings, said the acquisition expands its ability to deliver a full portfolio of friction-related products across industrial and commercial markets.
Highlights
- Scan Pac Mfg., founded in 1973 in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, has acquired Great Lakes Friction Products Inc., founded in 1987.
- Great Lakes Friction Products supplies friction materials and complete assemblies, with in-house bonding, molding, stamping, die cutting, machining, grinding, and assembly capabilities.
- The combined operation spans organic friction products, Gatke phenolic bearings, and laminates serving industrial and commercial markets.
Two Wisconsin Friction Specialists Combine
Scan Pac Mfg., founded in 1973 by H.A. “Skip” Scandrett, manufactures organic friction products, phenolic bearings, and laminates. The company pioneered non-asbestos friction material and has developed hundreds of base compounds that can be molded or machined into custom configurations, alongside its Gatke phenolic bearings and laminates.
Great Lakes Friction Products, founded in 1987, supplies friction materials and complete assemblies. Its in-house capabilities include bonding, molding, stamping, die cutting, machining, grinding, and assembly, and its services cover friction material selection, complete assemblies, application testing, and delivery.
Leadership on the Deal
David Pozorski, President and CEO of Scan Pac Mfg., framed the acquisition as a strategic fit. “This acquisition marks an important milestone for our company,” Pozorski said. “The team at Great Lakes Friction Products brings exceptional expertise, strong customer relationships, and innovative solutions that align perfectly with our long-term strategy. Together, we are positioned to deliver even greater value to our customers and stakeholders. It is an honor to continue the legacy created by both Skip Scandrett and Chris Butzen.”
R. Christopher Butzen, President of Great Lakes Friction Products, pointed to the company’s service history. “David Butzen, our dedicated employees and I have had the privilege to serve our customers for nearly 39 years and are confident that Scan Pac will continue our legacy of service and quality to our loyal customers,” Butzen said.
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