Harris American strengthens product offerings with G.P.S. acquisition
The two companies have been partners since 2021 and have completed numerous installations of non-ferrous scrap-processing balers and shears
Harris American Company, a subsidiary of Avis Industrial Corporation, has completed the acquisition of G.P.S. S.r.l., Ferrara, Italy. Founded by Marco Garuti in 2013, G.P.S. manufactures ferrous and non-ferrous scrap-processing balers and shears recognized for innovative design, high-efficiency throughput, and the flexibility of stationary and mobile equipment applications.
Through its flagship M Generation balers, Predator baler/loggers, and Destroyer shear/baler/loggers, G.P.S. has built a robust and loyal base. Harris American and G.P.S. have been business partners since the 2021 launch of the Predator and Destroyer products in North America and have completed and installed numerous machines throughout the U.S.
Voices from leadership
"We are thrilled to take the partnership we have formed with G.P.S. over the past 5 years to another level through the acquisition announced today. The transaction represents a significant milestone in our strategic goal to further enhance our product offerings and accelerate our global growth while also providing the necessary resources for the expansion of the innovative product designs that G.P.S. brings to the marketplace," said DJ VanDeusen, president of Harris American Company.
Marco Garuti, founder and owner of G.P.S., commented, "The acquisition by Harris American was a natural progression of the long-standing relationship between Harris American and G.P.S. I am excited about this strategic move, which represents a crucial step in the growth and international expansion of both companies."
