Safe Fleet, a supplier of safety solutions and fleet management for fleet vehicles, has acquired Merlot Vango Tarping Solutions, a provider of rolling tarpaulin systems for flatbed and platform trailers.
“Merlot is a perfect addition to our existing tarping systems business, adding breadth to our product portfolio to serve a key commercial vehicle market segment,” said John R. Knox, Safe Fleet chairman and CEO. “Their innovative products combined with exceptional installation and aftermarket parts and service support will add to the Safe Fleet value proposition for commercial vehicle fleets and operators.”
Read more: Safe Fleet unveils new e-store for tarpsMerlot Vango Tarping Solutions is a designer, manufacturer, installer and servicer of innovative rolling tarpaulin systems and replacement parts. The company has been in operation for over 60 years and will now add its product offerings to Safe Fleet Commercial Vehicle Group’s existing tarp system portfolio that includes automated and semi-automated system brands such as Roll-Rite and Pulltarps.
“With Safe Fleet’s investment in the Merlot platform, we will continue to enhance our industry-leading service to fleets and dealers while expanding our geographic reach,” said Robert Schwab, President of Merlot Vango Tarping Solutions.
Merlot Vango is located in Verona, PA, just outside of Pittsburgh and the existing leadership team will continue to manage the business post-acquisition.
For more information, please visit www.safefleet.net.