BOSS Products has announced that it has acquired the liquid de-icing assets of Voigt Smith Innovation (VSI), a privately-held leading manufacturer of liquid de-icing equipment. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
VSI is known for its liquid de-icing equipment for snow and ice contractors, offering both brine makers and applicators, and smart-connected technologies.
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Based in Le Center, Minnesota, VSI has grown in the liquid de-icing market over the past several years through product innovation, education, and industry expertise. As part of the acquisition, the knowledgeable VSI staff will join the BOSS team.
“The addition of VSI products to the BOSS Snowplow portfolio strategically positions us to expand our support of snow and ice contractors to include liquid de-icing equipment and complimentary support staff to advance customer opportunity in liquid de-icing,” said Jody Christy, vice president, BOSS Snowplow. “The combination of VSI and BOSS products is aligned with our strategic priorities, providing quality solutions, innovative advancements, and service to our customers.”
“Application efficiencies and environmental opportunities make liquid de-icing an appealing proposition for snow and ice contractors,” said Jordan Smith, of VSI. “As liquid de-icing grows among contractors, the expertise and credibility of VSI will enable BOSS to meet customer demand. We believe the reputation, strong network, and resources of BOSS as a leader in the snow and ice removal market will enable continued growth in the market.”
