Oldcastle acquires Master Block
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, has acquired Master Block, Inc., a concrete block manufacturer located in El Mirage, Arizona. The addition of Master Block’s manufacturing assets to Oldcastle APG’s portfolio will complement its existing production of hardscapes, masonry and fencing products in the region, per the company.
“We are thrilled to welcome Master Block to the Oldcastle APG family, strengthening our masonry and fence block production in the greater Phoenix area,” said Tim Ortman, president, Oldcastle APG. “With Master Block’s impressive assets and performance, we will enhance our existing plant network, optimize our production of high-quality concrete block, and improve our ability to meet demand in what has proven to be an attractive growth market.”
Master Block will integrate into Oldcastle APG’s portfolio in the region, which already hosts a division of its concrete block, hardscapes and packaged concrete mix operations. Additionally, Oldcastle APG’s aggregate swimming pool finishes business, Pebble Technology International, is headquartered nearby in Arizona.
