Material Handling Systems Advances Two Acquisitions

Material Handling Systems, Inc. (MHS), a leading global provider of advanced automation engineering, equipment and software announced that it has acquired A2i Systems (“A2i”), a leading, comprehensive integrator of material handling equipment, engineering and services for the warehouse & distribution market in North America.

Additionally, MHS announced the completion of its acquisition of VanRiet Material Handling Systems (“VanRiet”), a leading global provider of integration systems, equipment, and after-market services for the European and North American markets.

“The infrastructure required to support e-Commerce globally is immense,” said Scott McReynolds, Chief Operating Officer of MHS. “Our vision is to create a best-in-class provider of automated technology across parcel and warehouse and distribution, providing our customers with the capability to efficiently deliver packages to consumers worldwide. With the acquisitions of A2i and VanRiet, MHS has significantly expanded its global reach, warehouse and distribution expertise and automated product portfolio.”