Acquisitions in Georgia in 2014

GenNx360 Capital Partners-supported Salford Group Inc. has acquired BBI Spreaders, a manufacturer of precision dry material applicators serving agriculture, construction and golf markets. The deal adds complementary product lines and geographic reach to Salford’s portfolio, expanding product offerings, dealer networks and engineering collaboration for new product development.

Pro Mach, Inc. has acquired Benchmark Automation, a manufacturer of specialty material handling and packaging equipment based in Athens, Georgia. The acquisition expands Pro Mach’s material handling capabilities and strengthens its solutions for the food and bakery markets, with Benchmark’s leadership team joining Pro Mach’s Material Handling Group.