ProtoTitan, a North Carolina-based provider of engineering and manufacturing solutions, announced its acquisition of Leonard Automatics, a global leader in textile finishing equipment. With this strategic move, ProtoTitan aims to further enhance its position as a trusted partner for businesses seeking advanced manufacturing solutions to optimize their operations, according to a news release.
The acquisition brings together two major industry players with complementary strengths and expertise. By merging ProtoTitan’s cutting-edge engineering and manufacturing solutions with Leonard Automatics’ in-house metal fabrication and electrical engineering capabilities, ProtoTitan is creating a formidable synergy that will enhance operations and deliver unparalleled benefits to both companies and their customers.
As part of the acquisition, Jeff Frushtick will be stepping down from his role as Leonard Automatics CEO and refocusing on sales and customer support.
“It is time to turn the helm over to the next generation, with more understanding of the technology that can carry us forward,” said Leonard Automatics CEO, Jeff Frushtick. “ProtoTitan brings a variety of skill sets and markets that complement and expand the opportunities for Leonard manufacturing. I am excited to be part of the continuing evolution of Leonard Automatics.”
ProtoTitan co-founders Chris Clark and Dave Rochau will be taking over daily operations of Leonard Automatics and its subsidiaries Leonard Fabrication & Design, LFD Off Road and LFD Gates.
“Leonard Automatics is a true innovator and has been instrumental in the textile and laundry industry’s progress over the past several decades,” said Chris Clark, co-founder and CEO of ProtoTitan. “Jeff’s decades of experience in this world are an invaluable asset, and we’re very excited to give him the space to revitalize this market.”
