Technology

Scales Plus Acquires Assets of Old Will Knott Scales as Competitor Shutters Operations

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5 hours ago

October 14, 2024

Scales Plus, a leading distributor and service provider in the weighing industry, today announced the acquisition of key assets from Old Will Knott Scales, a long-standing competitor that is ceasing its operations. This asset acquisition is part of Scales Plus’ strategic plan to strengthen its position in the market.

ALLENDALE, Mich., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Scales Plus, a leading distributor and service provider in the weighing industry, today announced the acquisition of key assets from Old Will Knott Scales, a long-standing competitor that is ceasing its operations. This asset acquisition is part of Scales Plus’ strategic plan to strengthen its position in the market. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

“This asset acquisition represents a unique opportunity for us to further expand our reach,” said Jon Mosher, CEO of Scales Plus.

Founded in 2000 and based in Colorado, Old Will Knott Scales served as a trusted distributor of commercial and personal-use scales, providing customers with an expansive catalog of quality products. Over the past 24 years, Old Will Knott Scales provided best-in-class customer service, establishing a reputation among customers and industry peers as a well-respected and trusted brand.

“This asset acquisition represents a unique opportunity for us to further expand our reach,” said Jon Mosher, CEO of Scales Plus. “We are excited to welcome Old Will Knott Scales’ customers and continue to serve them with the same exceptional service they’ve come to expect from Old Will Knott Scales over the last 24 years. Will Knott’s personal endorsement of Scales Plus is a testament to our exceptional customer service. Especially from an industry veteran who built his brand on the principle of “Real Service from Real People.” We are honored to have been chosen by Will Knott for this opportunity.”

The asset acquisition will provide continuity for Old Will Knott Scales’ existing customer base, with Scales Plus stepping in to provide uninterrupted service and support. Specialized services, technical support, an expansive catalog, competitive pricing and a commitment to customer service are just some of the benefits Old Will Knott Scales customers can expect from Scales Plus.

Will Knott, commented, “Before I decided to retire, I wanted to find a company that would take really good care of my customers. It was important to me that they continue to receive quality customer service and that genuine care that’s just hard to come by these days. For years I’ve heard from a lot of people in the scale business that the folks at Scales Plus have a philosophy that’s real similar to mine about taking good care of their customers. I heartily endorse Scales Plus as a dependable, knowledgeable crew that you can rely on.”

About Scales Plus

Scales Plus is a leading distributor and service provider of a wide range of industrial scales, laboratory balances and weighing components covering industries such as manufacturing, food processing, agriculture, retail, healthcare, pharmaceuticals and logistics. Scales Plus has been serving customers across the United States and beyond since 2017 and is headquartered in Allendale, Michigan. Scales Plus is ISO 17025:2017 accredited by A2LA.

To learn more about Scales Plus, visit www.scalesplus.com

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Nelnet to Announce Third Quarter Results

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47 mins ago

October 14, 2024

LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE: NNI) today announced it will release earnings for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024, after the close of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, November 7, 2024. Upon release, additional earnings information will be available at www.nelnetinvestors.com.

Learn more about Nelnet at www.nelnetinc.com.

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Modine Announces New Chief Information Officer

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47 mins ago

October 14, 2024

RACINE, Wis., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Modine (NYSE: MOD), a diversified global leader in thermal management technology and solutions, is pleased to announce that Dan Hedstrom has joined Modine as Chief Information Officer (CIO) effective today. He takes over from Steve Langer, current Vice President Information Technology, who has announced his plans to retire at the end of this year.

As CIO, Hedstrom will have responsibility for leading Modine’s global IT function and executing Modine’s digital strategy. He will focus on building business-aligned IT solutions that optimize performance, enhance productivity, and improve cyber security in alignment with overall corporate strategy.

Hedstrom comes to Modine from Cubic Corporation where he worked for 12 years in roles of increasing responsibility. In 2018, he was named Vice President and Chief Information Officer. Prior to that, he held senior roles leading enterprise infrastructure teams and has experience scaling IT systems to support growth. He has a bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from California Polytechnic State University.

“Dan’s strong track record as a technology leader will be an asset to Modine as we continue to execute on our global business strategies. We are pleased to welcome him to the team,” said Mick Lucareli, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. “I also would like to thank Steve Langer for his seven years of service at Modine and wish him well in retirement.”

About Modine
At Modine, we are Engineering a Cleaner, Healthier World™. Building on more than 100 years of excellence in thermal management, we provide trusted systems and solutions that improve air quality and conserve natural resources. More than 11,000 employees are at work in every corner of the globe, delivering the solutions our customers need, where they need them. Our Climate Solutions and Performance Technologies segments support our purpose by improving air quality, reducing energy and water consumption, lowering harmful emissions and enabling cleaner running vehicles and environmentally-friendly refrigerants. Modine is a global company headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin (U.S.), with operations in North America, South America, Europe and Asia. For more information about Modine, visit www.modine.com.

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Leading Creative Experience Agency DCG ONE Announces Acquisition of Cirangle Design

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47 mins ago

October 14, 2024

New acquisition will further expand DCG ONE’s direct marketing capabilities and provide incremental DM design support for its collective client base.

SEATTLE, Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DCG ONE, one of the largest privately owned creative experience agencies and marketing services providers in the country is pleased to announce the acquisition of Cirangle Design. This strategic acquisition aligns with DCG ONE’s ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional direct marketing solutions for a wide range of DCG ONE enterprise clients.

Cirangle Design, a boutique direct marketing agency based in New Jersey, has a long track record of success with 20+ years developing an expertise and niche in the direct marketing design space, becoming an anchor DM agency for clients such as American Express.

“This acquisition opportunity allows us to expand our capabilities while maintaining the high standards of excellence our clients have come to expect from DCG ONE,” said Ben Allen, EVP and Managing Director at DCG ONE. “We are thrilled to integrate Cirangle Design’s expertise and high caliber work into our operations as we see continued growth within the direct mail vertical.”

This acquisition not only introduces a significant new body of work but also opens doors to other direct marketing clients looking for a more comprehensive solution to delivering successful campaigns. It represents a substantial opportunity for growth and strengthens DCG ONE’s position as a turnkey direct marketing partner – from initial creative concepts to print/mail execution and corresponding digital touchpoints.

Media Inquiries: Please contact: Kelcie Brewer // Kelcie.brewer@dcgone.com

About DCG ONE

Based in Seattle WA, DCG ONE has grown to become one of the largest privately held marketing services providers in the country. With locations in Seattle, Washington D.C. and New York City, DCG ONE services a variety of Fortune 500 companies and provides world-class marketing, technology, and business solutions, incorporating core competencies of print production to integrated fulfillment and data services to a full-service creative agency division.

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