Bucking the economic climate in which many companies are struggling, Kent-based Capital Cleaning Supplies has completed its second successful acquisition in 12 months. Last Spring it took over Medway Hygiene and this month Force Five was absorbed into the Capital group.
“Of course it’s tough but thanks to a very dedicated team we’ve been able to grow and prosper," admits Steve Wentzell, Capital MD. "Personally I think the biggest winners will be our customers, as they’re now able to source an even wider range of products and services from a true ‘one stop shop.’ We’ve always offered a good range of cleaning supplies, machines, repairs and service, and now we can provide a full range of safety equipment including boots and hi-viz jackets.
“Customers are all important... as a family business that has been established for 38 years we’ve always tried to deliver the service our customers deserve. With a greater range of products ,we’re now taking that to the next level.”
Ashley Wentzell, Operations Director explains the acquisitions: “Both Medway Hygiene and Force Five were run by owners keen to retire. It’s highly likely that if we hadn’t come in and reached an agreement which was fair to all parties, these companies would have folded. In neither case was there anyone working in the business that wanted to or was in a position to take them on. By acquiring these concerns we’ve helped both their customers and ours.”
Interestingly Ashley added: “Watch this space because Capitals growth has not peaked, we’re highly likely to be recruiting further in the short term and even considering taking on other companies as and when they become available.”
Bucking the economic climate in which many companies are struggling, Kent-based Capital Cleaning Supplies has completed its second successful acquisition in 12 months. Last Spring it took over Medway Hygiene and this month Force Five was absorbed into the Capital group.