Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, announces the acquisition of Master Block Inc., a single site concrete block manufacturer located in El Mirage, Ariz. The addition of Master Block’s manufacturing assets to Oldcastle APG’s expansive portfolio will complement its existing production of hardscapes, masonry and fencing solutions in the region.
“We are thrilled to welcome Master Block to the Oldcastle APG family, strengthening our masonry and fence block production in the greater Phoenix area,” said Tim Ortman, President, Oldcastle APG. “With Master Block’s impressive assets and performance, we will enhance our existing plant network, optimize our production of high-quality concrete block, and improve our ability to meet demand in what has proven to be an attractive growth market.”
Master Block will seamlessly integrate into Oldcastle APG’s portfolio in the region, which already hosts a division of its concrete block, hardscapes and packaged concrete mix operations. Additionally, Oldcastle APG’s industry-leading aggregate swimming pool finishes business, Pebble Technology International, is headquartered nearby in Arizona and offers customers in the west region expanded access to the company’s comprehensive suite of end-to-end solutions.
This acquisition is another key step in Oldcastle APG’s strategy to offer complete outdoor living solutions to customers across the country, enabling people to connect, reflect and recharge so they can Live Well Outside.
