NORTH VERNON: Elton Manufacturing, a leading North American supplier of weatherstripping and windows for garage and entry doors, has acquired the assets of Decatur Plastic Products (DPP), a well-established injection molding company based in North Vernon, Indiana.
The move marks a significant milestone in Elton’s 44-year history, signaling the company’s strategic expansion into the U.S. market.
As part of the acquisition, Elton will operate under the name “Elton USA” in the United States. Gary Riley Jr., former vice president of operations and a long-time shareholder at DPP, has been appointed president of Elton USA.
“With this new addition to the Elton family, we will be able to strengthen our relationships with our U.S. customers, gain support and expertise from DPP’s highly skilled operations team, and increase capacity to achieve our growth strategy,” said Tom Boer, founder of Elton Manufacturing.
The acquisition comes as Elton outgrows its four Canadian manufacturing facilities. The company has already begun producing window frames at DPP’s Indiana facility over the past three months, collaborating closely with local management and production teams to align on values, service, and quality standards.
“This partnership is a pivotal moment for Elton,” said Sandro Pigliarolo, senior vice president of technical operations. “With the support of DPP’s seasoned injection molding specialists, Elton will become a stronger partner to its U.S. customers while continuing to provide the unparalleled quality, technical expertise, innovation, and service we are known for.”
Elton’s senior vice president of sales, Andrew Beavan, echoed the sentiment, noting that the acquisition aligns with the company’s long-term goals. “We are looking forward to expanding production in Indiana and assisting our customers in our next stage of growth,” he said.
Founded in 1983, Decatur Plastic Products specializes in injection molding, fiber flock coating, assembly work, and tool building, primarily serving the automotive industry.
The acquisition reinforces Elton’s commitment to innovation and customer service as it scales operations across the United States.