AUDAX GROUP ANNOUNCES THE ACQUISITION OF CHASE DOORS

BOSTON, MA – September 17, 2014 – Audax Group announced it has acquired Chase Industries, Inc. (“Chase Doors”) from Sentinel Capital Partners. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Chase is a leading manufacturer and distributor of customized doors, including traffic, corrosion resistant, PVC, strip, cold storage, fire, and sliding doors. Founded in 1932, Chase Doors offers superior design and engineering processes, as well supporting the development of green product innovations. Chase Doors’ family of brands includes Chase™, Chem-Pruf™, ColdGuard™, Econo Max™, Eliason™, Fib-R-Dor™, Saino™, and Simon™.

Geoffrey S. Rehnert, Co-CEO of Audax Group, said “Chase Doors is a manufacturer of customized doors with an unparalleled reputation in the market. We look forward to partnering with Jeffrey Stark and the rest of the Chase team to grow the business organically and through strategic add-on acquisitions.”

Jeffrey Stark, CEO of Chase Doors, said “We are excited to have Audax as our new partner. The firm’s track record of sourcing and integrating add-on acquisitions will enhance our ability to grow, while continuing to build on our brand’s reputation of market-leading quality and value.”

Houlihan Lokey and Kirkland & Ellis LLP advised Chase. Ropes & Gray LLP and Fredrikson & Byron P.A. served as counsel to Audax Group. Golub Capital provided financing for the transaction.

ABOUT AUDAX GROUP

Audax Group, founded in 1999, is a leading investor in lower-middle market companies.  With offices in Boston, New York and Menlo Park, Audax has over $6 billion in assets under management in its Private Equity, Mezzanine, and Senior Debt businesses.  For more information visit the Audax Group website http://www.audaxgroup.com.

Happy Labor Day from Chem-Pruf!

This upcoming weekend will mark the end of August, the end of summer vacation for students, and the winding down of a season. The first Monday of every September is always recognized as Labor Day and dedicated to the American workers that help this nation succeed and prosper. The weekend is usually celebrated with parades, grill outs, fireworks, and the last of summer festivities. In fact, did you know that the first Labor Day parade was actually on a Tuesday? The date was September 5^th, 1882 and even though parade activities were in swing, the celebration was actually a protest march for safer working conditions, shorter hours and better wages. Though the night did end up being a larger celebration with dancing and evening fireworks, much like the fun and exciting celebrations we all know and love today.

Many Labor Day gatherings will take place at local parks and recreation facilities. With warm weather, food on the grill and great music,  public parks will be filled with families and friends enjoying the time off and relaxation. If you’re at a park this weekend you might just see a Chem-Pruf door. After all Chem-Pruf doors are commonly used in parks and recreational facilities because they maintain a level of decorum that is second to none and they hold up against harsh weather, chemicals and animal waste. Plus they never need to be painted and they are graffiti resistant.

So enjoy your Labor Day this upcoming Monday, and if you are going to be attending any cookouts or festivals, be sure to keep your eye out for a Chem-Pruf fiberglass door! Whatever your application, we have the perfect door for you!

For more information visit our website at http://www.chem-pruf.com/ or call us at 800-444-6924 | Outside U.S. 956-544-1000

 

FRP Doors for Hospitals and State Facilities

The CDC released data in March showing that 1 in 25 hospital patients in the U.S. is at risk of developing a healthcare-associated infection, and an estimated 721,800 occur annually. The most common infections are pneumonia, diarrhea and urinary tract infections. The sad truth of the matter is that hospitals are full of germs, and patients invariably pass infections on to each other – if not directly, then through the hospital staff with whom they come into contact. Patients can also contract infections from bacterial that live on devises. Frequent hand washing is essential and the basic foundation of all safe care. The CDC recommends hand sanitizers that contain at least 60% alcohol for use in hospitals.

Chem-Pruf fiberglass door has a finish that is impermeable against the daily contact of alcohol based hand sanitizers, thus making Chem-Pruf doors the ideal choice for Hospitals and State Facilities. Chem-Pruf’s fiberglass door is completely seamless, eliminating cracks, seams and gaps where bacteria can hide. This tough, hygienic door can stand up to daily washdowns and rigorous cleanings with harsh chemicals including: Clidox, Quatricide, Spor-Klenz and Chlorate. Plus, Chem-Pruf fiberglass doors comply with NIH Standards, are FDA compliant and when required, are available with up to a 90 minute fire label, storm or STC ratings.

Chem-Pruf corrosion resistant doors and frames are not assembled using component parts and pultrusions obtained from various sources. They are manufactured completely by hand utilizing only the highest quality raw materials. Not only is this unrivaled method of manufacture far superior, it allows the flexibility to customize the door systems to meet the application’s unique requirements. Chem-Pruf fiberglass doors are chemically welded assemblies with a permanent gelcoat finish, so they provide a high degree of quality, consistency, reliability and eliminates the potential for patients with Pica Disorder to peel and eat the paint normally used on doors.

Think, Chem-Pruf fiberglass doors when environmental control in essential to avoid the introduction of contaminants, pathogens, growth of vermin and possibility of infectious outbreaks. For more information visit our website at http://www.chem-pruf.com/ or call us at 800-444-6924 | Outside U.S. 956-544-1000

Custom Designed Doors – Not a Problem for Chem-Pruf!

Do you have a particular door image in mind for your facility? Something different and unique designed specifically for you? Something that will set you apart from your competitors? Then look no further. Chem-Pruf can design and manufacture a custom door to suit your needs. Oversized doors, dutch doors, sliding doors, doors with custom finishes, doors with custom textures and doors with custom designs molded-in are not a problem.

Do you want it to look like a barn door? Not a problem! Do you want it to blend into the surrounding? Not a problem! Do you want it to make a statement? Not a problem! Whatever the challenge, Chem-Pruf has the solution!

Take a look at some of our unique custom made doors! Our highly skill craftsmen can build a door that will meet and exceed your expectations. Whether it’s for a theme park, zoo, aquarium, casino, restaurant, car wash, or even your local recreational facility, Chem-Pruf design options are virtually endless and our Engineers and Sales staff are eager to help create the exact door for your unique requirements.

Chem-Pruf is leading the way in innovation and engineering and with the bar raised very high. Let us prove to you why we are your only choice when it comes to custom made, corrosion resistant fiberglass doors. Call us today at  800-444-6924.

Chem-Pruf – The Easy to Install FRP Door

Do you have plans in the near future to build a new facility or add another section to your building? Chances are you are going to need a door. If you order a Chem-Pruf Door you can take the stress out of worrying about the installation or worse trying to find the multiple packages that typically come with doors.

Chem-Pruf has the Total Opening Solution, also referred to as a Unitized Door System or simply the Complete Package. Chem-Pruf takes pride in making the installation process simple. Chem-Pruf’s preassembled fiberglass doors ship ready for installation thus, saving you time, money, and labor. Two installers can center the door unit into the wall and bond it in place in about one-third of the normal installation time. The doors are each placed in their own individual crate. All crates are clearly marked with the specific opening information for quick identification. Anchors, loose hardware items and instructions are boxed inside the crate. No more searching through various pallets and separate boxes of materials to complete your installation!

Did I mention that our doors are shipped fully assembled in their frames? It really doesn’t get much easier than this. As I mentioned earlier, at Chem-Pruf we want to stress how simple the installation process is and we take pride in ensuring you will be satisfied with your product. If you have any questions about installation or our products, feel free to contact us at (956)544-1000.

 

 

Happy 4th of July from Chem-Pruf!

July 4^th marks our nation’s birth and a day that was declared for peace and freedom. As we gather with our family and friends, we can’t help but remember what this great nation stands for and its history of independence. This one day is set aside to enjoy with loved ones and spend time in the great outdoors. So as people get ready for their holiday plans, let’s all take a moment to remember our greatest July 4^th memories and what make them special to us!

For my family, the 4^th of July has always been a day of cooking out, spending time with relatives, and then gathering for the fireworks display. One of the greatest 4^th of July celebrations I can remember was when I was a young child and my family decided to call every relative from out of town to come celebrate the day with us. There were a great amount of people having fun and enjoying the company of others, which is one thing this great holiday should have. Throughout the celebration I can remember the delicious scent of charcoal being burned on a grill and the sound of our favorite music coming from the family radio. Then after a wonderful dinner with the people I love, we all sat around a fire to roast some decadent s’mores and continue the celebration with the sun down. This most certainly was one of my greatest memories and something I think of every time Independence Day comes around.

So if you are spending time with your family this upcoming holiday, try to think of your greatest and most special memory. Maybe it’s spending the day with distant relatives or watching your local sports with friends, or maybe it’s enjoying all the delicious cuisine that fills our homes. Whatever your special celebration may be, Chem-Pruf wants you to enjoy the day and have a happy 4^th of July!

 

Let the Sun Shine Down

In two days summer will officially be here! The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and the temperature is rising, so get out of the house and have some fun. To me, there is nothing that says summer is here other than spending an afternoon with friends and family at a park enjoying the fresh warm air. Especially with the temperature changing and also the weather.

I’m a little bit of a door geek, everywhere I go I try to see if our fiberglass doors are being used. The last time I was at my local park, I noticed how structured and intact the facility buildings were and thought about the conditions they endure throughout the year; snow, the beating sun and thunderstorms. The doors on these facilities are constantly being touched, swung open and slammed shut. Chem-Pruf fiberglass door systems incorporate premium materials, superior design and engineering processes to ensure every Chem-Pruf door can withstand harsh weather, nature and human beings. In fact, Chem-Pruf door systems are designed for these applications and will perform flawlessly and remain beautiful year after year. Plus, Chem-Pruf fiberglass doors are naturally friendly to the environment; longevity, cleanliness, strength and stability make it a sound choice for a “green tomorrow” and beyond.

Doors for a “Green Tomorrow”

For more information on our fiberglass door systems please call us at 800-444-6924.

Storm Rated Doors, Perfect for Any Season!

 

After a long winter it is so nice that spring is finally here! With spring comes the excitement of warm weather, picnics, and cookouts with family and friends. Unfortunately, it is also that time of year when temperatures change and sometimes so drastically that it causes thunder storms and damaging winds. The damage can definitely take its toll on roofs, but it can also cause damage to your door.

Chem-Pruf has a fiberglass door that is designed to withstand the harsh weather that storms can produce. Chem-Pruf fiberglass storm doors have received the Florida Building Code (FBC) and Texas Dept. of Insurance (TDI) approval for installation in high wind coastal conditions. All Storm Door models meet or exceed the standards set for large missile impact (ASTM-E1886/1996 missile level D), both positive and negative cycle pressure and wind load. As a matter of fact, the surface of Chem-Pruf’s door, known as the plate, met and surpassed the large impact requirements of the Florida Building Code.

 

Check out our video that will describe how Chem-Pruf has the edge on storm and hurricane rated doors.
http://youtu.be/–C8Wc0ECTI

Chem-Pruf to Attend 2014 Turnkey Conference

The Gaylord National Harbor will hold the 2014 Turnkey Conference to provide useful information on how to update laboratory quality to be more economical and efficient. This is a vital conference for anyone operating, renovating, or building an animal research facility. Designed for industry experts, this conference will be the event of the year for facility managers, directors, veterinarians, vendors etc. As this once a year meeting draws in, Chem-Pruf is proud to be in attendance and will be displaying some of its unique fiberglass doors.

Chem-Pruf is showcasing its fiberglass door systems that are ideal for the vivarium, pharmaceutical, and research facility environment. These doors are a must to avoid the introduction of contaminants, pathogens, growth of vermin, and infectious outbreaks. Chem-Pruf’s fiberglass door is thoroughly seamless, thus eliminating all cracks and seams where bacteria may hide. These doors are completely hygienic and can stand up to daily wash downs and rigorous cleanings with a number of harsh chemicals. Chem-Pruf fiberglass doors comply with NIH Standards, FDA compliant and when required are available with up to a 90 minute fire label, storm or STC rating.

If you are at the show be sure to stop by and see us. If you can’t make it to the show and you would like more information on our fiberglass door systems please call us at 800-444-6924.

Fiberglass Doors for Vivariums

Chem-Pruf fiberglass door systems are the ideal choice for Vivariums where environmental control is a must to avoid the introduction of contaminants, pathogens, growth of vermin, and the possibility of infectious outbreaks. Chem-Pruf’s fiberglass door is completely seamless, eliminating cracks, seams and gaps where bacteria can hide. This tough, hygienic door can stand up to daily washdowns and rigorous cleanings with harsh chemicals including: Clidox, Quatricide, Spor-Klenz and Chlorate. Plus, they comply with NIH Standards, are FDA compliant and when desired are available with up to a 90 minute fire label or STC ratings.

    

Chem-Pruf offers you the complete package: doors, frames, windows, louvers, thresholds, weatherseals, and astragals all with matching molded-in color, if desired.Many window options are available, including a hinged window cover that sits flush with the face of the door or a removable cover that sits directly on the face of the door. Embedded magnets assist open and closed positions. (The window retainer and cover match the FRP door in color and finish with 25 mils of resin-rich gelcoat integrally molded-in.)

 

Call 1-800-444-6924 for more information on Chem-Pruf Fiberglass Doors