STAMFORD, CT – KODA Distribution Group, a leading specialty chemical distributor, has acquired EW Kaufmann, headquartered in Bristol, PA.

“This acquisition offers us the regional focus we desire and significantly strengthens our presence in the northeast U.S. in the CASE market,” said Frank Bergonzi, CEO of KODA Distribution Group. “It enables us to expand our capabilities and to establish a leading CASE position throughout the northeast region”.

KODA Distribution Group, a leading specialty chemical distributor, is comprised of five regional companies: EW Kaufmann in Pennsylvania, GMZ in Ohio, Ribelin Sales in Texas, Monson Companies in Massachusetts and PT Hutchins in California.