DuBois Chemicals Acquires Blue Star Lubrication

DuBois Chemicals (Sharonville, OH), a leading specialty chemicals manufacturer, is pleased to announce they have acquired Blue Star Lubrication Technology (Schaumburg, IL), which primarily serves the needs of the general manufacturing, steel, cement, mining and automotive industries by providing customers with high performance industrial lubricants, such as specialty greases and gear oils, along with many other specialty lubricants and metalworking fluids that include forming fluids, rust preventive solutions, and straight oils. They combine top quality products with experienced technical support to manufacturers throughout the United States and Canada.

“We believe that this acquisition will allow us to increase our presence in significant customers and important segments,” said Jeff Welsh, the chief executive officer of DuBois, who is excited about the unique solutions the two companies can provide to their customers. “The expanded product line will also allow us to meet and exceed the expectations of current customers in new applications areas.” The addition of high performance lubricants and exceptional field support is a perfect fit for DuBois’ strategic quest to add more value to their customers’ operations. Worth believes the acquisition will enhance their product and service capabilities.

www.duboischemicals.com, www.bluestarlt.com