MKS, a Kansas City-based, family-owned pipe, valve, and fitting (PVF) distributor with over 75 years of industry experience, has announced the acquisition of Industrial Pipe & Supply (IPS) of Omaha, Nebraska. The transaction positions MKS to expand its specialized product offerings and customer service capabilities throughout the Midwest region while maintaining IPS’s 30-year legacy of exceptional customer relationships.
The acquisition expands MKS’s reach into the Nebraska and Iowa markets, positioning the company with another distribution point a 2.5-hour drive from its headquarters. This proximity enables same-day delivery of custom products, including custom gaskets, addressing significant market demand in the region.
The combined organization will operate under both the MKS and IPS brands, maintaining local market presence and operational teams. IPS will continue normal business operations immediately following the transaction, ensuring uninterrupted service to existing customers.
MKS emphasized its commitment to retaining IPS’s 10-person team, with plans to invest in technology upgrades, professional development, and expanded employee benefits.