Great Lakes Home & Resort Acquires Assets of Kasson Manufacturing - Acquisition Marks Company Foray Into The Billiards Market
Officials at Great Lakes Home & Resort, a leading manufacturer of hot tubs, saunas and casual furniture for the home resort market, announced today the acquisition of all assets of privately-held Kasson Manufacturing, Babbitt, Minnesota, manufacturer of pool tables and accessories.
Holland, MI (PRWEB) March 16, 2005
Officials at Great Lakes Home & Resort, a leadingmanufacturer of hot tubs, saunas and casual furniture for the home resort market, announced today the acquisition of all assets of privately-held Kasson Manufacturing, Babbitt, Minnesota, manufacturer of pool tables and accessories.
Founded in 1983, Kasson is recognized throughout the billiards industry for high quality recreational and professional pool tables. The Kasson line, one of the most extensive in the industry, includes 17 different table styles. Kasson tables provide design, material and size options for the occasional player, the enthusiast and the professional markets.
“Kasson is a well-respected and widely recognized name in the billiards community,” said Rick Mouw, President, Great Lakes Home & Resort. “Adding the Kasson name to our growing portfolio of home resort products is evidence of our commitment to offering lifestyle products the entire family can enjoy. We want our customers to get the most enjoyment from their home investment, whether it’s a game of 8 ball in the rec room or a relaxing escape in the backyard hot tub. The Kasson brand, and its reputation for well-built, high value tables, is an excellent fit in our long-term strategy, and we look forward to the opportunities it offers our dealers and our growing customer base.”
Kasson has played an active role in promoting the sport of billiards, helping launch the WomenÂ’s Professional Billiards Association Tour in 1993, and sponsoring numerous nationally televised amateur, professional and celebrity events. Kasson pool tables will continue to be made in Babbitt, Minnesota.
About Great Lakes Home & Resort
Founded in 1969, Great Lakes Home & Resort is a leading manufacturer of home resort products, including Great Lakes Hot Tubs™, Almost Heaven Saunas® and The Greenbrier Collection™ of casual furniture.
Great Lakes Hot Tubs™ are offered in 8 different models, ranging from the popular round Sunlighter to the exciting new 5 person Penta to the roomy Manistee. All models are available in a variety of custom Geloy® colors and feature a full complement of hydrotherapy jets, seating configurations and comfort and convenience features. Sold through Great Lakes Home & Resort Dealers throughout the US.
Available in 7 designs for home use, Almost Heaven Saunas offer a healthy respite from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Offered in both traditional and infrared models, Almost Heaven Saunas are milled from solid 1 1/2” clear, kiln dried, Western Red Cedar heartwood in a ball and socket joint construction for long-lasting durability. Available through Great Lakes dealers or on-line at www. almostheavensaunas. com.
The Greenbrier Collection offers distinctive lines and inviting styles in select chairs, tables and occasional pieces. Available in teak or maintenance-free Weaterite™, Greenbrier furniture features stainless steel frames, heliarch welded for seamless strength and graceful lines. Faux stone tabletops available in complementing colors. Sold through Great Lakes dealers or on-line at www. greenbriercollection. com.
For additional information on the entire family of Great Lakes Home & Resort products, please visit www. greatlakeshomeandresort. com. Great Lakes Home & Resort is headquartered at 935 East 40th Street, Holland, MI 49423 800.458.1476
Contact:
Tom Murdoch, Murdoch Marketing
(616) 392-4893 tom@murdochmarketing. com
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