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Sunflower Industrial acquires Arizona Epoxy Systems

PRIVATEOct 13, 2025•8 months ago

Acquiring Company

Sunflower Industrial

Acquired Company

Arizona Epoxy Systems

ShawneeTempeManufacturingConstructionBuilding Maintenance

Description

Sunflower Industrial has announced the acquisition of Arizona Epoxy Systems, a leading resinous flooring installer in the Southwest. Kalen Smith, CEO of Sunflower Industrial, expressed excitement about integrating the AES team into their operations. AES will continue to operate from Tempe and will support Sunflower's national offerings. The acquisition aims to preserve the legacy of AES while growing the workforce in the Phoenix area.

Company Information

Company

Sunflower Industrial

Location

Shawnee, Kansas, United States

About

Sunflower Industrial is the parent company of Epoxy Coating Specialists, Desco Floor Systems, and Arizona Epoxy Systems, with a vision to build the largest premier-quality coatings workforce in the country. Sunflower Industrial is majority owned by KCN Companies, a Kansas City based holding company that buys controlling interests in great companies, with no set exit timeframe. Leveraging their previous experience as business operators, KCN seeks to preserve legacies and build long-term value.

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