Simonds International, the Fitchburg supplier of wood cutting tools, announced Tuesday that it has merged with B.G.R. Saws, a Canadian company.
The company will continue to operate in the U.S. and Canada, with nine facilities located in the major wood fiber regions of North America, according to a press release.
Financial details were not disclosed. Service will be uninterrupted during the integration process.
“This merger will combine the two leading companies in our industry with a deep history of product innovation, quality products and customer-focused organizations providing value added services to our customers,” said Ray Martino, president and CEO of Simonds. “The cultures of the two companies are similar and will strengthen our service to the industry.”
