The acquisition aligns with Rimkus' growth strategy in expanding the company's reach and services across the United States.

Effective July 8, 2019, Victaulic has purchased Globe Fire Sprinkler. Combined, these two respected companies will have the resources and capabilities to bring exciting new solutions to the fire protection industry around the world, Victaulic notes.

Boasting combined revenue of more than $8.5 billion, 138 members and 1,450 locations across the continental United States, this new group will become, by revenue, the largest plumbing group in the country.

The acquisition includes all Water-Right subsidiaries, real estate and sister company Mineral-Right.