Your Building Centers (YBC) acquired Allensville Planing Mill (APM) in central Pennsylvania. Founded in 1959 by Karl Westover, APM has three True Value Hardware and building supplies stores and manufactures roof trusses, wall panels, and floor trusses.
“We are looking forward to working with Joe Westover, Rob Morris, and the APM team to assure a smooth transition over the next several months,” Rich Lender, president and CEO of YBC, said in a news release. “Closing is expected around the end of the first quarter next year.
APM president Joe Westover said YBC and APM are a great fit due to their “similar values” and is pleased with the growth in career opportunities for current APM employees.
YBC operates 17 locations in central Pennsylvania. The dealer serves contractors, builders, remodelers, and DIYers. YBC operates 13 YBC-branded locations and Berlin Lumber, Klinger Lumber, Robert G. Miller, and Palmerton Lumber. The dealer also owns and operates two manufacturing facilities: Keystone Truss & Manufacturing in Beech Creek, Pa., Berlin Lumber & Truss in Berlin, Pa.