The Sigma Plastics Group and its affiliate Mercury Plastics have acquired the assets of California-based blown-film extruder Sun Plastics, Inc. (above). This transaction marks Sigma’s 43rd acquisition and expands its global operations to 49 locations. Blaige & Co. represented Sun Plastics in the transaction. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Thomas Blaige, Chairman and CEO of Blaige, says, “Sigma is the perfect partner for Sun Plastics, providing a well-structured succession plan for ownership, long-term security for the workforce, and expanded opportunities for its customer base.”

Vahan Bagamian, owner of Sun Plastics, adds, “Mercury Plastics is a highly successful local player that truly understands our market. With the experience and resources of Sigma, the combination of Sun Plastics and Mercury is unmatched in the marketplace.”

Sun Plastics, Inc., founded in 1979 and headquartered in Commerce, CA, is an extruder and converter of high-quality, custom, 100% recyclable LDPE bags and films. Specializing in high-service and value-added custom products, the company serves diverse end-markets such as food and foodservice (FDA-approved), medical, electronics, industrial, and consumer sectors. Mercury Plastics, Inc., a leading extruder and converter of LDPE and LLDPE films since 1987, supplies high-quality flexible packaging to agricultural, industrial, and fresh produce markets across North America.