LCI Industries has announced that its subsidiary, Lippert Components Manufacturing, Inc., has acquired substantially all of the business assets of Girard Systems and Girard Products LLC (collectively, “Girard”), a manufacturer and distributor of proprietary awnings and tankless water heaters for OEMs and aftermarket customers in the RV, specialty vehicle and related industries.
Girard has served the RV industry since 1995 and is recognized for high quality and exceptional service, according to its new parent company, which notes that . Having created a significant niche in the motorized segment of the market, Girard’s patented awnings are featured on many of the premier Class A motorized units. Girard’s has locations strategically placed throughout the U.S., including Alabama, California and Indiana.
Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
“We are very excited to welcome the Girard team to the Lippert family,” said Jason Lippert, president and CEO. “We have admired how Girard’s business has evolved over the years, focusing on a strong commitment to excellent customer service and creating strong brand loyalty among its key consumers. Girard product lines fall nicely into Lippert’s core products and manufacturing competencies. Our sales and operations teams have big plans to take Girard’s designs and products and expand them into broader customer channels. Girard’s sophisticated product offerings for shade and appliances substantially broaden our product portfolio across all classes of RVs, enabling us to drive new content growth and further extend our leadership position in the outdoor recreation space.”
“The addition of Girard will allow us to provide a wider range of exceptional products to our customers, especially in the higher-end motorized segment of the RV Industry,” added Ryan Smith, group president of Lippert North America. “Girard’s great product lines will further bolster our service offerings in categories that we’re already strong in, perfectly aligning with our focus on enhancing the customer experience. We look forward to incorporating the deep industry and product knowledge that Girard will bring to the Lippert family as we work together to execute on our growth strategy.”
Girard’s CEO said Lippert is the ideal company to carry the company’s tradition of quality products forward.
“Through the last 27 years, we have worked to deliver high-quality products to consumers, paying particular attention to service and building lasting customer relationships,” said Marcia Girard, CEO. “With similar values, along with its leading industry position and manufacturing expertise, Lippert is a great partner to carry our legacy forward. The entire Girard team is excited to join Lippert and begin working to further position the business for long-term growth.”
