Lancaster-based Ecore acquires Ohio company to expand playground surfacing

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• Ecore acquires Pro-Techs, a top playground surfacing installer

• Acquisition strengthens brands Surface America, SpectraTurf, and Duraplay

• Move supports Ecore’s mission for sustainable, circular solutions

Ecore International has acquired Pro-Techs to grow its playground surfacing portfolio, enhancing safety, sustainability, and innovation nationwide.

“This acquisition is another important step toward fulfilling our vision for Ecore to rid the world of rubber waste with the capabilities and scale to grow into key markets,” Art Dodge, CEO of Ecore International, said in a statement. “What sets Pro-Techs apart is not only their quality and technical expertise, but the heart and strength of their team. Together, we will be well-positioned to deliver greater value for our customers, drive innovation, and reinforce our commitment to sustainable, circular solutions.”

Based in Lancaster, Ecore is a transformational rubber circularity company. Pro-Techs Surfacing is a playground surfacing installer headquartered in Copley, Ohio. According to a release, this acquisition expands Ecore’s leadership in the safety surfacing market and further enhances the offerings of its recreational and playground brands: Surface America, SpectraTurf, and Duraplay.

Pro-Techs has installed over 2 million square feet of safety surfacing. As a long-standing Ecore customer, Pro-Techs delivers International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA) certified solutions that consistently meet or exceed American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards for performance and safety. All Pro-Techs surfacing products are soft and environmentally safe, further advancing Ecore’s commitment to delivering high-performance, sustainable solutions.

“This acquisition is an important step in Ecore’s mission to deliver safer, more sustainable surfaces to communities across the country,” said Kal Krishan, president of Ecore’s Outdoor Surfacing Unit. “Success starts with people, and Pro-Techs has established itself as a trusted partner to playground surfacing stakeholders, sharing Ecore’s commitment to quality and safety. We are thrilled to welcome them to Ecore as we continue to drive innovation in materials science and surface technology, delivering reliable, high-quality products that benefit communities, schools, and parks nationwide.”

Ecore serves customers in more than 75 countries, designing technologies and solutions for several industries, including rubber reclamation services, rubber materials, commercial and performance flooring, play surfacing, industrial components, transportation, and agricultural products. Ecore brands include Ecore Athletic, ECOsurfaces, Centaur, QT Sound Insulation, A-Turf, Surface America, SpectraTurf, Ecore Industrial, Ecore Reclamation, Ecore Materials, itsTRU Technology, and TRUcircularity.