Midwest Single Source and Roberts Hutch-Line
WICHITA, Kan. — Midwest Single Source (MSS) and Roberts Hutch-Line on Monday jointly announced a merger that will create the largest locally owned, independent office product business in the State of Kansas.
Midwest Single Source will continue to operate under the MSS brand, with headquarters in Wichita, while Roberts Hutch-Line will maintain its identity in the Hutchinson and other markets while transitioning to the MSS brand over the next 90 days.
The combined company will serve over 5,000 customers, offering office supply items, corporate apparel, custom printing, promotional products, a wide selection of office furniture, janitorial and break room supplies, mailroom solutions, and more.
“This is another milestone in the growth and evolution of MSS; a strong, independent business supply dealer in Kansas for nearly 50 years. We’ve found a perfect merger partner in Roberts Hutch-Line, which like MSS, is a local, independent business which prides itself on offering the highest level of personalized service. Joining forces with another independent dealer enables us to compete in today’s world and continue exceeding customer expectations,” said Kevin Ulwelling, President, MSS.
Mike Lindt, President of Roberts Hutch-Line, said the MSS merger will allow the combined company to leverage strengths, expand the promotional and apparel offerings, while upgrading users with the latest technology and online shopping experience.
“Roberts Hutch-Line has serviced the Hutchinson market for over 100 years providing personal service and the legacy of exceeding customer expectations. This next chapter, joining forces with MSS, combining purchasing power, and upgrading online technology for our customer base makes for an exciting future for our customers, employees, and the local community,” said Lindt.
For more than a combined 170 years, MSS and Roberts Hutch-Line have been meeting the needs of businesspeople with the right products and exceptional service.
The companies offer solutions to businesses, large and small, public and private, that save time and money and provide excellent prices, free next-day delivery, and expert product knowledge on thousands of items for the home and business office.
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