Bishopdale Group, the Manchester-based holding company for industrial lubricant brands — Metalube, Molyslip and United Oil Products — has acquired Vapor-Tek, a corrosion preventative manufacturer.

Since 1967, Vapor-Tek has used its specialist knowledge within a range of industries from oil and gas to vintage vehicles with high-performance corrosion and rust inhibitors that are designed to be clean, quick and simple to use and offer high coverage rates and long-term protection.

Robert Brown, Bishopdale Group managing director, said: “We are excited to welcome Vapor-Tek to the Bishopdale Group — its corrosion preventive products are a great fit within our existing brand portfolio. We pride ourselves on delivering world-leading industrial lubricants to a global market and through innovative, best-practice business techniques, we have been able to grow the Bishopdale Group into the success it is today.”

He added: “We are also delighted to announce that Colin Jones, Vapor-Tek’s managing director, will stay on with the business. He will be a fantastic addition to our team and his wealth of industry knowledge will be invaluable. We look forward to welcoming him to the Bishopdale family.”