PolyOne Corporation announced the acquisition of Gordon Composites on July 27, 2016.

Established in 1953 and with operations in Montrose, Colorado, Gordon Composites and its trademark Gordon Glass provide composite technology to create bow limbs for the archery industry. PolyOne Corporation are a global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions. Both companies are based in the U.S.

Mike Gordon, Chairman and President of Gordon Holdings, Inc., said, “I believe we’ve always produced an exceptional, unique product for archery enthusiasts. There is a responsibility placed upon us to continually innovate and serve this industry. And now with this powerhouse collaboration with PolyOne, the future of the sport has never looked stronger. For our customers we so proudly serve, it’s business as usual… only better.”

Bob Patterson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, PolyOne Corporation, said, “In 2015 we dedicated a team of associates to serve the outdoor sporting industry, and Gordon Composites is a perfect addition to the team. We look forward to leveraging Gordon’s deep knowledge of the archery industry and PolyOne’s breadth of polymer solutions and development capabilities to accelerate innovation for our customers.”