April 19, 2016—Industrial Finishes & Systems Inc. announced Monday the acquisition of California-based Sunrise Automotive Paint, strengthening the company’s reach in the Northern California region.

Sunrise Automotive Paint will continue to operate under its current name with plans to transition to the Industrial Finishes name in the next 60-90 days. 

Industrial Finishes & Systems has also hired George Szuh, previously at AkzoNobel, as a Regional Sales Manager in northern California.

“We’re very excited to add Sunrise Automotive Paints to our family. This acquisition adds to our commitment in Northern California, and the highly-experienced employees in Rancho Cordova have the same work ethic and customer focus as our other Industrial Finishes locations. We have also added additional leadership and sales experience to the market with the addition George Szuh.” Peter DeLuca, Industrial Finishes & Systems Automotive general manager, said.