Imperial Brady Enters an Agreement to Acquire Mansfield Paper Company
Jersey City, NJ and Springfield, MA – November 12, 2026 – Imperial Brady, a leading distributor of food service packaging, janitorial supplies and industrial packaging, announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Mansfield Paper Company (“Mansfield”). Financial terms of the private transaction were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2026.
Founded in 1946 by brothers Irving and Morton Shapiro, Mansfield Paper Company has served businesses throughout New England for 80 years. Headquartered in West Springfield, Massachusetts, the family-owned company has built a strong reputation for dependable service, long-lasting customer relationships, and local expertise. Upon completion of the transaction, Mansfield customers are expected to benefit from access to Imperial Brady’s broader portfolio of products, solutions, and resources.
“Mansfield has established an impressive reputation over eight decades, known for dependable service and deep local expertise,” said Jason Tillis, CEO of Imperial Brady. “We have tremendous respect for the business the Shapiro family has built and are excited about the opportunity to carry that legacy forward as part of Imperial Brady.”
“For 80 years, Mansfield has been built on a simple principle: take care of the customer, and everything else follows,” said Michael Shapiro, Owner of Mansfield Paper Company. “Our family has taken great pride in serving businesses across New England and building lasting relationships along the way. As we look to the future, we believe Imperial Brady is the right partner for the next chapter of our business, opening the door to new opportunities for our customers.”
About Imperial Brady
Imperial Brady is a leading North American distributor and solutions provider for cleaning and facility care, foodservice, and packaging. With more than 13,000 employees and a broad supply chain network, the company delivers national scale with local expertise. Built on strong customer relationships and deep industry knowledge, Imperial Brady goes beyond distribution. It delivers Supplies + Support, bringing expertise, service, and a commitment to making every customer touchpoint a plus.
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