Motion Industries acquires Sunset Industrial’s operating assets in California

Motion Industries, Inc., a leading distributor of maintenance, repair, and operation replacement parts, announced it has acquired the net operating assets of Sunset Industrial, a Cerritos, California-based industrial distributor. The transaction closed with an effective date of November 1, 2025.

Founded in 1979, Sunset Industrial distributes power transmission components and industrial lubrication solutions while offering services including make-to-order parts, repairs, inventory management, safety training, and local delivery.

James Stratmann, Chairman of Sunset Industrial, stated, “Both companies are customer-focused, quality-driven, and serve many of the same industries, so we expect a highly smooth transition for our customers and employees. This integration will drive new and expanded opportunities.”

James Howe, President of Motion Industries, added, “The addition of Sunset aligns with Motion’s growth strategy while increasing value to local customers. We look forward to welcoming the talented Sunset team and further increasing our market leadership in Southern California.”

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