Northstar Tools, Inc. under the leadership of John Salzbrunn, has been a reputable and respected name within the landscape and irrigation markets for many years. A family-owned company, Northstar has a history of innovation and creativity with many of their product lines, still made in this country, which command a loyal following in multiple markets throughout North America.
Midwest Rake Company LLC was founded in 1990 and is a family-owned and operated long-handled tool manufacturer. The company started with one rake and has now added and developed many different tools that serve a broad and diverse group of markets.
Midwest Rake Company LLC, headquartered in Warsaw, Indiana, has purchased Northstar Tools, operating out of Temecula, California. The acquisition was effective December 22, 2008; Northstar Tools will continue all operations at its California location. The brand identity will endure.
