Cometic Gasket, the provider of gaskets and engine sealing solutions, has announced the acquisition of Klotz Synthetic Lubricants, according to published reports.

Klotz Synthetic Lubricants was founded in 1959 by John C. Klotz Jr. in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The company specializes in racing, high-performance, and traditional lubricants, and markets include automotive, karting, marine, motorcycle, and RC categories.

As part of the acquisition, Brad Kruckenberg has been appointed as the new president for Klotz Synthetic Lubrication. At the same time, company founder Klotz will continue in a leadership role as Chairman Emeritus. 

The business will continue to engineer, formulate, and package its purpose-built lubricants out of its Fort Wayne headquarters. 

For more information, visit cometic.com and klotzlube.com.