APPLIED Adhesives Acquires LJD Packaging
MINNETONKA, Minn., [March 5, 2026] – APPLIED Adhesives, a premier custom adhesive solutions provider, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of LJD Packaging, an East Coast distributor of adhesives and equipment with a focus on packaging, printing, labeling, and product assembly.
Based in Malvern, PA, LJD Packaging is known for its expertise in packaging adhesives, technical service and relentless customer focus. The acquisition further strengthens APPLIED Adhesives’ ability to deliver comprehensive solutions and responsive service to customers nationwide.
“We are excited to welcome LJD Packaging customers to APPLIED Adhesives,” said John Feriancek, President and CEO of APPLIED Adhesives. “LJD has built a strong reputation for quality and outstanding service, and we are pleased to continue to provide the personalized service customers value.”
“For 25 years, LJD Packaging has focused on exceeding our customers’ needs and we are proud of the relationships we’ve built over the years,” said Joe Fischer, President of LJD Packaging. “The acquisition by APPLIED Adhesives provides customers with access to expanded resources, solutions, and support.”
About APPLIED Adhesives
APPLIED Adhesives, founded in 1971, is a premier custom adhesive solutions provider. Our experts source the adhesives, equipment, and parts you need while providing maintenance services that help you run at optimum efficiency. APPLIED offers customized solutions with a cost-in-use approach that saves you time and money. For more information, please visit appliedadhesives.com.
About LJD Packaging
With over 25 years’ experience in the industrial adhesives, packaging, and printing industry, LJD Packaging has the resources, knowledge and expertise to provide customers with the best solutions for all their industrial applications.
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