Barjan (Fund I)

During Pfingsten’s ownership, Barjan was a national distributor of automotive, electronic and general merchandise products to the travel center and truck stop markets. Products included CB radios, radar detectors, reflectors, antennas, air fresheners, gift items and health and beauty aids. The company sold its products to national and regional travel center operators in the United States and Canada. The company was headquartered in Rock Island, Illinois, and had additional facilities in Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Nevada.

Acquisitions

• Fifth Wheel, Inc. – Garland, TX
• United States Trucking Supplies – Louisville, KY
• Diesel Eagle – Williamsburg, OH
• Kevin Blades Marketing – Toronto, ON
• Mardo Distributors, Ltd. – Vancouver, BC