Leggett & Platt sells Solon Specialty Wire

Leggett & Platt Wire Sale Supports Strategic Refocus

Leggett & Platt has completed the sale of Solon Specialty Wire as part of its effort to focus on core operations and streamline its product portfolio.

Sale Details and Strategic Focus

On October 9, the company finalized the sale of Solon Specialty Wire, a division within its Wire Group, to an undisclosed buyer. This move aligns with its strategy to prioritize high-performing business segments. Learn more about the companyโ€™s operations and strategy on the official Leggett & Platt website: https://www.leggett.comย 

Solon Specialty Wire, based in Solon, Ohio, manufactures a range of steel wire and steel wire products for industrial applications. For additional insight into wire manufacturing processes and materials, visit https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wireย 

Leggett & Platt originally acquired the business in 2000 to expand its wire manufacturing capabilities. In 2005, the company strengthened the division by combining it with another operation that produces aluminum wire and related products. This integration expanded its overall product offering before the sale.

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