MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Mueller Industries Inc. announced that it has acquired 100 percent of the outstanding stock of Westermeyer Industries Inc., headquartered in Bluffs, Ill., for approximately $11.5 million in cash.

Mueller Industries is a manufacturer of plumbing, HVACR, and industrial/OEM products. Westermeyer designs, manufactures, and distributes commercial components and accessories for the air conditioning and refrigeration markets. Mueller said the acquisition of Westermeyer complements the company’s existing HVACR business.

For more information on Mueller Industries, visit www.muellerindustries.com. For more information on Westermeyer Industries, visit www.westermeyerind.com.

Publication date: 11/19/2012