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Allstar Supply, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years in Business.

George Fuller Tape Div. of Allstar Supply, Inc. Announces New Office Opening.

Allstar Supply, Inc. announces the purchase of the George Fuller Tape Company.

Press Release
August 1, 2011

Allstar Supply, Inc. Celebrates 20 Years in Business

New Hartford, CT — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford, CT, Sudbury, MA and Rochester, NY is celebrating 20 years in business. Allstar Supply was opened in Collinsville, CT on August 1, 1991 by Thomas Zotter.

"We're thankful to our customers, suppliers and employees who have been with us through these many years in business. We never forget the loyalty of the people who team with us as we bring the finest packaging and industrial supplies to customers all over the world!" said Tom Zotter on the anniversary.

Employees were treated to a weekend trip to Foxwoods Casino in Ledyard, CT, including dinner and a party at the casino's High Rollers Club. "I'm so happy we have continued to grow, even through these challenging economic times, but I'm most grateful for our employees who have become family to me and each other," remarked Tom.

Allstar Supply, Inc. is a leading supplier of packaging and industrial supplies located at 8 Wickett Street, New Hartford, CT, Sudbury, MA and Rochester, NY. For further information, please see our web sites at www.allstarsupply.com , www.lessstrechwrap.com, www.boatshrink.com or www.georgefullertape.com.

Press Release
April 16, 2010

Allstar Supply, Inc. Announces First Quarter Sales
Up Nearly 40%

New Hartford, CT, Sudbury, MA and Rochester, NY — Allstar Supply, Inc. saw its first quarter 2010 sales rise by 38.2% over 2009. All three locations, New Hartford, CT, Sudbury, MA and Rochester, NY reported increases in sales with the largest increase in the newest location in Rochester.

According to Tom Zotter, President of Allstar, "We have been pleasantly surprised by these sales increases, especially in these economic times. We have lost some sales due to plant closings and the slowdown in manufacturing but this has been more than offset by new customers. In fact, sales for the first half of April are up over 85% from last year." according to Mr. Zotter.

"We've added some great customers lately such as Disney, Goodyear as well as Pepsi Bottlers. We are even looking at adding staff, something that is very unusual in these economic times." said National Sales Manager Chris Holmes. "Showing customers how they can reduce costs by using less stretch wrap film has been a win-win situation for our customers and for Allstar."

Allstar Supply, Inc. is a leading supplier of packaging and industrial supplies located at 8 Wickett Street in New Hartford, CT. The company specializes in industrial packaging products such as stretch wrap and shrink wrap film, tape, plastic bags, strapping and staples. For further information, please see our websites at www.allstarsupply.com, www.georgefullertape.com, www.lessstretchwrap.com or www.boatshrink.com.

Press Release
October 19, 2009

Allstar Supply, Inc. Opens New Offices in Rochester, NY

New Hartford, CT (PRWEB) — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford, CT and Sudbury, MA has announced the opening of its newest location in Rochester, NY. Allstar Supply, Inc. is an international distributor of packaging products such as stretch wrap, shrink wrap, tape, staples, strapping and poly bags.

"Although we have supplied customers in New York for nearly 20 years, this new office will allow us to better serve existing customers as well as expand in the upstate New York marketplace. The Rochester area has not been well served recently and we hope to give the Rochester area world class packaging distribution." Said Tom Zotter, President of Allstar Supply, Inc.

The New York office will be run by Paul McCarthy. Paul has been in the packaging business for 30 years. He is an expert in stretch wrap, shrink wrap and machinery. "I look forward to this opportunity and to participating in the continued growth of Allstar Supply, Inc.," said Paul. "This is an opportunity to bring my life long expertise to my home town as well as the entire upstate region."

Allstar Supply, Inc. is a leading supplier of packaging and industrial supplies located at 8 Wickett Street New Hartford, CT, Sudbury, MA and Rochester, NY. For further information, please see our web sites at www.allstarsupply.com , www.lessstrechwrap.com, www.boatshrink.com or www.georgefullertape.com.

Press Release
January 21, 2009

Chris Holmes Appointed National Sales Manager For Allstar Supply, Inc.

New Hartford, CT (PRWEB) — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford has announced the appointment of Chris Holmes as National Sales Manager. Allstar Supply, Inc. is an international distributor of packaging products such as stretch wrap, shrink wrap, tape, staples, strapping and poly bags.

"Although having more of a background in the printing industry, Chris brings with him over 30 years of sales experience. He is an excellent salesman and his leadership skill set should be a great asset to our sales staff," said Tom Zotter, President of Allstar Supply, Inc.

"I look forward to this opportunity and to participating in the continued growth of this fine company," said Mr. Holmes. "I will work towards a continuation of the fast paced growth of Allstar as well as the introduction of new products and services."

Allstar Supply, Inc. is a leading supplier of packaging and industrial supplies located at 8 Wickett Street, New Hartford, CT, Sudbury, MA. and Rochester, NY. For further information, please see our web sites at www.allstarsupply.com , www.boatshrink.com or www.georgefullertape.com.

Press Release
March 24, 2008

Allstar Supply, Inc. Announces Trademark Approval

New Hartford, CT — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford has announced approval of its trademark by the US Patent and Trademark Office. Allstar Supply, Inc. is a national distributor of packaging products such as stretch wrap, shrink wrap, tape, staples, strapping and poly bags.

Although the trademark, a star in a Capital A, with an additional star forming the center of the second letter a in Allstar Supply, Inc., has been in use since 1991, this moves the mark to a registered trademark with the patent office. "This protects our long recognized mark from use by others in our industry," said Tom Zotter, President of Allstar Supply, Inc.

"Since our mark has become a recognized part of our websites, literature, as well as our branded products, this protection provides a welcome security against others who would attempt to benefit from Allstar's name recognition," said Mr. Zotter.

Allstar Supply, Inc. is a leading supplier of packaging and industrial supplies located at 8 Wickett Street New Hartford, CT and 75 Union Ave Sudbury, MA. For further information, please see our web sites at www.allstarsupply.com or www.boatshrink.com.

Press Release
October 16, 2007

Allstar Supply, Inc. Signs New Lease Doubling Office Space

New Hartford, CT — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford has announced the signing of a new lease with Damiro Realty doubling the office space in their Connecticut Location. Allstar Supply, Inc. is a national distributor of packaging products such as stretch wrap, shrink wrap, tape, staples, strapping and poly bags.

According to Jessica Loch, Office Manager of Allstar Supply, Inc., "The doubling of the office space should provide more room for continued growth as well as increasing the comfort of our existing staff." "Our staff has increased by 30% without an increase in space, so these new offices should be welcomed by our loyal employees," said Loch.

At the same time, Allstar Supply, Inc. has increased its warehouse space by nearly 5000 square feet. This increased warehouse space mainly serves Allstar's new website www.boatshrink.com as well as their main website www.allstarsupply.com . "Boatshrink.com sales have caused an increased demand on our existing warehouse space, so the new warehouse space as well as an increase in warehouse staff has certainly helped," said Jay Dennis, Warehouse Manager.

Press Release
November 22, 2006

Allstar Supply, Inc. Goes "Penable"

Sudbury, MA — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford has announced the installation of the latest customer relationship software from Penable Digital Solutions LLC. Penable's technology will allow Allstar's salespeople to gather information from customers more quickly and effectively. This information can then be generated into quotations, orders and reports from remote locations. Time and effort will be saved by allowing quote generation and order placement without returning to a local sales office.

Using Logitech digital pens, Penable's software allows for the capture of information which can be automatically downloaded into a database. Allstar Supply, Inc. will be the first company in its industry to use this technology.

According to Tom Zotter, President of Allstar Supply, "Using the Penable technology gives us the latest technology without the awkwardness of using a laptop or tablet computer in front of the customer. This should also lower our travel expenses and give our customers faster service."

"We are very pleased with the progress Allstar is making," said Penable CEO Gregory Sparzo. "We've learned a lot and they are seeing the benefit -- just what we want to see for our customers."

About Allstar:
Allstar Supply, Inc. is a leading supplier of packaging and industrial supplies located at 8 Wickett Street, New Hartford, CT. and 75 Union Ave, Sudbury, MA. The company specializes in industrial packaging products such as stretch wrap and shrink wrap film, tape, plastic bags, strapping and staples. For further information, please see our websites at www.allstarsupply.com, www.georgefullertape.com or www.boatshrink.com.

About Penable
Penable Digital Solutions is a pioneering provider of real world business solutions that improve the customer-seller interface, reduce costs, improve accountability and improve sales force performance. Headquartered in Cheshire, Connecticut, Penable serves organizations with sales forces from 5 to 50,000. (www.penable.net)

Press Release
March 24, 2006

George Fuller Tape Div. of Allstar Supply, Inc. Announces New Office Opening

Sudbury, MA — Allstar Supply, Inc. and The George Fuller Tape Company have announced the opening of new offices in Sudbury, MA at 75 Union Avenue. Allstar Supply, Inc. acquired The George Fuller Tape Company in November of 2005.

According to Tom Zotter, President of Allstar, "These new offices will allow expansion for the future growth of our George Fuller Division. We look to expand operations in the Boston-Worcester Area 100% in the next two years."

Press Release
October 27, 2005

Allstar Supply, Inc. Announces The Purchase of the George Fuller Tape Company

New Hartford, CT — Allstar Supply, Inc. of New Hartford, CT has announced the purchase of The George Fuller Tape Company of Sudbury, MA for an undisclosed amount. Allstar Supply, Inc. established in 1991 and The George Fuller Tape Company Established in 1983 are both distributors of packaging products and industrial supplies.

According to Tom Zotter, President of Allstar Supply, this union should provide an increased presence for the company in the Boston-Worcester area as well as broadening existing business in the area.

"Although we sell product worldwide, many of our sales are local and the addition of this well-respected, time honored distributor should add to our ability to service the Massachusetts market. In addition, we can now offer additional products to existing George Fuller customers through our broad product line of packaging, safety and janitorial products."

Most customers will see little change as both names will be maintained and all existing employees will be retained. Both companies will maintain their existing offices and warehouses, but have the ability to feed from one-and-others inventory.

For further information, please see our websites at www.allstarsupply.com or www.boatshrink.com.