Harris American Company, a US-based subsidiary of Avis Industrial Corporation, announced on April 9, 2026 that it has completed the acquisition of G.P.S. S.r.l., the Ferrara, Italy-based developer of scrap-processing equipment. The transaction broadens Harris American’s product portfolio and strengthens its engineering resources for global markets.
Expanded product portfolio and partnerships
G.P.S., founded in 2013 by Marco Garuti, is recognized for innovative design and high-throughput performance in ferrous and non-ferrous scrap applications. Its lineup includes the M Generation balers, Predator baler/loggers, and Destroyer shear/baler/loggers, with configurations designed for both stationary installations and mobile deployments.
Harris American and G.P.S. have collaborated since 2021, installing Predator and Destroyer systems across the United States and completing numerous machines for scrap-processing operations. The partnership has helped establish North American presence for these advanced systems.
Leader quotes on the transaction
DJ VanDeusen, president of Harris American, commented: “We are thrilled to take the partnership we have formed with G.P.S. over the past 5 years to another level through the acquisition announced today. The transaction represents a significant milestone in our strategic goal to further enhance our product offerings and accelerate our global growth while also providing the necessary resources for the expansion of the innovative product designs that G.P.S. brings to the marketplace.”
Marco Garuti, founder and owner of G.P.S., added: “The acquisition by Harris American was a natural progression of the long-standing relationship between Harris American and G.P.S. I am excited about this strategic move, which represents a crucial step in the growth and international expansion of both companies.”
The leadership teams describe the deal as a milestone that will broaden resource access, accelerate product development, and extend service coverage across markets. While specifics on timeline and integration plans remain private, officials emphasize continued collaboration to deliver enhanced solutions for scrap processors.
About the companies
- Harris American Company: US-based subsidiary of Avis Industrial Corporation; expanding its product portfolio and global reach through the GPS acquisition.
- G.P.S. S.r.l.: Ferrara, Italy-based designer and manufacturer of ferrous and non-ferrous scrap-processing machinery; founded in 2013 by Marco Garuti.
