Business for sale OPPORTUNITY
The sale of the business represents a unique opportunity to become the sole seller and distributor of "Sodablast Systems" for the Asia pacific region. The business has grown exponentially since its inception in 2005 and is extremely lucrative. New exciting products are also in the pipeline and should be available soon. Ideal for an existing business in this industry seeking to incorporate and leverage Sodablast's performance and reputation or a motivated person ready to operate and grow this outstanding business. Act now; opportunities like this are extremely rare.
WHAT IS SODABLAST?
Sodablast is a revolutionary cleaning process that is quick, efficient, cost effective and can be used in a wide range of applications without harming the environment. Sodablast Systems was developed 60 years ago and was most notoriously used to clean the Statue of Liberty in New York City in 1972. Sodablast can be applied in various industries with great success such as marine hull preparation, civil works, engineering, building renovation and maintenance, and in the automotive industry.
OPERATIONAL
The business is the sole seller and distributor of Sodablast Systems in the Asia Pacific region and focuses on spreading the brand name and selling its associated equipment & training to interested operators.
The business does not actually service clients; it mainly concentrates on finding operators willing to buy the equipment and become Sodablast operators. The business also sells a large range of blasting equipment to complement existing businesses (e.g. engineering companies, panel beaters, etc).
LOCATION
The business currently operates from leased premises in Ormeau, on the Gold Coast-Brisbane Corridor. Relocation possible.
FINANCIAL DETAILS
Sales Revenue (approx)
$1.75 million per annum
(2008/2009 figures for 3 quarters)
$2.15 million per annum
Gross Profit (approx)
$1.07 million per annum
PEBITA (approx)
$440,000 per annum
GENERAL DETAILS
Years established
37 years ago in the USA
4 years since Asia Pacific operation started
Employees (excl owners)
1 administrative staff
1 sales staff
Premises
Flexible short-term lease
(could be operated from anywhere in Australia)
BENEFITS OF SODABLAST
- Versatile (works on many surfaces)
- Fast process
- Non-destructive properties
- Mobile (usable in hard to reach places)
- Cost efficient
- Environmentally friendly (non toxic, biodegradable, little to no use of water)
