Hi-Tech Acquires Iforce Nutrition! Everything you need to know!

[Cheftepesh]

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Thoughts?

[VaughnTrue]

[Rob1882]

Meh

Will hemavo2 finally make it's way onto bodybuilding.com... gawd slackers!

[MrMakAttack]

Don't think much will change. I believe Hi-tech already mfrs IFN products for them...

[VaughnTrue]

Meh

Will hemavo2 finally make it's way onto bodybuilding.com... gawd slackers!

Bruh. I'm dying over here. This whole process is killing me!

Don't think much will change. I believe Hi-tech already mfrs IFN products for them...

From what I currently know, nothing at IFN will change in regards to our business. Dave(who started the company) is still heavily involved and his role will not change. Our sales team will not change, and my position will not change.

The only things that will change are better formulas for IFN products are our raw materials and manufacturing costs have now been lowered, and better prices to the consumer. This is a win win for everyone.

[MrMakAttack]

As long as IFN doesn't change Maxout or Tropinol XP, I'm a happy camper. Maxout has become my go to PWO. Love it.

[Headway]

Don't expect much to change personally, but great to see Hitech doing some major acquisitions!

[johnny4125]

As long as IFN doesn't change Maxout or Tropinol XP, I'm a happy camper. Maxout has become my go to PWO. Love it.

Me too! repped! :-)

[robert5891]

in for dmaa powered hemavol!!!

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[MrMakAttack]

but great to see Hitech doing some major acquisitions!

Meh...don't necessarily agree with you there. Hi-tech already mfrs for lots of companies....now they are buying some of those companies. Would much rather see more companies pop up to compete with Hi-tech than see hi-tech get even bigger.

Me too! repped! :-)

You have good taste bro

[Headway]

Meh...don't necessarily agree with you there. Hi-tech already mfrs for lots of companies....now they are buying some of those companies. Would much rather see more companies pop up to compete with Hi-tech than see hi-tech get even bigger.



You have good taste bro

HiTech is my parent company, I'm happy about it and think these are good acquisitions for the growth of HiTech

[PricePlow]

in for dmaa powered hemavol!!!

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LOL nobody said that!

But that Maximize and OG Dexaprine... oh man

[NurseGray]

Looking for great things in the future!

[NurseGray]

Most likely very little will change. Other than chain of command. Even in chain of command don't expect much to change. This just means better resources for Iforce.

[MrMakAttack]

HiTech is my parent company, I'm happy about it and think these are good acquisitions for the growth of HiTech

Yea, not necessarily a good thing for consumers in the long run though. May help initially with the manufacturing costs and savings hopefully will be passed down to consumers...but I'm always a supporter of more competition to bring down pricing and bring up quality...

[PricePlow]

Yea, not necessarily a good thing for consumers in the long run though. May help initially with the manufacturing costs and savings hopefully will be passed down to consumers...but I'm always a supporter of more competition to bring down pricing and bring up quality...

My take is this:

- there will ALWAYS be competition in this industry, so I don't think you need to worry about unfair pricing.

- the FDA is likely all up in their business, auditing the hell out of them (I'd only assume). Not seeing many violations out there, I'm personally starting to assume their facilities are squeaky clean.

I don't know the manufacturing end nor have I seen any of their facilities, but there's got to be no way they're not in compliance.

[NurseGray]

Yea, not necessarily a good thing for consumers in the long run though. May help initially with the manufacturing costs and savings hopefully will be passed down to consumers...but I'm always a supporter of more competition to bring down pricing and bring up quality...

There won't be a problem with competition and bringing down price. Wholesale>Stores>Pricing competition. Hi-Tech has a wide list of brands and all are carried at different prices by a huge list of stores and suppliers.

[NurseGray]

My take is this:

- there will ALWAYS be competition in this industry, so I don't think you need to worry about unfair pricing.

- the FDA is likely all up in their business, auditing the hell out of them (I'd only assume). Not seeing many violations out there, I'm personally starting to assume their facilities are squeaky clean.

I don't know the manufacturing end nor have I seen any of their facilities, but there's got to be no way they're not in compliance.

You are spot on! The FDA is involved in our business but that hasn't stopped us from winning in court. Our facilitates are top top top of the line. I would expect no issues involved.

[VaughnTrue]

My take is this:

- there will ALWAYS be competition in this industry, so I don't think you need to worry about unfair pricing.

- the FDA is likely all up in their business, auditing the hell out of them (I'd only assume). Not seeing many violations out there, I'm personally starting to assume their facilities are squeaky clean.

I don't know the manufacturing end nor have I seen any of their facilities, but there's got to be no way they're not in compliance.

If you only knew...


when people complain about Hi-Tech on the forums, this is always my first response. We know the FDA and Hi-Tech are "at odds" on many stances, and as such the FDA is on them like white on rice.

[TheGilmore]

Does this mean I won't need to sell my first born for Protean?

[Rob1882]

If you only knew...


when people complain about Hi-Tech on the forums, this is always my first response. We know the FDA and Hi-Tech are "at odds" on many stances, and as such the FDA is on them like white on rice.

Just need to get it on that good bro approval system and all be fine

Trust is based on bro status duh!

[VaughnTrue]

Does this mean I won't need to sell my first born for Protean?

I have no insight into pricing at any time. It's just not my bag baby.

[NurseGray]

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The Hi-Tech Takeover Continues!

iForce Joins the Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals Brands
iForce officially joins the Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals Brands
Early this morning, a press release made it official: Hi-Tech Pharmaceuticals has acquired iForce Nutrition.[1]

This comes hot on the heels of their recent acquisition of LG Sciences, further demonstrating that Hi-Tech is the most aggressive and quickly-growing supplement company out there.

Expanding Further into Sports Nutrition
Hi-Tech has always been a monster in the diet and weight loss niche, but this move expands their empire deeper into sports nutrition, as iForce is a highly-respected brand with athletes and bodybuilders.

From the press release, Hi-Tech’s CEO stated,

“The combination of these two great companies accelerates Hi-Tech’s Sports Nutrition growth strategy, substantially boosts our Sports Nutrition portfolio and diversifies our business stream,”
— Jared Wheat, Hi-Tech Chairman, President and CEO

What’s New?
iForce Hi-Tech Pharma
This is definitely not going to be a dull acquisition / merger. Take a look at what’s in store below — and that’s just the short-term stuff!
The press release then goes on to discuss Hi-Tech’s new manufacturing capacity, which includes the acquisition of Nittany Pharmaceuticals (OTC and prescription drug manufacturing).

Why mention Nittany? Because RTDs!

HemaVO2 Xtreme RTD
Per the release, the Nittany acquisition “will enhance Hi-Techs’ capabilities in the rapidly growing area of nutritional beverages and energy shots.” It then alludes to a new HemaVO2 Xtreme RTD!

We asked Hi-Tech’s representatives if they’d be willing to share any more with us, and they gave us a doozy:

The original Dexaprine with DMAA!
That’s right – Hi-Tech confirmed that they will be returning the original Dexaprine — as in the one with DMAA! We’re still getting tons of traffic for Dexaprine XR, which is powered by a very strong dose of acacia rigidula extract, but many still want the DMAA (1,3 dimethylamylamine) version back, and they’re going to get it.

Hi-Tech is well-known for their legal battle against the FDA, fighting to sell DMAA, and while that case gets taken into Federal court, they are currently selling the majority (if not all) of the DMAA supplements still on the market.



The original Maximize, also with 1,3
In the same breath, iForce will be able to manufacture the original Maximize pre workout supplement, which also once had 1,3.

Currently, iForce Maximize Intense is still on the market (and is on our Supplement Deals page since it’s at a fantastic price right now), but like Dexaprine XR, this version uses strong acacia rigidula extract.

We are not sure which formula this will be based off of, but a popular one was Maximize V2, whose image is shown below.

More Protean Flavors, Possibly some IsoTean Flavors
iForce has already been teasing a few new Protean flavors, and that will continue to happen. They may also add to the batch if iForce Isotean flavors. Isotean is their pure whey protein isolate powder for lactose intolerant customers and extreme low-carbers.

Both products review fantastically well and have incredibly unique flavor systems:



CUTTING EDGE to come in the Medium Term
The good news is that the product releases above seem like they’ll be happening sooner than later (we have no dates to hazard a guess, but “short term” was stated).

The better news is that medium term, they are going to launch “Quite a few products that are on the ‘cutting-edge'”, per Hi-Tech. Could this be the HemaVO2 Xtreme RTD discussed above, or even more?

The unfortunate news is that we have no additional details, but you can guess that it’s going to be some wild stuff, given the combination of iForce Dave, Vaughn, and Hi-Tech’s capabilities.

And on that note…

What will become of Dave and Vaughn?
iForce was founded in 2006 by Dave Nelson, who will remain on board and will be instrumental in helping to build all brands.

“No more plans but to grow what we have with all the acquisitions.”
— Hi-Tech Pharma

Meanwhile, PricePlow fan favorite, R&D researcher, and discussion forum rep extraordinaire, Vaughn (known as VaughnTrue), will also remain on board. His role may be expanded, as he can now assist with the formulation other brands’ products as well.

It goes further than that, though. Hi-Tech’s representatives have told us that they will use iForce’s California warehouse for some shipping, and can also use their main office to house all of their outside reps and demo reps nearby.

Putting things together
The biggest point for everyone to understand is that this is not an acquisition where a company buys a brand, lays off their employees, and profits from the products already created.

This is the exact opposite!

iForce has a very solid team and infrastructure in California that Hi-Tech will be using for all of their businesses. Meanwhile, iForce can take advantage of Hi-Tech’s new manufacturing capacities and use Hi-Tech’s legal stance on DMAA.

Given the products at hand, this seems like a very sensible match. Each company has something the other wants, and from a consumer’s standpoint, we should only see the improvements.



The Hi-Tech Supplement Empire
So at this point (October 9, 2015), how many supplement companies does Hi-Tech own?!

APS Nutrition, creators of APS Mesomorph, a top-rated pre workout
Formutech Nutrition
ALR Industries
Innovative Labs
LG Sciences
Sports One, and now…
iForce Nutrition

The only question that remains is, “Who’s next?”

But at this time, Hi-Tech stated that there are “No more plans but to grow what we have with all the acquisitions.”

[Gym God]

in for dmaa powered hemavol!!!

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Nice work on these pages.

LOL nobody said that!

But that Maximize and OG Dexaprine... oh man

Just roll with it.

[VaughnTrue]

awwwwwwwwww yea son!

[Daycrawler]

awwwwwwwwww yea son!

How surprised was Jared to find out you weren't actually black? #flashbackfriday

[shockrock3]

Well I use LeCheek as an example of quickly killing off the Genomyx brand....hoping this doesn't happen to Iforce, from the sounds of it no, but I really didn't think Genomyx was going to die a quick death.

[VaughnTrue]

How surprised was Jared to find out you weren't actually black? #flashbackfriday

haha I've met with Jared a few times over the years...everyone knows I'm a bit lighter skinned than was thought circa 2007 haha

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[dazedncnfz]

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