ILLINOIS WIRE HARNESS MANUFACTURER ACQUIRED BY STRATEGIC BUYER

by | Dec 18, 2023 | Buy-Side, Completed, Fabricated Metal, Home Feature, Manufacturing

ILLINOIS WIRE HARNESS MANUFACTURER ACQUIRED BY STRATEGIC BUYER

NuVescor has concluded the successful sale of an Illinois based wire harness manufacturer to a strategic buyer.

Travis Ernst, NuVescor’s Managing Director said “This selling process took longer than usual but there were a lot of moving pieces in this deal. It was also a case where both the Buyer and the Seller really wanted to get it right and so we took the time they needed to make sure it worked for everyone involved.” NuVescor represented the buyer in this transaction.

The buyer is a leading manufacturer of standard and custom electronic wire, cable, power supply cords, molded cable assemblies and wiring harnesses. They saw an opportunity to add some significant capabilities to their current offerings and a way to increase their 30MM+ revenues with an accretive acquisition.

The seller saw an opportunity for greater growth opportunities and expanded offerings to their current customer base.

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ILLINOIS PLASTICS MANUFACTURER ACQUIRED BY STRATEGIC BUYER

by | Nov 1, 2023 | Completed, Home Feature, Manufacturing, Plastic Injection Molding, Sell Side Feature

ILLINOIS PLASTICS MANUFACTURER ACQUIRED BY STRATEGIC BUYER

NuVescor Group is pleased to announce the successful sale of an Illinois plastics manufacturer to an established company in the same industry.

The plastics manufacturer which has been purchased is both a contract manufacturer and custom injection-molding company that produces plastic components for longtime, repeat customers in industries including automotive and fitness. The company had revenues of $15MM in 2022.

The strategic buyer offers plastic injection molding, product development, engineering, assembly, tooling management and development, and product development assistance. The buyer saw the value in the extensive customer list as well as the equipment that would provide synergistic growth opportunities. The Company utilizes both electric and hydraulic horizontal presses as well as vertical and rotary platen presses for custom molding and insert molding.

NuVescor Group assisted in the sale of the business, bringing a buyer with a strong fit looking to grow through acquisition.

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MIDWEST METAL FABRICATION COMPANY

by | Oct 18, 2023 | Active, Manufacturing

MIDWEST METAL

FABRICATION COMPANY

This Midwest metal fabrication shop focuses on laser cutting, forming, and welding, along with the design and build of custom products for a niche market. Its customer base is diversified over many industries including automotive, office furniture, automation, outdoor architecture, restaurant furniture, marine, and landscaping. The Company primarily focuses on smaller runs and quick turnarounds but has the ability to
mix in production orders with the many automation innovations it has installed. The Company’s reputation for quality and fast, reliable service has attracted an impressive, loyal customer base. Its skilled, dedicated workforce and broad range of capabilities allow the Company to maintain high-quality standards and operate efficiently.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Modern, spacious building – Recently expanded facility provides plenty of room for growth – as much as twice the current output. Continued increases in volume through the facility will translate quickly into increased cash flow.

Dynamic regional economy – Its service region is full of great companies constantly developing new products that require the Company’s services, and the region continues to attract new manufacturers.

New capabilities – New, state-of-the-art equipment added in 2022 will help build the customer base.

Attraction, retention – In a challenging hiring
environment, the Company has successfully added the next generation of employees to its workforce through employee referrals.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Diverse customers – The Company serves many industries, including automotive, office furniture, automation, outdoor architecture, restaurant furniture, marine, and landscaping.

Automation and wide range of services – Efficiencies provided by the Company’s many automated and simplified/focused operations give it a significant advantage against competitors in all aspects of laser/fabrication work.

Lean, capable team – The owner has built a solid, lean team of employees, many having long-term tenure with the Company.

Premium pricing – Its high-quality work and quick turnarounds allow the Company to charge premium prices for its services.

Resiliency – The Company has succeeded even through the 2008-09 recession and the COVID pandemic – a testament to its strong employee culture and solid customer base

 

2022 Revenue: $12,290,000

2022 EBITDA: $3,350,000

2023 Forecasted Revenue: $12,000,000

2023 Forecasted EBITDA: $4,000,000 

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NuVescor Group

(616) 379-4047 Ext: 106

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DST CONTROLS ACQUIRED BY CKC AUTOMATION

by | Aug 11, 2023 | Completed, Home Feature, Manufacturing, Sell Side Feature

DST CONTROLS MERGES WITH CKC AUTOMATION, ACQUIRED BY DEPATIE FLUID POWER

Two California automation firms merge, DST Controls Inc. and CKC Engineering LLC, which in turn have been purchased by the Michigan-based Depatie Fluid Power Group. DST Controls, based in the San Francisco Bay Area of California, has provided a broad array of automation and industrial controls services to a diverse, global base of customers from multibillion-dollar manufacturers to entrepreneurial startups for nearly 50 years.

CKC Engineering, also with headquarters in the San Francisco Bay Area, provides innovative automated equipment solutions to a variety of clients, from small startups to large manufacturing companies, in and around Silicon Valley and the West Coast.

Depatie Fluid Power, with headquarters in the southwestern Michigan city of Portage, has served the hydraulic and pneumatic power needs of thousands of customers across western Michigan and northern Indiana for more than 60 years.

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GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Growing market – This opportunity presented a way for Depatie Fluid Power to balance its business in the fast-growing market for factory and infrastructure automation, controls and data. Combined, these companies, DST Controls and CKC Engineering offer the full suite of capabilities in automation. Strategically, they share many similarities with Depatie that will allow it to leverage engineering, business systems, sales and support across to build new ideas and create efficiency.

 

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Future investment – The merging of DST Controls and CKC Engineering is an investment in the future and it creates a combined company that can perform in the industry. Buying the California automation firms was a natural progression as Depatie Fluid Power continues to expand beyond its traditional fluid power offerings.

Enhanced customer value – Customers of the combined Company will have a nimble and experienced partner that can support all their automation requirements. Since the acquisition, and to highlight the next chapter in their automation journey, the two companies will merge and be rebranded as CKC Automation.

Employee future – Employees of DST Controls and CKC Engineering will gain additional opportunities for personal growth through new projects, customers and technologies because the development of employee expertise is a cornerstone of the organization

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MIDWEST PLASTIC PRODUCTS AND MOLD MANUFACTURER

by | Feb 17, 2023 | Completed, Manufacturing

MIDWEST PLASTIC PRODUCTS

AND MOLD MANUFACTURER

This 27-year-old Midwest Company manufactures high-quality, plastic injection-molded components and plastic injection molds for original equipment manufacturers and suppliers in a broad variety of industries. Its ability to provide product development and production under one roof has won the Company a loyal, diverse base of customers in its manufacturing-rich home state. A change in management a decade ago has brought new investment in equipment and ISO/IATF quality certifications. With an experienced staff, modern equipment, and broad plastics capabilities, the Company presents opportunities for continued growth. The owners are willing to assist buyers through a reasonable transition period but wish to sell the business to focus on their other business.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Room for Growth – The Company’s facility is operating at about 50% of capacity.

Sales Focus– A recent review of the customer base revealed sales that were not profitable. Those customers have been removed and there is capacity for much higher profitability customers, which is reflected in the 2023 Forecasted EBITDA.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Wide capabilities – The Company offers its customers product development and manufacturing under one roof.

Modern facility – The Company has updated its equipment by adding new electric molding machines, automation and tool room equipment.

Industry certification – With ISO & IATF certifications in place, customers can be confident that products will meet high quality standards.

Experienced, knowledgeable staff – The technical staff has expertise in design, development and production of international quality products. Its top six managers have an average tenure of more than 10 years with the Company.

2021 Revenue: $12,200,000

2021 EBITDA: $50,000

2022 Revenue: $11,200,000

2022 EBITDA: ($153,000)

Forecasted 2023 Revenue: $7,500,000

Forecasted 2023 EBITDA: $750,000

 

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NuVescor Group

(616) 379-4047 Ext: 106

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