DST CONTROLS ACQUIRED BY CKC AUTOMATION

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

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

Contact: NuVescor Group
(616) 379-4047

 

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MIDWEST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT SALES COMPANY (NVC2211)

by | Sep 26, 2022 | Completed, Home Feature, Manufacturing, Sell Side Feature

MIDWEST INDUSTRIAL EQUIPMENT SALES COMPANY

This Company sells and services new and used high-quality industrial woodworking and panel processing machinery to customers in several midwestern states, building a wide and loyal client base over several decades in business. It benefits from a knowledgeable and productive sales staff and strong, long-term relationships with manufacturers of the world’s finest machinery in its industry. Demand for its products is strong and growing. With a large base of established customers and a solid reputation, the Company is poised for growth. The owner is willing to assist new owners through a transition period of up to one year.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Sales capacity – Hiring additional qualified sales personnel could help the Company leverage its broad customer base and quality reputation to increase business.

Growing market – Increasing demand for woodworking and panel processing equipment is led by customers in the kitchen cabinet, furniture, millwork and recreational vehicle industries.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Strong customer base – The Company has built a wide and loyal following of more than 1,000 customers. Its top ten clients have been with the Company for an average of 15 years.

Experienced, capable staff – Outstanding sales, service and technical support are provided by employees with average tenure of 20 years.

Supplier relationships – The Company represents some of the world’s finest manufacturers of woodworking and panel processing machinery, with whom it shares solid relationships. Its top five suppliers of equipment and parts have partnered with the Company for an average of 23 years.

2021 Revenue: $5,600,000
2021 EBITDA: $650,000

Contact: NuVescor Group
(616) 379-4047

 

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MIDWEST WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM MANUFACTURER (NVC2224)

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Completed, Home Feature, Manufacturing, Sell Side Feature

MIDWEST WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM MANUFACTURER

(TRANSACTION CLOSED SEPT 2022)

This Midwest Company manufactures cost-effective, eco-friendly water treatment systems to control hard-water scale and corrosion for residential, commercial and industrial customers. Its proven technology, developed over decades in business, has been used in over half a million successful installations across the U.S. and world. It can be adapted for use with any size system, and the Company provides the engineering know-how for custom projects. Through its longevity in the market, customer service and time-tested technology, the Company has generated strong customer loyalty. With high profit margins and a history of increasing sales, the Company offers a valuable opportunity for new owners with a focus on marketing and advertising.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Unused capacity – The Company’s facility could accommodate an estimated four times the current sales volume.  

Boost sales efforts – The current owner juggles multiple duties, including sales and marketing, only scratching the surface of potential sales. Focusing more resources on connecting with new customers could boost business.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Profitable business – The Company currently generates substantial profit margins. 

Top technology – Its unique water conditioners outperform all competitors in physical water treatment. 

Adaptability – The Company’s technology can be tailored to any size system in residential, commercial and industrial settings. 

Established distribution – Sales are nearly all through a broad dealer network, some with 30 years of experience selling the Company’s products. Its top 5 dealers/distributors have been on board for an average of 7 years. 

2021 Revenue: $ 2,450,000
2021 EBITDA: $ 1,400,000

 

 

INDEPENDENT GLOBAL DISTRIBUTOR OF PUMPING SOLUTIONS

by | Sep 13, 2021 | Completed, Manufacturing

INDEPENDENT GLOBAL DISTRIBUTOR OF PUMPING SOLUTIONS

For more than 30 years, this Midwest Company has provided OEM pump products and solutions online for various commercial and industrial equipment industries around the world. As an early entrant into internet marketing, the Company captured several strategic domain names that lead customers directly to its landing pages where unsolicited business flows in. The yearly influx of new customers has traditionally provided for a recurring, highly diverse customer base. The Company’s constant focus on solving customer problems and high level of service has led to customer loyalty and an excellent reputation in the industry.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Untapped marketing opportunities – Sales have historically been 100% internal without any external
marketing. There are numerous marketing options available that could result in extraordinary sales growth.

Strong online presence – Ownership of its numerous domain names with their continuous influx of traffic
and quote volume provides an enormous opportunity to capitalize on and convert quotations into orders.

Full sales pipeline – The Company entered 2021 with a backlog of over $2 million in business and is working
on several promising multimillion-dollar opportunities.

Operational capacity – Projected revenue growth is 10% per year for the next five years, which the Company
believes it could manage without adding employees or costs. – Sales have historically been 100% internal without any external marketing. There are numerous marketing options available that could result in extraordinary sales growth.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Ready for transition – The owner has effectively moved himself out of the daily business and is not essential to its continuance. Established leaders and team members are able to support a seamless integration on the buyer’s timeline.
Resilient operation – Despite the damage inflicted by COVID-19 on the global economy, the Company stayed focused on customer relationships and value-added solutions to produce strong revenues with increased sales. During 2020 the Company increased booked business by nearly 30% and increased sales by 27%.
Remote workforce – Company employees have always worked remotely, minimizing fixed costs and maintaining a lean and flexible operation.
Global reach – The Company has customers on all seven continents.

2020 Revenue: $ 5,000,000
2020 EBITDA: $ 1,150,000

 

Contact: NuVescor Group
(616) 379-4047

 

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AUTOMOTIVE AND AFTERMARKET MANUFACTURER

by | Sep 13, 2021 | Completed, Home Feature, Manufacturing, Sell Side Feature

AUTOMOTIVE AND AFTERMARKET MANUFACTURER

Over many decades providing products and solutions to the automotive and heavy-duty equipment industries, this Company has developed a loyal customer base and impressive market share. It manufactures and sells hundreds of high-quality American-made undercar parts to original equipment and aftermarket companies online and through a wide network of distributors across North America, including major retail chains. The Company’s extensive research, design technology and testing has won it broad-based brand recognition. Nearly all its products are designed and manufactured in-house, and the owners have invested to update equipment, allowing the Company to set and maintain the highest quality standards.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Model changes – New products in its niche are constantly needed as new automotive and heavy-duty models are introduced.

Going global – Expanding sales outside North America could significantly boost revenues.

E-commerce – The continuing trend toward online retailing further extends this Company’s reach.

Sales pipeline – The Company has opportunities to expand its customer base beyond the current impressive list.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Customer loyalty – The Company has earned broad-based brand recognition, a loyal customer base and an impressive share of its market. 

Product line diversity – The Company offers a long list of products in its market niche. 

Assured quality – An estimated 90% of its products are designed and manufactured in-house. 

Built-in efficiencies – The Company has established standardized templates and specifications to facilitate speed, quoting and accurate production. 

FY 2022 Net Sales Estimate – $8,000,000 

FY 2022 Contribution Margin Estimate – $3,300,000 

Contact: NuVescor Group
(616) 379-4047

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WEST COAST AUTOMATIONS AND CONTROLS COMPANY

by | Aug 27, 2021 | Completed

WEST COAST AUTOMATION AND CONTROLS COMPANY NVC2228

This West Coast Company provides an array of industrial monitoring and control systems, related engineering services, and custom electrical assemblies to diverse local and global customers. The Company serves end-users and OEMs from fledgling tech start-ups to multibillion-dollar manufacturers and public utilities, helping each improve productivity, quality, and profitability. The Company’s well-trained and tenured staff, varied service offerings, and quality reputation built over decades in business have attracted an impressive list of loyal repeat clients and underpin a steady stream of new ones. The Company has remained technologically agile in the booming industrial automation industry, allowing it to invent immediately needed and wanted new products, serve its customers with current engineering best practices and technologies, and exploit opportunities that less savvy competitors miss.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Booming industry – Automation services in the U.S are expected to grow 7.2% annually over the next five
years.

Cross-selling – Providing a wide variety of monitoring and control services generates consistent opportunities
to make multiple product and services offers to each customer.

Expansion potential – There is a significant opportunity to create a nationwide network of automation
offices, expanding the Company’s service territory and reach.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Wealth of experience – The Company has thousands of installed monitoring and control systems worldwide.

Multiple capabilities – Many competitors are specialists only in a particular market and so sometimes fail to see and exploit opportunities in other existing or new markets.

High quality – Clients find the Company’s products and services superior, overcoming potential price differences.

Client retention – Its number one customer has been with the Company for more than thirty years with many others having been on board for more than 20 years.

 

2020 

2021 

2022 

Revenue 

$8,600,000 

$9,600,000 

$8,500,000 

EBITDA 

$740,000 

$810,000 

$340,000 

Contact: NuVescor Group
(616) 379-4047

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