MICHIGAN-BASED MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER

by | Mar 19, 2018 | Completed, Manufacturing

MICHIGAN-BASED BULK MATERIAL HANDLING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER

This nearly 30-year-old company manufacturers material handling equipment used in many industries with customers globally. They provide smart solutions for filling, weighing, conveying, unloading, mixing, dumping, sorting, and custom applications.  Their customers include OEM’s, system integrators, process engineering firms, and many other end use customers. Superior customer service, engineering product innovations, and building smart systems for companies to operate more efficiently, has allowed the Company to increase market share. The large variety of industries, markets, and customers they currently serve provide solid growth opportunities, and they have many more areas to expand into using their excellent reputation as a foundation.

With the owner approaching retirement and prepared to sell, this Company presents an opportunity to acquire a healthy and growing Company, to operate independently or merge with a buyer’s existing equipment design and build operation.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Facility Capacity – The Company operates from a modern plant built to house this Company’s manufacturing and office operations, a plant that has space for 30 percent expansion in manufacturing and sales.

Excellent Local Economy – The Company is located in one of the Midwest’s economically healthiest regions, a region that hosts a diverse range of manufacturing markets.

Market Potential – The Company is positioned to grow through advanced design innovation to meet new customer and changing manufacturing needs as well as by expanding sales in currently underserved regions.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Customer Loyalty – An emphasis on service, reliability and honesty, along with deliberate, accurate manufacturing processes, has generated a strong positive reputation and high levels of customer loyalty.

Diverse Customer Base – The Company has a strong presence serving a diverse range of manufacturing market segments across the country, providing protection from economic cycles in individual industries or geographic regions.

2017 Revenue: $5,162,000

2017 Adjusted EBITDA: $477,500

 

DESIGN AND MANUFACTURER OF AUTOMATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS (NVC2148)

by | Mar 14, 2018 | Completed, Manufacturing

DESIGN AND MANUFACTURER OF AUTOMATION AND CONTROL SYSTEMS
This Midwest-based company specializes in taking control or automation concepts and producing completed products including software packages, electrical schematics, full parts lists and a final electrical assembly for any industrial application. The Company has a team of highly-skilled engineers who can develop custom solutions for a variety of customers in almost any industry. The founder has a team in place that allows him to step away from the day-to-day activities of the Company. The Company has benefited from low overhead and high profit margins, as well as repeat business from loyal customers. As the demand for more computer-controlled systems and automation increases, the Company is well-poised for growth. Over the years, the Company has built a strong relationship with many of its customers which can be leveraged for additional future projects.
GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES
Demand Across Industries – The industrial automation industry is seeing remarkable growth as manufacturing in the United States grows and also seeks cost-saving automated manufacturing processes in multiple industrial sectors.

Room for Growth – The current facilities are available for lease and have capacity for significant sales growth.

Expanded Marketing – The Company currently has no marketing strategy, with 100 percent of business generated through word of mouth. Outside sales efforts to current and possible new customers has the potential to double sales, particularly to businesses across North America outside the Midwest market.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS
Full-Service Approach – This Company offers multiple ways to engage with customers – working with a manufacturer, alongside a mechanical engineering company or by being an invisible partner to customer companies that need a behind-the-scenes, complete line of service.

Broad Customer Base – The Company works in multiple industrial sectors, helping it avoid manufacturing cycles and economic shifts that have hurt similar companies tied to one industry.

Transaction Closed

March 2018

3 Year Average Revenue: $4,310,000
3 Year Average Adjusted EBITDA: $1,042,000

YTD as of 8/31/17 Revenue: $3,420,000
YTD as of 8/31/17 Adjusted EBITDA: $1,124,000

MIDWEST-BASED PLASTIC COMPONENT FINISHING COMPANY

by | Jan 18, 2018 | Completed, Manufacturing

MIDWEST-BASED PLASTIC COMPONENT FINISHING COMPANY

This well-connected Company provides a full range of quality product finishing services to the automotive and transportation markets. It has experienced, expert employees who work with the latest technology and top vendors in the industry to provide multiple finishing solutions on a wide variety of customer substrate materials. This Company is experiencing rapid growth and already has committed orders for the next several years. To support this growth, additional capital investment will be required. The current owner is looking for a minority ownership investor to help fund the growth now with an option to acquire the majority of the business in the future. The global finishing industry is seeing sustained growth, providing an opportunity to partner with a high-quality, profitable and growing enterprise. The current owner is active in the business and would like to remain involved for the next five years.

GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES

Additional Equipment – The current owners are interested in partnering with an investor to procure additional equipment needed to support growth in 2017 and 2018 that the Company has been awarded. The Company’s 2018 launch schedule will require additional machines and potentially a facility expansion.

Provide Management Support – The Company has been awarded projects that will increase annual sales to $20M+ within the next 12 to 18 months. An investment partner who can provide depth in CFO and/or COO activities would strengthen the Company’s foundation for its upcoming growth.

INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

Wide Spectrum of Capabilities – The Company’s facility and processes allow it to provide many different kinds of product finishing. Other companies in the industry often have less diverse in-house offerings.

Advanced Machinery – The Company has invested heavily in automated production lines and robotic equipment, including a newer finishing line which sets the Company apart from its competitors.

Integrated Operations – In addition to coating and finishing, the Company also offers in-house injection molding and assembly services. This expanded service offering saves its customers cost and hassle by allowing them to deal with one supplier with multiple capabilities.

2016 Revenue: $13,900,000

2016 Adjusted EBITDA: $1,800,000

MARINE EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER

by | Dec 14, 2017 | Completed, Manufacturing

MARINE EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER

This Midwest-based Company specializes in the development and manufacture of high precision casted and machined parts for the marine industry. Renowned for its experienced team and leading edge engineering, the company has developed a proprietary line of branded marine products. The Company’s state-of-the-art equipment produces tight tolerance metal components, which has established the standard of quality and performance in their market. Decades of experience, along with the vision and dedication of the management team have continued to position the Company for future growth. Total revenue for the Company is less than $20 million, and management projects continued and increasing profitability in the future. Aftermarket sales are a substantial driver of company profitability.

Transaction Closed

March 2017