Tracked deals
57
57 tracked deals across 2026.
Tracked deals
57
57 tracked deals across 2026.
Buyer mix
Mixed buyer set
55 strategic · 32 pe
Top trend
Volume peaked in 2021
227 tracked deals announced in 2021.
Buyer Snapshot
Illustrative buyers pulled from tracked transactions on this page. This table is capped and intentionally non-exhaustive.
| Buyer | # Deals | Focus | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleanova | 4 | Global manufacturer of industrial filtration systems and ... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| PX3 Partners | 4 | Pan-European private equity firm investing in industrials... | PE |
| Arcline Investment Management | 2 | Growth-oriented private equity firm investing in industri... | PE |
| Fathom Digital Manufacturing | 2 | Precision manufacturing platform providing advanced manuf... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| HBM Holdings | 2 | Privately held industrial conglomerate that acquires and ... | Investor |
| Radial Equity Partners | 2 | Middle-market private equity firm focused on industrial a... | PE |
| AAi (formerly Art Advertising, Inc.) | 1 | Manufactures durable, customized printed specialty labels... | Strategic |
| AAi Labels & Decals | 1 | Manufacturer of custom labels and decals used for safety,... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| Affix Holdings | 1 | Newly formed manufacturing platform bringing together spe... | Strategic |
| Alder | 1 | Nordic investment fund/private equity investor focused on... | PE |
Last 10 years
Supporting Data
Gryphon Investors-backed Vivify Specialty Ingredients acquired AuNutra Industries, a supplier of botanical extracts and specialty nutritional ingredients. The acquisition broadens Vivify’s product portfolio and capabilities in nutraceuticals and supplements while expanding its distribution reach across North America; AuNutra founder Kava Liu remains a significant investor in the combined organization.
Fathom Digital Manufacturing acquired TCS Industries and TCS Electronics, collectively referred to as TCS, expanding its precision manufacturing and electronics integration capabilities for aerospace and defense customers. The Rochester-based businesses add precision machining, fabrication, electronics assembly and two facilities totaling more than 200,000 square feet to Fathom’s platform.
Fathom Digital Manufacturing acquired Precision Grinding & Manufacturing Corporation (PGM), adding precision machining, grinding, lapping, honing, assembly and specialized finishing capabilities. The Rochester-based manufacturer serves aerospace and defense customers from low- and mid-volume production through full-rate production.
Fumex Air Filtration Systems acquired PAT Technology Systems, the Montreal-based company behind the Filtrabox brand, adding compact modular fume extractors to Fumex’s air-filtration portfolio. The combination expands product capabilities and customer reach across North America and Europe, with the companies’ engineering teams planning to collaborate on new filtration products.
Precision Products Group acquired Monadnock Non-Wovens, adding specialty meltblown nonwoven materials and related manufacturing capabilities to its engineered materials portfolio. Monadnock, founded by the Verney family, will continue operating under its existing brand, with James Cree remaining President.
Innovative Refrigeration Systems acquired QuickFreeze, a Fort Wayne-based developer and manufacturer of blast-freezing equipment, from Dan and Bob Tippmann. The acquisition adds QuickFreeze’s patented technologies and team to Innovative’s product and manufacturing capabilities; the transaction is Innovative’s first in partnership with CCMP Growth Advisors.
PowerParts Group acquired Precision Profiles, a Titusville, Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of high-precision turbine airfoils and other components, as well as industrial machining services. The acquisition expands PPG’s turbine-component portfolio into airfoils and supports its strategy to build a platform of turbine component manufacturers.
PrimeSource Brands, a portfolio company of Clearlake Capital Group, has acquired Durst Corporation, which operates as JACLO Industries. The deal expands PrimeSource’s decorative bath and plumbing product offerings through its Dimora Brands platform. Financial terms were not disclosed.
Affix Holdings was formed through the combination of AAi (formerly Art Advertising, Inc.), Guaranteed Labels, and Sticker Ranch, creating a specialty label and identification products platform. The platform serves customers across the United States and expands geographic reach, customer base, and manufacturing capabilities while keeping the individual businesses operating.
Precera Medical acquired Additive Metal Services (AMS), a Port Huron, Michigan-based specialist in metal injection molding and sinter-based additive manufacturing. The acquisition adds AMS’s capabilities and equipment to Precera’s precision machining and automation platform, expanding its manufacturing support for medical-device customers.
MKB Company, an Align Capital Partners-backed environmental control platform, acquired Siltworm, an Indiana-based manufacturer of erosion and sediment control products. The acquisition adds Siltworm’s rolled filter products and technical expertise to MKB’s portfolio and national manufacturing and distribution network; founder Joe Moore will remain with the business as MKB’s vice president of market development.
Midland Industries, a portfolio company of Gemspring Capital, acquired Pegasus Supply Group, LLC, a supplier and value-added provider of industrial and electronic connection products. The acquisition adds complementary products and capabilities—including wire harness and cable assembly, engineering support, and custom cutting and marking—to Midland's offering.
Justrite Safety Group, an Audax Private Equity portfolio company, acquired ServerLIFT from American Pacific Group in a transaction that closed on August 31, 2026. ServerLIFT designs and manufactures specialized lifting equipment for data centers; the acquisition extends Justrite’s safety and compliance product platform into the high-growth data center market.
JK Findings acquired Intercept Silver & Jewelry Care, the master distributor of Intercept Technology anti-corrosion and anti-tarnish products for the silver and jewelry industries. The acquisition expands JK Findings’ portfolio of jewelry findings and finished jewelry with complementary anti-tarnish product lines.
HarperLove, a portfolio company of HBM Holdings, announced the acquisition of the corrugated products business of ChromaScape (formerly known as CEL Chemical). The deal expands HarperLove’s corrugated packaging customer relationships and geographic reach, while strengthening HBM Holdings’ packaging adhesives platform. Terms were not disclosed.
CAI Software acquired LLumin, a purpose-built industrial CMMS provider serving complex mid-market and enterprise manufacturers. The acquisition expands CAI’s manufacturing software platform with real-time condition monitoring, predictive maintenance alerts, automated work orders, and asset lifecycle management, with the combined platform aimed at reducing unplanned downtime and improving machine uptime.
Charger Investment Partners’ portfolio company Wolf-Gordon completed two strategic acquisitions of Andor Willow and Look Walls & Interiors. The deals expand Wolf-Gordon’s interior surfaces platform by adding premium wood wall panels/room dividers and custom/digitally printed wallcovering capabilities.
H2 Equity Partners backed Metals and Additives, then combined it with William Blythe to create an international specialty chemicals platform. The merged platform focuses on regulated and mission-critical applications, with particular strengths in flame retardants and smoke suppressants across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Pursuit Aerospace completed its acquisition of Creasey Castings Limited on August 11, 2026. The U.K.-based sandcasting specialist adds aerospace magnesium and aluminum casting capacity, skilled employees, and complementary technical capabilities to Pursuit’s Sittingbourne operations.
AAi Labels & Decals, a portfolio company of Portrait Capital, acquired Guaranteed Labels, a custom label and technical support provider based in Moody, Alabama. The acquisition expands AAi’s platform production capacity, product offerings, and customer base, and the deal closed on June 30, 2026.
Matrix Adhesives Group, a TruArc Partners portfolio company, acquired IPS Adhesives (IPSA) from the parent company of IPS Corporation. The deal expands Matrix’s branded adhesive portfolio, advanced adhesive technology capabilities (including methyl methacrylate), and international reach via IPSA’s European footprint and distributor network. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
United Envelope has agreed to acquire Love Envelopes, a family-owned specialty envelope manufacturer headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The deal combines United Envelope’s Northeast operations with Love Envelopes’ strong presence in Texas and the Midwest to create a geographically expanded platform. CenterGate Capital is identified as the private equity owner of United Envelope, while Founders Advisors served as Love Envelopes’ exclusive advisor.
Phoenix Lighting, a portfolio company of JMC Capital Partners, completed its acquisition of Rig-A-Lite LLC, a Texas-based manufacturer of industrial and commercial lighting solutions. The transaction closed effective May 14, 2026, with Rig-A-Lite continuing to operate under its existing brand from its Houston facilities.
UFP Packaging, a division of UFP Industries, acquired the operating assets of John Rock, Inc. and Berry Pallets, Inc. to expand its PalletOne pallet manufacturing network into the Northeast and Upper Midwest. The acquisitions add more than $105 million in annual revenue and approximately 375 employees, strengthening UFP’s ability to serve national, multi-region customers.
Pipeline Games announced it has acquired Quality Plush to expand its merchandising offering, add West Coast warehouse capacity, and improve pricing and freight economics for amusement and redemption operators. The deal terms were not disclosed, and the companies said Quality Plush’s existing customer relationship and service model will continue with added resources and expanded offerings.
Altaris-owned Analogic and Leidos agreed to combine Analogic with Leidos’ Security Enterprise Solutions (SES), Ports & Borders, and Industrial Automation businesses, creating a privately held security imaging and detection company under the Analogic brand. Leidos contributed approximately 1,500 employees and retained significant minority ownership; the combination was completed in October 2026.
Welch Packaging Group, a family-owned corrugated packaging manufacturer, announced it has acquired Jamel Containers. The deal is intended to strengthen Welch’s presence and capabilities throughout Tennessee and the Tri-State region, leveraging Jamel’s multi-pass digital printing and design talent.
Luminii, backed by private equity firm The Cambria Group, quietly acquired Alva Lighting, a California maker of indoor and outdoor wall sconces. The transaction appears to be another buy-and-build add-on to Luminii’s growing portfolio of architectural lighting brands.
Apollo Optical Systems, a portfolio company of Pike Street Capital, completed the acquisition of Turning Point Tool, a Rochester, New York tooling and machining company. The deal brings mold design, fabrication, and precision optical production together, creating a more vertically integrated optical manufacturing platform.
Manufacturing Corporation of America (MCA) has acquired TRUKD, a U.S.-based truck bed rack manufacturer. TRUKD will operate within MCA's Metal One Fabrication facility to enable vertically integrated manufacturing, accelerate product development, improve supply-chain resilience, and scale production in support of Made-in-America growth.
Threadlock Precision, an operating network backed by The D. E. Shaw Group, acquired R&S Machining, a St. Louis-based CNC precision machining company. The add-on expands Threadlock’s large-format machining, assembly, and engineering capabilities to grow capacity for its aerospace and defense precision manufacturing network.
Novaria Group, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, has acquired Plasma Ruggedized Solutions (PRS), a provider of high-reliability conformal coatings, parylene coating, potting, and encapsulation for defense, medical and advanced industrial electronics. The deal expands Novaria's advanced surface protection capabilities and strengthens its position serving mission-critical aerospace, defense and industrial end markets.
Invio Automation, a portfolio company of Arsenal Capital Partners, has acquired Calvary Robotics, a Webster, New York-based provider of robotics, advanced automation and material handling systems. The add-on expands Invio's engineering capabilities and manufacturing footprint to better serve high-growth end markets such as medical devices, advanced manufacturing and transportation; terms were not disclosed.
HKW’s portfolio company Electric Equipment Engineering (EEE) has completed a strategic merger with Endpoint Industrial Controls, a Loveland, Colorado–based designer and manufacturer of low-voltage electrical products. The combination expands EEE’s product offering and engineered solutions for end markets including data centers, energy and industrial customers, with Endpoint’s leadership team remaining in place.
The Corsi Group acquired Builders Cabinet, a Chicago-area bath and kitchen cabinetry manufacturer serving local builders and remodelers. Financial terms were not disclosed, and the merger was announced via a statement from Peakstone Group, which served as the financial advisor.
PRO-SET Formulated Resin Systems, LLC (a holding of Iron Path Capital) has acquired Universal Chemicals and Coatings, Inc. (UNICHEM), a family-owned manufacturer of industrial coatings, laminating adhesives and container linings. The deal expands PRO-SET’s formulated coatings and laminating adhesive capabilities as an add-on to its growing resin systems platform; financial terms were not disclosed.
Tide Rock, an unlevered buyout firm, acquired Analog Technologies, a Burnsville, Minnesota-based electronic manufacturing services (EMS) provider. The deal is an add-on to Tide Rock's EMS platform (working alongside portfolio company Pro-Active Engineering) and expands the platform's PCBA, high-performance interconnect and A&D-certified capabilities.
Novopor Advanced Science, a Bain Capital–backed performance chemicals and materials CDMO, has acquired FAR Chemical from CPS Performance Materials Group to expand its U.S. footprint and add capabilities in complex specialty chemistries. The deal integrates FAR Chemical's expertise in custom and hazardous specialty chemical manufacturing—serving electronics, aerospace & defense, and coatings/adhesives end markets—into the Novopor platform.
Polycorp, a portfolio company of Arsenal Capital Partners, has acquired Iron Horse Engineering Company, a pioneer in rail boot and embedded track technologies. The deal expands Polycorp’s rail product portfolio and engineering capabilities to deliver more integrated solutions across light- and heavy-rail applications worldwide.
L Squared Capital Partners’ portfolio company, Kano Laboratories (“Kano”), acquired CAIG Laboratories (“CAIG”), the maker of the DeoxIT brand of electronic deoxidation, contact cleaners, enhancers, protectants, and specialty greases. The deal unites complementary branded consumable chemical products and is intended to expand DeoxIT’s global reach through Kano’s distribution and cross-selling.
McDanel Advanced Materials and Richland Glass, both portfolio companies of Artemis, have completed a strategic merger that combines advanced ceramics, optical technologies (Rayotek) and precision specialty glass into a single materials-science platform. The combined organization will offer expanded engineered-materials and component solutions for mission-critical applications across aerospace, defense, life sciences, semiconductor and diversified industrial markets; financial terms were not disclosed.
Plasticade, a portfolio company of Radial Equity Partners, has acquired Mr. Chain, a longtime manufacturer of crowd-control, safety and barrier solutions. The add-on expands Plasticade's product portfolio in the traffic safety and signage market, enabling broader offerings for construction, municipal and event safety customers.
The Riverside Company acquired Key Polymer, a specialty manufacturer of high-performance adhesives, sealants, and coatings, to expand Seatex. The transaction is positioned as Seatex’s first follow-on acquisition since Riverside acquired Seatex in October 2024, advancing both end-market and geographic reach in the CASE sector.
Control Devices, a portfolio company of HBM Holdings, has acquired Sherwood Valve to expand its compressed gas flow control portfolio and enhance engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The deal adds Sherwood's product lineup and brand (operations in Cleveland, Ohio and the Pittsburgh area) and brings about 75 employees to Control Devices; financial terms were not disclosed.
PPC Flex, sponsored by GTCR, announced the successful acquisition of the United States operations of SÜDPACK. The deal adds SÜDPACK’s Oak Creek, Wisconsin facilities and expands PPC Flex’s capabilities in flexographic printing/conversion and cold seal technology to serve food (including specialty protein) and healthcare packaged goods customers.
Netform, a Torque Capital Group portfolio company, completed a merger with Lavalier Corporation (dba Tapemaster), adding precision CNC milling, turning, grinding and inspection capabilities to its advanced manufacturing platform. The transaction brings Tapemaster's AS9100D-certified aerospace and defense machining capabilities into Netform, expanding aerospace/defense and transportation program support and strengthening vertically integrated manufacturing.
Cleanova, a PX3-backed industrial filtration platform based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has acquired U.S.-based Airflotek and TES-Clean Air Systems and will merge them into Cleanova to expand its capabilities in ultra-clean controlled environments. The acquisitions bring custom FFU (fan filter unit) design, HEPA/ULPA filtration expertise and global distribution into Cleanova’s portfolio, targeting semiconductor, pharmaceutical/biotech and data-center markets.
Cleanova, a PX3-backed industrial filtration platform based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, has acquired U.S.-based Airflotek and TES-Clean Air Systems and will consolidate them into a single business within Cleanova. The acquisitions add custom fan filter units (FFUs), HEPA/ULPA filtration and cleanroom expertise, expanding Cleanova's capabilities into ultra-clean controlled environments serving semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, biotech and high-performance data center markets.
DwyerOmega, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, has acquired Burns Engineering to expand its precision temperature measurement product offering. Burns Engineering, founded in 1965 and based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, provides metrology-grade temperature measurement devices for end markets including biopharma, food processing, and calibration laboratories; financial terms were not disclosed.
Currier Plastics, a Sheridan Capital Partners portfolio company, has completed the acquisitions of Springboard Manufacturing and MOS Plastics. The add-on deals expand Currier's West Coast footprint, add significant Class 7/8 cleanroom capacity, and deepen capabilities serving pharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostics customers.
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