ABC Technologies Acquires dlhBOWLES from MPE Partners
March 7, 2022
ABC Technologies Holdings Inc. completed the acquisition of dlhBOWLES, Inc. from MPE Partners for approximately US$255 million. The deal expands ABC's Fluid Management product portfolio and process automation capabilities, strengthening its position in washer systems, ADAS cleaning solutions and EV thermal management for automotive OEMs.
- Buyers
- ABC Technologies Holdings Inc.
- Targets
- dlhBOWLES, Inc.
- Sellers
- MPE Partners (Morgenthaler Private Equity)
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- Location
- Ohio, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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