Threadlock Precision (backed by The D. E. Shaw Group) Acquires J&F Machine

Threadlock Precision (Backed by The D. E. Shaw Group) Acquires R&S Machining

February 9, 2026

Manufacturing

Threadlock Precision, an operating network backed by The D. E. Shaw Group, has acquired R&S Machining, a St. Louis-based CNC precision machining company founded in 1992. The add-on expands Threadlock's large-format machining, assembly and engineering capabilities—increasing capacity and capability for its aerospace and defense precision manufacturing network.

Threadlock Precision Acquires Kremin Inc.

January 12, 2026

Manufacturing

Threadlock Precision, a U.S. precision manufacturing platform backed by the D. E. Shaw group, has acquired Kremin Inc., a Frankenmuth, Michigan-based CNC machining firm serving aerospace, defense and medical customers for more than 40 years. The deal adds Kremin's Swiss machining and tight-tolerance capabilities to Threadlock’s precision manufacturing network to support a wider range of aerospace and defense customer programs and to modernize and scale Kremin's operations.

Burnout Brands (HHCP Portfolio Company) Acquires D&J Precision Machine

January 21, 2025

Automotive

Burnout Brands, a Hidden Harbor Capital Partners portfolio platform, has acquired D&J Precision Machine, a precision machining specialist serving the diesel and automotive aftermarket. The add-on deal is intended to expand Burnout Brands’ production capabilities and service offerings for its BD Diesel and Monster Transmission brands.

Precision Aerospace Holdings Acquires Decatur Machine Services

July 1, 2023

Manufacturing

Precision Aerospace Holdings, a portfolio company of CIC Partners, has acquired Decatur Machine Services, a Decatur, Texas-based precision machining company serving aerospace and defense customers. The transaction is an add-on to the Precision platform intended to expand its precision machining capabilities and program footprint across defense and aerospace customers.

LFM Capital Portfolio Company J&E Precision Tool Acquires Alloy Specialties and Beranek

April 30, 2021

Manufacturing

J&E Precision Tool, an LFM Capital portfolio company, has completed acquisitions of Alloy Specialties Inc. (Manchester, Connecticut) and Beranek Inc. (Torrance, California). The add-on deals expand J&E’s national footprint, precision machining capabilities, and customer relationships across aerospace, defense, and space end markets; financial terms were not disclosed.

Accudynamics Acquires DCG Precision Manufacturing

September 30, 2022

Manufacturing

Accudynamics, a Makers Forward, LLC portfolio company, has acquired DCG Precision Manufacturing, LLC and will operate DCG as a subsidiary. The acquisition expands Accudynamics' precision machining capabilities—particularly Swiss machining and grinding—and adds capacity to serve aerospace, defense, medical, and other industrial customers while retaining DCG's existing employees and management.