The Davlyn Group Acquires Norfab and Amatex

Emko Capital Recapitalizes Davlyn Group; Announces Acquisition of Confidential Manufacturer

October 14, 2022

Manufacturing

Emko Capital announced a recapitalization of Davlyn Group in partnership with Webster Bank and also completed an acquisition of a confidential mass customization manufacturer. The recapitalization will support Davlyn’s continued growth in technical textiles and composites, while Emko plans organic growth and bolt-on acquisitions across its manufacturing platform.

Quiltcraft Industries Acquires Fabtex Inc. After Willistown Capital Recapitalization

April 16, 2025

Manufacturing

Quiltcraft Industries, newly recapitalized by Houston-based private equity firm Willistown Capital, has acquired competitor Fabtex Inc. The deal creates a larger hospitality-focused textiles platform with expanded geographic reach, manufacturing and sourcing capabilities, and a combined workforce of more than 300 employees across the United States and Mexico.

Newtex Industries Acquires Thermostatic Industries, Inc.

July 26, 2017

Manufacturing

Newtex Industries has completed its acquisition of Thermostatic Industries, Inc., a California-based distributor of high-temperature fabrics and fabricated insulation. The deal adds West Coast distribution for Newtex, expands its advanced high-temperature fabrics portfolio (including distribution rights to 3M Nextel ceramic fabrics), and relocates Thermostatic operations to a modern facility in Rancho Cucamonga, California.

Tallayne Acquires Nufabrx Brand and Retail Business Unit from Textile-Based Delivery (HealthWear)

August 14, 2023

Medical Devices

Tallayne has agreed to acquire the Nufabrx brand and its retail business unit from Textile-Based Delivery, Inc. (DBA HealthWear) to accelerate commercialization and expand product distribution across North America and select international markets. The acquisition transfers the consumer-facing Nufabrx HealthWear product line—medicated, therapeutic apparel powered by patented smart-textile technology—to Tallayne, which will scale the brand's retail presence and distribution.

American Exchange Group Acquires Danecraft

September 12, 2023

Consumer Products

American Exchange Group (AXNY Group) has acquired long-standing jewelry maker Danecraft, including its Primavera Italy brand. The acquisition will expand AXNY's jewelry portfolio and leverage its sourcing, logistics and marketing capabilities to broaden Danecraft's product range and distribution — including planned direct-to-consumer channels.

Hoffmann Family of Companies Acquires Derby Fabricating Solutions

September 22, 2025

Manufacturing

Hoffmann Family of Companies, a family-owned private equity firm, has acquired Derby Fabricating Solutions, a manufacturer of die-cut nonmetallic materials and NVH components serving automotive OEMs, Tier 1 suppliers and the appliance industry. Derby operates four Midwest production facilities (Louisville and Cadiz, Kentucky; Sidney, Ohio; Rockford, Michigan) and is IATF 16949 certified; the transaction strengthens Hoffmann's manufacturing vertical and expands its capabilities in automotive component fabrication.