AGS Automotive Solutions Acquires BrakeQuip, LLC

TIPCO Technologies (Platte River Equity) Acquires Alliance Hose & Rubber Co. and Hoses2U

October 15, 2024

Industrial Services

TIPCO Technologies, a Platte River Equity-backed value-added distributor of fluid conveyance and sealing solutions, has completed two add-on acquisitions: Alliance Hose & Rubber Co. and Hoses2U. The acquisitions expand TIPCO's footprint to 35 locations across 17 states and enhance its technical expertise and mobile onsite service capabilities.

AGS Automotive Solutions Acquires Motive Products

September 1, 2023

Automotive

AGS Automotive Solutions, a portfolio company of 3 Rivers Capital, acquired Motive Products on August 31, 2022. Motive Products is a manufacturer-distributor of auto and motorcycle tools (notably the Power Bleeder); AGS intends to leverage its manufacturing and e-commerce capabilities to expand product offerings and channels.

AGS Automotive Solutions (3 Rivers Capital Portfolio) Acquires BluDot Manufacturing

December 1, 2022

Manufacturing

AGS Automotive Solutions, a portfolio company of private equity firm 3 Rivers Capital, has acquired BluDot Manufacturing, a South Bend, Indiana-based manufacturer of trailer brake systems and hydraulic brake kits. The acquisition is an add-on to AGS's strategy to expand its OEM and aftermarket braking product capabilities and broaden its footprint in the trailer and recreational vehicle markets.

Komline-Sanderson Acquires Fluid Quip, Inc.

January 6, 2022

Manufacturing

Komline-Sanderson has acquired Fluid Quip, Inc., a Springfield, Ohio-based manufacturer of separation and processing equipment for the corn wet‑milling, ethanol and pulp & paper industries; the transaction closed on December 30, 2021. The acquisition expands Komline's product offering and engineering/service capabilities in corn wet‑milling and renewable fuels markets and adds a U.S. manufacturing presence in Ohio.

Greenbriar Equity Group Acquires Majority Stake in JEGS Automotive

December 1, 2021

E-Commerce

Funds managed by Greenbriar Equity Group acquired a majority position in JEGS Automotive, a national online retailer and distributor of high-performance aftermarket auto parts and accessories. The Coughlin family will remain significant minority shareholders; Greenbriar plans to support product and market expansion while enhancing JEGS' technology and distribution capabilities.

Hitachi Automotive Systems to Acquire Chassis Brakes International from KPS Capital Partners

June 19, 2019

Automotive

Hitachi Automotive Systems, a subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., has agreed to acquire Chassis Brakes International Group from KPS Capital Partners pursuant to a put option agreement. The transaction, which remains subject to works council consultations and customary closing conditions, will transfer a global manufacturer of automotive foundation brakes and components headquartered in Eindhoven, The Netherlands, to Hitachi Automotive.