Mechanix Wear Acquires OTEX to Expand Tech-Enabled PPE Offerings

March 16, 2026

Mechanix Wear, backed by Gryphon Investors, acquired OTEX, a developer and manufacturer of tech-enabled personal protective equipment (PPE) featuring patented safety and air-quality/cooling technologies. OTEX CEO Jake Weidert will remain with the organization as Vice President of Technology and Materials, and OTEX will operate under Mechanix Wear’s Chicago Protective Apparel division; transaction terms were not disclosed.

Targets
OTEX
Platforms
Mechanix Wear
Industry
Medical Devices
Location
California, United States
Transaction Type
Addon

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