The Legacy Companies Acquires Kalorik Product Lines from Team International Group of America

Platinum Equity Acquires Majority Interest in Kohler Energy from Kohler Co.

November 6, 2023

Energy

Platinum Equity has closed the transaction to acquire a majority interest in Kohler Energy from Kohler Co., establishing Kohler Energy as an independent, standalone business. Kohler Co. remains an investment partner, Brian Melka will serve as CEO and David Kohler will sit on the board; financial terms were not disclosed. Platinum Equity said it will invest in growth and operational initiatives to accelerate Kohler Energy's position in the global energy resilience market.

Lynx Equity Limited Acquires Kalmeijer Bakkerijmachines

August 7, 2023

Manufacturing

Toronto-based private equity firm Lynx Equity Limited has acquired Kalmeijer Bakkerijmachines, a Dutch manufacturer of artisanal bakery machines headquartered in The Hague. The deal preserves existing management (CEO and former owner Ewout de Koning to remain at least one year), maintains staff, and gives Lynx a foothold in the Netherlands as it expands its European portfolio.

Marquee Brands Acquires Majority Stake in America's Test Kitchen

February 2, 2023

Media & Entertainment

Marquee Brands has acquired a controlling majority stake in America's Test Kitchen (ATK), adding the culinary media company — including Cook's Illustrated and Cook's Country — to its home and culinary portfolio. The founding shareholders and existing owners will remain investors in the business, and Marquee has appointed Dan Suratt as CEO to help grow ATK across media and commerce channels.

Spectrum Brands Completes Acquisition of Tristar Products' Kitchen Appliances and Cookware Business

February 18, 2022

Consumer Products

Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. completed its previously announced acquisition of the kitchen appliances and cookware categories of Tristar Products, Inc. for $325 million in cash, with additional contingent payments up to $125 million based on gross profit targets in 2022 and 2023. The deal adds brands such as PowerXL, Emeril Lagasse and Copper Chef and is being combined into Spectrum Brands’ Home and Personal Care (HPC) segment.

Rockwell Automation Acquires Kalypso

May 4, 2020

IT Services

Rockwell Automation has acquired Kalypso, a US-based software delivery and consulting firm specializing in digital transformation for industrial and life sciences clients. The acquisition expands Rockwell's enterprise software consulting, digital innovation and information-architecture capabilities to deliver a stronger digital thread for customers.

The Legacy Companies Acquires Avanti Products from Gen Cap America

March 8, 2019

Consumer Products

Gen Cap America has sold Avanti Products, LLC to The Legacy Companies; terms were not disclosed. Avanti is a designer and distributor of compact consumer appliances, and the acquisition expands The Legacy Companies' portfolio of appliance and foodservice brands following Gen Cap's ownership since 2012.