Boyd Corporation Acquires Grando

Boyd Corporation Acquires Siltec

October 21, 2021

Manufacturing

Boyd Corporation has acquired Siltec (Silikon‑Technik Siltec GmbH), a Germany‑based specialist in silicone compounding for medical‑grade and custom silicone products. The acquisition expands Boyd’s European footprint and deepens its material science capabilities—particularly silicone expertise—supporting growth in medical, industrial technology, eMobility and data center end markets.

GRT Rubber Technologies Acquires Valley Rubber

November 18, 2021

Manufacturing

GRT Rubber Technologies (GRT), a PE-backed manufacturer of engineered rubber products, acquired Valley Rubber, a maker of custom rubber solutions for mining, aggregates and industrial applications. The deal, supported by a $22.1 million follow-on investment from Main Street Capital Corporation to GRT, expands GRT's product portfolio, end-market exposure and international footprint (notably Chile, Mexico and Peru).

Boyd Corporation Acquires GMN

July 1, 2021

Manufacturing

Boyd Corporation has acquired GMN, a Seattle-based developer of customized engineered-material solutions including graphic overlays, capacitive touch devices, optical encoders and PTC heaters. The acquisition expands Boyd’s engineered materials and human-machine interface capabilities to better serve regulated end markets such as medical, eMobility and aerospace and will operate as part of the Boyd global manufacturing footprint.

Domfoam Acquires Foamco Industries

July 2, 2024

Manufacturing

Domfoam, a Montreal-based foam manufacturer, has acquired Foamco Industries, a Concord (GTA), Ontario foam fabricator to expand its presence in the Greater Toronto Area and broader Ontario market. The deal increases Domfoam's manufacturing footprint to five facilities (over 550,000 sq. ft.), enables next-day delivery across the GTA, and strengthens production capacity to better serve bedding, seating and medical customers.

CECO Environmental Acquires General Rubber (GRC)

March 7, 2023

Manufacturing

CECO Environmental Corp. has completed the acquisition of industrial flow control leader General Rubber (GRC) and integrated the business into its Effox‑Flextor‑Mader (EFM) joint venture with Chartwell Investments (Chief Capital). The acquisition expands CECO's product offering into rubber expansion joints and increases its addressable market to approximately $500 million while improving short-cycle sales and expected accretion to earnings and cash flow.

Meridian Adhesives Group Acquires GENTEC and FT Polymer

March 3, 2021

Manufacturing

Meridian Adhesives Group acquired GENTEC and FT Polymer, two European-based adhesive suppliers that serve electronics, medical, aerospace and automotive end markets. The two businesses will join Meridian’s Electronics Division and work with Epoxy Technology Europe to expand Meridian’s European footprint and product/distribution capabilities.