Tracked deals
137
137 tracked deals across 2019-2026.
Tracked deals
137
137 tracked deals across 2019-2026.
Buyer mix
Mixed buyer set
106 strategic · 73 pe
Top trend
Volume peaked in 2026
30 tracked deals announced in 2026.
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| Buyer | # Deals | Focus | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pye-Barker Fire & Safety | 6 | Leading U.S. provider of integrated fire protection, life... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| One Equity Partners | 3 | Middle-market private equity firm focused on industrial, ... | PE |
| AE Industrial Partners | 2 | Private investment firm focused on national security, aer... | PE |
| Envoy Solutions | 2 | Specialized distributor and solution provider operating a... | Strategic |
| Fort Point Capital | 2 | Management‑led private equity firm targeting fragmented s... | PE |
| Frontenac | 2 | Chicago-based private equity firm focused on lower middle... | PE |
| Frontline Road Safety | 2 | Nationwide provider of pavement marking and road-safety s... | Strategic (PE-backed) |
| Hidden Harbor Capital Partners | 2 | Private equity firm investing in lower-middle-market indu... | PE |
| Incline Equity Partners | 2 | Private equity firm investing in value-added distribution... | PE |
| Kanbrick | 2 | Long-term investment partnership focused on acquiring and... | PE |
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Supporting Data
Bluestone Investment Partners acquired Delphinus Engineering, a Pennsylvania-based Navy ship-repair, modernization, and sustainment services provider. The partnership includes a leadership transition, with founder Ranjit Das retiring and senior executive Roby Lentz becoming CEO, and Bluestone plans to grow Delphinus through organic investment and acquisitions.
Centuri Holdings has completed the acquisition of J.J. White, Inc., a mechanical and electrical construction services provider for power generation, data centers, and industrial end markets. J.J. White will become part of Centuri's Riggs Distler operation, expanding union electric capabilities across the Northeast and Mid-West and strengthening Centuri’s integrated solutions for complex projects.
EKHO Infrastructure Solutions announced three related strategic additions to expand its mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) and retaining wall capabilities: it is integrating Ground Improvement Systems (GIS) and Structured Soils Inc. (SSI) and acquiring the ARES geosynthetic retaining wall system from Tensar Corporation. The company says the moves accelerate its entry into the U.S. retaining wall and earth retention market, leveraging ARES approvals across 37 U.S. states.
Nocopi Technologies, Inc. announced leadership changes following the closing of its first acquisition in May: Polymeric Group. The company is continuing post-acquisition integration and commercialization efforts to scale specialty ink and coatings operations and drive organic growth.
Tavoron announced the acquisition of Fluidraulics, an automation components and system distributor serving customers across Pennsylvania and Ohio. The deal expands Tavoron’s Automation Distribution segment, strengthens its motion control offerings, and extends its geographic reach into the Pittsburgh and Cleveland markets.
Control Devices, a portfolio company of HBM Holdings, announced it will acquire Solenoid Solutions. The deal is intended to expand Control Devices’ engineered flow control product range with complementary solenoid valve and manifold technology, though financial terms were not disclosed.
Gladstone Investment Corporation has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Extrude Hone LLC, a precision surface-finishing solutions provider based in Irwin, Pennsylvania. The deal is subject to final regulatory approval, and Gladstone did not disclose financial terms. Extrude Hone’s proprietary technologies serve mission-critical aerospace, automotive, heavy industrial, energy, and other demanding end markets.
Zeus Fire and Security announced a partnership/acquisition transaction with SEi Security, creating a new Midwest hub to expand Zeus’s presence across Nebraska, Iowa, and the greater region. The deal strengthens Zeus’s commercial fire and security platform by adding a scaled base with over 90% commercial revenue and high recurring revenue.
Continuim Equity Partners partnered with Lang Specialty Trailers, a portable sanitation trailer designer and manufacturer based in Latrobe, Pennsylvania. The deal marks Continuim’s tenth platform acquisition and the fourth within Continuim Equity Partners Fund II, with the Ghrist brothers remaining active shareholders to lead the next phase of growth.
Specialized Elevator, a Berkshire Partners portfolio company, announced a merger with Wyatt Elevator to expand Specialized’s independent, unionized elevator and escalator services footprint in the greater Philadelphia area. The combined company will employ more than 500 IUEC members and service approximately 25,000 elevator and escalator units nationwide.
Kiely Family of Companies has acquired M. O'Herron Company, a family-owned utility contractor specializing in the installation and maintenance of natural gas and water infrastructure in the Pittsburgh Metro area and West Virginia. The acquisition supports Kiely’s goal of doubling its operational footprint and expanding its specialized utility services platform across the eastern United States.
Ecovyst Inc. signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Calabrian sulfur dioxide and related sulfur derivatives business from INEOS Enterprises for $190 million, subject to customary adjustments. The deal is expected to close by the end of Q2 2026 and is intended to expand Ecovyst’s sulfur-chemistry product and service portfolio, including sulfur dioxide, sodium bisulfite, sodium thiosulfate, and sodium metabisulfite.
AMETEK, Inc. completed its acquisition of First Aviation Services, a defense and aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) provider and manufacturer of proprietary aerospace components. The deal expands AMETEK’s Electromechanical Group (EMG) with additional mission-critical MRO capabilities and component design, engineering, and manufacturing capacity.
White Heating, LLC, a residential heating and air conditioning services provider in Pittsburgh, has been acquired by Northwinds Services Group. Northwinds, a portfolio company of TruArc Partners, said the deal expands its presence in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania and will provide additional support for sales, marketing, customer service, operations, finance, accounting, and IT.
BWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT) entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Precision Components Group, LLC (PCG), including its subsidiaries Precision Custom Components (PCC) and DC Fabricators (DCF). The deal expands BWXT’s U.S. heavy-manufacturing footprint and adds capacity to support growing demand for U.S.-made commercial nuclear components. The acquisition was later reported as completed, with PCG continuing operations in York, Pennsylvania and Florence, New Jersey.
AeriTek Global Holdings LLC (backed by Mill Point Capital) completed its acquisition of the foodservice refrigeration and HVAC assets operating under the Continental Refrigerator and National Comfort Products (NCP) brands. The purchase expands AeriTek’s position in the U.S. commercial foodservice refrigeration market by combining complementary product lines and go-to-market capabilities.
Schmidt Industrial Services LLC acquired Metal & Cable Corp to expand its engineered metal solutions, pressure vessels, and precision machining capabilities. The acquisition strengthens Schmidt’s position in telecommunications, energy, and power markets, including continued manufacturing and support of Metal & Cable’s Magnemount magnetic mounting systems.
Edgewater Growth Capital Partners’ portfolio company, Nationwide Cooling Group, LLC, completed the acquisition of Protecall Corp. and its subsidiaries. Protecall provides HVAC protective coatings, indoor air quality solutions, and restoration services, which Nationwide Cooling says will advance its end-to-end HVAC/R platform strategy.
A Neumann & Associates announced the $16M sale of a western Pennsylvania industrial and infrastructure/general contractor. The firm says the contractor was sold in a fully reviewed, conservatively appraised transaction and that A Neumann facilitated introductions to acquisition lenders for the deal.
SOCOTEC announced it has acquired American Engineers Group (AEG), a multidisciplinary engineering consultancy headquartered in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, marking SOCOTEC’s entry into the Pennsylvania and Maryland markets. The deal adds nearly 60 professionals across four Mid-Atlantic offices and strengthens SOCOTEC’s Infrastructure platform, with AEG’s work heavily focused on transportation infrastructure.
Funds managed by Blackstone Energy Transition Partners have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Advanced Cooling Technologies, Inc. (ACT), a U.S. manufacturer of highly-engineered thermal management and energy efficiency solutions. The transaction is expected to close in the second quarter, subject to customary conditions, with ACT’s executive team remaining in place and continuing as significant shareholders.
KPS Capital Partners has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a controlling (majority) interest in Jennmar and its affiliates. Financial terms were not disclosed, and closing is expected in Q2 2026 subject to customary conditions and approvals.
McCarthy Tire Service acquired the commercial fleet truck tire sales, shop services, and Bandag retreading operations of Henise Tire Service, effective March 9, 2026. Henise will continue to independently own and operate its wholesale and retail consumer tire businesses at its current locations (except Bensalem, Pennsylvania).
APPLIED Adhesives has completed the acquisition of LJD Packaging, an East Coast distributor of adhesives and related equipment serving packaging, printing, labeling, and product assembly customers. The deal expands APPLIED’s ability to deliver comprehensive, responsive nationwide adhesive and technical solutions.
The Heritage Group, an Indianapolis-based fourth-generation family-owned business, announced its acquisition of FORTA, a Pennsylvania-based synthetic fiber reinforcement provider for asphalt and concrete. The deal is being purchased from Riverarch Equity Partners, and financial terms were not disclosed.
Tencarva Machinery Company, backed by Bessemer Investors, acquired Hoffman-Kane Distributors, a Pittsburgh-based provider of industrial fluid handling and sealing solutions. The deal expands Tencarva’s footprint across the Ohio Valley and Mid-Atlantic and adds technical capability and aftermarket services to its platform.
NovaVision, LLC acquired Graphic Communications, Inc. to expand its printing, die-cutting, and security label capabilities and broaden its labeling solutions portfolio for a global customer base. Graphic Communications specializes in custom high-quality printing and converting solutions, including variable data printing and serialization.
CQL Capital led a strategic investment in Erie Strayer, a fourth-generation, family-owned concrete batching solutions company. The deal is intended to support Erie Strayer’s long-term growth, innovation, employee development, and expanded aftermarket service, with management led by CEO Kyle Strayer remaining in place.
Rotating Machinery Services (RMS) announced it has acquired East Coast Mechanical 6 Marine (ECMM), a provider of rotating equipment field services, millwright labor, and outage support. The deal adds 27 experienced field-service professionals to RMS’s Global Technology Solutions organization to expand technology-enabled global turbomachinery field execution.
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Knight Security Systems, a Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based provider of security and fire alarm installation and 24/7 monitoring services. The acquisition expands Pye-Barker's presence in Central Pennsylvania and brings Knight's local teams and Knight Watch monitoring capabilities into Pye-Barker's national life-safety and security platform.
Galco Industrial Electronics acquired Ad-Tech CCI, Inc., a Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-based distributor of industrial controls, automation components, and identification products. The deal is intended to strengthen Galco’s Mid-Atlantic presence and expand product offerings, engineering support, and service capabilities for customers.
SupplyCo, the industrial-supply platform formed by Tecum Equity Alpha Management (TEAM) and The Armstrong Group, has acquired Precision Abrasives (Zelienople, PA) and D&S Tool & Supply (Mars, PA) as add-on acquisitions to expand its product line and technical capabilities. The transactions broaden SupplyCo's line card across abrasives, cutting tools and metal-removal products and bring two regional distributors into the platform.
Macquarie Asset Management-led consortium has entered into an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Potters Industries, a manufacturer of engineered glass beads and microspheres used in road infrastructure. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions, with co-investment support from UniSuper and Partners Capital.
VisuSewer, a Fort Point Capital portfolio company, has completed the acquisition of MOR Construction Services, a Glen Mills, Pennsylvania‑based provider of utility and commercial wastewater infrastructure services operating across Pennsylvania, Delaware and New Jersey. The add‑on expands VisuSewer’s geographic presence into three new Mid‑Atlantic states and supports the platform’s goal of building a national leader in wastewater infrastructure services.
Thompson Safety, a Houston-based provider of fire protection and on-site first aid services, has acquired Kartman Fire, a Philadelphia-area fire and life safety provider founded in 1983. The acquisition gives Thompson Safety entry into the Philadelphia market and expands its full-service fire protection capabilities in Pennsylvania, with Kartman Fire’s technicians joining Thompson Safety’s fire division.
Pye-Barker Fire & Safety has acquired Invision Security, a King of Prussia-based commercial electronic security and fire alarms provider serving Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware. The acquisition expands Pye-Barker's alarms, monitoring and life-safety capabilities in the Pennsylvania tri-state region and brings Invision's local teams and service capabilities into Pye-Barker's East Coast operations.
Benford Capital Partners’ portfolio company BSC Industries has acquired Gipson Bearing & Supply Co., a third-generation distributor of precision bearings and industrial MRO components headquartered in West Homestead, Pennsylvania. The add-on expands BSC’s geographic footprint into Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio, creates cross-selling opportunities across both customer bases, and will retain Gipson’s employees; terms were not disclosed.
Danish water solutions leader Grundfos has acquired Newterra, a Pittsburgh-area designer and manufacturer of water and wastewater treatment systems, to strengthen its water treatment capabilities and expand its presence in North America. The deal boosts Grundfos' water treatment workforce in Europe and North America and supports its goal to grow its US business.
Doosan Robotics has acquired an 89.59% stake in ONExia Inc., a U.S.-based robotics system integrator headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, in a transaction valued at approximately KRW 35.6 billion (about $25.9 million). The deal will bolster Doosan's AI and software capabilities by integrating ONExia's automation engineering expertise, EOL robotics (palletizing/packaging) solutions, and 25 years of automation data while strengthening its presence in the North American market.
Nippon Steel Corporation agreed to acquire U. S. Steel in an all-cash transaction for $55.00 per share, valuing the enterprise at about $14.9 billion. The deal closed after U.S. national security requirements led to a National Security Agreement and issuance of a Golden Share granting the U.S. government enhanced consent/veto rights over certain major actions.
International Wire Group (IWG) entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Hussey Copper. The transaction is expected to close in Q3 2025, subject to customary closing conditions and approvals.
Frontline Road Safety, a Denver-based pavement marking platform backed by Bain Capital, has acquired PLP Company, a family-owned pavement marking contractor based in Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. The add-on deal expands Frontline's footprint in the Northeastern U.S. and enhances its ability to collaborate on large regional projects; financial terms were not disclosed.
Kanbrick, a long-term investment partnership, has acquired Laboratory Testing Inc. (LTI), a Hatfield, Pennsylvania-based materials testing and calibration laboratory, in partnership with the McVaugh and Hiller families. Kanbrick will work with LTI’s leadership to expand capabilities, enter new markets, and accelerate growth across mission-critical end markets including aerospace, defense and power generation.
SurfacePrep has acquired Panadyne Inc., a distributor of abrasives and specialty ceramic materials based near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The deal brings Panadyne into the GNPGraystar Specialty Materials Group and expands SurfacePrep's product offerings in technical ceramics, coatings, and surface finishing markets.
FST Technical Services, a Phoenix/Chandler-based provider of testing, inspection, certification and commissioning services, has acquired Criterion Labs, Inc., a specialist in gas-line and laboratory testing. The acquisition expands FST's testing capabilities and geographic reach while strengthening its position serving semiconductor, technology and life-sciences customers.
Kemper Group has acquired EastRock Solutions, a Pennsylvania-based equipment dealer, and will combine it with Old Dominion Equipment & Supply and EESSCO under the Kemper brand. The acquisition brings EastRock's OEM partnerships and local expertise into Kemper and provides EastRock access to Kemper's engineering, fabrication and field service capabilities.
AE Industrial Partners has invested in United Building Solutions (UBS) to establish a commercial HVAC services platform. UBS has joined forces with Total Comfort Solutions (TCS), expanding the platform’s capabilities and footprint into North Florida and the Southeast; financial terms were not disclosed.
One Equity Partners (OEP), a middle-market private equity firm, agreed to acquire Wheeler Fleet Solutions, a medium- and heavy-duty aftermarket truck parts distributor and engineering solutions provider, from VSE Corporation. VSE’s Fleet segment sale is structured as a definitive agreement and is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025, pending customary conditions.
Alsco Uniforms, a family-owned uniform and linen rental company based in Salt Lake City, acquired MacIntosh Services (MacIntosh Linen & Uniform), including its Bethlehem, Pennsylvania location and fleet. The acquisition expands Alsco's presence into the Pennsylvania and New Jersey markets and brings MacIntosh's employees and more than 800 local customers into Alsco's network.
SGS, the global testing, inspection and certification company, has acquired MP Machinery and Testing, LLC (MPM) from Praesidian Capital. MPM, headquartered in State College, Pennsylvania, is a manufacturer of capital equipment and provider of specialized testing services focused on the nuclear power/SMR market and other industrial end markets; the deal provides SGS with expanded technical capabilities in advanced nuclear and industrial testing.
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The recent transactions include calibration and testing, mechanical/electrical construction services, infrastructure/retaining-wall and ground improvement systems, automation component distribution, and specialty field services such as fire & security and elevator/escalator services.
Acquisitions in the page facts highlight expansion in calibration capabilities, union electric construction capability (via Riggs Distler), mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) and retaining wall/earth retention solutions, and motion-control automation distribution.
While each deal is described as occurring in Pennsylvania, several summaries explicitly reference growing broader regional footprints (e.g., Mid-Atlantic/Northeast or additional U.S. coverage beyond Pennsylvania).
Recurring names in the page facts include One Equity Partners, Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, Bertram Capital, AMETEK, Inc., and AFC Industries, alongside operators such as Centuri Holdings and Specialized Elevator.