Manufacturing Acquisitions in Florida

FCH has completed the acquisition of Axiflow Technologies, a specialist in sanitary twin-screw pumps serving the food, beverage, pharmaceutical and data-cooling markets. The add-on strengthens FCH's hygienic process capabilities and expands its proprietary pump technology offerings while Axiflow retains commercial autonomy and collaborates with FCH's engineering and manufacturing teams.

Nickolas Asset Management (NAM), an operator-led family office, acquired a 120,000-square-foot resin processing and materials facility from Material Difference Technologies (MDT), a Florida-based supplier and processor of plastic resins. The acquisition — driven by the seller's owner retirement — strengthens NAM's materials and manufacturing platform, adds recycling and compounding capabilities, and retains MDT's former owner Jered Ingham as operating partner and division COO to ensure continuity.

Alamo Group Inc. completed its acquisition of Petersen Industries, a manufacturer of truck‑mounted grapple loader equipment, finalizing a deal first announced with a purchase agreement on December 10, 2025. Alamo said the purchase expands its material‑handling and vegetation‑management product offering and will leverage Alamo’s sales channels to broaden Petersen’s market coverage and support product development.

JLL Partners has acquired PowerParts Group, a precision manufacturer and field-services provider of aftermarket components for gas- and steam-turbine power plants, from Mangrove Equity Partners. JLL intends to use PowerParts Group as the foundation of a new engineering-focused power-generation components platform and plans to expand capacity and capabilities through organic investment and strategic acquisitions.

Novopor Advanced Science, a Bain Capital–backed performance chemicals and materials CDMO, has acquired FAR Chemical from CPS Performance Materials Group to expand its U.S. footprint and add capabilities in complex specialty chemistries. The deal integrates FAR Chemical's expertise in custom and hazardous specialty chemical manufacturing—serving electronics, aerospace & defense, and coatings/adhesives end markets—into the Novopor platform.

TJC, LP (formerly The Jordan Company) has completed the acquisition of Lindsay Precast from MiddleGround Capital. Lindsay Precast, headquartered in Gainesville, Florida, is a vertically integrated manufacturer of prefabricated concrete and steel products operating 10 U.S. production facilities that serve government, utility, renewable energy, data center and other infrastructure markets. MiddleGround acquired Lindsay in November 2021 and is exiting after a period of operational investment; financial advisors included Harris Williams and Raymond James for MiddleGround and Citigroup for TJC.

The Anderson Group sold portfolio company F.K. Instrument Co., LLC, a Clearwater, Florida-based precision machining business, to Andra Tech Group, an affiliate of private equity firm Castik Capital. F.K. Instrument will continue operating from its Clearwater location under existing leadership and is expected to support Andra Tech Group's expansion of precision manufacturing capabilities.

Courizon Partners LLC has acquired Air Burners, Inc., a manufacturer of air curtain burner systems for on-site disposal of wood and vegetative waste. Courizon named Darin Clause CEO of Air Burners while founder Brian O'Connor transitions to CTO; the firm plans to scale the business to meet growing demand across forestry, agriculture, land‑clearing and municipal waste markets.

Front Nine Capital, doing business as Star Print & Embroidery, has acquired Rollins Apparel, a Gainesville, Florida-based custom apparel and promotional products provider. Rollins will retain its brand and customer service in Gainesville while production is migrated to Star Print & Embroidery's West Nyack, New York facility as part of Front Nine's ongoing roll-up strategy to expand customer verticals (education, nonprofit, sports, religious) and scale operations.

Praxis Packaging Solutions, a BPOC-backed contract packaging platform, has acquired Advanced Concept Innovations, LLC (ACI), a Lakeland, Florida-based contract packager and domestic manufacturer of surgical N95 respirators. The add-on expands Praxis' manufacturing and warehouse footprint by more than 160,000 sq. ft., broadening its capabilities and geographic presence in the Southeastern United States.

Lion Equity Partners, a Denver-based private equity firm, has acquired Custom Tube Products (CTP), an Edgewater, Florida manufacturer of precision metal tubing assemblies. The deal will fold CTP into Lion Equity's existing platform Elkhart Tri-Went Industrial (ETI) as an add-on to expand ETI's production footprint and add CNC tube bending, end forming, and brazing capabilities for aerospace, medical, and industrial OEM customers.

Ampure Charging Systems, backed by Transom Capital, has acquired Power Designers Sibex, an electronics manufacturing and industrial charging products company based in Crystal River, Florida. The acquisition expands Ampure's PosiCharge industrial charging capabilities by adding manufacturing capacity, OEM relationships, and software-enabled energy management capabilities.

Appian Way Capital Partners, a Dallas-based private equity firm, has acquired SBS Precision Sheet Metal, LLC, a Florida-based sheet metal fabrication and precision machining company founded in 1984. Madison Street Capital served as exclusive financial advisor to SBS Precision; terms of the transaction were not disclosed. SBS Precision supplies custom parts to military, aerospace and commercial customers.

Sani-Matic, a Sun Prairie, Wisconsin-based hygienic cleaning systems manufacturer and portfolio company of Hamilton Robinson Capital Partners (HRCP), has acquired Douglas Machines Corp., a Clearwater, Florida-based maker of commercial and industrial washers. The deal combines complementary product portfolios to expand Sani-Matic's market share and capabilities across the food & beverage, bakery/foodservice, and pharmaceutical end markets.

AMETEK, Inc. has completed its acquisition of FARO Technologies, Inc. for $44.00 per share in cash (approximately $920 million, net of cash acquired). FARO will join AMETEK's Ultra Precision Technologies Division within the Electronic Instruments Group, adding 3D metrology, imaging, software and service capabilities to AMETEK's industrial technology portfolio; FARO reported annual sales of roughly $340 million.

PrecisionX Group, a portfolio company of CORE Industrial Partners, has acquired Hudson Technologies, a Florida-based deep and shallow drawn metal stamping manufacturer. The add-on expands PrecisionX's stamping capabilities and capacity, deepening its presence in medical device and aerospace & defense end markets; Monroe Capital provided senior credit financing to support the transaction.

Ark MFG, a newly established U.S. holding company led by Gian Carlo Alonso, has completed the acquisition of Tarpon Stainless Fabricators, Inc., a Florida-based custom stainless steel fabricator. The deal expands Ark MFG's capabilities and presence in the food service equipment industry as part of its strategy to revitalize U.S.-based manufacturing companies.

GroupeSTAHL has acquired TKO Sales, a Pompano Beach, Florida-based heat transfer manufacturer, to expand manufacturing capacity, geographic coverage, and print technology capabilities. TKO founder Christian Zarate will remain as president; financial terms were not disclosed.

RANDYS Worldwide has acquired BulletProof Hitches, a Bradenton, Florida-based manufacturer of heavy-duty trailer hitches and towing accessories. The acquisition expands RANDYS’ product portfolio into towing solutions and will allow BulletProof Hitches to continue operating from its Bradenton headquarters while leveraging RANDYS’ supply chain, distribution and engineering capabilities.

Mill Point Capital, through its portfolio company Garyline LLC, has acquired Koozie Group (Scribe Holdings, Inc.) from H.I.G. Capital and will combine the businesses to create one of the largest promotional-products suppliers in North America. The deal brings together Koozie's Clearwater-based manufacturing and brand portfolio with Garyline's vertically integrated operations to expand scale, product breadth, and domestic manufacturing capacity.

Tradebe has acquired Florachem Corporation from an affiliate of funds advised by SK Capital Partners. The acquisition brings Florachem into Tradebe's Life Sciences business, expanding Tradebe's ingredients manufacturing capabilities and international footprint while enabling Florachem to scale its manufacturing and sustainability initiatives.

Federal Signal Corporation completed the acquisition of substantially all assets and operations of Waterblasting, LLC, owner of Hog Technologies, for an initial purchase price of $78.1 million plus a contingent earn-out opportunity of up to $15 million. The company also agreed to acquire Hog’s primary manufacturing facility in Stuart, Florida for $14.5 million; Hog reported ~ $65 million of 2024 revenue and about 150 employees. The deal expands Federal Signal’s specialty vehicle platform and aftermarket service capabilities across municipal, infrastructure and airport end markets.

Roebling Capital Partners has made a strategic growth investment in Spray Equipment and Coatings, Inc. ("SprayEZ"), with NewSpring Capital and Providence Investment Partners joining the transaction; founders Fred and Kibbee Akel remain key owners. The capital will fund nationwide expansion, a third location, an expanded aftermarket product line, and broader distribution of the proprietary ExpandoThane coating; Heritage Capital Group advised the sellers.

National Safety Apparel (NSA), a portfolio company of Blue Point Capital Partners, has acquired Warren Heim Corporation, a Fort Pierce, Florida-based manufacturer of insulated bags for the electrical utility market. The add-on expands NSA's electrical safety product portfolio and U.S. manufacturing footprint, enhancing cross-selling opportunities through existing distributor networks.

Gamber-Johnson, a Main Street Capital portfolio company based in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, has acquired American Aluminum Accessories, Inc., a Perry, Florida-based specialty aluminum manufacturer serving law enforcement, public safety and fleet markets. Skyway Capital Markets advised the sellers (siblings Thomas Swain and Linda Lawson); Jennifer Arnold will continue to lead the Perry facility as General Manager while the business operates as part of the Team GJ family.

Laser Photonics Corporation (NASDAQ: LASE) acquired Control Micro Systems, Inc. (CMS) for approximately $1.05 million ($950,000 cash and $100,000 in common stock). The acquisition expands Laser Photonics' engineering capabilities and entry into the pharmaceutical market, with CMS bringing precision laser drilling systems and a revenue backlog of over $3.7 million.

Exchange Income Corporation (EIC) completed the acquisition of Spartan Mat, LLC and its subsidiary Spartan Composites, LLC for US$120 million (including US$18 million in EIC common shares). The purchase expands EIC's Environmental Access Solutions business into the U.S. matting market and adds Spartan's SYSTEM7 composite mats and FODS Trackout products to its manufacturing portfolio.

Central Garden & Pet completed the acquisition of Leading Edge Associates, Inc. and Leading Edge Aero Technologies, Inc., two Daytona Beach–based developers and manufacturers of large commercial drones and supporting software; the deal closed on November 6, 2024. The purchase brings drone hardware and precision-application software capabilities into Central’s pet and garden portfolio to support mosquito/vector control, weed control and precision farming solutions.

Product Recovery Management, Inc. (PRM) has acquired LMS Manufacturing and Metal Fabrication (LMS Manufacturing, LLC), a Marianna, Florida-based metal fabrication and machining shop that also provides environmental remediation system services. The deal expands PRM's presence in the Southeast United States and adds fabrication, engineering and field capabilities to support its remediation and landfill gas equipment business.

Miami-based private equity firm Merak Group has acquired Woodcraft Design and Furnishings, a Central Florida designer and manufacturer of custom furniture for the hospitality industry. Ascension Advisory served as exclusive financial advisor to Woodcraft; Merak says it will provide operational expertise and capital to support growth while preserving the company's founder-led culture.

The Middleby Corporation has acquired Emery Thompson, a Brooksville, Florida-based maker of frozen dessert equipment known for its batch freezers, with approximately $10 million in annual revenue. Middleby said the acquisition will broaden its frozen dessert product portfolio and create cross-selling opportunities with its Taylor brand to drive sales growth.

Carrier Global Corporation completed the sale of its commercial refrigeration business to Haier for an enterprise value of $775 million (including ~ $200 million of net pension liabilities). The transaction is part of Carrier's portfolio transformation to focus on core businesses (excluding Carrier Transicold, Sensitech and the Lynx digital ecosystem) and the net proceeds will be used to pay down debt.

Bay Street Manufacturing (HealthGuard) has acquired Florida-based CKI Solutions (a dba of Cadence Keen Innovations), the maker of Bed MadeEZ and other bedding accessories sold into hotels, cruise lines, RV and healthcare markets. The deal brings CKI's product portfolio, customer relationships and patented hospitality-focused bedding solutions into Bay Street's HealthGuard manufacturing platform to expand capabilities and service offerings for hospitality and retail customers.

Tampa Promotions, LLC, a Tampa-based custom apparel and promotional products provider, acquired T-Shirt Express of Naples, Florida. The transaction closed on September 4, 2024, and was advised by Generational Group.

PrecisionX Group, a portfolio company of CORE Industrial Partners, has acquired MSK Precision Products, Inc., a Tamarac, Florida-based precision machining and assembly provider specializing in Swiss-style CNC turning. The add-on expands PrecisionX's specialty precision metal manufacturing capabilities, deepens its presence in medical and aerospace & defense end markets and adds East Coast capacity; Monroe Capital provided debt financing support and FOCUS Investment Banking represented CORE.

Generational Group advised Extreme Graphics, a Lake Hamilton, Florida-based signage and printing provider, on its sale to independent buyer Spencer Evans. The transaction closed on August 22, 2024; financial terms and selling parties were not disclosed.

LSI Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: LYTS) acquired Florida-based EMI Industries, a metal and millwork manufacturer of store fixtures, displays, and food service equipment, for $50 million in cash. The acquisition broadens LSI's retail fixture and food equipment capabilities, adds more than 300 employees and five U.S. production facilities, and is expected to be immediately accretive to adjusted EPS while creating cross-selling and operational synergy opportunities across grocery, convenience store and restaurant end markets.

American Event Services (AES) has acquired Riverview, Florida-based Canariis Corporation, a privately owned manufacturer of custom UL-listed packaged HVAC, plumbing and fire-protection systems. Canariis will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary under President Steven St. John (who retains a significant ownership stake); Tony Tauer has been named CEO of AES. The combined companies now operate four manufacturing locations totaling over 150,000 sq. ft. and about 165 employees, expanding AES's manufacturing capacity and distribution reach.

The Heico Companies, via its shredding platform Shred‑Tech Corp., has acquired CM Shredders, LLC, a Sarasota, Florida‑based manufacturer of tire‑recycling and industrial shredding equipment. The deal brings CM’s tire‑recycling product line and global distribution footprint into the Shred‑Tech portfolio to expand product capabilities, manufacturing scale, and geographic reach.

Kinzie Capital Partners, a Chicago-based private equity firm, has acquired Arctic Industries, a national manufacturer and distributor of walk-in coolers, freezers and the CoolBot refrigeration controller. The transaction (completed in partnership with Arctic management) will support Arctic's nationwide expansion by leveraging its bi-coastal manufacturing footprint and product portfolio across foodservice, healthcare and industrial end markets. Brown Gibbons Lang served as financial advisor to selling owner Stoic Holdings; terms were not disclosed.

Marco Rubber & Plastics, a portfolio company of Align Capital Partners, has acquired Allied Metrics O-Rings & Seals, a family-owned distributor of specialty O-rings, seals and gaskets. The add-on expands Marco's product depth and customer base (Allied serves over 400 customers across the U.S.) while Allied's president and second-generation owner, Bill Westerman, will remain involved to support the transition.

Sentinel Capital Partners completed a recapitalization of Online Labels Group, acquiring the label converter and flexible packaging business from Tenex Capital Management. Online Labels Group — which operates five U.S. manufacturing facilities and is headquartered in Sanford, Florida — provides pressure-sensitive labels, shrink sleeves and flexible packaging to a wide range of SMB and enterprise customers; the transaction supports a sponsor-to-sponsor transition and continued growth initiatives.

Aion Therapeutic Inc. completed the acquisition of all outstanding shares of Toppen Health Inc., a Sanford, Florida-based manufacturer of water filtration systems, pursuant to share purchase agreements dated October 2023. The transaction was satisfied by the issuance of CAD $10,000,000 in common shares and includes a potential US $2,000,000 earn-out tied to revenue targets; Toppen operates a 7,500 sq-ft manufacturing facility and has eight employees.

Italian film producer Ecopol S.p.A. completed a strategic investment in Tampa-based JRF Technology LLC to strengthen its R&D capabilities in water‑soluble polymer and edible film technologies. JRF will continue to be led by its founders and serve as Ecopol's U.S. R&D Center of Excellence, supporting commercialization across end markets including personal care, healthcare and home care.

Hidden Harbor Capital Partners made a strategic investment in Teckrez, LLC, a Jacksonville-based supplier of tackifier resins and acrylic monomer solutions, with the transaction closing on November 30, 2023. Founder Tom Eckhardt will remain an investor and serve on the board; Capital Dynamics provided financing and advisors on both sides supported the deal. Terms were not disclosed.

Court Square Capital Partners has acquired a majority interest in Chauvet & Sons, LLC from an affiliate of Cortec Group (Cortec Group Fund VI, L.P.), with Cortec and management remaining minority shareholders. Chauvet, headquartered in Davie, Florida and led by founder and CEO Albert Chauvet, is a global designer and manufacturer of entertainment, theatrical and broadcast lighting products; terms were not disclosed.

Madison Dearborn Partners has acquired Shaw Development from Monomoy Capital Partners. Shaw Development, headquartered in Bonita Springs, Florida, is a designer and manufacturer of sensors and fluid management systems (primarily for diesel exhaust fluid applications) with approximately 250 employees; Monomoy said its ownership helped expand Shaw’s leadership, tech integration, aftermarket strategy and international footprint.

Chancey Metal Products, a Jacksonville-based fabricator and installer of metal stair and railing systems and a portfolio company of Indigo South Capital, has acquired Exact, Inc., a Jacksonville precision sheet metal manufacturer founded in 1964. The acquisition is Chancey’s fifth in roughly four years and adds CNC machining, laser cutting, plating and mechanical assembly capabilities to the platform; financial terms were not disclosed.

StenTech, a portfolio company of Align Capital Partners, has acquired Photo Etch Technology, a manufacturer of SMT stencils, mesh screens and precision metal parts. The transaction is an add-on for StenTech that deepens its presence in Silicon Valley and New England and expands its geographic footprint into Florida (Clearwater).

Third Arch Investments has acquired FiberGlass Coatings, a Florida-based manufacturer and distributor of epoxy, resin and fiberglass products. The transaction is financed with support from Tecum Capital, NewSpring (NewSpring Mezzanine) and a rollover by FiberGlass Coatings management; proceeds will be used to expand production capacity and grow the company's direct-to-consumer channels.