Private Equity-Backed Acquisitions in Michigan

Kanbrick has made a minority growth investment in Depatie Fluid Power Group to provide long-term strategic support and accelerate the company's next phase of growth. The partnership will work with Depatie and its American Motion Group affiliates to expand capabilities and services across motion control and automation end markets.

Natus Sensory has acquired TheraB Medical, a developer of the SnugLit wearable phototherapy swaddle for neonatal jaundice, following the product's FDA 510(k) clearance in January 2026. The acquisition expands Natus Sensory's newborn care portfolio by adding a portable, family-centered phototherapy option intended to broaden treatment settings and global access.

Precision Door Tri-State, a portfolio company of Monogram Capital Partners, has acquired Foris Solutions, a multi-territory Precision Garage Door Service franchisee. The deal creates one of the largest and most diversified operators within the Precision Garage Door Service system and expands the platform’s geographic footprint across nine states; founder Steve Freitas remains a minority shareholder and will join the combined board.

Tavoron, a manufacturing automation platform backed by Fusion Capital Partners, acquired DP Technologies Group and DP Brown of Saginaw in a deal that closed on February 5, 2026. The acquisition expands Tavoron's industrial automation capabilities and Midwest footprint by adding DP's motion control products, engineering services, and panel-building expertise.

MiddleGround Capital has acquired Pi Innovo from Dana Incorporated and will integrate the company into its portfolio platform, New Eagle. Pi Innovo, headquartered near Detroit, Michigan, develops open-platform electronic control units (ECUs) and embedded control software for electrification, clean-fuel and specialty mobility applications; the deal expands New Eagle's hardware and software controls capabilities across automotive, commercial vehicle and aerospace/defense end markets.

Merit Financial Advisors has acquired TL Financial Group, a Southgate, Michigan-based wealth management firm, adding approximately $217 million of client assets and establishing Merit's first office in Michigan (Detroit metro). The transaction closed on January 23, 2026; TL founder Tony LaJeunesse will join Merit as wealth manager, area director, and partner. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Campfire Interactive acquired Cover 4 PM to add manufacturing-specific program and project management capabilities to its AI-driven profit optimization platform, expanding forecasting, quoting, and program execution workflows. The Cover 4 PM team, including co-founders Joe McCarthy and Rob Giannone, will continue operating under Campfire; the deal follows Invictus Growth Partners’ $37 million majority investment in Campfire in September 2024.

The Colt Group, a Houston-based industrial leak repair and mechanical solutions provider backed by Capstreet, has acquired Watertap, Inc., a Wixom, Michigan-based provider of critical line intervention services. The add-on expands Colt's line intervention platform and regional coverage across the Great Lakes, while retaining Watertap's team; terms were not disclosed.

New Charter Technologies, a portfolio company of Oval Partners, has added Michigan-based NetSource One to its platform as an add-on acquisition. NetSource One — which supports 700+ clients and brings more than 75 employees — will continue operating under existing leadership and strengthen New Charter’s capabilities in regulated industries and security-first services.

Platte River Equity, a Denver-based private equity firm, has acquired Team UIS in partnership with the company's existing owners. Team UIS, founded in 1976, provides electrical testing, maintenance, SCADA and related field services to utilities, industrial, data center and infrastructure customers; Platte River said it will help scale the platform, expand capabilities and invest in training and operations.

Threadlock Precision, a U.S. precision manufacturing platform backed by the D. E. Shaw group, has acquired Kremin Inc., a Frankenmuth, Michigan-based CNC machining firm serving aerospace, defense and medical customers for more than 40 years. The deal adds Kremin's Swiss machining and tight-tolerance capabilities to Threadlock’s precision manufacturing network to support a wider range of aerospace and defense customer programs and to modernize and scale Kremin's operations.

WellSpring Consumer Healthcare, an Avista Healthcare Partners portfolio company, has acquired the DerMend and Recticare brands from Ferndale Pharma Group. The add-on expands WellSpring’s therapeutic skincare and OTC product portfolio and strengthens its omni-channel retail and e-commerce distribution; financial terms were not disclosed.

Netform, a Torque Capital Group portfolio company, completed a merger with Lavalier Corporation (dba Tapemaster), adding precision CNC milling, turning, grinding and inspection capabilities to its advanced manufacturing platform. The transaction brings Tapemaster's AS9100D-certified aerospace and defense machining capabilities into Netform, expanding aerospace/defense and transportation program support and strengthening vertically integrated manufacturing.

Park Place Technologies has completed a merger with Service Express to form a global leader in data center and IT infrastructure services, operating under the Park Place Technologies name with global headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio. The combined company serves more than 20,000 customers, has over 3,000 employees worldwide, and aims to expand capabilities across traditional, cloud, and AI-accelerated environments.

Nineteen Group, a PE-backed events and exhibitions operator, has acquired SubSummit, the subscription-commerce focused conference founded in 2016. The acquisition will allow Nineteen Group to scale SubSummit's flagship event and expand its U.S. presence while keeping the SubSummit brand and programming intact.

Inszone Insurance Services has acquired Voyage Benefits, LLC, a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based health and life insurance agency led by Kelly Syren. The acquisition expands Inszone's benefits capabilities and presence in Michigan while Voyage Benefits will continue operating from its Grand Rapids location with access to Inszone's carrier relationships and resources.

HCAP Partners, a California-based private equity firm, has made a growth investment in Puzzle Healthcare to accelerate scaling of its physiatry-led post-acute care coordination platform. The funding will support Puzzle's expansion of services across skilled nursing facilities and extend its national reach while aiming to reduce hospital readmissions and lower care costs.

Acme Finishing Company of Elk Grove Village, Illinois has acquired Freedom Finishing of Benton Harbor, Michigan. The deal transfers ownership from founders Gloria and Erik Ender to Acme and expands Acme's Midwest coating capacity with Freedom's 60,000-square-foot powder and electrocoating facility; Calder Capital advised Freedom Finishing on the transaction.

The Riverside Company has invested in Shine (Shine Window Cleaning), which will be integrated as an add-on to Riverside portfolio company Evive Brands. Shine, a Jenison, Michigan–headquartered franchisor operating over 75 territories across 20 states, will join Evive’s home-services platform to accelerate franchise growth and expand residential and commercial exterior services.

Center Rock Capital Partners has acquired GHSP, a global designer and manufacturer of precision mechatronic systems, smart actuators, and electronic controls headquartered in Holland, Michigan. The investment positions GHSP as a platform for growth—providing capital and operational expertise to expand product innovation, global reach, and operational performance in automotive and related end markets.

The Hilb Group, a Carlyle-backed insurance brokerage based in Richmond, Virginia, has acquired a Michigan-based property and casualty agency effective December 1, 2025. The acquisition expands Hilb Group's property and casualty footprint across the Midwest as part of its ongoing roll-up strategy.

VersiCare Group, a Seven Hills Capital partner, has acquired Michigan-based CHS Group LLC, a provider of Community Living Support and respite services. CHS will become a division of VersiCare’s ExpertCare organization as VersiCare expands its footprint in southeastern Michigan; former owner Joe Bates will form a new company, The Ability Hub, to continue providing Adult Day Training.

Prime Appearance acquired Immaculate Flight in a stock deal, combining two leading providers of aircraft appearance and detailing services to expand nationwide coverage. The acquisition adds Immaculate Flight’s operations at more than 200 airports and will be integrated and rebranded under the Prime Appearance brand, expanding service coverage in markets including Atlanta, Austin, Seattle, Nashville, South Florida, Southern California, the Bay Area, and throughout Texas.

An affiliate of Angeles Equity Partners has acquired a majority interest in Technique, Inc., a Jackson, Michigan-based precision metal fabricator specializing in prototyping and ultra-low-volume production. Angeles will partner with founder and CEO Ronnie Johncox to invest in operational infrastructure and advanced manufacturing capabilities to support Technique's growth; terms were not disclosed.

H.I.G. Capital completed a significant investment in GT Independence, a national provider of financial management services (FMS) for self-directed Medicaid participants. The transaction will support GT Independence’s continued geographic expansion and growth while CEO John Carmichael remains a significant shareholder and will continue to lead the company.

Apex Test Labs has acquired the operations of Bureau Veritas’ electrical testing laboratory in Auburn Hills, Michigan, expanding Apex’s electrical component and EMC testing capabilities while keeping the existing team and leadership in place. The move, executed by Apex (which is backed by BGM Ventures and the Trilogy Group), aims to provide continuity of service for customers and broaden Apex’s one‑stop testing offerings for manufacturers and suppliers.

BlueGrace Logistics, a Warburg Pincus–backed 3PL, has acquired STB Freight Group, a Northville, Michigan–based managed logistics and trucking provider. The deal expands BlueGrace's Midwest footprint and brings STB customers access to BlueGrace's managed logistics platform, multimodal services, and proprietary optimization technology.

Thrive, a PE-backed global technology outsourcing provider, has acquired Worksighted, a Holland, Michigan–based managed IT services firm. The deal expands Thrive’s Midwest presence and adds Worksighted’s personalized MSP, cybersecurity, and cloud capabilities to Thrive’s platform as an add-on acquisition.

Thrive, a global technology outsourcing provider, has acquired Worksighted, a Michigan-based managed IT services provider. The deal expands Thrive’s footprint into the Central U.S./Midwest and adds Worksighted’s personalized MSP and security capabilities to Thrive’s platform of managed IT, cybersecurity and cloud services.

PatientNow has acquired Recura, an AI-powered growth engine that automates lead response, booking, and retention for aesthetic and elective medical practices. The acquisition will integrate Recura's conversational AI and booking automation into PatientNow's practice management platform to drive appointment conversion and revenue growth while Recura continues to operate standalone for non-PatientNow customers.

Convey, a Denver-based customer engagement software provider, has acquired Powerley, an AI-powered home energy management SaaS company headquartered in Royal Oak, Michigan. The deal integrates Powerley’s appliance-level energy analytics and BillWise AI into Convey’s platform to enhance utilities’ predictive billing, personalized energy insights, and customer engagement capabilities as an add-on to Convey’s PE-backed platform.

Chicago-based private investment firm Uncommon Equity LLC has acquired Grand Rapids-based Project BarFly, LLC, which does business as HopCat, a regional casual dining and craft-beer restaurant group operating 12 Michigan locations and one in Lincoln, Nebraska. Financial terms were not disclosed; senior debt was provided by OakNorth Bank PLC and Rob Selati will participate as a strategic investor through Saxonwold Capital as part of the new ownership group.

Strength Capital Partners has completed an acquisition of Grand Equipment Company, a Hudsonville, Michigan-based construction equipment dealer and rental provider. Strength acquired Grand from Cognitive Capital Partners and will partner with CEO Jeff Grasman and the management team to support continued growth and expand the company's rental, sales, parts and service capabilities.

GFL Environmental, a portfolio company of Apollo Asset Management, has acquired Plummer's Environmental Services, a Grand Rapids-area provider of industrial and municipal environmental services. Charter Capital served as exclusive sell-side advisor to Plummer's in the transaction, which expands GFL's liquid and industrial waste capabilities and regional presence in Michigan.

Lightview Capital announced a strategic growth investment in FSS Technologies, a provider of integrated fire, security, life-safety and technology solutions headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Glass Lake Holdings served as the independent sponsor for the transaction; proceeds will support FSS’s expansion, enhanced service capabilities, and future strategic acquisitions.

DuBois Chemicals, a Cincinnati-based specialty chemical provider, has acquired Broadmoor Products, a Grand Rapids water treatment chemistry and services provider. The transaction expands DuBois' Water Solutions capabilities and deepens its service coverage across the United States and Canada; financial terms were not disclosed.

Funded Ventures' Heating & Cooling Services platform has acquired Naugle Heating & Cooling, a long-standing HVAC service provider based in Tecumseh, Michigan. The deal is part of Funded Ventures' seed portfolio buildout to establish regionally focused operating platforms in essential-service sectors.

Saothair Capital Partners has completed the acquisition of AAI from Halma Holdings Inc.; following the transaction AAI will be renamed Air Products and Controls (APC). Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, AAI designs and manufactures fire and life-safety detection devices (wireless smoke, heat and CO detectors) sold to residential security OEMs, HVAC and fire-system OEMs, and commercial distributors.

Active Thermal Solutions, a portfolio company of LDR Partners, has acquired D&B Heat Transfer Products, a Grand Rapids, Michigan–based radiator and heat-exchanger service provider. The add-on expands Active’s Midwest footprint, integrates D&B into the Active Radiator network, and broadens capabilities in DPF cleaning and aftermarket parts distribution to strengthen regional service coverage.

Peli BioThermal, a Platinum Equity‑backed temperature‑controlled logistics provider, acquired the Evo portfolio (SAVSU Cleo Technologies, LLC) from BioLife Solutions for $25.5 million in cash (subject to adjustments). The add‑on expands Peli BioThermal’s cryogenic and cold‑chain offerings—including the evoIS platform—and preserves the Bruce Township, Michigan operations to support Cell & Gene Therapy and pharmaceutical customers.

Wynnchurch Capital has acquired Charter Industries, a North American vertically integrated supplier of PVC and wood edgebanding and complementary products headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The seller was Incline Equity Partners; Wynnchurch said it will support Charter's next phase of growth, expanding capabilities and pursuing strategic acquisitions.

Austin-based Serata Capital Partners and Dallas-based Paceline Equity Partners have acquired EventLink (EventLink Holding Company), a Sterling Heights, Michigan experiential marketing and event services provider, from Fort Point Capital. The transaction transfers ownership to the two private equity managers, who plan to support EventLink's growth, expand capabilities and geographic reach, and deepen client relationships; terms were not disclosed.

Tamarix Equity Partners has made a strategic equity investment in Royal Oak Recycling, a multi-regional commercial recycling provider headquartered in Metro Detroit. The growth capital will support Royal Oak Recycling’s national expansion, deepen partnerships with marquee customers and vendors, and enhance the company’s service delivery across its nine facilities and 22-state coverage area.

XCEL NDT LLC, a Graycliff Partners portfolio company, acquired Integrity Assessment Group (IAG) to expand its non-destructive testing (NDT) and integrity services capabilities. The deal adds maintenance and cathodic protection services and broadens XCEL's end-market exposure—notably into power generation—while increasing manpower and specialized equipment.

Genesee Scientific, a portfolio company backed by LLR Partners, has acquired Jade Scientific, a Michigan-based distributor of chemicals and consumables for clinical reference, pharma/biotech, and environmental labs. The add-on expands Genesee’s lab essentials portfolio, broadening product offerings and strengthening service capabilities for customers nationwide.

The Stonewall Group, a private investment and management firm focused on architecture and engineering (A&E) companies, has partnered with AMDG Architects, an architecture and interior design firm headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The transaction represents The Stonewall Group's sixth partnership and aims to support AMDG's growth while preserving the firm's culture and design-focused mission.

Hadron has completed the acquisition of The Guarantee Company of North America USA (GCNA) from Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Intact Financial Corporation. The deal gives Hadron admitted licensing across all 50 U.S. states (plus DC and Puerto Rico) and U.S. Department of the Treasury authority for federal surety bonds, expanding its admitted platform and surety capabilities.

4M Building Solutions, a St. Louis–based commercial cleaning platform backed by O2 Investment Partners, has acquired Grand Rapids, Michigan–based Calvary Building Services. The add-on strengthens 4M's presence in West Michigan and brings Calvary's ~79 frontline team members and long‑tenured client contracts onto 4M's platform.

EyeSouth Partners completed the acquisition of Sunvera Group, a Michigan-based management services organization for ophthalmology practices and ambulatory surgery centers. The deal expands EyeSouth's footprint into Michigan and adds 15 practices and 4 ASCs across Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania as part of its continuing network growth.

Align ENT + Allergy (backed by Zenyth Partners) has entered into an affiliation with Allergy & Asthma Physicians of Commerce Township, a two-location allergy and asthma practice in the suburban Detroit market. The affiliation is an add-on expansion to Align's physician practice platform and will support AAPCT's provider growth and infrastructure development.