KPS Capital Partners

KPS Capital Partners, established in 1991 and headquartered in New York, is a private equity firm specializing in constructive investing in turnarounds, restructurings, bankruptcies, and other special situations. It focuses on making controlling equity investments in manufacturing companies across diverse industries, seeking to realize significant capital appreciation by improving and growing these businesses, both organically and through strategic acquisitions. KPS Capital manages several funds, including KPS Special Situations Funds, targeting various sectors such as industrial supplies, automotive, machinery, and manufacturing.

Charles H. Bagley

Senior Associate

Ryan Baker

Partner

Samuel Barmann

Associate

Jay Bernstein

Partner

Greg Boguslavsky

Principal

Talia Campbell

Senior Associate

Julio Carrera

Senior Associate

William Carter

Senior Associate

Peter Chapin

Vice President

Ryan Deane

Vice President

Rich Gerhardt

Associate

Ryan Harrison

Partner, Mid-Cap

Nicholas Hawk

Associate

Corey Javer

Vice President, Mid-Cap

Michael Kumar

Senior Associate

Christopher LaCosta

Vice President

Dean Mandrapilias

Principal, Mid-Cap

Mollie McGorisk

Associate

Kyle Mumford

Partner

Ashok Narayana

Senior Associate

Chris Overmyer

Vice President

Anna Peng

Principal

Michael Psaros

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Andrew Ravenna

Principal, Mid-Cap

Kaleigh Riggs

Associate

Jacob Sadowitz

Associate

Rahul Sevani

Partner

Rushil Shukla

Associate

Olivia Sylvester

Associate

Isabelle Tabak

Associate

Bryan Verbel

Vice President

Pierre de Villeméjane

Partner, Mid-Cap

Frank Vozza

Senior Associate

Steven Yakita

Associate

Ryan Zeplin

Associate

Thomas Zisis

Associate

Past deals in Industrial Machinery

Crane Company - Engineered Materials Business

Acquisition in 2024
Crane Company - Engineered Materials Business is a unit of Crane Company that is a provider of fiberglass reinforced plastic services.

Catalyst Acoustics Group

Acquisition in 2024
Catalyst Acoustics Group is a holding company based in Agawam, Massachusetts, specializing in manufacturing commercial and architectural acoustic noise control products. It operates as the parent entity of a diverse group of companies that provide a wide range of solutions for acoustic, seismic, vibration, and noise control. The company serves various sectors, including industrial, architectural, commercial, construction, healthcare, and government. By leveraging the unique offerings of its subsidiary brands, Catalyst Acoustics Group aims to deliver comprehensive noise control solutions while benefiting from shared resources and expertise across its operations.

Catalyst Acoustics Group

Acquisition in 2024
Catalyst Acoustics Group is a holding company based in Agawam, Massachusetts, specializing in manufacturing commercial and architectural acoustic noise control products. It operates as the parent entity of a diverse group of companies that provide a wide range of solutions for acoustic, seismic, vibration, and noise control. The company serves various sectors, including industrial, architectural, commercial, construction, healthcare, and government. By leveraging the unique offerings of its subsidiary brands, Catalyst Acoustics Group aims to deliver comprehensive noise control solutions while benefiting from shared resources and expertise across its operations.

Innomotics

Acquisition in 2024
Innomotics is a global provider of mission-critical electric motors and large drive systems. The company specializes in optimizing customers' processes, uptime, efficiency, and profitability by offering a range of products including low-voltage motors, medium-voltage drives, generators, and geared motors. These products support industrial motion, electrification, sustainability, and digitalization, serving diverse industries and infrastructure worldwide.

Pemco International

Acquisition in 2022
Pemco International is a producer of enamel and ceramic frits, specializing in porcelain enamel and specialty frit-based products tailored for various applications. The company serves sectors such as household appliances, industrial processes, metallurgy, and glass. Pemco International offers solutions that include surface protection, branded aesthetics, coloring agents, and metal-processing services, positioning itself as a key player in the market for high-quality materials used in diverse manufacturing processes.

Tate & Lyle - Sweetener

Acquisition in 2021
Tate & Lyle - sweetener is a global ingredient and solution provider for the food, beverage, and industrial markets. The company is dedicated to improving the lives of future generations by promoting healthier and more delicious food and beverage options.

Siderforgerossi Group

Acquisition in 2021
Siderforgerossi Group is a prominent manufacturer of rolled and forged products, specializing in large-diameter forged items. The company operates with a vertically integrated approach, encompassing various manufacturing processes that include ring-rolling, open-die forging, and closed-die forging. Siderforgerossi primarily serves diverse end markets such as wind energy, oil and gas, earthmoving, automotive, conventional and nuclear energy, and aerospace, with a strong presence in Europe and India. Its comprehensive capabilities across the manufacturing spectrum position Siderforgerossi as a key player in the forging industry.

AM General

Acquisition in 2020
AM General LLC, based in South Bend, Indiana, is a prominent designer, manufacturer, and supplier of specialized vehicles for military and commercial clients worldwide. The company is renowned for its expertise in light tactical vehicles, having produced and sustained over 300,000 units across more than 60 countries. In addition to its military offerings, AM General has a growing commercial division that includes subsidiaries such as General Engine Products, General Transmission Products, and Mobility Ventures, the latter of which produces the MV-1, a vehicle specifically designed for wheelchair users. The company also serves as the exclusive contract manufacturer for Mercedes-Benz in the United States, producing the R-Class vehicle. With over sixty years of experience, AM General is well-equipped to meet the evolving demands of the defense and automotive sectors, supported by a workforce located in Indiana, Michigan, and Ohio, along with a broad supplier network across 43 states.

Briggs & Stratton

Acquisition in 2020
Briggs & Stratton Corporation is a manufacturer specializing in air-cooled gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, primarily serving the lawn and garden industries. The company designs, produces, and sells engines and related service parts and accessories, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) globally. Its product portfolio includes generators, pressure washers, snow throwers, and a variety of lawn and garden equipment, such as riding and walk-behind mowers. Briggs & Stratton operates in two main segments: Engines and Power Products. The company is also involved in the production of commercial lithium-ion batteries, expanding its offerings in power generation and turf care. Products are distributed through various channels, including consumer home centers, department stores, mass merchants, warehouse clubs, independent dealers, and online platforms. In 2011, Briggs & Stratton expanded its operations by acquiring Premier Power Equipments and Products Private Ltd. in India.

Briggs & Stratton

Debt Financing in 2020
Briggs & Stratton Corporation is a manufacturer specializing in air-cooled gasoline engines for outdoor power equipment, primarily serving the lawn and garden industries. The company designs, produces, and sells engines and related service parts and accessories, catering to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) globally. Its product portfolio includes generators, pressure washers, snow throwers, and a variety of lawn and garden equipment, such as riding and walk-behind mowers. Briggs & Stratton operates in two main segments: Engines and Power Products. The company is also involved in the production of commercial lithium-ion batteries, expanding its offerings in power generation and turf care. Products are distributed through various channels, including consumer home centers, department stores, mass merchants, warehouse clubs, independent dealers, and online platforms. In 2011, Briggs & Stratton expanded its operations by acquiring Premier Power Equipments and Products Private Ltd. in India.

Lufkin

Acquisition in 2020
Lufkin is a global provider of rod lift products, technologies, services and solutions, including automated control and optimization equipment and software for rod lift equipment to the oil and gas industry. With over 100 years of industry leadership, Lufkin manufactures a complete line of surface pumping units, downhole sucker rod pumps and automation systems in six manufacturing and assembly facilities worldwide. Lufkin has an extensive global service footprint that operates in every critical rod lift market in the world.

Howden Group

Acquisition in 2019
Howden Group Ltd. is a manufacturer based in Renfrew, United Kingdom, specializing in air and gas handling equipment. The company designs and produces a wide range of products, including axial and centrifugal fans, compressors, rotary lobe blowers, and heating solutions. It also offers aftermarket services such as spare parts supply, repairs, and refurbishments. Howden serves various industries, including HVAC, waste water treatment, power generation, and petrochemicals, among others, helping clients achieve environmental and operational compliance. Established in 1949, Howden Group is committed to providing engineered solutions that enhance efficiency and support sustainable practices across its diverse customer base.

C&D Technologies

Acquisition in 2017
C&D Technologies is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in integrated reserve power systems designed for regulating and monitoring power flow, as well as providing backup power solutions. The company focuses on engineering and servicing innovative products that facilitate power system integration, storage, and conversion. Its applications cater primarily to the utility, telecommunications, and uninterruptible power supply sectors, ensuring clients can effectively manage their power needs. C&D Technologies is dedicated to delivering reliable and efficient power solutions to enhance energy management for its customers.

Electrical Components International

Acquisition in 2014
Electrical Components International, Inc., established in 1953 and headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, is a manufacturer specializing in wire harnesses, leads, complex harness sub-assemblies, radiant glass heaters, power cords, and electro-mechanical assemblies. These products serve diverse markets such as home appliances, transportation equipment, HVAC systems, construction and agricultural machinery, and industrial machines. The company supplies distribution systems, control box assemblies, and other critical engineered components tailored to these sectors.

Waupaca Foundry

Acquisition in 2012
Waupaca Foundry is the world's largest producer of gray, ductile, austempered ductile, and compacted graphite iron, with a production capacity exceeding 9,500 tons per day. The company is renowned for its high-quality iron castings, which serve various industries, including automotive, commercial vehicles, agriculture, and construction. Utilizing custom-built vertical green sand molding machines, Waupaca Foundry combines advanced technology with decades of expertise from its workforce to deliver durable and reliable products. In addition to castings, the company specializes in precision machining and assembly, ensuring that its clients receive products that meet stringent specifications while optimizing costs. Waupaca Foundry's commitment to innovation and quality has established it as a trusted partner for customers seeking superior iron casting solutions.

Chassis Brakes International

Acquisition in 2012
Chassis Brakes International Group is a leading global manufacturer of automotive braking solutions, specializing in foundation brakes and components for original equipment manufacturers. Established in 2012 and headquartered in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, the company produces a wide range of products including brake calipers, disc brakes, drum brakes, and automated parking brakes, primarily for passenger cars and light commercial vehicles. With a workforce of approximately 5,200 employees, Chassis Brakes International operates 13 manufacturing sites and 11 engineering centers across Europe, Asia, South America, and Australia. The company leverages over 90 years of expertise in the braking industry, ensuring high technical performance and reliability, which has earned it numerous quality and performance awards from customers. Its extensive global footprint allows for effective service and support to clients around the world.

American & Efird

Acquisition in 2011
American & Efird is the largest manufacturer of sewing thread in the United States and the second-largest globally, specializing in premium quality industrial and consumer sewing thread, embroidery thread, and technical textiles. The company serves a wide range of industries, including apparel, automotive, home furnishings, medical supplies, and footwear, providing essential products that support the manufacturing processes of its clients. With a commitment to quality and customer service, American & Efird operates 22 manufacturing facilities across 20 countries, distributing products in 44 countries and selling in over 95 countries. The company is also recognized for its leadership in environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility, prioritizing the safety and health of its workforce, which includes over 9,000 associates worldwide.

International Equipment Solutions

Acquisition in 2011
International Equipment Solutions provides manufactures and distributes industrial equipment. The Company provides machinery for construction, agriculture, landscaping, infrastructure, recycling, demolition, mining, and energy industries. IES serves customers worldwide.

Global Brass and Copper Holdings

Acquisition in 2007
Global Brass and Copper Holdings operates as a prominent converter, fabricator, distributor, and processor of specialized copper and brass products in North America through its subsidiary, Global Brass and Copper, Inc. The company engages in various metalworking processes including melting, casting, rolling, drawing, extruding, and stamping to produce a diverse range of finished and semi-finished alloy products from processed scrap and refined metals. Their product offerings encompass sheet, strip, foil, rod, tube, and various fabricated metal components, marketed under the Olin Brass, A.J. Oster, and Chase Brass brands. These products serve multiple industries, including building and housing, munitions, automotive, transportation, coinage, and electronics. With a workforce of around 2,000 employees, the company operates 11 manufacturing facilities and distribution centers throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. Additionally, Global Brass and Copper maintains a significant presence in Asia through joint ventures in China and Japan, complemented by sales offices in China and Singapore, and caters to European customers via distribution agreements in the United Kingdom and Germany.

Bristol Compressors International

Acquisition in 2007
Bristol Compressors International, Inc. is a global manufacturer and designer of compression technology, specializing in hermetic and scroll compressors. The company provides essential components for residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. By offering competitive cost solutions, Bristol Compressors supports HVAC manufacturers in delivering efficient air conditioning and heat pump systems.

HHI Group Holdings

Acquisition in 2005
HHI Group Holdings operates as a business unit of Metaldyne.HHI Group Holdings Manufactures of forged parts for power train and wheel end applications in the automotive industry. The company's products include wheel hubs, transmission turbine hubs and axle ring and pinion gears.

Ashcroft Holdings

Acquisition in 2005
Ashcroft is an industrial automation company specializing in the manufacturing of pressure and temperature instrumentation. The company's product offerings include pressure gauges, transducers, transmitters, and pressure and temperature switches, which are essential devices used across various industries. Ashcroft markets its products under several brands, including Ashcroft, Ebro, Heise, Weksler, and Willy, catering to a diverse range of applications in the industrial sector.

AmeriCast Technologies

Acquisition in 2003
AmeriCast Technologies Company offers designing, tooling, stainless steel castings, assembling, and testing services. AmeriCast Technologies serves mining and heavy construction, energy, rail, transport, and defense markets worldwide.

Speedline Technologies

Acquisition in 2003
Speedline Technologies, located in Franklin, MA, is a prominent global manufacturer of equipment and services for the printed circuit board and semiconductor packaging industries. The company offers a comprehensive range of products through its four core lines: MPM, Electrovert, Accel, and Camalot, along with its Protect services. Speedline specializes in surface mount technology (SMT), producing reflow ovens, coating equipment, and wafer bumping systems, as well as packaging and encapsulation equipment for semiconductor manufacturing. With the largest installed base in the SMT sector, Speedline serves numerous leading electronics companies worldwide, establishing itself as a key player in the industry.

WireCo WorldGroup

Acquisition in 2003
WireCo WorldGroup Inc. is a manufacturer of steel and synthetic ropes, specialty wires, and engineered products, serving a diverse range of industries, including industrial and infrastructure, oil and gas, fishing, mining, maritime, and construction. The company produces a variety of products such as drill lines, mining ropes, cranes, mooring lines, and electromechanical cables, as well as synthetic ropes, yarns, and tapes for applications in agriculture, geotextiles, and sports products. WireCo WorldGroup also offers high carbon wire and specialty wires for various end markets. The company's products are marketed under several well-known brands and are distributed globally through a network of sales professionals targeting distributors, original equipment manufacturers, and contractors. Founded in 1931 and based in Prairie Village, Kansas, WireCo WorldGroup was previously known as Wire Rope Corporation of America and adopted its current name in 2007. It operates as a subsidiary of WireCo WorldGroup US Holdings, Inc.

New Flyer Industries

Private Equity Round in 2002
New Flyer Industries is a manufacturer of heavy-duty buses in the U.S. and Canada. Offering the broadest line of transit vehicles, they have secured their strong position by providing reliable transportation solutions that meet the needs of today while anticipating the needs of tomorrow. Known for breaking new ground with the first low-floor bus, the first diesel-electric bus and most recently, the world’s first zero-emission hydrogen fuel cell fleet, they remain dedicated to innovation and excellence as they provide customers with a wide range of products such as clean-running, fuel-efficient hybrid buses; zero-emission electric trolleys; buses with alternative fuels, like hydrogen and CNG and clean diesel buses. Their products put us on the map. Quality and innovation keep us ahead. Starting in 1930 as a five-person operation known as Western Auto & Truck Body Builders Ltd., New Flyer has grown to an international organization of over 2,200 highly-skilled people dedicated to planning, producing and servicing the industry’s most reliable heavy-duty transit vehicles. To ensure consistent and dependable delivery of their industry-leading products and services, New Flyer operates manufacturing facilities in Winnipeg, MB; Crookston, MN; and St. Cloud, MN, with sales and service representatives located throughout Canada and the US. Their Aftermarket Organization operates distribution centers in Winnipeg, MB; Brampton, ON; Erlanger, KY; Fresno, CA; and a service center in Arnprior, ON. New Flyer continues to lead by example as they strive for a better product, a better workplace and a better world. Their customers are proud to know that their earth-friendly products are made in a responsible way, which includes giving their employees a safe and healthy place to work and taking steps to minimize their impact on the environment. They believe that manufacturing products that are built to last means forming solid and enduring customer relationships. This is evident every step of the way: from their first discussions about the unique needs of a prospective buyer; to quality assurance with their customers during production; to aftermarket support. It’s how they build a better product and provide better support for their customers.

Herr-Voss Stamco

Acquisition in 2001
Herr-Voss Stamco specializes in manufacturing equipment for metal coil processing, including roll coating and electrostatic oiling systems. The company is recognized for its expertise in mill roll reconditioning, texturing, and grinding services, catering to customers in the coil and sheet metal processing industries. In addition to manufacturing, Herr-Voss Stamco offers rebuild, repair, and spare parts services, ensuring timely and efficient support for its global clientele. The company's commitment to providing superior working solutions is reflected in its distinguished record of service and equipment quality.
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