Norwest Mezzanine Partners

Bix Produce Company, LLC, founded in 1930, is a leading distributor of bulk and pre-cut fruits and vegetables, dairy products, cheese, and nuts. Based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, the company serves a diverse clientele, including restaurants, hotels, educational institutions, country clubs, and food service distributors across Minnesota, Western Wisconsin, and Eastern North Dakota. Bix Produce emphasizes quality and customer service, with a commitment to delivering fresh food products sourced directly from growers. The company operates a modern processing facility that runs six days a week, employing over 260 people, and has expanded its capabilities to meet growing demand for organic and specialty produce. Since its inception, Bix Produce has evolved from a single truck operation into a regional industry leader, reflecting its enduring philosophy of quality and service excellence.

Woodcraft Industries is a prominent manufacturer specializing in hardwood and engineered wood products, primarily serving the kitchen and bathroom cabinet industry. Founded in 1945 by Theodore Ritsche in St. Cloud, Minnesota, the company initially started as a small cabinet and fixture shop. Over the decades, Woodcraft Industries has grown to become one of the leading manufacturers of volume hardwood and laminated components, offering a wide range of products including assembled doors, cabinet fronts, trays, and frames. The company's commitment to quality and integrity ensures that it meets customer specifications consistently, delivering superior products and services on time.

Norwesco, Inc. is a prominent manufacturer of rotationally molded polyethylene tanks, primarily serving agricultural and industrial sectors in North America. Established in 1939 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the company originally operated as Northwest Plastics, Inc. before rebranding in 1973. It has grown to become the largest supplier of rotationally molded tanks globally, operating 14 manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada. Norwesco's product offerings include liquid storage tanks, water and waste management tanks, valves, couplers, and fittings. The company has significantly expanded its geographic footprint and is recognized as one of the largest rotational molders in North America. Over the years, Norwesco has undergone several ownership changes, with its most recent acquisition by Olympus Partners in 2008, which positioned it as part of Tank Holding Company alongside Snyder Industries.

Teraco is a custom print products provider that has been in operation since 1962, originally founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, before relocating to Midland, Texas, in 1970. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including plastic and gift cards, identification cards, hotel key cards, name badges, and various promotional items such as rulers and luggage tags. Teraco also offers a suite of services that encompasses card personalization, artwork design, online proofing, printing, and mailing. Since acquiring the assets of Innovative Plastic Card Printing Corporation in 2008, Teraco has integrated operations to enhance efficiency and capacity at its Midland facility. The company remains committed to evolving with industry trends while maintaining a strong focus on customer relationships, aiming to provide tailored solutions that meet specific client needs with a reputation for speed and service.

Teraco is a custom print products provider that has been in operation since 1962, originally founded in Minneapolis, Minnesota, before relocating to Midland, Texas, in 1970. The company specializes in a diverse range of products, including plastic and gift cards, identification cards, hotel key cards, name badges, and various promotional items such as rulers and luggage tags. Teraco also offers a suite of services that encompasses card personalization, artwork design, online proofing, printing, and mailing. Since acquiring the assets of Innovative Plastic Card Printing Corporation in 2008, Teraco has integrated operations to enhance efficiency and capacity at its Midland facility. The company remains committed to evolving with industry trends while maintaining a strong focus on customer relationships, aiming to provide tailored solutions that meet specific client needs with a reputation for speed and service.

Michaels of Oregon is a prominent manufacturer and distributor of hunting, shooting, and law enforcement accessories, operating under well-known brands such as Uncle Mike’s, Hoppe's, and Butler Creek. The company produces a diverse range of products, including holsters, slings, swivels, gun cases, belts, and gun cleaning supplies, serving the needs of law enforcement, military, and civilian shooting and hunting markets. With its headquarters located in a 43,000 square foot facility in Oregon City, Oregon, the company employs approximately 270 people and has expanded its operations to other locations, including Meridian, Idaho, and New Ulm, Minnesota. Michaels of Oregon combines its rich historical backdrop with modern technology to enhance customer service and streamline operations.