Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC is a private equity firm established in 1995 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, with additional offices in Dedham, Massachusetts; Greenwich, Connecticut; New York, New York; London, United Kingdom; and Singapore City, Singapore. The firm specializes in leveraged buyouts and focuses on corporate divestitures, public-to-private transactions, and mergers and acquisitions. Platinum Equity invests across a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, telecommunications, healthcare, and technology, among others. It typically targets companies with enterprise values between $100 million and $10 billion, often taking majority stakes but also considering minority investments. The firm aims to create value through strategic management and operational improvements, catering primarily to lower mid-market businesses.
R&B Wholesale Distributors is a wholesaler, distributer and supplier of electronic appliances.
Global
Private Equity Round in 2024
Global is a supplier and distributor of HVAC/R components. Their products include air conditioning, electrical service, capacitors, hard-start kits, definite-purpose contactors, fuses, HVAC controls, heating, relays, transformers, and tools. An online inquiry form is available on the company's website.
Branding Iron
Debt Financing in 2024
Branding Iron is a food processing firm that focuses on customized business, product development, and burger solutions.
RELAM
Debt Financing in 2024
RELAM supplies high-quality railroad track equipment for rent and lease to railroads construction companies.
Flli Polli
Acquisition in 2024
Flli Polli specializes in a wide range of kitchen products and recipes.
Rise Baking
Private Equity Round in 2024
Rise Baking Company, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, specializes in the production and retail of a diverse range of bakery products, including premium cookies, dessert bars, artisan breads, and flatbreads. The company serves a wide array of blue-chip customers across various channels, including in-store bakeries, food service, and convenience markets in North America. Rise Baking is committed to quality, offering freshly-baked bread and rolls made from all-natural ingredients, ensuring that their products contain no trans fats. As a manufacturer and distributor, Rise Baking plays a significant role in the grocery retail and restaurant markets, providing pre-packaged and pre-labeled bakery items.
Inventia Healthcare - Oral Solid Dosage Business
Acquisition in 2024
Inventia Healthcare - Oral Solid Dosage Business is a unit of Inventia Healthcare that provides medical pharmaceutical services.
ASP Global
Acquisition in 2024
ASP Global is a privately held, Atlanta-based company with additional operations in the Pacific Rim. ASP Global is a leading global sourcing agent/wholesaler of medical supplies with a proven track record. Our expert management team has decades of experience in the healthcare and sourcing industries. Our knowledgeable staff¬ can provide direction on a wide range of medical supplies, including disposables, rehab supplies, equipment and surgical products – including foam, plastics, metals, wood, textiles, and electronics. Our long-standing relationships with 120+ factories enable us to deliver high quality products at factory pricing directly to our clients. We place the highest value on providing customer service excellence with the utmost integrity.
MARS
Private Equity Round in 2024
MARS provides motors, components and equipment product. They provide commercial and residential HVAC/R motors, components and equipment in the industry. They address inquiries through phone, email, and online applications.
Westfall Technik
Debt Financing in 2024
Westfall Technik is combining core competencies across an international group of companies. Our goal is to provide highly efficient, highly productive manufacturing solutions to serve the medical, packaging, and consumer goods market spaces.
TAK Communications
Private Equity Round in 2024
TAK Communications, founded in 2004 and based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, specializes in internet and communication infrastructure services. The company offers a range of services including broadband, cable installation, and telecommunication solutions. Its operations encompass project management, engineering, and construction, as well as fulfillment and installation services. Additionally, TAK Communications is involved in sales and marketing, providing on-premises connectivity and application services to customers across the United States.
E&A Scheer
Acquisition in 2024
E&A Scheer BV is a company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, that specializes in the import, blending, and trading of rum and other distillates. Founded in 1712, it offers a variety of tailor-made rum blends, including light rum, heavy and high ester rum, and aged rum, along with Batavia Arrack and Cachaça. The company serves multiple markets, including alcoholic beverages, flavors and fragrances, confectionery, and tobacco. E&A Scheer has established connections with various distilleries, enabling it to provide clients with a diverse range of styles and flavors in rum.
Augusta Sportswear
Acquisition in 2024
Augusta Sportswear is a manufacturer and distributor of sports apparel, specializing in on-field team uniforms and related sportswear. The company provides a diverse range of products, including shorts, pants, compression gear, outerwear, fleece, hoodies, jackets, pullovers, and varsity jackets. By focusing on affordability and quality, Augusta Sportswear aims to meet the needs of customers seeking athletic apparel for various sports and activities.
Horizon Organic Holding
Acquisition in 2024
Horizon Organic Holding Corporation is a prominent producer of certified organic foods based in Broomfield, Colorado. It is recognized as the leading brand of organic milk in both the United States and the United Kingdom. The company offers a diverse range of products in the U.S., including organic milk, a full line of dairy products, organic eggs, and juices. In the U.K., Horizon Organic markets its offerings under the Rachel's Organic brand, which includes organic yogurt, milk, and butter. By providing a wide variety of organic dairy options, Horizon Organic caters to consumers seeking healthy and sustainable food choices.
Kohler Power
Acquisition in 2023
Kohler Power manufactures and markets generators for marine, residential, industrial, and mobile applications.The company offers diesel and gas generators, generator controls, transfer switches, paralleling switchgears, towable generators, residential generators, remote monitoring systems, commercial generators, and mobile generators. It also provides rental solutions with portable trailerized restrooms, portable HVAC systems, and generators. In addition, the company offers QuickSize, a generator sizing software. It serves industrial/commercial, telecommunications, health care, government, data centers, retail, agriculture, institutional facilities, commercial vehicles, recreational vehicles, and heavy-duty trucks market.
US LBM Holdings
Private Equity Round in 2023
US LBM is a building materials company that provides lumber and building materials.
The Cook & Boardman Group
Acquisition in 2023
The Cook & Boardman Group, LLC is a leading distributor of architectural hardware, doors, door frames, and related building products specifically for non-residential applications in the United States. Established in 1955 and headquartered in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, the company serves a diverse clientele, including general contractors, design-build contractors, commercial building owners, and national accounts. Its product offerings encompass custom wood doors, architectural woodwork, access control systems, and metal doors, as well as engineering and fabrication services. The company operates multiple locations across North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Utah, Idaho, and Maine, positioning itself as a vital partner in commercial, educational, governmental, healthcare, office, and hospitality construction projects.
RELAM
Debt Financing in 2023
RELAM supplies high-quality railroad track equipment for rent and lease to railroads construction companies.
The HC Companies
Acquisition in 2023
The HC Companies is a manufacturer specializing in horticultural containers for various markets, including greenhouse, nursery, cannabis, retail, and commercial sectors. The company produces a diverse range of plastic containers, including those made through injection, blow-molding, and thermoforming processes. In addition to traditional plastic products, The HC Companies offers eco-friendly options crafted from coconut coir fiber and recycled paper materials. Their product lineup features pot and tray systems, hanging baskets, and seed starting kits, all designed to meet the needs of their customers at competitive prices.
JELD-WEN - Australasia Windows and Doors Business
Acquisition in 2023
JELD-WEN - Australasia Windows and Doors Business is a producer, designer, and distributor of windows, doors, and related building products.
Tarter Gate
Acquisition in 2023
Tarter Gate is a retail company specializing in gating and fencing solutions.
Hop Lun
Acquisition in 2022
Hop Lun is a manufacturer and supplier specializing in fashion lingerie and swimwear, catering primarily to major global retailers. The company is involved in various services, including pre-production, product design, material sourcing, and sales and merchandising. By streamlining these processes, Hop Lun is able to deliver its products at competitive prices, positioning itself as a key player in the fashion industry.
Leaders Romans Group
Acquisition in 2022
Leaders Romans Group is a provider of comprehensive property-related services, catering to a diverse clientele that includes individual property owners and corporate organizations. The company specializes in residential property lettings, sales, and associated professional services such as planning and surveying. By offering tailored solutions, Leaders Romans Group supports clients throughout the entire property transaction process, from land acquisition and new home development to mortgage advice. Their expertise ensures that both individual clients and national housebuilders receive the necessary guidance to navigate the complexities of the real estate market effectively.
Romans Group
Acquisition in 2022
The Romans Group (established in 1987) is a multi-faceted property business operating from 24 locations across England and Wales. Divisions of The Romans Group and their operational areas include: Romans Estate Agents - residential property lettings, sales, auctions and new homes across Berkshire, Surrey and North Hampshire Romans Surveyors - Chartered Building Surveyors and members of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) operating predominantly across the South East Romans Mortgage Services - Independent Financial and Mortgage Advisers operating in the same areas as Romans Estate Agents Boyer Planning - a top 20 planning consultancy with offices in Cardiff, Colchester, London, Twickenham and Wokingham. Now employing over 450 people, The Group was recently recognised for its commitment to its employees' wellbeing, training, career development and working environment in a recent Best Companies Survey. We recognise our people are our strength and are always delighted to talk to people who are passionate about developing their careers in property.
Pelican Products
Acquisition in 2021
Pelican Products, Inc. is a leading designer and manufacturer of protective cases, temperature-controlled packaging solutions, and portable lighting systems. Established in 1976 and headquartered in Torrance, California, the company serves professionals in demanding industries such as defense, law enforcement, aerospace, and entertainment, as well as outdoor enthusiasts. Pelican's extensive product lineup includes rugged cases for laptops and cameras, coolers, drinkware, and advanced lighting systems, all engineered to endure extreme conditions. With a global presence in 12 countries, Pelican operates 22 offices and five manufacturing facilities, ensuring that their high-performance products are accessible to a wide range of customers through a network of dealers and online platforms.
McGraw-Hill Education
Private Equity Round in 2021
McGraw-Hill Education is a leading provider of comprehensive learning solutions that enhance educational experiences for students and educators alike. The company specializes in a wide range of resources, including printed materials, e-books, mobile applications, and digital platforms designed for various subjects such as science, mathematics, social studies, and the arts. McGraw-Hill Education focuses on adaptive learning solutions and K-12 assessment tools, utilizing data and analytics to support educators in delivering personalized instruction. Its offerings also extend to professional development resources for educators and materials for adult basic education. By combining traditional educational content with innovative digital solutions, McGraw-Hill Education aims to accelerate learning and unlock the potential of each learner.
Petmate
Acquisition in 2021
Petmate, an international company, continues to produce many of products in the USA at manufacturing facilities in Arlington, Texas. The source much of the plastic used in our manufacturing from our Spectrum Plastics Facility, also based in Arlington.
Unical Defense
Acquisition in 2021
Unical Defense specializes in providing comprehensive aftermarket component parts solutions for military aircraft. The company supplies military aviation products and support services to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), as well as to domestic and foreign governments and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) stations worldwide. Leveraging over two decades of experience in the aerospace sector, Unical Defense is dedicated to managing the component repair lifecycle, facilitating component exchange and leasing, and handling the purchase and exchange of surplus parts. This enables clients to access consumable and expendable inventories at competitive prices, thereby supporting the operational needs of military aviation.
Oregon Tool
Acquisition in 2021
Oregon Tool is a manufacturer and distributor of precision cutting tools focused on the forestry, farming, and concrete cutting sectors. The company offers a wide range of products, including saw chains and guide bars for chainsaws, diamond saw chains for concrete and pipe, agricultural tractor attachments, and finish mowers. Additionally, Oregon Tool provides outdoor equipment accessories and OEM replacement parts, ensuring that its products are safe to operate and easy to maintain. With a strong emphasis on quality and reliability, Oregon Tool serves various industries, delivering essential tools to support effective and efficient operations.
Paramount Global Services
Acquisition in 2021
Paramount Global Services is a packaging company specializing in plastic, glass, metal containers, closures, and dispensing systems.
Solenis
Acquisition in 2021
Solenis is a global producer of specialty chemicals for water-intensive industries, including the pulp, paper, oil and gas, petroleum refining, chemical processing, mining, biorefining, power and municipal markets. The company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of process, functional and water treatment chemistries as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets and minimize environmental impact.
McGraw-Hill Education
Acquisition in 2021
McGraw-Hill Education is a leading provider of comprehensive learning solutions that enhance educational experiences for students and educators alike. The company specializes in a wide range of resources, including printed materials, e-books, mobile applications, and digital platforms designed for various subjects such as science, mathematics, social studies, and the arts. McGraw-Hill Education focuses on adaptive learning solutions and K-12 assessment tools, utilizing data and analytics to support educators in delivering personalized instruction. Its offerings also extend to professional development resources for educators and materials for adult basic education. By combining traditional educational content with innovative digital solutions, McGraw-Hill Education aims to accelerate learning and unlock the potential of each learner.
SVP Worldwide
Acquisition in 2021
SVP Worldwide Inc. is engaged in the design, manufacture, and distribution of consumer and artisan sewing, quilting, embroidery, and overlock machines.
Urbaser
Acquisition in 2021
Urbaser is an environmental services company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and operates in approximately 15 countries. Founded in 1990, it specializes in comprehensive environmental solutions, including waste management, water treatment, and urban services. Urbaser provides a range of services such as waste collection, recycling, street cleaning, wastewater treatment, and the management of landscaped areas. The company is committed to promoting sustainability and circularity, striving to create cleaner and more sustainable urban environments through its diverse offerings.
Club Car
Acquisition in 2021
Club Car is a manufacturer based in Augusta, Georgia, specializing in gas and electric vehicles for various applications, including golf, utility, and personal transportation. The company's product range includes golf carts, multi-passenger shuttle vehicles, rough-terrain and off-road vehicles, as well as turf vehicles. Additionally, Club Car offers mobile merchandising beverage vehicles and a variety of accessories, such as enclosures, seat covers, windshields, and storage solutions. Through its diverse offerings, Club Car caters to both recreational and light industrial markets.
Cabinetworks Group
Acquisition in 2021
Cabinetworks Group is the independently owned manufacturer and distributor of kitchen and bath cabinets in the United States. under the nation's brands, including KraftMaid, Medallion, Smart, Merillat, Yorktowne, Echelon, Advanta, Studio Full Access, Master WoodCraft, and Cabinets 2000. The company produces both framed and frameless cabinetry, operating out of 14 assembly plants and three-component facilities, and serves customers through a multi-channel approach including sales to dealers, home centers, and distributors across the United States.
NDC
Acquisition in 2021
NDC, headquartered in Nashville, provides health care fulfillment and delivery services such as dental products and vaccines. The company receives the supplies from manufacturers and ships them either directly to customers or other local distributors.
Mad Engine
Acquisition in 2021
Mad Engine is a prominent global apparel wholesaler specializing in licensed, branded, and private label clothing and accessories. The company partners with well-known brands such as Marvel, Star Wars, Disney, and Nickelodeon, offering a diverse range of products that includes men's and boys' t-shirts, fashion tops and bottoms, denim, dresses, outerwear, pajamas, underwear, hats, beanies, backpacks, purses, watches, and sunglasses. With facilities across multiple continents, Mad Engine emphasizes customer service, manufacturing, quality assurance, and distribution, allowing it to cater to a broad clientele that ranges from independent boutiques to large-scale retailers. This comprehensive approach ensures that the company effectively meets the varied needs of its customers while enhancing their overall experience.
Ingram Micro
Acquisition in 2020
Ingram Micro Inc. is a global distributor of information technology (IT) products and supply chain solutions, headquartered in Santa Ana, California. Founded in 1979, the company provides a wide range of IT products, including peripherals, systems, software, and networking equipment. Its offerings encompass printers, servers, business application software, networking hardware, and various communication products. In addition to product distribution, Ingram Micro delivers comprehensive supply chain services, technical support, financial services, and managed services to enhance operational efficiency for its clients in the technology and e-commerce sectors. The company markets its products and services through a network of sales representatives, resellers, and distributors, operating multiple distribution centers globally.
NESCO Specialty Rentals
Acquisition in 2020
Nesco is a provider of specialty equipment, parts, tools, accessories and services to the electric utility transmission and distribution, telecommunications and rail markets in North America. Nesco offers its specialized equipment to a diverse customer base for the maintenance, repair, upgrade and installation of critical infrastructure assets including electric lines, telecommunications networks and rail systems. Nesco's coast-to-coast rental fleet of more than 4,000 units includes aerial devices, boom trucks, cranes, digger derricks, pressure drills, stringing gear, hi-rail equipment, repair parts, tools and accessories.
Deluxe Media
Acquisition in 2020
Deluxe Media is a prominent provider of a comprehensive suite of services and technologies tailored for the global entertainment industry. Catering to content creators, broadcasters, and streaming platforms, the company specializes in various aspects of content production and distribution, including features, television, and commercials. Their offerings encompass production and post-production services, digital distribution, multi-platform development, and marketing services. Deluxe Media also provides specialized services such as motion picture film processing, digital intermediates, subtitling, visual effects, and home entertainment solutions. With facilities located in North America, Europe, and Australia, the company utilizes a cloud-based platform to deliver customizable, end-to-end solutions, allowing clients to effectively create, transform, and distribute content to audiences worldwide.
L&R Distributors
Acquisition in 2020
L&R Distributors, Inc. is a national distributor based in Brooklyn, New York, specializing in general merchandise, health and beauty care, and cosmetic products. Founded in 1956, the company offers an extensive range of over 30,000 products, including appliances, baby goods, personal care items, and seasonal products, serving more than 17,000 distribution points across supermarkets, drug stores, and independent retailers throughout the United States. L&R Distributors also provides retail services such as merchandising, resets, and data analytics to enhance the shopping experience for its clients. With additional distribution centers in New Jersey, California, and Arkansas, the company has developed a robust e-commerce platform that includes direct-to-consumer fulfillment. Through its innovative approach and commitment to efficiency, L&R Distributors aims to help retail partners reduce costs and boost sales.
Paradigm Talent Agency
Private Equity Round in 2020
Paradigm Talent Agency is an American full-service entertainment agency, guiding the careers of an elite roster of actors, musical artists, directors, writers, and producers. Paradigm's select yet diverse client list allows it to effectively compete with other large agencies while guaranteeing personalized attention to every client. With offices in Los Angeles, New York City, Monterey, California, and Nashville, Tennessee, Paradigm provides representation to clients across its motion picture, television, music, comedy, and personal appearances, theatre, books, new media, commercial and physical production departments.
Pacific Architects and Engineers
Post in 2020
Pacific Architects and Engineers Incorporated (PAE) is a provider of services that support military readiness, peacekeeping missions, nation building activities, personnel recruitment and training, and disaster relief services.
Vertiv
Post in 2020
Vertiv Holdings Co is a global provider of mission-critical infrastructure technologies and lifecycle services, catering to data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including power management, thermal management, integrated rack systems, and modular solutions, which are essential for various digital services such as e-commerce, online banking, and wireless communications. Vertiv also delivers lifecycle management services, predictive analytics, and professional services to assist clients in deploying, maintaining, and optimizing their infrastructure. The company serves diverse industries, including social media, financial services, healthcare, transportation, retail, education, and government, ensuring that vital applications run continuously and efficiently from the cloud to the network edge.
Centerfield
Acquisition in 2020
Centerfield develops intelligent Big Data driven marketing and sales technology utilizing real time biddable media (RTB), automated call routing and customized scripting. Our proprietary platform, Dugout, combined with our 1500 person sales and retention center delivers new customers at scale to many of the leading brands worldwide.
Biscuit International
Acquisition in 2019
Biscuit International is a prominent European manufacturer specializing in private label sweet biscuits, catering to a diverse clientele that includes major retailers, discounters, and wholesalers. Founded in 2016 through the merger of Poult, a leading French company, and Banketgroep from the Netherlands, Biscuit International has established itself as a key player in the market. The company offers an extensive product range that includes traditional biscuits, waffles, and options tailored to specific dietary needs, such as organic, gluten-free, and products with no added sugars or palm oil. Committed to product innovation, Biscuit International continually adapts to meet the evolving preferences of its customers. Since its inception, the company has expanded its presence in Europe by acquiring several brands, solidifying its position as the leader in the private label sweet biscuits sector.
De Wave Group
Acquisition in 2019
De Wave Group is a marine contractor that specializes in cruise ship interiors, providing both new build and refit services.
Cision
Acquisition in 2019
Cision Ltd. is a global provider of public relations software, media distribution, and media intelligence services. The company supports PR and communications professionals by offering tools to manage, execute, and measure their strategic communications efforts. Its flagship product, the Cision Communications Cloud, is a cloud-based platform that helps businesses build relationships with influencers and enhance their market presence. Cision also provides a media database for campaign planning and relationship management, along with PR Newswire for wire distribution services. Additionally, the company offers media monitoring software that tracks content across various platforms and delivers data-driven insights to evaluate media coverage, audience engagement, and campaign effectiveness. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, Cision has a workforce of over 4,000 employees and operates in 15 countries worldwide.
TruckPro
Acquisition in 2019
TruckPro is a distributor of heavy-duty truck and trailer products based in Cordova, Tennessee. The company operates a network of over 150 stores and advanced service shops, providing a wide range of products and services tailored to meet the needs of commercial and government customers. Their offerings include components related to brake systems, electrical systems, engines, gear, and drivetrain, among others. In addition to product distribution, TruckPro also delivers advanced repair services, such as inspection and diagnostics, general shop work, and specialty rebuilding. This comprehensive approach enables truck fleet owners and individual drivers to maintain their vehicles effectively, enhance performance, and reduce operational costs. TruckPro is recognized for its application expertise and serves as a valuable resource for product information and training.
Wesco Aircraft
Acquisition in 2019
Wesco Aircraft is a prominent distributor and provider of supply chain management services to the global aerospace industry, founded in 1953 and based in Valencia, California. The company offers a wide range of aerospace products, including hardware, chemicals, electronic components, bearings, tools, and machined parts. Wesco Aircraft supports over 7,400 customers in various sectors, including civil and commercial aerospace, defense, industrial, space, and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO). Its service offerings encompass traditional distribution, kitting, just-in-time delivery, chemical management, and inventory management. With more than 1,300 employees across 43 locations in 13 countries, Wesco Aircraft is well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of the aerospace market. The company operates as a subsidiary of Pattonair Limited, following its acquisition in January 2020.
Lonza Water Care Business
Acquisition in 2019
Lonza is one of the world’s leading suppliers of sanitizers and other water treatment chemicals.
Multi-Color
Acquisition in 2019
Multi-Color Corporation is a manufacturer of label solutions with operations in the United States, Europe, and internationally. The company produces a diverse range of labels, including pressure-sensitive, in-mold, heat transfer, shrink sleeve, and cut and stack labels. Additionally, it offers promotional products such as scratch-off coupons and static-clings. Multi-Color provides graphic and pre-press services, using various printing methods including flexographic, lithographic, rotogravure, and digital printing. Its clientele includes producers in the home and personal care, food and beverage, wine and spirits, healthcare, and specialty industries. Founded in 1916 and headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, Multi-Color operates as a subsidiary of WS Packaging Group, Inc.
Livingston International
Acquisition in 2019
Livingston International is a leading provider of customs brokerage and compliance services in North America, catering to various sectors including agriculture, technology, oil and gas, lumber, and food. The company offers a range of services, such as international trade consulting, freight forwarding, and global trade management, which help clients navigate trade complexities, optimize the use of free trade agreements, mitigate compliance risks, and recover duties when applicable. With its U.S. headquarters in Chicago, Livingston operates along the U.S.-Canada border and maintains regional air and sea hubs in Los Angeles, New York, and Norfolk. The company employs over 3,200 individuals across more than 125 strategic locations in North America, Europe, and the Far East, reinforcing its commitment to facilitating international trade.
Orbit Irrigation
Acquisition in 2019
Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Orbit is a leading provider of irrigation systems and related products for the residential home improvement markets. Hydro-Rain serves the professional market with a line of contractor-grade irrigation and lighting products.
Jostens
Acquisition in 2018
Jostens, Inc. is a company based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that specializes in providing a range of products and services for high schools and universities. Founded in 1897, Jostens offers items such as jewelry, yearbooks, memory books, and various scholastic products, catering to both educational institutions and athletic programs. The company focuses on helping students commemorate their achievements through its diverse offerings, including rings for schools and sports. Jostens serves the K-12 educational, college, and professional sports segments, ensuring that students and their families can celebrate milestones in academics and athletics.
Yak Access
Acquisition in 2018
Yak Access offers temporary access mat services tailored for remote construction sites. The company specializes in access matting, which encompasses initial planning and clearing, site evaluation, the creation of access roads, and final restoration. By employing advanced infrastructure techniques, Yak Access assists clients in industrial, renewable, and other infrastructure sectors in minimizing risks, delays, and costs while also mitigating environmental impacts associated with construction activities.
PLI Card Marketing Solutions
Acquisition in 2018
PLI Card Marketing Solutions is a provider of gift and loyalty card marketing solutions. PLI is a global provider of card production, card personalization, fulfillment, direct mail, advertising and marketing collateral and all print services with four production facilities and warehouses located in Asheville, NC, North Las Vegas, NV, Romeoville, IL and St. Louis, MO, including international worldwide customer support through distribution centers in Canada and the Netherlands. PLI is a leading card producer in the commercial card market with more than 1,000 employees nationwide and 450,000 square feet of total manufacturing space.
Platinum Equity
Acquisition in 2018
Platinum Equity Advisors, LLC is a private equity firm established in 1995 and headquartered in Beverly Hills, California, with additional offices in Dedham, Massachusetts; Greenwich, Connecticut; New York, New York; London, United Kingdom; and Singapore City, Singapore. The firm specializes in leveraged buyouts and focuses on corporate divestitures, public-to-private transactions, and mergers and acquisitions. Platinum Equity invests across a diverse range of industries, including aerospace, telecommunications, healthcare, and technology, among others. It typically targets companies with enterprise values between $100 million and $10 billion, often taking majority stakes but also considering minority investments. The firm aims to create value through strategic management and operational improvements, catering primarily to lower mid-market businesses.
Wyndham Vacation Rentals
Acquisition in 2018
Wyndham Vacation Rentals is a leading provider of vacation rental services, delivering home-like experiences to travelers primarily across North America. The company is part of Wyndham Worldwide, which encompasses various hospitality business units, including vacation ownership and hotel operations. Wyndham Vacation Rentals offers access to a vast portfolio of over 107,000 properties in more than 100 countries, catering to millions of families seeking leisure accommodations each year. The brand emphasizes trusted, hospitality-grade service, ensuring guests feel at home during their stay. With a commitment to quality and a diverse range of rental options, Wyndham Vacation Rentals plays a significant role in the vacation rental market, helping travelers create memorable experiences. Based in Parsippany, New Jersey, Wyndham Vacation Rentals operates within a larger framework that includes timeshare and hotel offerings, reinforcing its reputation in the hospitality industry.
LifeScan
Acquisition in 2018
LifeScan, Inc. is a manufacturer of blood glucose monitoring systems dedicated to supporting diabetes management. Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, the company offers a comprehensive product portfolio that includes personal blood glucose meters, testing strips, lancets, and point-of-care testing systems. LifeScan also provides integrated digital solutions, such as the OneTouch Reveal mobile application, which helps users gain insights into their diabetes management. In addition to its consumer products, the company serves healthcare professionals by offering hospital meters, data management systems, and training programs through authorized distributors. Formerly a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, LifeScan operates globally with facilities in locations such as Scotland, British Columbia, and Puerto Rico.
Lentz Milling
Acquisition in 2018
Lentz Milling Company is a distributor of bakery ingredients and frozen baked goods, serving food manufacturers and commercial bakeries across ten states in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions. Founded in 1941 and based in Reading, Pennsylvania, the company offers a diverse range of products, including ready-to-bake pastries, bread doughs, fillings, flavorings, and various dry ingredients such as flour, sugars, and baking chemicals. Lentz Milling also provides an assortment of frozen items, including bagels, cakes, and pastries. With a dedicated fleet of trucks, the company ensures efficient delivery to its customers, backed by partnerships with trusted manufacturers. As of 2018, Lentz Milling operates as a subsidiary of JM Swank, LLC, enhancing its logistics and distribution capabilities.
Highway Toll Administration
Acquisition in 2018
Highway Toll Administration a provider of electronic toll collection and violation management solutions for fleets of all sizes. HTA’s solutions include the most respected hardware and software solutions in the industry, efficiently and reliably supporting complex billing, customer service, reporting and dispute resolution for toll and non-toll violations.
American & Efird
Acquisition in 2018
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.
Wyndham - European vacation rental business
Acquisition in 2018
The European vacation rentals operations will also participate as a redemption partner in the award-winning Wyndham Rewards loyalty program. Wyndham’s industry-leading European vacation rental business is the largest manager of holiday rentals in Europe, with more than 110,000 units in over 600 destinations in more than 25 countries. The business operates more than two dozen local brands, including cottages.com, James Villa Holidays, Landal GreenParks, Novasol and Hoseasons.
WS Packaging Group
Acquisition in 2018
WS Packaging Group manufactures packaging products. It provides packaging and label solutions, such as labels, shrink decorations, folding cartons and paperboard packaging, extended text labels, flexible packaging, printed and specialty tapes, and specialty products. The company specializes in developing promotional items; and engineers and designs label application equipment. It serves customers in food, beverage, household, personal care, dairy, OTC health, medical, wine and spirits, promotions, games and sweepstakes, industrial graphics and signage, and tobacco industries worldwide.
Husky Injection Molding Systems
Acquisition in 2017
Husky Injection Molding Systems Ltd. designs, manufactures, and supplies injection molding equipment for the plastics industry. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including machines, molds, hot runners, and auxiliary equipment, as well as a web-based process and production monitoring system called Shotscope NX. In addition to manufacturing equipment, Husky provides services such as factory planning, customer training, systems integration, asset management, and consulting. Its products are utilized in the production of various plastic items, including beverage bottles and caps, food containers, medical components, and parts for consumer electronics. Headquartered in Bolton, Canada, Husky operates manufacturing facilities across multiple countries, including the United States, China, and Austria, and maintains service and sales offices worldwide. The company primarily serves markets such as beverage packaging, medical, thin-wall packaging, consumer electronics, and automotive sectors.
Pattonair
Acquisition in 2017
Pattonair is the global aerospace and defence supply chain provider, with over 40 years of experience in the industry. They are proud to offer scale, expertise and flexibility in our global service offering, all tailored to your needs. Wherever you are, and whatever you need, Pattonair will provide supply chain management expertise to suit your requirements.
United Site Services
Acquisition in 2017
United Site Services is the nation’s leader in portable toilet rentals and porta potty rentals. With more than 60 locations coast to coast, we are the most capable provider of quality portable restroom rentals and temporary fence rentals. Our fast, friendly customer service gives you peace of mind from expert planning to accurate delivery and quality service. Rely on us for your portable sanitation needs, large or small.
OfficeMax Australia
Acquisition in 2017
OfficeMax Australia is a part of the global Office Depot group. OfficeMax has helped thousands of workplaces, from Australia’s leading companies to the schools that educate our children, realise improved productivity.
American Traffic Solutions
Acquisition in 2017
American Traffic Solutions, now a subsidiary of Verra Mobility, specializes in traffic safety, mobility, and compliance solutions for state and local governments, as well as commercial fleets and rental car companies. Founded in 1987 and based in Mesa, Arizona, the company provides a range of products designed to enhance road safety and enforce traffic regulations. Its offerings include red-light safety cameras, speed safety cameras, and automated enforcement systems, such as the AutoPatrol 3D radar and CrossingGuard for school bus stop arms. Additionally, American Traffic Solutions develops integrated solutions for toll management and electronic violation processing, catering to the needs of both public and private sector clients. The company emphasizes core values such as integrity, accountability, respect, excellence, and teamwork in its operations.
Staples - Business in Australia and New Zealand
Acquisition in 2017
Staples is a leading supplier of business products, services and solutions in Australia and New Zealand.
Interior Logic
Acquisition in 2017
Interior Logic is the premier collaborative national network of local Design and Construction Services Partners.
Cox Target Media
Acquisition in 2017
Cox Target Media, Inc. engages targeted shoppers; not just nameless, faceless masses by identifying and adapting to changes in shopper behavior. Our disruptive portfolio cost-effectively connects with and measures who redeems or acts on an offer, not just how old they are or what their address is. Over the years, we’ve gleaned many insights into how shoppers think and behave when they’re shopping and buying. Insights we want to share with you. Our mass reach, coupled with powerful, precise targeting and true consumer insights, drives measurable buying transactions across verticals, including consumer packaged goods (CPG) and omnichannel retail. Cox Target Media can engage with shoppers at every stage of the cycle: consideration, purchase, even post-shop – helping our clients reach the right shoppers at just the right time.
Vertiv
Acquisition in 2016
Vertiv Holdings Co is a global provider of mission-critical infrastructure technologies and lifecycle services, catering to data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, the company offers a comprehensive range of products, including power management, thermal management, integrated rack systems, and modular solutions, which are essential for various digital services such as e-commerce, online banking, and wireless communications. Vertiv also delivers lifecycle management services, predictive analytics, and professional services to assist clients in deploying, maintaining, and optimizing their infrastructure. The company serves diverse industries, including social media, financial services, healthcare, transportation, retail, education, and government, ensuring that vital applications run continuously and efficiently from the cloud to the network edge.
Fabcon
Acquisition in 2016
Fabcon is a manufacturer specializing in structural precast wall panels, with over 50 years of experience in the industry. The company has expanded its capabilities and markets, pioneering several innovations in precast panel technology. Operating from five manufacturing facilities, Fabcon delivers its products to nearly all of the contiguous United States. In addition to precast panels, the company provides contract manufacturing services across various sectors, including retail, food service, hospitality, and medical industries. Their expertise encompasses engineering design, precision sheet metal machining, electronic assembly, powder coating, and testing, allowing them to create custom kiosks, digital signage enclosures, and fixtures. Fabcon is committed to delivering quality products at competitive prices for both domestic and international clients.
Broadway Industrial - Foam Plastic Solutions
Acquisition in 2016
FPS is a leading supplier of protective packaging, insulation and component products to the consumer electronics, automotive, medical and other end-markets.
Broadway Industrial - Flow Control Devices
Acquisition in 2016
Broadway Industrial - Flow Control Devices supplies high-performance parts such as valves, fittings, sensors, and related components.
JM Swank Company
Acquisition in 2016
JM Swank Company is a full-line food ingredient distributor based in North Liberty, Iowa, with over 60 years of experience in sourcing and logistics. The company specializes in producing and distributing a wide range of food products, ensuring that clients receive safe, affordable, and nutritious ingredients. In addition to its distribution services, JM Swank provides on-call support, product documentation, and relationship management with suppliers, as well as vendor approval management services. This comprehensive approach enables the company to effectively meet the needs of its clients in the food industry.
Electro Rent
Acquisition in 2016
Electro Rent Corporation has committed every department to quick answers and responsive shipments. As one of the world's oldest and the largest rent/lease providers of test and measurement equipment, their relationships with major industry manufacturers go back decades. Because their annual purchases are often their largest, top-name manufacturers give us priorities and information their competitors simply cannot match.
Worldwide Flight Services
Acquisition in 2015
Worldwide Flight Services is a ground handling organization that offers a range of services in the aviation industry. Its services include air cargo and baggage handling; secure operational and technical support; and premium customer services. Worldwide Flight Services was acquired by Platinum Equity in October 2015. Worldwide Flight Services was founded in 1983.
Pearl Engineered Solutions
Acquisition in 2015
Pearl Engineered Solutions is an independent provider of engineered plastics components, specializing in the manufacturing of high-specification tools, molds, and precision injection molded parts for global original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The company serves diverse end markets, including mobile technology, networking equipment, consumer electronics, and automotive sectors. Pearl's competitive edge lies in its proprietary tooling design, in-house secondary finishing capabilities, and fully robotic automated assembly systems, which allow for the delivery of comprehensive solutions that meet stringent cosmetic and tolerance specifications. Additionally, Pearl features insert-molding capabilities with automated robotic pick-and-place systems and dedicated metal stamping operations. The company's operational headquarters is located in Zhuhai, home to a state-of-the-art production facility spanning 1 million square feet, with an additional facility in Suzhou to cater to automotive clients. Pearl employs approximately 2,600 individuals, emphasizing its commitment to quality and innovation in component manufacturing.
Enbi
Acquisition in 2015
Enbi is a supplier of paper transport, fusing and image transfer rollers, focusing primarily on the office equipment market.
Grupo Terratest
Acquisition in 2014
The terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Platinum Equity Partner Jacob Kotzubei, who executed the investment, will work with Mr. Torres and Terratest’s executive management team to support its continued expansion worldwide. Led by CEO Enrique Torres, Grupo Terratest is a specialized international contractor providing foundation work, ground improvement and micro-tunneling services for large-scale infrastructure projects and industrial, commercial and residential construction. It is present throughout Europe, Latin America, Africa and the Middle East.
Clipper Windpower
Acquisition in 2012
Clipper Windpower specializes in wind energy technology, focusing on the design and manufacturing of wind turbines and related components. Headquartered in Carpinteria, California, the company operates a manufacturing facility in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and has research and development centers in both Carpinteria and Blyth Harbor, U.K. Clipper's turbines are capable of producing up to 2.5 megawatts of power, with over 700 turbines installed, contributing to the advancement of sustainable energy solutions. In addition to turbine production, the company is actively involved in the development of wind power generation projects, reinforcing its commitment to renewable energy.
Oao Technology Solutions
Acquisition in 2010
Oao Technology Solutions provides a wide range of outsourced IT solutions and professional services, including the operation of large-scale data center complexes and networks ("Megacenter Operations"), distributed systems management staffing services and other IT services. The Company provides these solutions and services, generally on a long-term, fixed-price contractual basis, to its Strategic Clients which are global providers of IT outsourcing services.
Covad Communications
Acquisition in 2007
Covad is a nationwide provider of integrated voice and data communications. The company offers DSL, Voice Over IP, T1, broadband wireless, Web hosting, managed security, IP and dial-up, and bundled voice and data services directly through Covad's network and through Internet Service Providers, value-added resellers, telecommunications carriers and affinity groups to small and medium-sized businesses and home users. Covad broadband services are currently available across the nation in 44 states and 235 Metropolitan Statistical Areas (MSAs) and can be purchased by more than 57 million homes and businesses, which represent over 50 percent of all US homes and businesses.
Tanning Technology
Acquisition in 2003
Tanning Technology are an information technology services provider that architects, builds and deploys enterprise solutions for companies in the United States and internationally. They specialize in large, complex, integrated solutions that incorporate online transaction processing and very large databases. Internet technologies are central to many of their solutions, enabling direct interaction among customers and business partners on the World Wide Web, and among employees within organizations on their private intranets. Their clients include Ameritech, Blockbuster, BSkyB, E*Trade, Federal Express, Maersk Line, MCI WorldCom, R.R. Donnelley Financial and U S WEST.
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