Wiseway Supply
Acquisition in 2022
Wiseway Supply is a distributor of electrical, plumbing, and lighting supplies, primarily serving small and midsize contractors in the Midwest. The company focuses on proactive order management and Jobsite product management, which enhances efficiency and customer satisfaction. In addition to offering a wide range of quality products, Wiseway Supply also provides lighting and energy audits, helping clients optimize their projects while maintaining competitive pricing.
LumiSource
Private Equity Round in 2022
LumiSource is a full-service designer and supplier of home furniture, established in 1997 and headquartered in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The company specializes in Mid-Century, Industrial, and Modern designs, offering a diverse range of products that cater to various living, dining, office, and lighting needs. LumiSource serves both retail chains and independent as well as online retailers, focusing on providing affordable furnishings suitable for every budget.
Park Supply Company
Acquisition in 2022
Park Supply Company is a distributor specializing in supplying and servicing a wide range of plumbing products for both residential and commercial markets. The company offers essential plumbing items, hardware, electrical supplies, pet supplies, and lawn and garden tools. These products are designed to enhance kitchen and bathroom infrastructure, catering to the needs of homeowners, builders, and contractors alike.
Seaga Manufacturing
Acquisition in 2019
Seaga Manufacturing, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Freeport, Illinois, that specializes in designing, producing, and supplying a wide range of vending machines and cold merchandising equipment. Founded in 1987, the company serves various sectors including food and beverage, healthcare, and industrial markets. Its product offerings include bulk, snack, soda, medical, and cold and frozen vending machines, as well as bill changers and change machines. Seaga also provides specialty vending solutions for items such as medication and personal products, along with customized options and vending accessories. The company distributes its products through a dedicated sales force in the United States, the United Kingdom, and India, focusing on enhancing inventory management and ensuring safe product access for clients.
Corvette America
Acquisition in 2019
Corvette America, Inc. is a manufacturer based in Reedsville, Pennsylvania, specializing in parts and accessories for classic Corvettes. Founded in 1977, the company provides a wide range of automotive components, including brakes, cooling systems, fuel systems, steering wheels, and tires. In addition to mechanical parts, Corvette America offers a variety of interior products such as armrests, headliners, convertible tops, door panels, and seat covers. The company also supplies fiberglass components and an array of leisure products, including apparel, car care items, and collectibles. Corvette America operates as a subsidiary of Restoration Parts Unlimited, Inc., continuing its commitment to serving the needs of Corvette enthusiasts.
Giftcraft
Private Equity Round in 2019
Giftcraft Ltd. is a Canadian company based in Brampton that specializes in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of a diverse range of decorative and giftware products. The company’s offerings include jewelry, seasonal items, outdoor and home decor, and collectibles, as well as health, wellness, and gourmet products. Giftcraft is committed to creating unique and artistically driven items that resonate with customer preferences and reflect current industry trends. Its extensive product line encompasses birdbaths, decorative accessories, wall decor, drinkware, bath and body items, diffusers, candles, essential oils, apparel, and various accessories. Giftcraft distributes its products through retailers globally, with showrooms located in Brampton and Atlanta, Georgia.
ProSource Supply
Private Equity Round in 2018
ProSource Supply, established in 1996, is a Greenville, South Carolina-based company specializing in the distribution of plumbing supplies and related building products. They cater to residential and commercial plumbers, builders, contractors, designers, and homeowners, offering a wide range of products including faucets, luxury bathroom accessories, cabinet hardware, and lighting fixtures. ProSource is known for providing high-quality products from reputable manufacturers, enabling clients to achieve a luxurious look at an efficient cost. The company, founded by Grover and Tonya Martin, has grown from a small team in a 13,000-square-foot building to an operation employing over a hundred full-time staff in an 86,000-square-foot headquarters.
Grandview Gallery
Acquisition in 2017
Grandview Gallery, LLC is a wholesale lighting company based in Memphis, Tennessee, specializing in residential lighting products and home decor. Founded in 2006, the company serves a diverse clientele that includes specialty retailers, online stores, and furniture retailers across the United States. Grandview Gallery offers a variety of lighting styles, such as traditional, glam, coastal, and farmhouse, along with related fixtures and pendants. With showrooms located in Memphis, Southaven, Mississippi, and High Point, North Carolina, the company provides its retail and e-commerce partners with a selection of products designed to enhance their offerings to consumers.
BigMouth
Venture Round in 2016
BigMouth Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of unique lifestyle products headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Founded in 2001, the company specializes in creating novelty items that cater to a variety of occasions, including birthdays, graduations, holidays, and weddings. Its extensive product range includes drinking and wine accessories, gnomes, home and office decor, humorous masks, mugs, pool floats, and playful pranks. BigMouth products are exclusively designed and manufactured by the company, ensuring a distinctive flair that appeals to consumers looking for fun and quirky gifts. The company distributes its merchandise through both retail and online channels in the United States and has an international sales presence.
BigMouth
Acquisition in 2016
BigMouth Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of unique lifestyle products headquartered in Glastonbury, Connecticut. Founded in 2001, the company specializes in creating novelty items that cater to a variety of occasions, including birthdays, graduations, holidays, and weddings. Its extensive product range includes drinking and wine accessories, gnomes, home and office decor, humorous masks, mugs, pool floats, and playful pranks. BigMouth products are exclusively designed and manufactured by the company, ensuring a distinctive flair that appeals to consumers looking for fun and quirky gifts. The company distributes its merchandise through both retail and online channels in the United States and has an international sales presence.
Classic Accessories
Acquisition in 2016
Classic Accessories Inc. is a manufacturer based in Kent, Washington, specializing in protective covers and outdoor furnishings designed for various recreational activities and lifestyles. Founded in 1983, the company produces a wide range of products, including covers for patio furniture, boats, RVs, motorcycles, and golf carts, as well as accessories for outdoor gear. Its offerings extend to items such as car covers, lawn mower covers, and protective solutions for pets and garage equipment. Classic Accessories aims to provide high-quality, durable products that help preserve and protect outdoor equipment from wear and environmental elements. The company distributes its products through sporting goods stores, superstores, and online retailers, catering to a diverse customer base that values functionality and quality in outdoor living.
Team Driveaway
Acquisition in 2015
Team Driveaway is a transport company focused on truck transportation and delivery services across North America. It specializes in the movement of trucks, industrial equipment, inoperable vehicles, and new vehicles. Additionally, the company provides port deliveries and pick-ups, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and reliability in its operations.
Fit + Fresh
Acquisition in 2015
Fit + Fresh, Inc. is a manufacturer and distributor of insulated lunch bags and boxes, focusing on innovative health and medical design. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, the company markets its products through various retail channels and online platforms. Originally known as VitaMinder Inc., Fit + Fresh aims to provide practical solutions for healthy eating by offering functional and stylish food storage options.
Taylor Precision Products
Private Equity Round in 2014
Taylor Precision Products, located in Oak Brook, Illinois, is a prominent marketer of a diverse range of consumer houseware items. Its product offerings include kitchen scales, thermometers, timers, bath scales, outdoor weather measurement tools, wine accessories, and barware. The company features well-known brand names such as Taylor®, Homedics®, Salter®, Rabbit®, Houdini™, and Eatsmart®. With a history spanning over 160 years, Taylor caters to a wide array of customers, from upscale specialty stores to mass merchandisers, hardware stores, grocery outlets, and e-commerce platforms. Taylor maintains its market leadership by delivering high-quality, appealing products at competitive prices, alongside exceptional retail customer service and support.
Strahman Valves
Acquisition in 2013
Strahman Valves, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in industrial process valves and wash down equipment, catering to a diverse range of industries, including refinery, chemical, petrochemical, oil and gas, mining, pulp and paper, polymer, pharmaceutical, food processing, and beverage. Founded in 1921 and headquartered in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with an additional location in Mery, France, the company designs and produces various products such as ball, gate, inline, and sanitary valves, as well as automated and safety valves. Its wash down equipment includes hot and cold water products, hoses, nozzles, and accessories. Strahman Valves also offers pre-rinse equipment, providing tailored solutions to meet specific customer requirements. The company markets its products through its online store and a network of distributors, aiming to deliver innovative solutions that address complex engineering challenges across various sectors.
Rite in the Rain
Private Equity Round in 2013
Rite in the Rain, founded nearly a century ago by Jerry Darling in the forests of the Great Northwest, specializes in the manufacture of all-weather writing paper and related products. Recognizing the logging industry's need for a durable writing solution, Darling developed a unique moisture-resistant coating that protects paper in adverse weather conditions. Based in Tacoma, the company offers a variety of products, including pocket calendars, spiral books, hardcover books, stapled notebooks, writing instruments, and protective covers. These products are designed for professionals and enthusiasts in industries such as tactical operations, agriculture, construction, public safety, and underwater activities, allowing users to write clearly and effectively in challenging environments. Rite in the Rain is committed to innovation and environmentally responsible practices in its production processes.
Scale Computing
Series D in 2012
Scale Computing, Inc. specializes in edge computing, virtualization, and hyperconverged solutions tailored for midsized companies. Founded in 2007 and based in Indianapolis, Indiana, the company provides a comprehensive platform, HyperCore 3 (HC3), which integrates servers, storage, and virtualization into a single, user-friendly appliance. This system enhances application uptime and performance through self-healing and automation, effectively reducing the need for traditional IT infrastructure components such as separate virtualization and disaster recovery software. Scale Computing's offerings include hyperconverged appliances that optimize storage speed and capacity, as well as services for infrastructure refresh, virtual-to-virtual and physical-to-virtual migrations, and disaster recovery. The company's solutions address significant IT costs related to downtime and personnel, enabling clients to focus on application management without the complexities of infrastructure maintenance.
ABC Industries
Acquisition in 2012
ABC Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in industrial ventilation products and technical fabrics, serving the mining, tunneling, and industrial sectors. The company offers a wide range of ventilation solutions, including layflat blower ducting, wire-reinforced exhaust ducting, and filament-wound fiberglass ducting, along with essential accessories like couplings and repair kits. In addition to ventilation products, ABC Industries produces various industrial textile fabrics designed for applications in agriculture, recreation, and military sectors, such as camper and RV fabrics, returnable packaging, and industrial curtains. Founded in 1926 and based in Winona Lake, Indiana, with a facility in Grand Junction, Colorado, ABC Industries has a long-standing reputation for providing tailored ventilation solutions to clients across North America and internationally. The company was previously known as Peabody ABC Corp. before rebranding in 1989.
Matilda Jane Clothing
Acquisition in 2012
Matilda Jane Clothing, founded in 2005 and based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, specializes in creating clothing and accessories for girls, boys, women, and adults. The company offers a diverse range of products, including dresses, tops, bottoms, pajamas, and various accessories such as blankets and doll clothes. Matilda Jane Clothing is recognized for its whimsical designs that emphasize texture, pattern, and color, aiming to bring joy and expressiveness to its customers' wardrobes. The brand's focus on youthful and playful aesthetics reflects a commitment to embodying the spirit of childhood while catering to the style preferences of its diverse clientele. Products are primarily sold through online channels, allowing the company to reach a broad audience.
Westone Audio
Acquisition in 2012
Westone Audio, based in Colorado, specializes in the design, manufacture, and distribution of a wide range of audio products. Their portfolio includes universal earphones, custom in-ear monitors, and hearing protection solutions for musicians and the military. They also offer a variety of accessories and supplies for hearing healthcare professionals. Westone Audio is renowned for its craftsmanship and technology, providing customers with comfort and ease of use. The company responds to customer inquiries via phone and email.
ABC Industries
Private Equity Round in 2012
ABC Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in industrial ventilation products and technical fabrics, serving the mining, tunneling, and industrial sectors. The company offers a wide range of ventilation solutions, including layflat blower ducting, wire-reinforced exhaust ducting, and filament-wound fiberglass ducting, along with essential accessories like couplings and repair kits. In addition to ventilation products, ABC Industries produces various industrial textile fabrics designed for applications in agriculture, recreation, and military sectors, such as camper and RV fabrics, returnable packaging, and industrial curtains. Founded in 1926 and based in Winona Lake, Indiana, with a facility in Grand Junction, Colorado, ABC Industries has a long-standing reputation for providing tailored ventilation solutions to clients across North America and internationally. The company was previously known as Peabody ABC Corp. before rebranding in 1989.
Chef’n Corporation
Private Equity Round in 2011
Chef’n is a leading global housewares products business that provides inventive, fun and highly functional products sold through retailers and distributors who are leaders in their categories. Product offerings include kitchen gadgets, kitchen tools, measuring and baking equipment, grinders, cleaning utensils, strainers and steamers, salad preparation tools, beverageware, and other accessories sold under the Chef’n® and Vibe® brands as well as through private label brands for select customers.
Celleration
Series E in 2011
Celleration Inc. is a privately held medical device company based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, founded in 1999. The company specializes in developing and commercializing therapeutic ultrasound technologies for wound care. Its flagship product, the MIST Therapy System, utilizes low-frequency ultrasound delivered through a saline mist to promote healing in wounds. This innovative approach allows ultrasound energy to penetrate beyond the surface of the wound, stimulating cellular activity and enhancing the healing process. Since receiving FDA clearance in 2005, Celleration has established a strong presence in the U.S. market, with over 1 million MIST Therapy treatments performed, benefiting more than 65,000 patients across numerous healthcare facilities. Celleration's commitment to advancing wound care technology has resulted in significant clinical and economic benefits, reinforcing its role in the medical community.
Salon Grafix
Venture Round in 2010
Salon Grafix offers travel-sized products to fit hectic schedules, aerosol hair spray, and products catered to specific hair types and styles. In addition to the chronological collection, which was created especially to retain, strengthen, and protect color-treated hair, they also have a line of products free of sulfates and parabens.
Evriholder Products
Private Equity Round in 2008
Evriholder Products, LLC, established in 1995 and headquartered in Anaheim, California, is a housewares company that manufactures and sells a diverse range of products. These include kitchen tools, produce and baking accessories, barware, bath and beauty items, cleaning supplies, pet care products, storage and organization solutions, toys, and seasonal goods. The company's extensive product portfolio caters to various customer needs, from cooking and cleaning to personal care and organization. Evriholder Products distributes its offerings through multiple retail channels, such as specialty stores, mass merchants, supermarkets, and online platforms. As of February 28, 2019, the company operates as a subsidiary of Deflecto, LLC.
RedSky Technologies
Venture Round in 2008
RedSky Technologies, Inc. specializes in providing on-premise and cloud-based E911 solutions designed to enhance emergency response capabilities for businesses. Founded in 1995 and based in Chicago, Illinois, the company offers a suite of products, including E911 Manager, which features real-time location tracking for IP phones, as well as modules like WiFi E911 and MyE911, tailored for enterprise Wi-Fi networks and mobile softphone users, respectively. Additionally, RedSky provides E911 Anywhere, a cloud-based solution that routes 9-1-1 calls and delivers location data to emergency dispatchers, alongside Horizon Mobility, which facilitates the implementation of Next Generation 9-1-1 architecture. Serving a diverse clientele across large, small, and medium businesses in the United States and Canada, RedSky Technologies is committed to improving safety standards and ensuring efficient emergency responses through innovative technology and exceptional customer support.
GT Exhaust
Private Equity Round in 2007
GT Exhaust is a manufacturer specializing in industrial silencers and mufflers, catering to the needs of generators, engines, and various industrial applications. The company has established itself as an international authority in acoustics and emissions solutions, providing sound and emissions control services primarily to the North American energy, power, and heavy transportation sectors. GT Exhaust's product offerings include silencers, catalytic converters, diesel particulate filters, emissions monitoring systems, and related accessories, which are utilized in both new installations and retrofit projects for large diesel and natural gas engines. Currently, GT Exhaust operates as part of Nelson Global Products.
Club Colors
Acquisition in 2007
Club Colors, Inc. is a promotional merchandise provider that specializes in logo merchandise programs for large corporations and educational institutions across the United States. Established in 1992 and headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, the company focuses on product design, logo digitization, embroidery, imprinting, and fulfillment services. Club Colors offers a diverse range of products, including apparel such as shirts, jackets, and sportswear, as well as promotional items like mugs, notebooks, writing instruments, and awards. The company caters to various clients, including on-campus bookstores, department organizations, students, and alumni, by providing customized e-commerce catalogs that integrate seamlessly with client procurement systems. Through its extensive portfolio, Club Colors aims to enhance brand presence and engagement in the marketplace.
Endocyte, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company based in West Lafayette, Indiana, focused on developing receptor-targeted therapeutics for cancer and inflammatory diseases. The company specializes in small molecule drug conjugates (SMDCs) and companion imaging agents to enhance treatment efficacy. Key products under development include Vintafolide, which is in a Phase IIb clinical trial for non-small cell lung cancer, and EC1456 and EC1169, both in Phase I trials targeting advanced solid tumors and metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, respectively. Additionally, Endocyte is exploring several pre-clinical candidates, including EC2629 for cancer treatment and EC2319 for inflammatory diseases. The company collaborates with various research institutions and organizations to advance its innovative therapies. Founded in 1995, Endocyte, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of Novartis AG.
RedPath Integrated Pathology
Series A in 2006
RedPath Integrated Pathology, LLC is a reference laboratory based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, specializing in oncology support services. Founded in 2004, the company operates a diagnostic platform known as PathFinderTG, which focuses on the early and definitive diagnosis of cancer. This platform utilizes advanced techniques to analyze genetic mutations, extracting objective and quantitative genetic information from small tissue biopsies, cytology samples, and fluid specimens. By providing these insights, RedPath aids pathologists, clinicians, and patients in resolving complex diagnostic challenges, particularly in cases where cancer treatments do not produce expected results.
EKOS Corporation is a pioneering developer of ultrasound accelerated thrombolysis, specializing in the treatment of vascular thrombosis. Since its inception in 2005, the company has introduced the EkoSonic Endovascular System, which is utilized by interventional radiologists, cardiologists, and vascular surgeons at leading medical institutions globally. This innovative system facilitates faster, safer, and more complete dissolution of thrombus through controlled and selective infusion of physician-specified fluids, significantly enhancing the efficacy of thrombolytic therapies.
Ryan Herco Flow Solutions
Private Equity Round in 2006
Ryan Herco Flow Solutions is a prominent distributor based in Burbank, California, specializing in fluid control systems, filtration systems, and fluid handling products. The company offers a comprehensive range of products, including tubing, hose, piping, fittings, valves, pumps, filters, and storage tanks made from thermoplastic, fluoropolymer, stainless steel, and specialty alloys. Ryan Herco enhances its product offerings with technical and application support, catering to various industries such as aquatics, general industrial, water and wastewater, chemical processing, semiconductor, life sciences, and food and beverage. By providing equipment rental and custom fabrication services, the company ensures that its clients have access to corrosion-resistant systems designed for high purity applications. With a focus on quality products and knowledgeable support, Ryan Herco is committed to simplifying fluid management tasks for its customers.
FLA Orthopedics
Private Equity Round in 2004
FLA Orthopedics is a manufacturer specializing in orthopedic bracing and related products. The company designs and produces a comprehensive range of offerings, including orthopedic and sports medicine solutions, ergonomic supports, compression hosiery, foot care products, and seating and positioning cushions for wheelchairs. In recent years, FLA Orthopedics has expanded its product line with unique innovations aimed at enhancing its offerings to better serve its customers' needs.
Denver Biomedical
Private Equity Round in 2004
Denver Biomedical, Inc. engages in the design, manufacture, and distribution of specialized medical products.
Hetsco
Private Equity Round in 2004
Hetsco, Inc. specializes in providing emergency and specialty welding, construction, and fabrication services to the natural gas processing, petrochemical, and air gas separation industries. Established in 1982 and based in Greenwood, Indiana, the company has extensive experience, having completed projects across 44 states and over 35 countries. Hetsco's services include the fabrication of tanks and pressure vessels, specialized welding for hydrogen reformers, and the repair of aluminum heat exchangers. Additionally, the company offers shop and on-site fabrication of process piping and welded assemblies in various materials, as well as confined space rescue equipment and atmospheric monitoring tools. Hetsco is recognized for its ability to quickly and safely restore customer operations, underscoring its commitment to quality service in the industrial sector.
Maxon
Private Equity Round in 2004
Maxon is a manufacturer specializing in industrial combustion technology, producing a diverse array of products including combustion burners, gas valves, and engineered systems. The company focuses on providing energy-efficient and environmentally friendly process heating solutions to a variety of sectors, such as automotive, building materials, chemicals, glass, petrochemicals, food processing, and textiles. Its product offerings include natural gas burners, oil-fired burners, shut-off valves, and low NOx burners, as well as various control and flow valves. Maxon's growth is driven by its commitment to advanced technology that assists businesses in meeting the rising demands for energy efficiency and compliance with environmental regulations, particularly in the context of industrialization in emerging economies.
Victor Oolitic Stone
Private Equity Round in 2003
Victor Oolitic Stone is a raw material supplier of dimensional limestone including blocks, slabs, and sills.