Watervale Equity Partners

Watervale Equity Partners, established in 2017 and headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, is a private equity firm focused on the lower middle market. It specializes in strategic acquisitions, recapitalizations, and special situation investments, typically in companies with an enterprise value of up to $50 million and EBITDA of less than $6 million. The firm targets industrial and consumer sectors, with a particular focus on manufacturing, distribution, and industrial services. Watervale Equity Partners takes a collaborative approach, working closely with management teams to develop and execute strategic plans, driving long-term, sustainable value. It prefers control investments and makes equity investments of up to $25 million.

Anthony Polizzi

Analyst

2 past transactions

Duke Manufacturing

Acquisition in 2020
Duke Manufacturing is a contract manufacturing company that specializes in producing precision-machined components and assemblies primarily for the aerospace and defense sectors. The company is known for its agility and flexibility, allowing it to tailor its offerings to meet the specific requirements of its clients. Duke Manufacturing works with a variety of alloys, including inconel, hastelloys, and titanium, as well as different grades of stainless steel. Its expertise extends beyond aerospace and defense, serving industries such as power generation, land, marine, and medical sectors by providing customized products.

EMX Industries

Acquisition in 2018
EMX Industries Inc. is a manufacturer specializing in access controls and automation sensors for industrial applications. Based in Cleveland, Ohio, the company offers a diverse range of products, including vehicle detectors, photoeye sensors, color sensors, and various luminescence and opacity sensors. These devices are designed to detect the presence and motion of vehicles and people, facilitating safe operations in environments such as automotive, packaging, labeling, metal stamping, electronics, and pharmaceutical manufacturing. Established in 1992, EMX Industries focuses on providing reliable solutions for applications involving gate, overhead door, and parking barrier operators, contributing to enhanced safety and efficiency across multiple sectors.
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