Top Industrial Gases Private Equity Funds with Recent Private M&A Activity

Active Firms

3,000

TTM Deal Inquiries

$5M-$24M

Core Revenue Range

$1M-$5M

Core EBITDA Range

Top States by Activity

Florida 14%

Texas 11%

California 9%

New York 6%

Pennsylvania 4%

Key Attributes

Focus: Control Investments | Capital Source: Committed Capital | Operating Approach: Scale & Exit

Lafayette Capital Partners

20 Total Closed Deals

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Lafayette Mittelstand Capital is a privately held investment firm backed by its Partners and Institutions. Lafayette looks to make majority investments in companies in turnaround, restructuring and other special situations.We focus on companies with industry-leading market positions, strong brands or other unique, differentiating factors. Lafayette engages with private and family-owned businesses, subsidiaries of larger corporates and publicly listed companies. We like to look into acquiring companies with the following criteria - Sales between EUR 10 - 150m - Headquartered in Germany,…

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Jun 2024 Acquired MDEXX
Mar 2023 Acquired 4WHEELS
Feb 2023 Invested in Bischoff & Bischoff
Dec 2021 Acquired Dankwardt

CVC Capital Partners

15 Total Closed Deals

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Global Private Equity and Growth Capital FirmCVC manages capital on behalf of over 300 institutional, governmental and private investors worldwide. Over the years, we have secured commitments of more than US$71 billion in funds from our investors (including CVC Credit Partners). The capital of our investors is committed for ten years or more to closed-end funds that we manage on their behalf.

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Aug 2017 Provided debt financing to Wastewater Specialities, LLC
Jun 2017 Provided debt financing to Shannon Specialty Floors, LLC
May 2017 Provided debt financing to TWMA
Jun 2016 Provided debt financing to The Legacy Companies

CapitalWorks

12 Total Closed Deals

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CapitalWorks is a family-focused private equity firm that encourages knowledgeable investors to partner with us in finding, vetting and owning companies. We acquire lower middle-market companies with earnings of $3 - $9 million in EBITDA and are east of the Rockies. Our investors are primarily successful entrepreneurs and executives who want to contribute to our investment process.

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Sep 2018 Acquired Ohio Blow Pipe
Jun 2018 Acquired C&M Conveyor
Dec 2017 Acquired GEMCITY Engineering and Manufacturing
Feb 2014 Acquired Capewell Systems

Inverness Graham

11 Total Closed Deals

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Headquartered in Newtown Square, PA, Inverness Graham is an operationally focused private investment firm that has raised over $1 billion of capital since its inception. Inverness Graham acquires innovative tech-enabled manufacturing, service and software companies.Our approach is as unique as our heritage. Founded by senior executives of the Graham Group, an alliance of independent operating businesses, investment firms and philanthropic entities, we bring unparalleled resources developed over a 50-year operating history to support our portfolio companies.Inverness Graham partners with…

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Mar 2023 Acquired Innovia Medical
Jan 2023 Acquired Treat Planet
Aug 2022 Acquired Custom Agronomics
Feb 2022 Acquired Concord Servicing

Starboard Capital Partners

10 Total Closed Deals

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Starboard Capital Partners is a private equity firm that sponsors and invests in lower middle market companies, with values ranging from $10 million to $250 million. We participate with our network of high net worth, family office, and institutional fund co-investors to partner with management teams and entrepreneurs who are looking to accelerate the growth of their companies. Starboard is actively involved in leveraged buyouts, growth equity investments, and recapitalizations. Most importantly, we actively listen to business owners and look to match our knowledge and capital resources to…

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Jun 2015 Invested in QDiscovery
Mar 2015 Invested in Brite-Line Technologies
Oct 2011 Acquired PureRED (previously GA|PRC Group)
Jul 2011 Invested in JPC Holdings, LLC (Jersey Precast)

Oroco Capital

9 Total Closed Deals

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Oroco Capital is a private equity investment firm. Our strategy is to buy great businesses in our target industries and build value through both internal growth and acquisitions, resulting in excellent returns for our investors. The team at Oroco has completed over 50 deals totaling over $5.0B. We developed a unique capital structure and have capital commitments from family offices, wealthy individuals and small institutions. In addition, Oroco has formed a strategic alliance with a private investment firm that allows Oroco to partner on investments that vary in size and type. Our strategy is…

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Aug 2026 Acquired Shimmick Corporation
Jan 2019 Invested in Maridata
Jan 2019 Acquired FirstMark Materials
Feb 2018 Acquired FirstMark Foundations

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Bow River Capital

9 Total Closed Deals

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Bow River Capital Partners is a lower middle market private equity investment firm based in Denver, Colorado. Founded in 2003, Bow River has raised three funds with total capital commitments in excess of $200 million. Investment Criteria: --Revenue of $10-50 million --EBITDA of $2-10 million --Leveraged buyouts/recapitalizations, typically in partnership with management --Control only, no minority investments --Industry focus: o Business Services o Industrial Services o Environmental Services o Healthcare Services o Engineering Companies o Niche Manufacturing o Water and Water Resources…

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May 2015 Acquired Strong-Bridge Consulting, LLC
Dec 2013 Acquired Lifecare Innovations, Inc.
May 2013 Acquired Ely & Associates
Feb 2013 Acquired Kobelt Manufacturing Ltd.

Zabel Companies, LLC

8 Total Closed Deals

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Zabel Companies ("Zabel") is a private investment firm dedicated to partnering with management teams to invest in and build private companies over the long-term (5 to 15 years). Whether through a buyout, recapitalization or injection of growth capital, Zabel's strategy is to work closely with management to steadily grow businesses and to build value for all parties involved.Zabel does not limit its activity by industry or geography, but rather focuses on the fit with management and the opportunities to grow a business.The Zabel team has a hands-on and collaborative style built through years…

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Apr 2022 Acquired Frame It Easy
Dec 2020 Acquired New Market Waste
Jul 2020 Acquired Medical Packaging Inc.
Apr 2019 Acquired Bedford Precision Parts

Tuckerman Capital

7 Total Closed Deals

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Tuckerman Capital is a private investment firm that works with Deal Partners (experienced executives and Independent Sponsors) to invest in and build exceptional small companies that deliver innovative solutions for the long-term with enterprise values typically ranging from $10 million to $75 million.

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Oct 2010 Acquired Promo Seeds, Ltd.
Oct 2010 Acquired Shield Pack, LLC
Oct 2010 Acquired Solidscape, Inc.
Oct 2010 Acquired Wohler Technologies, Inc.

Public Pension Capital

4 Total Closed Deals

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Public Pension Capital is a middle-market private equity fund that invests in Industrial Services, Business & Financial Services and Healthcare Services. We are focused on businesses in North American with approximately $5M-$30M EBITDA.The PPC team is led by former KKR partners Perry Golkin and Mike Tokarz. The principals of PPC have worked together for a combined 70+ years with a successful investment record over that time.Our experience allows us to add value to portfolio companies through industry relationships, new customer introductions, strategy development, regulatory understanding,…

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Jun 2019 Acquired Private Client Resources, LLC
May 2019 Acquired Bluegrass Ingredients
Mar 2017 Acquired Viteos Fund Services LLC
Mar 2017 Acquired Inframark, LLC

KV Private Equity Inc.

4 Total Closed Deals

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KV Private Equity Inc. is a private equity fund focused on lower middle-market businesses. We are industry agnostic buy have a focus on direct to consumer, retail, distribution, industrial and manufacturing sectors primarily in Canada and the US. Whether you’re looking for a partner, to exit your business, or to preserve your legacy, we’re flexible when it comes to your goals and strategies. Our versatility gives you an optimal structure that easily adapts to your objectives.We are transparent in everything we do. Our process is designed to be clear, simple, and efficient, effectively…

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Nov 2018 Acquired Campion Marine
Jul 2018 Acquired Escape Trailers
Sep 2017 Acquired Off Grid Trailers
Apr 2017 Acquired Northern Lite

CM (Canada) Asset Management Co., Ltd.

3 Total Closed Deals

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CM Partners is a leading private equity firm that invests in profitable, well-managed, small to medium-sized businesses in Canada and the US. Since our founding in 2017, we have invested over $150 million of equity capital. CM Partners is currently investing its second fund with over $200 million of committed capital. We provide buyout as well as growth equity to help our partners achieve next-level growth. We look for opportunities in five sectors: Business Services, Consumer, Industrial, Technology, and Leisure & Real Estate. In addition to capital, we bring operating…

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Oct 2021 Acquired Ballard Consignment
Aug 2018 Acquired Haro Thurlow Partnership
Jul 2017 Acquired Grouse Mountain Resorts

Acasta Capital

3 Total Closed Deals

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Acasta Capital is a boutique merchant bank and advisory firm formed to bring together individuals with unique experiences and track records to create greater value for clients and partners based on inventive and do-able ideas. Being free of the conflicts and limitations too common in the advisory sector, our business model is founded on the principle of aligned interests with clients and partners. We provide advice on transformational change, mergers and acquisitions, financial restructurings, capital structure, investor activism and strategy.

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Jan 2017 Acquired Stellwagen Group
Jan 2017 Acquired Jempak
Jan 2017 Acquired Apollo

NewCastle Partners LLC

2 Total Closed Deals

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NewCastle Partners LLC is a Greenwich, Connecticut based private equity firm. NewCastle Partners seeks to acquire lower middle market companies with a transaction value of $15.0 - $40.0 million; a market historically underserved by experienced equity groups. NewCastle's principals have invested in over 45 middle market companies since 1985. Primary focus is manufacturing and specialty distribution businesses. Typical investments include private company recapitalizations, corporate divestitures and consolidations in a wide range of industry sectors. NewCastle invests in/acquires controlling…

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Aug 2019 Invested in Amglo Chemlite Laboratories Inc.
Jun 2005 Acquired Metpar Corporation

Takoda Group

2 Total Closed Deals

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Takoda Group is a private investment firm that specializes in the acquisition of leading middle market companies . Our primary focus is on profitable companies with revenues from $5 to $100 million and the potential for growth, both organic and through acquisitions. We are focused on making investments in the following industries: consumer products and services, niche manufacturing, and business services. The team at Takoda Group is committed to providing the resources necessary to make great companies even better. Takoda is comprised of business managers with over 40 years of business…

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Jul 2011 Acquired Danco Metal Products
Jul 2006 Acquired Furnace Parts LLC

Rockline Equity

1 Total Closed Deal

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We founded Rockline Equity specifically to build and invest in profitable companies. Our team has completed more than a dozen transactions throughout the Southwest. We pride ourselves in the quality of our joint-venture partnerships with management teams and owners to deliver results for our companies and investors.

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Oct 2019 Acquired Cole Mechanical, LLC

Ouroboros Group

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Ouroboros Group LLC is a middle market private equity firm based in Boston, Massachusetts specializing in the acquisition and operation of companies within a diverse set of industries including: manufacturing, healthcare, and consumer sectors. • Ideal investments are in the lower middle market, with Ouroboros Group having the flexibility to acquire very small businesses unable to attract significant strategic or financial sponsors as well as larger, more complex businesses. Operating under a fundless sponsor model, Ouroboros Group has no obligation to deploy capital and can…

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Hilco Global

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Hilco Global is an independent financial services company and the world's preeminent authority on helping businesses maximize the value of their assets. Hilco Global is considered a world class company, having earned this reputation after decades of providing creative solutions for both healthy and distressed businesses to yield the maximum value for every client. Hilco Global often provides investment capital, demonstrating an ability and willingness to share risk and reward. Today, Hilco Global has over 500 employees within a portfolio of twenty companies on 5 continents, all of which focus…

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Export Development Canada

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Who are we?Export Development Canada is Canada's export credit agency. Our job is to support and develop Canada's export trade by helping Canadian companies respond to international business opportunities. We are a self-financing, Crown corporation that operates at arm's length from the Government. EDC Investments is an evergreen investment group with approximately $2 billion in committed and invested capital that invests independently or in partnership with other investors under standard industry terms, conditions and return expectations. By taking minority equity positions in Canadian SMEs…

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Ellsworth Partners

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Ellsworth Partners, LLC ("EP") is a private equity group run by operators/entrepreneurs who seek to invest in and build leading companies for long-term value. As management partners, we focus on competitive advantage development, operational efficiency creation, and long-term corporate development in a stakeholder-friendly environment while driving growth and profitability. Our philosophy is to build great companies by partnering with management and investing to solve problems and to pro-actively create/execute on market opportunities. EP has a proven record of building good companies that…

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Firms in the Industrial Gases Private Equity Funds directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

Based on activity on Axial’s M&A platform, the core revenue range for Industrial Gases Private Equity Funds is $5M-$24M, with a core EBITDA range of $1M-$5M. Company size can be an important indicator of fit, as firms often concentrate their experience, resources, and transaction activity within particular segments of the market.

Relevant Materials experience can be an important consideration when evaluating a firm. Familiarity with the sector can provide a stronger understanding of its business models, market dynamics, valuation considerations, and transaction environment. The 64 firms included in this directory provide a starting point for identifying firms with relevant experience and activity in Materials.

Not necessarily. Many firms are active across multiple industries, so inclusion in the Industrial Gases Private Equity Funds directory reflects relevant experience or activity in Materials, rather than an exclusive sector focus. Individual profiles provide additional context on each firm’s areas of focus and activity within the sector.

When comparing Private Equity Funds with experience in Materials, consider factors such as size range, geographic reach, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 64 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the Industrial Gases Private Equity Funds directory, you can request information here.

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