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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019 Company Name Description Deal Synopsis Accent Family of Companies Manufacturer of bale ties and provider of building materials. The company offers roofing, concrete, drywall, and acoustical products and does wire-tier equipment manufacturing, wire-tier parts and repair services to the waste management providers, material recovery facilities, packaging companies, commercial customers and the construction industry. The company was acquired by Crossplane Capital through an LBO on September 19, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. Crossplane Capital partnered with the Sims family and the management team for this transaction. Ace Info Solutions Provider of IT services on a contract basis. The company provides services in areas of system applications, cloud storage, cybersecurity and IT infrastructure, providing the U.S. Government with training, design and implementation of cost-effective systems. The company was acquired by Dovel Technologies, via its financial sponsors Greyrock Capital Group, WP Global Partners and Macquarie Group through an LBO on September 4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. The deal will help Dovel Technologies diversify its client base and expand its market capabilities as well as advance its portfolio of services and open up new opportunities for employees to grow their talents and experiences within the combined company. Advanced Presentation Products Provider of audio visual, digital signage and visual collaboration services.The company designs visual collaboration and presentation system to enhance businesses and provides innovative and interactive SMART board solutions for education, business and government. The company was acquired by Diversified Systems, via its financial sponsors MSouth Equity Partners and Tailwind Capital, through an LBO on Sep 4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. ALTEK Information Technology Provider of responsive IT services. The company provides consulting services, project management, full lifecycle application development, analysis, systems architecture and design, operations and infrastructure support services to Fortune 500 companies and federal government agencies. The company entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Disys, via its financial sponsors Weston Presidio and Main Post Partners, through an LBO on September 5, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition expands Disys' footprint and expertise within the healthcare space in the Washington, DC, and metro areas as well as in Chicago. American Auto Guardian Provider of automotive protection products and services. The company offers development, marketing and administering vehicle service contracts, other automotive protection products and has a software solution for dealer system management, enabling Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), agents, independent auto dealers and dealer groups to get customer-focused solutions. The company entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by The Amynta Group, via its financial sponsor Madison Dearborn Partners, through an LBO on September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. Cook M&A Advisory Services 212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600 Chicago, IL 60654 Arnis Kins Managing Director (312) 755-5615 [email protected]
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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Accent Family of Companies Manufacturer of bale ties and provider of building

materials. The company offers roofing, concrete, drywall,

and acoustical products and does wire-tier equipment

manufacturing, wire-tier parts and repair services to the

waste management providers, material recovery facilities,

packaging companies, commercial customers and the

construction industry.

The company was acquired by Crossplane Capital through an

LBO on September 19, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. Crossplane

Capital partnered with the Sims family and the management

team for this transaction.

Ace Info Solutions Provider of IT services on a contract basis. The company

provides services in areas of system applications, cloud

storage, cybersecurity and IT infrastructure, providing the

U.S. Government with training, design and

implementation of cost-effective systems.

The company was acquired by Dovel Technologies, via its

financial sponsors Greyrock Capital Group, WP Global Partners

and Macquarie Group through an LBO on September 4, 2019 for

an undisclosed sum. The deal will help Dovel Technologies

diversify its client base and expand its market capabilities as

well as advance its portfolio of services and open up new

opportunities for employees to grow their talents and

experiences within the combined company.

Advanced Presentation Products Provider of audio visual, digital signage and visual

collaboration services.The company designs visual

collaboration and presentation system to enhance

businesses and provides innovative and interactive

SMART board solutions for education, business and

government.

The company was acquired by Diversified Systems, via its

financial sponsors MSouth Equity Partners and Tailwind Capital,

through an LBO on Sep 4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

ALTEK Information Technology Provider of responsive IT services. The company provides

consulting services, project management, full lifecycle

application development, analysis, systems architecture

and design, operations and infrastructure support

services to Fortune 500 companies and federal

government agencies.

The company entered into a definitive agreement to be

acquired by Disys, via its financial sponsors Weston Presidio and

Main Post Partners, through an LBO on September 5, 2019 for

an undisclosed sum. The acquisition expands Disys' footprint

and expertise within the healthcare space in the Washington,

DC, and metro areas as well as in Chicago.

American Auto Guardian Provider of automotive protection products and services.

The company offers development, marketing and

administering vehicle service contracts, other automotive

protection products and has a software solution for

dealer system management, enabling Original Equipment

Manufacturers (OEMs), agents, independent auto dealers

and dealer groups to get customer-focused solutions.

The company entered into a definitive agreement to be

acquired by The Amynta Group, via its financial sponsor

Madison Dearborn Partners, through an LBO on September 3,

2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

American Biosurgical Manufacturer of custom medical and surgical cables. The

company's focus lies in the design, development, and

production of innovative medical and non-medical

interconnect technologies dedicated to custom surgical,

patient monitoring and diagnostics imaging medical cable

assemblies, enabling the global device manufacturers to

outsource their high-reliability medical cable system

needs.

The company was acquired by Advantage Medical Cables, via its

financial sponsors HealthEdge Investment Partners, through an

LBO on September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Anchor Staffing Provider of regional staffing services that are intended to

cater to their clients' commercial and information

technology staffing needs. The company's services include

hiring for positions in the light industrial, skilled trades,

clerical, management, administrative and financial fields.

The company was acquired by Lyneer Staffing Solutions, via its

financial sponsor Palm Beach Capital, through an LBO on

September 27, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Aperture Strategies Provider of strategic advisory and communications

services. The company's service includes communications,

media relations, crisis management, public affairs and

global advisory services to corporations, coalitions,

nonprofits, trade associations, and elected officials to

navigate public affairs, policy, and management

challenges and advise them on developments.

The company was acquired by Bully Pulpit Interactive, via its

financial sponsor Svoboda Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Arizona Shower Door Designer and manufacturer of custom glass shower doors

and enclosures. The company produces and distributes

shower doors and enclosure products.

The company was acquired by DreamLine, via its financial

sponsor MPE Partners, through an LBO on September 17, 2019

for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition enables the company to

form a technology-driven leader offering endless possibilities for

customers across the entire glass shower door and enclosure

market.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Arotech Arotech Corp is a defense and security products and

services company. It operates in two business divisions:

Training and Simulation division and Power Systems

division. Arotech's Training and Simulation division

manufactures and markets an array of trainers and

simulators for all kinds of equipment and situations for

the military, law enforcement, and commercial

customers. Power Systems division provides advanced

battery solutions, energy management and power

distribution technologies for the aerospace, defense, law

enforcement, and homeland security markets. Its primary

geographic markets are the U.S.A., Israel, Canada, Taiwan,

Mexico, India, Japan, Germany, Hong Kong, Saudi Arabia,

China, UAE, and others.

The company entered into a definitive agreement to be

acquired by Greenbriar Equity Group through an approximately

$80.8 million LBO on September 23, 2019.

Ascend Learning (Allied Health

Titles)

A set of educational resources consisting of titles to print

& digital books in health sector. Titles include the

resources in the areas of dental hygiene and dental

assisting, medical assisting, clinical lab sciences, basic

sciences, massage therapy and nutrition.

The health titles consisting of print and digital books of Wolters

Kluwer was acquired by Ascend Learning, via its financial

sponsors Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and Canada

Pension Plan Investment Board, through an LBO for an

undisclosed sum on September 4, 2019.

Axiom Global Provider of technology enabled legal services. The

company's technology enabled legal services combine

legal experience, technology and data analytics, enabling

large enterprises to reduce risk, cost and cycle-time.

The company entered into a definitive agreement to be

acquired by Permira through an LBO on September 5, 2019 for

an undisclosed sum.

Bailey International Manufacturer of mobile fluid power components. The

company manufactures and distributes highly engineered

hydraulic cylinders and related products used primarily in

mobile equipment applications.

The company was acquired by EBSCO Capital through an LBO on

September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Bel Shower Door Corp Manufacturer of bath fittings. The company offers a range

of standard as well as custom shower and tub enclosures,

mirrors and glasses, enabling customers to achieve

customized bathroom designs at affordable prices.

The company was acquired by Denver Glass Interiors, via its

financial sponsor Baymark Partners, through an LBO in

September 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Berg Companies Manufacturer of a full line of remote camp site shelter

products serving a wide range of customers, from the

defense community to humanitarian aid organizations

across the world. The company specializes in the

production of hard and soft wall shelter systems, fuel and

water systems and power management solutions.

The company was acquired by HDT Global, via its financial

sponsor Charlesbank Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Best Practices Staffing Provider of staffing solutions. The company provides

services like temporary personnel staffing solutions,

direct-hire staffing solutions, traditional payroll services,

hard and soft skills evaluations and vendor-on-premise

solutions.

The company was acquired by PeopleShare, via its financial

sponsor Trivest Partners, through an LBO on September 3, 2019

for an undisclosed sum. The deal will help PeopleShare to

expand into the Midwest region.

Bottom-Line Performance Designer and developer of custom learning solutions

intended to solve problems, inspire people to act, and

help them learn. The company's offerings include

designing and developing the right mix of tools, including

web and mobile apps, eLearning, serious games, videos,

and highly interactive instructor-led training programs,

enabling organizations to create the right learning

solution for solving complex problems.

The company was acquired by TiER1 Performance Solutions, via

its financial sponsor Evermore Investments, through an LBO on

DATE for an undisclosed sum.

Brown & Brown (General Agency

Entity)

Provider of employee benefit services. The company

offers employee benefits, commercial insurance, personal

insurance and human resource and compliance services.

The company, a subsidiary of Brown & Brown of Pennsylvania,

was acquired by BenefitMall via its financial sponsor The Carlyle

Group, through an LBO on September 18, 2019

Burning Glass Technologies Developer of software application designed for resume

parsing, job matching, and real-time labor market

analytics. The company's software delivers job market

analytics and intuitive insight by examining career

patterns, skills, relevant experiences and supply-demand

dynamics across different jobs, that empower employers,

workers, and educators to make data-driven decisions for

recruiting, staffing, academic planning, and workforce

planning and have detailed real-time awareness into skill

gaps and labor market demand.

The company was acquired by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts through

an LBO on September 11, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Cambrian Solutions Distributor of specialty ingredients and chemicals. The

company provides a range of specialty ingredients and

chemicals and offers sales & marketing, warehousing and

logistics services, enabling the food, household, industrial,

and institutional (HI&I), health ingredients, personal care,

and industrial markets to get customized flexible services.

The company was acquired by Maroon Group, via its financial

sponsor CI Capital Partners, through an LBO on September 23,

2019 for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition enhances Maroon

Group's focus on providing differentiated, value-added

capabilities to customers and principal supply chains through

formulary expertise and client solutions laboratories.

Carolina Coatings Solutions and

Industrial Services

Provider of corrosion protection and surface cleaning

services intended to serve companies in the chemical,

pulp and paper, power, and food and beverage industries.

The company offers services like specialty coatings,

abrasive blasting, blast tracking, pressure cleaning, water

blasting, sponge blasting, crack injection, and concrete

rehabilitation.

The company was acquired by Superior Industrial Maintenance

Company, via its financial sponsor Warren Equity Partners,

through an LBO on September 10, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cicoil Corporation Designer and manufacturer of high-performance cable

assemblies that are intended for technical industries. The

company's products are based on Flexx-Sil™ material and

extrusion processes that have created a wide variety of

high performance, cost-effective flat cable solutions that

are widely used in mission-critical applications for the mil-

aero, semiconductor, motion control, and medical

automation industries worldwide.

The company was acquired by TPC Wire & Cable, via its financial

sponsor Audax Group, through an LBO on September 30, 2019

for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition allows TPC Wire &

Cable to expand its market reach and strengthen its portfolio of

specialized wire and cable solutions to sophisticated, high cost-

of-failure environments.

Cobalt Capital Partners Owner and operator of warehouses and logistics

property. The company mainly involves in acquiring and

operating commercial properties throughout the United

States.

The company, a subsidiary of Colony Capital entered into a

definitive agreement to be acquired by The Blackstone Group

through an $5.9 billion LBO on September 30, 2019.

ColorCentric Provider of digital printing solution for photo and

publishing industries. The company offers a wide

spectrum of sizes, orientations and binding styles to help

consumers in capturing moments into timeless photo

products and provide the online tools to empower

individuals to become authors.

The company was acquired by Reischling Press, via its financial

sponsors HCAP Partners and Riverlake Partners, through an LBO

on September 25, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Concrete Accessories & Rentals Distributor of specialty construction materials, accessories

and tools.The company offers various construction

products such as concrete blankets & vibrators,

decorative concrete stamps, rebar, sonotube, chemicals

used in building infrastructure, sprayers and concrete

counter-tops for sale or on rental basis.

The company was acquired by Construction Supply Group, via

its financial sponsors The Sterling Group and Kingfish Group,

through an LBO on September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Contractor's Truss Systems Provider of engineered wood products. The company's

structural building components are engineered for

residential, commercial, agricultural and industrial

buildings and has been delivering for more than 25 years.

The company was acquired by American Construction Source,

via its financial sponsors Angeles Equity Partners and Clearlake

Capital Group, through an LBO on September 4, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

Corvana (Sugar Discover tool) Analytics technology. The asset allows customers to

automate 24/7 monitoring of CRM data, detecting events,

feeding users what they need to know, and guiding them

to answers.

The asset of Corvana was acquired by SugarCRM, via its financial

sponsor Accel-KKR, through an LBO on September 25, 2019.

DELTA Resources Provider of technical expertise and operational support

services to the Federal government and private sector.

The company provides administrative support, acquisition

management, information technology, engineering,

corporate etiquette consulting, program management

and financial management services.

The company was acquired by VT Group, via its financial

sponsor The Jordan Company, through an LBO on September

30, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

DPIS Builder Services Provider of full-service engineering and inspection

services. The company operates as a residential structural

engineering company offering engineering and inspection

services for site preparation, foundation, frame, wind

engineering, HVAC design and others.

The company was acquired by Saw Mill Capital through an LBO

on September 6, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

DriveKore Distributor of power tools and construction supplies

serving professional construction firms and specialty

contractors. The company stocks and offers construction

tools, hardware and safety supplies as well as provides

tool repair, laser repair and concrete cutting services.

The company was acquired by Colony Hardware, via its financial

sponsors Audax Group and Tailwind Capital, through an LBO on

September 11, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Eco Chemical Manufacturer of water-based stains and coatings. The

company specializes in eco-friendly waterborne synthetic

and natural grass turf marking systems, wood paints and

stains, and industrial coatings used on pressure-treated

wood and in the manufacturing of wood products such as

fencing, decks, and exteriors.

The company was acquired by U-C Coatings, via its financial

sponsor High Road Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. Mr. Mark Cheirrett

and Ms. Peg Cheirrett also invested in the transaction. Madison

Capital Financing provided debt financing for the transaction.

Elite FPS Provider of fire protection services to numerous end

markets, including healthcare, education and commercial.

The company provides comprehensive fire protection

services, including the design, engineering, installation

and maintenance of fire sprinkler systems.

The company was acquired by Frontier Fire Protection, via its

financial sponsor Highview Capital, through an LBO on

September 16, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Emerging Compounds Treatment

Technologies

Developer of advanced technology products intended to

mitigate the impact of emerging contaminants on air and

water. The company products remove contaminants from

water using a proprietary, cost-effective approach that

leverages the properties of ion exchange resins to enable

efficient analyte removal and on-site regeneration.

The company was acquired by Montrose Environmental Group,

via its financial sponsors Yukon Capital and Yukon Capital,

through an LBO on September 10, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

The acquisition enables the acquirer to bring new, innovative

technologies to the market that enhance its ability to solve the

pressing environmental challenges of today while staying on the

forefront of future emerging contaminants.

Engineering Solutions & Products Provider of C4ISR-focused services intended for the army.

The company provides system engineering and

integration, logistics and supply chain management,

mission and program support services.

The company was acquired by Sev1tech, via its financial

sponsors DFW Capital Partners and Enlightenment Capital,

through an LBO on September 3, 2019, for an undisclosed sum.

Esterline Technologies Manufacturer and seller of aerospace and defense

products designed to be used for commercial and military

aircraft and similar devices for land- and sea-based

military vehicles. It designs, produces, and markets

engineered products and systems.

The company, a subsidiary of TransDigm Group, was acquired by

KPS Capital Partners through an estimated $190 million LBO on

September 23, 2019.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

FATHOM (Oakland) Manufacturer of prototypes and production parts. The

company's offerings include 3D printing, additive

manufacturing, CNC machining, urethane casting, Tooling,

Injection Molding, engineering/design, and managed

services by blending additive technologies with traditional

manufacturing methods, enabling clients to get access to

advanced technologies and methods that enhance and

accelerate today's product development and production

processes.

The company was acquired by Midwest Composite

Technologies, via its financial sponsor CORE Industrial Partners,

through an LBO on September 26, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Firestone Pacific Foods Provider of fully integrated processing services for

domestic and export fruit customers. The company's

services offer frozen fruit processing, packing, and cold

storage services to growers throughout the Pacific

Northwest.

The company was acquired by Agriculture Capital through an

LBO on September 5, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Gategroup gategroup Holding AG is engaged in the operation of

airline catering and provision of related services in

Switzerland. It provides airline catering, retail and

technology services, onboard service equipment, and

supply chain and logistics solutions. Its segments include

EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific

regions.

The company completed a debt-for-equity restructure on

09/25/2019. Convertible Bond was converted into a 50% stake

equity stake in the company.

GCM Holding Corporation Provider of outsourced precision machined components

and assemblies to medical, aerospace and diversified

industries. The company offers component-

manufacturing, engineering services, supply chain

management, precision machining, sheet metal

fabrication, precision assembly services to OEM with a

wider range of product design and manufacturing

capabilities.

The company was acquired by Avista Capital Partners through

an LBO on September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. The

transaction was supported by $75 million of debt financing in

the form of a unitranche credit facility from Varagon Capital

Partners.

Gene Larew Lures Manufacturer of fishing lures and baits. The company

uses soft-plastic injection molding equipment to offer a

wide range of fishing lures including biffle baits and

hardheads, creature baits, craws, bait fish and worms,

providing products to its customers that are consistent in

shape and color.

The company was acquired by Pradco Outdoor Brands, via its

financial sponsor EBSCO Capital, through an LBO on September

4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

GLP (179 Million Square Feet,

Logistics Assets, US)

179 million square feet of logistics assets located in the

United States. The assets compromises of urban and infill

logistics properties.

The logistics assets was acquired by The Blackstone Group and

Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust through a $18.7 billion LBO

on September 26, 2019. The Blackstone Group is acquiring 115

million square feet for $13.4 billion and Blackstone Real Estate

Income Trust is acquiring 64 million square feet for $5.3 billion

as part of the deal.

GNT Holdings (12 Planet Fitness

clubs in Triad North Carolina)

Portfolio of fitness clubs in Charlotte, North Carolina. The

portfolio consists of 12 fitness centers which offer fitness

experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating

environment.

National Fitness Partners entered into a definitive agreement to

acquire GNT Holdings (12 Planet Fitness clubs in Triad North

Carolina) on September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Grede Holdings Manufacturer of ductile, gray and specialty iron castings

including lost foam and high silicon molybdenum

applications. The company manufactures cast, machined

and assembled metal components for transportation and

industrial markets in the United States and

internationally. It also provides precision machining and

finishing services including assembly, engineering and

supply chain management services.

The company, a subsidiary of American Axle & Manufacturing

entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Gamut

Capital Management through a $245 million LBO on September

18, 2019. Gamut Capital Management will pay $185 million on

cash and $60 million in deferred payment obligations for the

transaction.

Heads Up Technologies Developer of advanced digital audio checklist systems for

pilots. The company's products include voice checklist and

aural warning systems, enabling safer flight to cabin

management systems.

The company was acquired by JLL Partners through an LBO on

September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Holdfast Technologies Distributor of specialty construction materials, accessories

and tools. The company specializes in the promotion,

distribution and support of insulated concrete forms

allowing builders, architects, and engineers the ability to

build and design commercial and residential structures

with greater efficiency.

The company was acquired by Construction Supply Group, via

its financial sponsors Kingfish Group and The Sterling Group,

through an LBO on September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Hoodco systems Provider of fire protection systems for the restaurant

industry. The company specializes in the installation,

inspection and maintenance & repair of kitchen exhaust

and fire suppression systems for the restaurant industry.

The company was acquired by Impact Fire Services, via its

financial sponsor Audax Group, through an LBO on September

4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Icon Identity Solutions Provider of branding implementation services and

products. The company manages brands by

manufacturing, maintaining and constructing signage

products. It offers shelters, lighting systems and fixtures,

comprehensive signage systems and signs for exterior and

interior spaces to financial, retail and corporate clients.

The company was acquired by MC Group (Mentor), via its

financial sponsors Capitala Group and Arcapita, through an LBO

on September 5, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

IdeaPaint Provider of single-coat roller-applied paint designed to

transform smooth surfaces to dry-erase writing surfaces.

The company's single-coat roller-applied paint utilize

advanced chemistry and is used for conference rooms,

creative spaces, classrooms, open work areas, hallways,

residential areas, home offices, kids rooms and

playrooms, enabling clients to transform passive space

into active environments.

The company was acquired by Innovative Chemical Products, via

its financial sponsors Delos Capital and Delos Capital, through an

LBO on September 16, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. With the

acquisition, Innovative Chemical Product enhances its portfolio

of performance coatings and design-driven interior products.

IDG Compressor Provider of compressed air system products and services.

The company offers air dryers, air compressors and

vacuum pumps distribution and service, repair,

equipment rental, installation and other services,

enabling companies to get a range of products and

services.

The company, a subsidiary of Industrial Distribution Group, was

acquired by OTP Industrial Solutions, via its financial sponsor

Genstar Capital, through an LBO on September 23, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

Industrial Valve Sales & Service Distributor of specialty valve products intended for blue-

chip companies. The company offers new valves and

parts, valve repair, field service, equipment maintenance,

and management systems.

The company was acquired by KCM Capital Partners, PNC

Mezzanine Capital, Five Points Capital and its management

through an LBO on September 12, 2019, for an undisclosed sum.

Senior Debt financing for the transaction was provided by

Hancock Capital Management and mezzanine financing was

provided by PNC Mezzanine Capital and Five Points Capital.

Industry Dive Operator of a platform intended to provide industry

insights and analysis to busy industry executives. The

company offers business leaders with a bird's-eye view of

their industry and also gives in-depth feature articles,

industry events, jobs and commentary, providing decision-

makers with up-to-date information so they can stay

ahead in competitive industries.

The company was acquired by Falfurrias Capital Partners

through an LBO on September 5, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Infiana Group Manufacturer of innovative and specialized films in

Germany. The company offers a range of films such as

base films, siliconized films, embossed films and printed

films, enabling consumer goods industries with quality

films which are tear-resistant, slip-proof, puncture-

resistant, UV-resistant, impermeable to water and

extremely heat-resistant.

The company was acquired by Loparex Group, via its financial

sponsor Pamplona Capital Management, through an LBO on

September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Instinctif Partners Provider of business communications consultancy

services. The company integrates the entire process from

risk identification to mitigation and enhances operating

licences to engage the length of the stakeholder supply

chain, enabling clients to receive a deeper understanding

of their complex audiences.

The company was acquired by LDC through an estimated GBP

20 million LBO on September 4, 2019.

Inter-Mountain Retirement

Partners

Provider of investment and retirement plan consulting

services to corporations, governmental and nonprofit

organizations, as well as, serving individual investment

clients. The company specializes in offering retirement

plans benefiting both employers and employees,

investment due diligence & monitoring, wealth planning,

retirement income planning and financial risk

management.

The company was acquired by Hub International, via its financial

sponsors Hellman & Friedman, AlpInvest Partners, HarbourVest

Partners and Altas Partners, through an LBO on September 23,

2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Ironridge (Solar Mounting

Products)

Designer and manufacturer of solar mounting products.

The company designs and manufactures racking and

mounting systems to support solar panels, pitched roofs

and similar photo-voltaic installations.

The company was acquired by Esdec, via its financial sponsor

Gilde Buy Out Partners, through an LBO on September 9, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

Islands West Manufacturing Wholesaler of produce, processed fruits, dried spices, and

fresh-cut vegetables in Canada. The company provides

merchandise from local farmers and worldwide growers

ensuring their customers get the freshest produce

including grocery stores, restaurants, hotels, hospitals,

schools and government facilities.

The company was acquired by Fresh Direct Produce, via its

financial sponsor Hammond, Kennedy, Whitney & Company,

through an LBO on September 12, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

This acquisition provides Fresh Direct Produce with a range of

complementary new products, a wider and more efficient

distribution network, and a state-of-the-art processing facility,

adding capacity and improving operations.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Julie Gilhart Consulting Provider of fashion consultancy services intended to serve

designers, for-profit companies and nonprofit

organizations. The company advises companies on brand

development, developing strategic partnerships and

collaborations, introducing lifestyle brands to the fashion

realm, creating sustainability initiatives and generating

new revenue streams.

The company was acquired by Tomorrow London, via its

financial sponsors Three Hills Capital Partners and Red Circle

Investments, through an LBO on September 6, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort

& Spa

A hotel property situated in Arizona. The property spans

out 396 lush acres, the Resort features a 950-room hotel,

212,500 square feet of flexible meeting space, seven food

and beverage options, and numerous amenities including

five pools, a lazy river, a world-class spa, and two

championship golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer

and Nick Faldo.

JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa was acquired by Elliott

Management and Trinity Investments through an LBO on

September 3, 2019 for $ 605 million.

Kord Technologies Provider of high-end engineering, intelligence,

cybersecurity, and advanced technology solutions. The

company delivers an extensive portfolio of directed

energy, missile defense, space, cyber, and defense

technology to Federal Government customers.

The company was acquired by Centauri Corporation, via its

financial sponsor Arlington Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 24, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition

strengthens Centauri's defense technology capabilities and

allows the organization to provide a broader range of solutions

to customers across the intelligence and defense communities.

Labelix Group Provider of printing services based in Canada. The

company offers services such as custom labels, shrink

wrap packaging, lithography, computer and on-site

graphics, as well as offers products such as

pharmaceutical, bar code, synthetic, thermal transfer and

direct labels, along with fluorescent ink to customers,

enabling them to avail customized and affordable printing

solutions.

The company was acquired by Labelink Products, via its financial

sponsor Parkview Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 17, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition fits

perfectly with the Labelink Products' vision of transforming an

industry that is all too often perceived as traditional and

strengthens the company's competitive advantage for the

benefit of current and future customers.

Laser Technologies Service Distributor of printers & copiers to businesses based in

the Greater Boston area. The company offers office

technology like copiers, printers and document

management software along with services like print

management, troubleshooting and repairs.

The company was acquired by Flex Technology Group, via its

financial sponsors Oval Partners and Tree Line Capital Partners,

through an LBO on September 17, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Lazar Partners Owner and operator of a communications advisory firm

intended to offer strategy communication consulting

services. The company's services include clinical trial

recruitment, corporate communications, investor

relations and public relations, enabling healthcare

companies to effectively develop novel products and

innovative technologies.

The company was acquired by Finn Partners, via its financial

sponsor The Stagwell Group, through an LBO on September 4,

2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Life Safety Solutions Integrators Distributor of low-voltage electronics and life safety

systems serving government, education, healthcare and

multiple businesses. The company offers a wide range of

turnkey services within the life safety and security space,

including sales, design, installation, and service.

The company was acquired by Convergint Technologies, via its

financial sponsor Ares Private Equity Group, through an LBO on

September 4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Litivate Reporting + Trial Services Provider of litigation support services. The company

offers court reporting, trial presentation, litigation

graphics and trial counselling services and also operates

an e-discovery platform, enabling clients to get affordable

services.

The company was acquired by U.S. Legal Support, via its

financial sponsor Apollo Investment and ABRY Partners, through

an LBO on September 10, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

M'Plast Manufacturer and converter of polyethylene products for

industrial use. The company specializes in the

manufacturing, impression and transformation of

polyethylene film into bags or U-Film for a range of end

markets, including horticulture, agriculture and industrial

uses.

The company was acquired by Licaplast Industries Emballages,

via its financial sponsors Licaplast Industries Emballages and

Charter Oak Equity, through an LBO on September 16, 2019 for

an undisclosed sum.

Mainstream Provider of installation, maintenance and repair services

for the mechanical and electrical sector. The company

offers services like troubleshooting, preventative

maintenance, parts and replacement, conveyor repair,

engineering, and fabrication, thereby providing solutions

to customers with increased regional service coverage.

The company was acquired by Aloi Materials Handling &

Automation, via its financial sponsors Wincove Private Holdings

and Harris Preston & Partners, through an LBO on September 6,

2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Market Refrigeration Specialists Provider of refrigeration repair services. The company

offers refrigeration, HVAC, construction, energy

management, preventive maintenance, compressors

repair and refrigerant leak reduction services, enabling

retail, commercial and industrial customers to reduce

energy costs, lower refrigerant consumptions and

increase equipment longevity.

The company was acquired by The Arcticom Group, via its

financial sponsor Goense Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 10, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

MC Group (Mentor) Provider of signage and lighting services. The company

manufactures, installs and designs signs to customers

across the United States through a highly-scalable, vendor-

managed, and asset-light business model and acts as a

comprehensive one-stop-shop for customers, eliminating

the need to manage multiple relationships with local

vendors across diverse geographies.

The company was acquired by Icon Identity Solutions, via its

financial sponsor Merit Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 5, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

McNally Industries Manufacturer of mechanical systems and precision

machined parts for the US government and defense

contractors. The company's offerings include helicopter

tooling, such as blade clamp, spindle bender, star plate,

seal installation tool assemblies; and torque adapter

tooling and provides ordnance-related products for

combat vehicles, artillery systems, naval guns, land

combat systems, and missile launchers including rotors

for minigun systems, exit and entrance ammo feed

assemblies for gun systems, auto gun feeders for

bushmaster gun systems, guns, transfer units,

bushmasters, magazine assemblies, minigun, and various

gun parts.

The company was acquired by Susquehanna Private Capital

through an LBO on September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Meridican Provider of incentive planning services. The company

provides consulting with regards to incentive travel

programs, meetings and conferences, product launches,

and consumer events.

The company was acquired by Direct Travel, via its financial

sponsor ABRY Partners, through an LBO on September 18, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Midwest Products and

Engineering

Provider of design and manufacturing services to clients

in the medical market. The company offers design,

engineering, manufacture, and supply chain expertise to

medical OEMs, helping them build their products from

concept to completion.

The company was acquired by Beecken Petty O'Keefe &

Company through an LBO on September 24, 2019, for an

undisclosed sum.

Mike's Flooring Companies Provider of flooring services intended for multifamily,

commercial and residential properties. The company

offers flooring installation services to clients looking to

replace existing units or carry out a complete

reconstruction.

The company was acquired by Interior Logic Group, via its

financial sponsors Littlejohn & Co, Platinum Equity and The

Gores Group through an LBO on September 9, 2019, for an

undisclosed sum.

Millennium Business Systems Distributor of copiers and printing equipment. The

company provides copiers, printers, multi-functional

technology and document management hardware and

software to companies in the Greater Cincinnati,

Northern Kentucky, Dayton, Ohio and Southeast Indiana

business communities, enabling its customers to improve

their document workflow.

The company was acquired by Flex Technology Group, via its

financial sponsors Oval Partners and Tree Line Capital Partners,

through an LBO on September 13, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

MMC Packaging Equipment Designer of automation equipment. The company

develops manufacturing technologies with a strong focus

on innovation, exporting to around forty locations and

specializes in the development of post-molding process

automation equipment for the caps and closure industry.

The company was acquired by Tekni-Plex, via its financial

sponsor Genstar Capital, through an LBO on September 4, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

Momentum Services Corporation Provider of repair services of LCD flat panel displays for

aerospace and defence industry. The company offers

global service solutions for Commercial and Military

Aviation displays of all sizes with significant cost savings,

high-yield, and minimum turn time.

The company was acquired by Precision Aviation Group, via its

financial sponsor GenNx360 Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Naumann/Hobbs Material

Handling

Provider and distributor of material handling equipment,

parts, service, and supply chain services. The company

offers forklifts, lift trucks, storage equipment, conveyor,

and materials transport systems, pallet racks, automation

systems, forklift parts and repair services and provides

equipment rentals and supply chain solutions, enabling

clients to maximize storage space and improve

warehouse processes and practices at low costs.

The company was acquired by CenterGate Capital through an

LBO on September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. As a result

of the transaction HCI Equity Partners sold its stake in the

company. The investment will provide the company capital and

strategic resources to continue to grow their market presence

and geographic reach.

Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning Provider of gutter and outdoor cleaning services intended

to offer one-stop-shop resolutions for home

maintenance. The company's all gutter and outdoor

cleaning services include exterior residential maintenance

along with extensive cleaning services for underground

drain, walkway cleaning, gutter screening, decks, roofs,

and siding, which are featured with quality control check,

covered with insurance.

The company was acquired by AVALT through a $300 million

LBO on September 30, 2019.

New England Miniature Ball Manufacturer of precision balls. The company

manufactures steel ball bearings, chrome balls, gold balls,

titanium balls and stainless steel balls.

The company was acquired by Spring Rock Capital through an

LBO on September 20, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Nexstar Media Group (group of

21 tv stations)

A chain of television stations in Irving, Texas. Cerberus Capital Management and Apollo Global Management

acquired a group of television stations of Nexstar Media Group

on September 19, 2019 through an LBO for an undisclosed sum.

NextGen Technologies Provider of electrical testing services with specialty in

electricity transmission, distribution and generation

system servicing. The company designs, tests,

commissions and maintains and repairs communications

and protection & control systems, in addition to providing

turnkey electrical engineering, procurement, and

construction solutions for clients from design through to

building, installation, and maintenance.

The company was acquired by Shermco Industries, via its

financial sponsor Gryphon Investors, through an LBO on

September 10, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

NorMak Machine and Hydraulic Provider of industrial repair services. The company has a

full service machine shop which specializes in production

of replacement parts such as Frac valve repair,

and Hydraulic Repair, providing clients comprehensive

services to put their assets back to work with as little cost

and downtime as possible.

The company reached a definitive agreement to be acquired by

AWC Frac Valves, via undisclosed financial sponsors, through an

LBO on September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

NRI Electronics Provider of contract manufacturing services intended to

serve companies in electronics industry helping

agriculture, defense, aerospace, industrial and medical.

The company specializes in printed circuit board

assembly, custom wire harness and cable assembly and

electro-mechanical manufacturing.

The company was acquired by Electrical Components

International, via its financial sponsor Cerberus Capital

Management, through an LBO on September 4, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

Oakland Metal Buildings Manufacturer and distributor of pre-engineered metal

buildings. The company offers building framework, girts,

purlins, roof and wall panels, components, and

accessories which are intended for commercial, post-

frame agricultural and other industrial applications.

The company was acquired by Union Corrugating, via its

financial sponsors Industrial Opportunity Partners and Patriot

Capital, through an LBO on September 26, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

P.J. Mechanical Provider of HVAC related construction and mechanical

services. The company offers installation, construction,

renovations, alterations and maintenance of HVAC

systems and building management services, enabling

office towers, corporate complexes, sports stadiums,

hospitals and a variety of other structures to get

environmentally friendly services.

The company was acquired by Aterian Investment Partners

through an LBO on September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Petroleum Solutions Provider of petroleum and energy-related services. The

company offers distribution, fuel handling equipment,

comprehensive fueling, distribution, maintenance and

installation services.

The company was acquired by Jones & Frank, via its financial

sponsor MidOcean Partners, through an LBO on September 27,

2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Power Overhaul Provider of operations and maintenance (O&M) services

intended to serve clients in the solar industry. The

company provides services like performance testing,

installation, inspection and other services.

The company was acquired by SunSystem Technology, via its

financial sponsor Royalty North Partners, through an LBO on

September 5, 2019 an undisclosed sum.The acquisition expands

SST's services and footprint in the U.S. solar O&M market.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Prime Wood Craft Provider of innovative and sustainable pallet

management and packaging solutions. The company

develops unique, environmentally friendly, data

transparent and economical programs for many major

and mid-major retailers along with comprehensive on-site

management programs (COMP), complete pallet and

packaging recycling services, new and recycled pallet

sales along with sourcing and logistics solutions.

The company was acquired by Northwest Pallet, via its financial

sponsor Huron Capital Partners, through an LBO on September

9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Pro Safety Services Provider of safety management services. The company

provides full-time site safety management, loss control,

training, periodic audits, and safety management program

development services to construction companies,

builders, and other industries.

The company was acquired by Risk Strategies Company, via its

financial sponsors Kelso Private Equity and HarbourVest

Partners, through an LBO on September 23, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

Pro-vision Provider of commercial mobile video technology

exclusively for commercial, law enforcement and transit

applications. The company designs, manufactures and

installs rugged rear vision and video recording systems,

body-worn cameras, and video management software.

The company was acquired by JMC Capital Partners through an

LBO on September 6, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Procter & Gamble (Joy Hand Dish

Retail, Joy Hand Dish PGP and

Cream Suds PGP businesses)

Portfolio of brand rights. The portfolio includes Joy Hand

Dish Retail, Joy Hand Dish PGP and Cream Suds PGP

businesses.

Portfolio of brand rights was acquired by Prestige Value Brands,

via its financial sponsor Capital Park, through an LBO on

September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Provenance Consulting Provider of process safety management services. The

company offers lifecycle support, relief system, risk

assessment, mechanical integrity services and has

software for process safety.

The company was acquired by Trinity Consultants, via its

financial sponsor Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, through an

LBO on September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Pulse Veterinary Technologies Manufacturer of therapeutic devices and regenerative

veterinary medicine for pets. The company's therapeutic

devices and regenerative veterinary medicine are used for

the treatment of a variety of musculoskeletal disorders

causing chronic pain and lameness in pets. Its shock wave

devices provide sound energy therapy for healing dogs

and horses.

The company was acquired by Branford Castle Partners and

Siguler Guff & Company through an LBO on September 6, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Pumps,Parts and Service Distributor of pumps. The company's products include

rotating and process equipment which serve industrial,

municipal and energy markets throughout the

southeastern United State, offering businesses a

comprehensive suite of services that support systems

design, performance optimization, equipment longevity

and inventory management.

The company was acquired by OTP Industrial Solutions, via its

financial sponsor Genstar Capital, through an LBO on September

11, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Quad656 Provider of staffing and hiring services. The company

specializes in contract and direct hire recruiting for

accounting & finance, human resources & administrative,

sales & marketing, information technology, enterprise

resource planning, engineering & manufacturing and

insurance roles intended to help companies get skilled

employees and focus on their core activities.

The company was acquired by SolomonEdwardsGroup, via its

financial sponsor Boathouse Capital, through an LBO on

September 18, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

RKD Direct Point Provider of direct advertising services serving non-profit

organizations through strategically crafted and creative

direct-response campaigns. The company specializes in

multi-channel fundraising and marketing for health and

disease charities, hospitals, international non-government

organizations, and other nonprofits globally.

The company was acquired by RKD Group, via its financial

sponsors BV Investment Partners and First Capital Partners,

through an LBO on September 13, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

S and S Supplies & Solutions Provider of technical safety services and repair for

instruments and safety equipment intended to assure on-

site and off-site safety of workers. The company's

technical safety services include calibration and flow

testing, sanitizing, device inspections, respiratory masks

and equipment cleaning and fall protection services and

also offers tool and safety equipment rentals, enabling

businesses to find and hire safety equipment and practice

safety measures for reducing the health risks of workers,

especially of those working in mines and danger-prone

zones.

The company was acquired by Total Safety U.S., via its financial

sponsor Littlejohn & Co, through an LBO on September 13, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Savour Food Safety International Provider of consulting, auditing and training services in

food safety and quality. The company specializes in

assisting companies in developing long-term food safety

culture and behavior change programs as well as internal

and external food safety communication plans from

developing marketing advantage, creating a culture to

communication during and after times of crisis for food

companies.

The company was acquired by Matrix Sciences, via its financial

sponsor Imperial Capital Group, through an LBO on September

12, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Saylite Provider of lighting solutions. The company offers LED,

smart lighting, sensors and retrofits that bridge the

worlds of lightning, construction, design and technology,

enabling offices, warehouses, multi-family projects and

hotels to enhance lighting, cut energy and reduce

maintenance costs.

The company was acquired by CORE Industrial Partners through

an LBO on September 4, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Schneider Packaging Equipment Manufacturer of case packing and robotic palletizing

solutions serving food and beverage, dairy,

pharmaceutical, personal care, plastics and paper

industries. The company manufactures a complete line of

robotic palletizing, case packers, tray packers, high-

performance random case sealers, specialty cartoning

systems and integrated packaging solutions as well as

ancillary equipment.

The company was acquired by GenNx360 Capital Partners and

Harvey & Company through an LBO on September 16, 2019 for

an undisclosed sum.

Schultz Roofing Supply Distributor of roofing products and accessories. The

company's offerings include skylights, weather vanes, rain

catchers, cupolas, shingles, exterior trim, siding, windows,

vinyl fence and railings, synthetic decking, metal roofing

and other complementary products, enabling general

contractors, homeowners, and building owners to get

access to a huge variety of quality roofing products in an

efficient and effective manner.

The company was acquired by SRS Distribution, via its financial

sponsors Leonard Green & Partners and Berkshire Partners,

through an LBO on September 6, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

SeaTac (Kent Operations) Distributor of transmission and driveline parts. The

company provides its services across Washington.

The kent operations of SeaTac Parts Warehouse were acquired

by Transtar Industries, via its financial sponsor Silver Point

Capital, through an LBO on September 5, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

SequenceBase Provider of patent sequence information to the

biotechnology, legal, pharmaceutical, scientific, technical

and academic bioinformatics communities. The

company's database covers all biological sequence

information from worldwide patents benefiting

Intellectual Property (IP) professionals, bioinformatics

specialists, molecular biologists and licensing & business

development professionals.

The company was acquired by Clarivate Analytics, via its

financial sponsors Onex, ACE & Company and Baring Private

Equity Asia, through an LBO on September 9, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

SinterMet Designer, researcher and manufacturer of tungsten

carbide rolls and powder metallurgy rolls for rod and bar

mills located throughout the world. The company's

products are produced from tungsten carbide, powder

metallurgy tool steel and other advanced materials in

different shapes and sizes based on the needs on the

client and can meet the supply demands due to its

manufacturing capabilities enabling enterprises to get the

required product on time.

The company was acquired by V&A Capital through an LBO on

September 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Solex Thermal Science Manufacturer of indirect heat exchangers for bulk solids.

The company specializes in the heating, cooling and

drying of bulk solids and is applied to the processing of

fertilizer, sugar, oil seeds, grains and plastics.

The company was acquired by Mosman Stainless Steel, via its

financial sponsor Anders Invest, through an LBO on September

9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Southern Supply Company Manufacturer and supplier of fire protection, first aid

safety and emergency products & services. The

company's services include sales and service of portable

fire extinguishers, fixed system fire extinguishers and fire

protection system designs.

The company was acquired by Summit Companies, via its

financial sponsor CI Capital Partners, through an LBO for an

undisclosed sum on September 6, 2019.

Southwest Elevator Company Provider of preventative maintenance, repair and

modernization services for elevators and escalators The

company's offerings include design, installation,

renovation, service and repair and preventative

maintenance programs for elevators, enabling clients to

get access to customized products and services for their

elevators.

The company, a subsidiary of Kone, was acquired by Align

Capital Partners through an LBO on September 17, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum. The company was recapitalized as part of the

transaction.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Space Electronics Manufacturer of aerospace mass properties

measurement instruments. The company's instruments

measure center of gravity, moment of inertia, product of

inertia, moment weight and dynamic balanc for the

aerospace, defense and military markets. It also

manufactures igniter circuit testers and precision

ohmmeters.

The company was acquired by Raptor Scientific, via its financial

sponsor L Squared Capital Partners, through an LBO on

September 9, 2019, for an undisclosed sum.

Specialized Property Evaluation

Control Services

Provider of property risk and loss quantification

consulting services intended to serve the insurance, legal,

and construction communities. The company provides

property damage assessments, restoration consulting,

construction project administration, risk management,

facility services, and catastrophic response consulting

services.

The company was acquired by J.S. Held, via its financial sponsor

Lovell Minnick Partners, through an LBO on September 17, 2019

for an undisclosed sum. Joining J.S. Held will give the company

access to more resources and expertise that will bring

substantial benefit to its clients.

StoneStreet Advisor Group Provider of retirement plan consulting services. The

company provides expertise and specialized resources

needed to assist in managing fiduciary obligations, and

assist employees with retirement planning.

The company was acquired by Hub International (United States),

via its financial sponsors Hellman & Friedman, HarbourVest

Partners, Altas Partners and AlpInvest Partners through an LBO

on September 17, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Strength Environmental Provider of wastewater treatment services. The company

offers waste treatment and disposal services, industrial

cleaning, facility services, on-site services, professional

services and transportation services intended for public

and private sector customers.

The company was acquired by Valicor Environmental Services,

via its financial sponsor Pritzker Private Capital, through an LBO

on September 17, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

TA Realty (Portfolio of 68

Properties)

68 properties logistics portfolio, located in the United

States.

The real estate portfolio of TA Realty was acquired by The

Blackstone Group through an LBO on September 3, 2019.

Tanknology Provider of environmental compliance, testing and

inspection platform designed for petroleum fueling

systems. The company's platform offers compliance

testing, including tanks, lines and leak detectors,

secondary containment testing, periodic inspection

services and environmental compliance services for

petroleum fueling systems.

The company was acquired by Hamilton Robinson Capital

Partners and its management through an LBO on September 13,

2019 for an undisclosed sum. The company was recapitalized

through this transaction.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

TechLink Provider of temporary technology and IT professional

staffing services. The company specializes in high-end,

technical skill sets and offers the full range of technology

placement needs, from staff augmentation to end-to-end

project management.

The company was acquired by The Execu|Search Group, via its

financial sponsor New Heritage Capital, through an LBO on

September 11, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Tencue Productions Operator of a full service event production and consulting

company. The company works with a network of

designers, technicians and a production team to develop

an event that excites the audience while promoting the

proper message and image.

The company was acquired by Opus Agency, via its financial

sponsor Growth Catalyst Partners, through an LBO on

September 9, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Tennessee Glass Wholesalers Distributor of glass products based in Tennessee, United

States. The company offers products including beveled

glass, leaded glass, laminated glass, tempered glass,

safety glass, and float glass to their clients. The company

is no longer actively tracked by PitchBook.

The company was acquired by American Insulated Glass, via its

financial sponsor AV Capital, through an LBO on September 24,

2019 for an undisclosed sum. The deal will accelerate

company's ability to service customers in East Tennessee,

Kentucky and Virginia.

The Incentive Group

(Massachusetts)

Provider of employee benefits consulting and brokerage

services. The company offers business owner clients with

employee benefits such as health insurance, medical

plans, dental plans, group life insurance and disability

insurance plans, providing clients with customized

support and services.

The company was acquired by The Hilb Group, via its financial

sponsor ABRY Partners, through an LBO on September 1, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

The NCHERM Group Operator of multidisciplinary risk management consulting

firm intended to offer practices for campus health and

safety. The company offers training for behavioral

intervention and threat assessment, campus conduct

officers and boards, mental health counselors, campus

misconduct and other related topics, enabling clients to

access their service for compliance consult, expert

witness and litigation.

The company was acquired by Renovus Capital Partners through

an LBO on September 16, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Thinkstep Provider of consulting services intended to build business

value from sustainability. The company's services offer a

life cycle assessment tool for sustainability data

administration and evaluation on the organization,

facility, process and product life cycle levels to drive

operational excellence, product innovation, brand value

and regulatory compliance, enabling businesses to

succeed in the long run and earn more revenue.

The company was acquired by Sphera Solutions via its financial

sponsor Genstar Capital, through a LBO on September 16, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

Tower International Tower International Inc is a manufacturer of structural

metal components and assemblies used in the

automotive industry. The company offers body-structure

stampings, frame and other chassis structures, complex

welded assemblies, and suspension components for small

and large cars, crossovers, pickups, and sport utility

vehicles. Tower International supplies its products directly

to original equipment manufacturers.

The company was acquired by Autokiniton Global Group, via its

financial sponsor KPS Capital Partners, through a $900 million

public-to-private LBO on September 30, 2019.

Trailer Wizards Provider of commercial trailer fleet services. The company

specializes in trailer dealerships, trailer rental services,

trailer leasing, trailer maintenance, trailer parts and trailer

storage.

The company entered into a definitive agreement to be

acquired by TIP Trailer Services, via its financial sponsor I

Squared Capital, through an LBO on September 9, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum. HSBC Bank Canada and Scotiabank provided

debt financing for the transaction.

Transportation Specialist's Group Provider of third-party logistics and transportation

management services. The company offers rate

negotiations and procurement, rate shopping, bill of

lading generation, shipment tendering, tracking and

reporting. freight audit, payment and more, enabling

distributors and manufacturers to save money through

benchmarking freight.

The company was acquired by Transportation Insight, via its

financial sponsor Gryphon Investors, through an LBO on

September 25, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

Treat America Food Services Provider of food service management services based in

Mission, Kansas. The company manages more than 120

on-site dining facilities providing food service and catering

to business & industry, government agencies, schools,

colleges, and health care facilities throughout the

midwest, offering comprehensive, customized food

service solutions tailored to the needs of each individual

client.

The company was acquired by 365 Retail Markets, via its

financial sponsor McCarthy Capital, through an LBO on

September 6, 2019, for an undisclosed sum.

Triman Industries Provider of military, aerospace, and commercial

components. The company offers military land, sea, and

air aftermarket products intended to meet and exceed

customer expectations and achieve management goals.

The company was acquired by AE Industrial Partners through an

LBO on September 3, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Tutela Technologies Provider of mobile crowdsourced customer experience

data. The company gathers information on mobile

infrastructure and tests wireless experience, helping

mobile network operators and network equipment

manufacturers around the world to compare operators as

well as make decisions in network and infrastructure

planning and optimization.

The company was acquired by Comlinkdata, via its financial

sponsor Alpine Investors, through an LBO on September 5, 2019

for an undisclosed sum.

United Bulk Terminals Davant Provider of dry bulk marine transportation and terminal

services. The company operates a dry bulk export

terminal that handles coal and pet coke operations.

The company, a subsidiary of U.S. United Bulk Terminal, was

acquired by T. Parker Host via its financial sponsor Metalmark

Capital, through an LBO on September 6, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

United Security Services Provider of fire safety products and services. The

company provides security system packages, fire alarm

systems, smoke detectors and other security products.

The company was acquired by Summit Companies, via its

financial sponsors CI Capital Partners and PennantPark Floating

Rate Capital, through an LBO on September 6, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum. The deal will help the company to offer its

customers a one-stop fire and line safety package.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

VarcoMac Provider of electrical services. The company's services

range from the design-assist delivery of electrical

systems, to comprehensive ongoing and preventative

maintenance arrangements throughout the lifecycle of

buildings, enabling data centers, hospitals, biotech labs

and other mission critical facilities to function smoothly.

The company was acquired byTherma, via its financial sponsor

Gemspring Capital, through an LBO on September 3, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

Vinyl Tech Distributor of lumber and lumber products in Ohio,

Pennsylvania and Indiana. The company is a retailer of

wood products serving furniture and playground builders.

The company was acquired by Tangent Technologies, via its

financial sponsor The Sterling Group, through an LBO on

September 20, 2019 for an undisclosed sum. This acquisition

will extend Tangent's capabilities in sheet manufacturing,

fabrication and assembly, as well as in distribution and

fulfillment for key geographies.

Vital Connections Designer and manufacturer of specialty medical cables

and wires. The company provides medical cables, wires

and accessories used in cardiac imaging, diagnostic

patient monitoring, ECG (electrocardiogram) and other

electrophysiological diagnostic areas including sleep

therapy.

The company was acquired by Advantage Medical Cables, via its

financial sponsors HealthEdge Investment Partners and Capitala

Group, through an LBO on September 9, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum.

VitalSmarts Provider of corporate training and leadership

development services. The company offers organizational

development services, through programs such as Crucial

Conversations, Crucial Accountability, Influencer and

Change Anything Training, enabling organizations to

achieve new levels of performance by changing employee

behavior.

The company was acquired by Leeds Equity Partners through an

LBO on September 30, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Water Science Technologies Developer of hydration technology designed to provide all

customers with a combination of chemistries and

application. The company's hydration technology is used

to make specialty polymers and biocides for industrial

water treatment; scale and corrosion inhibitors for oil

field applications; cationic and anionic emulsion and dry

polymers, enabling clients to efficiently treat waste water

problems.

The company was acquired by Italmatch Chemicals through a

LBO of undisclosed amount on September 27, 2017.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]

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Business Products and Services Deals for September 2019

Company Name Description Deal Synopsis

WhartonHill Advisors Provider of wealth management services. The company's

investment selection and monitoring ensures that the

clients portfolio is structured with an eye towards

individual income tax posture, assisting clients in the

selection of tax efficient investments along with providing

retirement income planning.

The company was acquired by Hub International (United States),

via its financial sponsors Hellman & Friedman, AlpInvest

Partners, HarbourVest Partners and Altas Partners, through an

LBO on September 19, 2019 for an undisclosed sum.

Windsor Disposal Services Provider of waste management services intended to serve

residential, commercial, industrial and municipal

customers. The company offers bin rentals in various

sizes, indoor landfill service, municipal curbside waste and

recycling pickup, waste audits and other services.

The company was acquired by GFL Environmental, via its

financial sponsors BC Partners, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan,

Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC) and

ACE & Company through an LBO on September 5, 2019 for an

undisclosed sum. The acquisition extends GFL's footprint in the

Windsor region and complements its' existing capabilities in

southwestern Ontario.

Cook M&A Advisory Services

212 W Kinzie Street, Ste. 600

Chicago, IL 60654

Arnis Kins

Managing Director(312) 755-5615

[email protected]