Metals: Production, Processing & Distribution

Ameridan has completed scores of projects involving the production, processing and distribution of metals and related products. We have worked with mills, service centers, distributors, and others across carbon steel, iron, stainless steel, high-performance alloys, aluminum, titanium, copper, and various powdered metals. Below is a sample of some of our completed projects:

NEA-180×140-1
Specialty metal processor & distributor
metaltech-138h
Producer of powdered metal bushings, fasteners, and highly engineered parts
americast-138h
Manufacturer of steel and iron sand castings used in locomotives, heavy truck and other applications.
allegheny-steel-138h
Processor of flat roll steel products
koons-steel-138h
Distributor of structural steel beams, shapes and other metal products
lapham-hickey-138h
General line service center offering bar products, flat roll steel, plate, structurals and other steel products
steelcare-138h
Provider of flat roll steel storage, transloading and JIT services
AMCastle-138h
Distributor of aluminum and titanium extrusions and tubing
alcoa-138h
Manufacturer of OE aluminum steering knuckles and other cast aluminum parts
BBL-138h
Authorized US Steel distributor offering steel pipe and associated services

Paper, Packaging, and Printing

The paper, paper packaging, and printing industries were once thought to be headed for extinction. We now know that demand for paper media and packaging is stable (in some segments growing nicely), and that market participants across the value-chain can can establish profitable niches and sustained growth. Over the last ten years, we have worked extensively with paper mills, packaging companies, and major printing firms. Below is a sample of some of our completed projects:

Arandell-138h
Manufacturer of premium marketing catalogs
LSC-138h
Provider of commercial printing services
twin-rivers-138h
Producer of paper used in commercial printing, labels, and packaging.
Confidential-project
Manufacturer of coated papers
peerless-138h
Master wholesaler of paper products and janitorial supplies
Iconex-138h-1
Manufacturer of labels and paper receipts
NCR-1
Manufacturer of financial transaction machines and related products
Confidential-project
Wholesaler of trade books

Construction Products & Services

Ameridan has completed a diverse set of projects involving both commercial and residential construction services/products. Our work has ranged from large, global construction contractors, to suppliers of residential drainage products, to producers of engineered wood products. Below is a sample of some of our completed projects:

Confidential-project
Manufacturer of residential drainage systems
armstrong-138h
Manufacturer of flooring and ceiling systems
spruceland-138h
Producer of wood decking, fencing, and related products
erosion-company
Provider of erosion control services
Permasteelisa-138h
Engineering, manufacturing, and installation of architectural envelopes
Confidential-project
Manufacturer of engineered lumber products

Automotive: OEM/Aftermarket Parts & Components

Suppliers to the automotive industry face significant challenges stemming from both electrification and powerful customers. Despite these challenges, Ameridan has helped companies and investor groups find profitable niches in both OEM and aftermarket products. Below is a sample of some of our completed projects:

ContMid-logo
Manufacturer of OE automotive fasteners
Confidential-project
Distributor of replacement automotive glass
Exide-138h
Manufacturer of lead-acid batteries
raybestos-138h
Manufacturer of friction plates used in automotive transmissions and heavy duty brakes
holley-138h
Manufacturer of high performance carburetors, exhaust systems, plumbing, and manifolds.
steelparts-138h
Manufacturer of OE automotive clutch plates and related parts
quickfuel-138h
Manufacturer of high performance carburetors

Lower Middle-Market Niche Manufacturing

We have worked with private equity clients and their portfolio companies across a plethora of niche industries, from polyurethane
foam products, to wire lifting rope, to glassware, to consumer electronics. Below is a sample of some of our completed projects:

keystone-180×140-1
Fabricator of foam products
colson-138h
Manufacturer of casters, wheels, and related products
kurzkasch-138h
Manufacturer of encapsulated coils, stators, solenoids, and thermoset plastic components.
katun-138h
Developer and manufacturer of aftermarket copier parts and consumables.
casar-138h
Manufacturer of high performance steel wire crane ropes.
republic-138h
Manufacturer of steel lockers, shelving, and mezzanine systems.
drumet-138h
Manufacturer of general purpose and high performance wire ropes.
oliveira-138h
Manufacturer of high performance crane, mooring, and fishing ropes.
tecumseh-138h
Manufacturer of small gasoline engines used on snowblowers, lawn tractors, and other products.
dupenn-138h
Manufacturer of meter housings, turbo & rotor assemblies and internal meter components
cobralogo3-copy
Developer, manufacturer, and distributor of travel-related consumer electronics
genesee-138h
Brewer of branded beer and wine coolers
oneida-138h
Designer and manufacturer of consumer and foodservice flatware, dinnerware, and glassware
Confidential-project
Manufacturer of glassware
ruscoe-138h
Manufacturer of adhesives and sealants
wrca-138h
Manufacturer of steel wire rope, structural strand and steel wire.
healthtex-138h
Designer and marketer of branded children’s clothing

Industrial Technologies & Services

In our project work, we have seen a resurgence in various industrial technologies and services including those associated with
the railroad industry, power generation, electronics manufacturing equipment, and industrial electronics. Below is a sample of
some of our completed projects:

portec-138h
Manufacturer of rail joints, fault detection systems, rail ties, and other rail-related products.
gb-special-138h
Manufacturer of switch stands, signaling equipment, rail gear, and other rail related products.
ge-trans-138h
Manufacturer of thermal sensing and fault detection systems used primarily in the rail industry.
speedline-138h
Manufacturer of equipment used in circuit board printing, soldering, board cleaning, and chip attachment.
kurdzeil-138h
Manufacturer of large steel castings and counterweights.
conco-138h
Provider of cleaning services for condensers and heat exchangers
acon-138h
Manufacturer of custom electronic coils and solenoids.
dresser-138h
Manufacturer of pressure gauges, transducers, and switches.

Value-Added Distribution

Although Amazon and other e-commerce leaders have strained industrial distribution models, our research has shown that many
traditional distributors are competing aggressively with a variety of innovative value propositions. Below is a sample of some of
our completed projects:

barjan-138h
Distributor of trucker-centric electronics and general merchandise
ams-138h
Provider of book publishing and inventory management services
saxco-138h
Distributor of rigid packaging for the beer, wine and spirits industries
natpwr-138h
Provider of electrical infrastructure and emergency backup power solutions
icentris-138h
Developer of software systems designed specifically for MLM

Contact Ameridan

Phone: 412-605-2762
Email: info@ameridan.com