Mergers/Acquisitions

MPD Chemicals Acquires Norquay Technology

Norquay is a specialty chemical manufacturer of chromic, electronic, catalyst, ligand, medical adhesive and UV performance products.

January 16, 2018

MPD Chemicals recently announced the expansion of its manufacturing capabilities, product portfolio and customer base with the acquisition of Norquay Technology Inc.

Nordson Acquires Sonoscan

Nordson Corp. reportedly acquired Sonoscan to broaden test and inspection capabilities for the electronics markets.

January 9, 2018

Nordson Corp. recently announced it has acquired Sonoscan Inc.

Bostik Completes Acquisition of XL Brands

With this acquisition, Arkema reportedly actively pursues the development of Bostik.

January 5, 2018

Bostik recently announced it has completed the acquisition of XL Brands, a provider of floor covering adhesives in the U.S.

Graco Completes Acquisition of Smith Manufacturing

The Smith business will reportedly continue to operate out of its existing facility, manufacturing both Smith and Graco scarifying products.

December 27, 2017

Graco Inc. recently announced that it has completed the acquisition of the business of Smith Manufacturing.

Excelitas Acquired by AEA Investors

The company was formerly owned by Veritas Capital Fund Management.

December 8, 2017

Excelitas Technologies Corp. recently announced that it has been acquired by funds sponsored by AEA Investors LP.

Nordson EFD Completes Plas-Pak Industries Acquisition

Since the acquisition announcement , a systematic integration plan has been implemented.

November 14, 2017

Nordson EFD recently announced that Plas-Pak Industries, Inc. is part of its product family.

RPM Acquires Movement Control Company

Ekspan is the third bolt-on acquisition for USL over the past 15 months.

November 2, 2017

RPM International Inc. recently announced that its USL Group has acquired Ekspan Holdings Ltc., a provider of movement control products and services for bridges and major structures.

Scott Bader Adhesives Receive ClassNK Certificate

“Gaining ClassNK approval is a significant step forward for the growth of our structural adhesives in the ship building industry,” said Jonathan Stowell, global adhesives director.

October 30, 2017

Scott Bader recently announced its structural adhesives have received the ClassNK Certificate of Approvals for Steel and GFRP Applications in the ship building industry.

Royal Adhesives and Sealants Sale to H.B. Fuller Final

"We are proud of our commitment to innovation and our long-term customer relationships," said Ted Clark, president and CEO of Royal.

October 24, 2017

American Securities LLC recently announced that it has completed the sale of Royal Adhesives & Sealants to H.B. Fuller Co. for $1.575 billion.

Arsenal Sells Accella Performance Materials to Carlisle Companies

Accella has annualized revenue of approximately $430 million and operates from 10 manufacturing facilities and seven R&D laboratories.

October 10, 2017

Arsenal Capital Partners recently announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell Accella Performance Materials to Carlisle Companies Inc. for $670 million.