Why This Matters to Distributors: PE-backed consolidation in specialty industrial distribution continues to accelerate, increasing competitive pressure on independent distributors to differentiate through technical expertise, service and niche market specialization.
Marco Sealing Solutions, a portfolio company of Align Capital Partners, has acquired Pride Seals Inc. as the company continues expanding its engineered sealing products platform through acquisitions.
Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
Pride Seals has operated for 30 years as a distributor and service provider of specialty sealing products for industrial customers. The company adds inventory capacity, fulfillment operations and customer relationships across multiple industrial markets, according to Marco.
“For 30 years, Pride Seals has built its reputation on strong customer relationships, responsive service and solving critical sealing challenges,” Michael Durham, founder and owner of Pride Seals, said in a statement. “We’re proud to partner with Marco and look forward to continuing the same level of integrity and service our customers expect.”
The acquisition is Marco’s eighth since partnering with Align Capital Partners, which invests in lower middle-market companies across specialty manufacturing, distribution, technology and business services sectors.
Founded in 1980 as Marco Rubber & Plastics, Marco Sealing Solutions supplies engineered rubber, plastic and metal components used in industrial applications. The company provides sealing products, engineering support, sourcing services and digital product search tools to customers across industrial end markets.
Chad Smith, CEO of Marco, said the acquisition strengthens the company’s engineered sealing capabilities and expands its ability to support industrial customers.
“They have built a strong reputation for quality and responsiveness, and their capabilities complement our existing offering in a meaningful way,” Smith said in a statement. “Together, we are even better positioned to solve sealing challenges and support our customers’ most demanding applications.”
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