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Welding Works

New England Acquisition with Roll Up & Scale Up Potential

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesEveryone seeking an acquisition within the manufacturing sectors wants something in a fragmented industry that’s ripe for a roll-up. Smart buyers also want a company that can be scaled up…

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Your First Date – With a Prospective Buyer

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesAt Accelerated Manufacturing Brokers, Inc. we often joke that we are the Match.com for buyers and sellers of manufacturing companies. But truth be told, preparing for a “first visit” from…

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Be A Better Buyer

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you are considering a manufacturing acquisition in the next few months, understand this:  We are (and will continue to be for another 3-5 years) in a SELLER’s market.   And,…

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ready to sell my business

Can You Sell My Manufacturing Business Before 2017 Year End?

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesTypically at the start of each year, manufacturing business owners who are close to retirement will vow that THIS will be the year they retire. They promise their wives and…

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Live And Work In Paradise – A Manufacturing Acquisition In A Retirement Destination Location

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesA strange phenomenon is happening all over the United States. Executives are leaving Fortune 500 companies to acquire their way into entrepreneurship.  These smart executives often have less than 10…

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business valuation

What’s in a Business Valuation?

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesOn the list of things you should understand prior to selling your business are: What’s included in the listing price What is a fair, reasonable list price for your company…

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M&A Specialist

Selling A Manufacturing Business – Choosing An M&A Specialist Can Accelerate The Process

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen manufacturing business owners are ready to sell, they typically research local business brokers or M&A professionals in their geographic area, interview a few and with their fingers crossed make…

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critical skill

Selling A Manufacturing Company – The Most Critical Skill Required

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesHaving worked in manufacturing M&A for more than 2 decades, I’ve learned that there is ONE critical skill required above all others if you’re selling a manufacturing company. This one…

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Buying A Manufacturing Company – How To Win If There Is Competition To Buy

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesWe’ve written previously about The 4 Key Components To An Offer To Purchase A Manufacturing Company.  While great information was contained in this article, we’ve watched two great buyers lose…

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determining business value

Determining the Value of Your Manufacturing Business

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesYou can easily Google information on the three basic approaches used to determine the value of a small business.  We use the income approach and specifically the “multiple of discretionary…

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New Listing – Midwest Based Micro Precision Manufacturing Company

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteOur client company is a recognized industry leader in the arena of Micro-Precision manufacturing. They’ve pioneered methods to provide the most accurate and consistent surfaces possible.  Customers engage our client…

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New Listing – New England Niche Manufacturer with 43% Gross Margins

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteAccelerated Manufacturing Brokers, Inc. has exclusively listed a product-based, niche manufacturer with 2016 gross margins of 43%. Their products are used in a broad range of industries including Medical Instrument,…

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Articles

Article

The Future of Manufacturing: How Automation and Robotics Will Transform the Sector in the Next Decade

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe manufacturing sector is on the verge of a transformation, driven by the integration of automation and robotics.

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Beyond the Balance Sheet: 10 Things That Increase a Manufacturing Company’s Worth

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesTo accurately determine a manufacturing company’s value, it’s important to look beyond just financial numbers and consider key factors like efficiency, scalability, and long-term potential.

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The Shift of Plastic Injection Molding from the USA to China and the Potential Impact of Tariffs on M&A Activity

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Migration of Plastic Injection Molding to China Over the past two decades, the global plastic injection molding industry has experienced a significant shift from the United States to China….

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Article

The Impact of Nadcap Certification on Metal Finishing Companies in Lower Middle Market M&A Transactions

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesNadcap certification significantly enhances the value of metal finishing companies in M&A transactions, driving higher valuations and attracting more strategic buyers, especially in aerospace and defense industries.

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Article

Understanding the CMMC DoD Rule Effective December 16, 2024

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe impact of the CMMC rule on M&A deals is something companies can’t afford to overlook. Cybersecurity is now at the core of business value!

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Article

Strategic Benefits for Canadian Lumber Companies Acquiring U.S.-Based Firms in 2025

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe dynamic nature of the global lumber industry necessitates strategic decisions to maintain growth, enhance competitiveness, and ensure long-term success. For Canadian lumber companies, acquiring a U.S.-based lumber firm in…

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Article

7 Manufacturing Sectors That Will Thrive under a Trump Presidency

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWith the Trump presidency, there is a renewed commitment to a strong US manufacturing base with a focus on tax relief, reshoring, and trade reform. Here are 7 manufacturing sectors…

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Article

The Trump Effect on US Manufacturing & Corporate Taxes

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesDiscover how President Trump’s policies, including tax cuts and incentives, could help bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. and boost business growth.

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Article

Tax Treatment of M&A Transactions: Achieving Stock Sale Treatment with Asset Depreciation Benefits

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn manufacturing mergers and acquisitions (M&A), buyers and sellers often negotiate the structure of a transaction to achieve favorable tax outcomes. Two primary structures dominate: stock sales and asset sales….

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Article

Will a Buyer of My Manufacturing Business Want to Acquire the Real Estate?

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWhether your real estate is held in the same corporation or a different corporate entity, the same thing holds true. The buyer of your business will want your real estate if there is excess capacity.

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10 Ways to Inexpensively Increase the Revenue of the Manufacturing Company You Acquire

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesFollow these 10 Ways to Inexpensively Increase the Revenue of the Manufacturing Company You Acquire, and watch it grow.

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Buying a Manufacturing Company – Bigger Isn’t Always Better

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesExperienced acquirers find acquisition often outpaces organic growth, offering instant access to new customers, markets, and skills.

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Guides

Guide

2025 definitive guide to preparing your manufacturing business for sale

⏱ Reading Time: 13 minutesLearn Why Now Is The Ideal Time To Sell Your Manufacturing Business. Explore Market Trends, Valuations, and Expert Tips To Maximize Your Sale.

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Guide

Are Manufacturer’s Reps or Distributors Killing Your Manufacturing Business?

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesFind out if Manufacturer’s Reps or Distributors are harming your business.

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Guide

Lower Middle Market M&A: Key Terms and Definitions

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesUnderstand M&A terms and definitions in the lower middle market. This guide provides clear explanations of essential terms for successful transactions.

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Guide

Lower Middle Market M&A: Common Terms in Asset Purchase Agreements

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesEverything you need to know about Asset Purchase Agreements (APA) and the key terms you should understand when selling or buying a business.

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Guide

Working Capital in Mergers and Acquisitions for the Manufacturing Sector

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesLearn why working capital is crucial in manufacturing M&A and how its shortage can negatively affect a company’s worth and operations.

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Guide

How do you Value Companies with Industry Disruptive Technologies

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesIf a new technology or process forever changes the way gas turbines are made (industry disruptive), should it be looked at differently?

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WAM Podcast

Podcast

Ellen Pietrowitz-Phillips Is A Force In Business And An Advocate For Women In Manufacturing

Today, on the Women and Manufacturing Podcast, Ellen shares with Fran her experiences, good and bad, as a woman in manufacturing and the wisdom she’s gained along the way, including the importance of all women sharing what they’ve learned, collaborating and cooperating with other women in the interest of overcoming any barrier to success.

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Digital Marketing for Small Manufacturers with Whitney Koch

On this episode of the WAM Podcast, Fran welcomes Whitney Koch, Marketing Communications Specialist with Welker Inc., in Sugarland, Texas. Whitney shares with us how she transitioned from a high school teacher to writing technical copy and finally managing the digital marketing efforts for a 3rd generation manufacturing company. Whitney explains how small to medium-sized companies can handle their digital marketing in-house, including the various platforms she uses to get the job done.

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Podcast

Alternative Proteins And The Food Revolution With Elysabeth Alfano

On today’s episode, Fran and Elysabeth discuss the need for change in the global food supply system to address global population growth. Elysabeth explains in detail how we use our resources to create food is inefficient. 77% of our agricultural land is used for animals to graze and to grow crops to feed those animals. This 77% returns only 18% of our calories. On top of that, 42% of our clean water supply is used to grow crops for and as drinking water for those same animals. As we move forward with a rapidly growing population, these inefficiencies are not sustainable.

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Podcast

Bridging Manufacturing and Marketing Disconnect with Emily Wilkins

How do you bridge the disconnect between manufacturing companies and their potential marketing success? Emily Wilkins, Founder and CEO of Marketing Metal, explains why her company is successful, while other marketing agencies struggle to meet manufacturing companies in the middle. From hesitancy when handing over marketing to inexperience in laying out goals and misunderstanding why marketing is needed at all, the reasons for disconnect are seemingly endless.

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Podcast

Guidewheel Is Helping Manufacturers Reach Sustainable Peak Performance

Today, on the Woman and Manufacturing Podcast, Fran Brunelle talks with Lauren Dunford, CEO of Guidewheel, a global software company. This company is on a mission to empower all the world’s factories to reach sustainable peak performance, and Lauren is on a mission to show everyone how Guidewheel is making this a reality. Lauren shares with Fran how even the oldest manufacturing equipment can take advantage of Guidewheel’s technology to achieve peak performance.

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Podcast

Supporting Young Black Women in STEM with Kara Branch

Kara Branch is an engineer who has always been the only Black woman on all the teams she’s ever worked on and has experienced many challenges as a result. When one of her daughters decided she also wanted to pursue a career in engineering, Kara decided she wanted better for the next generation and so she founded the Black Girls Do Engineer Corporation. Today she joins us to tell us more about the fantastic work she is doing. Tuning in you’ll discover how the Black Girls Do Engineer Corporation is developing young women in all areas of STEM. To hear all about Kara Branch, the fantastic organization she started, how it is transforming lives, and how you can help, tune in today!

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