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Sought For Acquisition

Manufacturing Companies Sought For Acquisition

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Accelerated Group is currently working with national buyers seeking acquisition of specific types of manufacturing companies. Their combined budgets total over $17 Billion. If you think any of the…

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Qualified

Why You Should Get Pre-Qualified to Buy a Manufacturing Business

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteExperts agree, if you are thinking about buying a manufacturing business, you should be pre-qualified! Learn Why You Should Get Pre-Qualified

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buying a manufacturing company

The Top 5 Ways To Beat The Competition When Buying A Manufacturing Company

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesIncreasingly within the manufacturing sector, there are multiple buyers for every company on the market. As a smart manufacturer, you are seeking to accelerate the growth process through acquisition. Consider these…

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Manufacturer

5 Reasons This Manufacturer Is On Top – And How You Can Get There

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesNew roadways are constantly being erected, replaced or broadened. As long as roads and highways are being built, pavement repair and restoration will be necessary. And without exception, everywhere, you…

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Industry

How To Become a Service Provider to an Industry With Strong, Stable Growth

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteWith the acquisition of our client, a Mid Atlantic based machine shop that has carved a niche providing welding and repair services to the multi-billion dollar engineered wood industry. The…

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Inside Information

Inside Information From Mfg. Business Buyers

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteAs a machine shop owner approaching retirement, wouldn’t you like to get into the mind of potential buyers?  Wouldn’t it be valuable to know in advance how buyers would view and…

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Great Company For Sale

Buying a Manufacturing Business: Top 5 Factors of a Great Company For Sale

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesLet’s examine the 5 factors of a Great Company for Sale. Buying a business is an enormous venture. There are paramount attributes in a company for sale that a buyer…

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Perfect Profit

Acquisition Opportunity: A Perfect Profit Storm

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAfter three remarkable and rewarding decades, the seller and our client, a Northeast based service provider to the flow control industry, is retiring. This company has always been heads above…

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Annual Sales

Your Company: $3 Million in Annual Sales and Over $850K in SDE

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteIt CAN be with the acquisition of this exclusive listing. This U.S. Based Supplier of Sand Handling & Process Equipment to the Foundry Industry has an A-Z scope of work and…

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Growing Your Manufacturing Company Through Acquisition

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesYou’re probably busy doing what most of our manufacturing customers are – building your manufacturing business for success! So you’re probably not looking to sell your company any time soon….

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Looking to Expand

Looking to Expand? Service More Industries? Small Job Shop, Big Acquisition

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteFor 30+ years, this small-scale CNC job shop has made large-scale strides. Starting off with only a few clients, this one-man shop has earned long-term success in a variety of…

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Gun Barrel Industry

US Based R&D Firm Holds Technology That Will Revolutionize the Gun and Gun Barrel Industry

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteBarrels are the heaviest part of small arms. For a soldier or law enforcement officer bearing a light-weight arm can be the single factor that makes the crucial difference in…

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Articles
Article

Robotics and Automation Market: Growth, Manufacturing Impact, Valuation Drivers, and M&A Multiples

⏱ Reading Time: 7 minutesStrong demand for robotics and automation is shaping manufacturing investment and M&A activity. Learn what is driving growth and why some owners are considering strategic options.

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Drones
Article

Defense Drone Manufacturing Market 2026

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesStrong growth, increasing defense demand, and attractive acquisition multiples are creating a favorable window for drone manufacturers considering an exit.

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Additive Manufacturing
Article

The State of Additive Manufacturing 2026: Trends, M&A Multiples, and Why It’s a Seller’s Market

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesAdditive Manufacturing is rapidly evolving from prototyping to full-scale production, with the market projected to reach $48B by 2036 (21.6% CAGR). Strong growth and buyer demand are creating a favorable window for owners considering an exit.

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Article

The Aerospace CNC Component Mfg. You Need to Acquire Before Your Competitors Do

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesStrategic buyers continue to seek certified aerospace machining companies with proven quality systems and growth potential. This AS9100D-certified CNC manufacturer offers technical depth, repeat business, and expansion opportunity.

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Article

Ammunition Procurement Velocity: Why 2026 is the ‘Perfect Storm’ for Defense Firm Exits

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesGrowing defense procurement and long-term supply chain investment are reshaping the ammunition manufacturing market. For owners considering retirement, current conditions may present a unique opportunity to evaluate the value of their business.

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Article

The Mechanical Advantage: Why CAM-Driven Automation is the Future of the Factory Floor

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesIn an era dominated by complex digital sensors and volatile software updates, there is a legendary “mechanical heartbeat” that still defines the most reliable production lines in the world. We…

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Article

M&A Listing Agreement Dangers

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe fine print in an M&A listing agreement can determine how much of your exit proceeds you actually keep. Understanding how success fees and transaction value are defined can prevent costly surprises at closing.

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Article

Retiring From an Aerospace Manufacturing Business in 2026?

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesWith aerospace markets projected to grow steadily over the next decade, quality manufacturers continue to attract interest from strategic buyers and investors. For owners nearing retirement, understanding how the current market values aerospace manufacturing businesses has become increasingly important.

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Article

The Infrastructure Supercycle: Why Data Center Manufacturers Are Seeing Record-Breaking Valuations

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesAI growth and cloud infrastructure demand are fueling a massive data center investment cycle. Manufacturers supplying critical data center components are now seeing record levels of M&A interest and valuation multiples.

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M&A wins
Article

The “Tombstone” Trap: Why Publicizing M&A Wins is a Loss for Clients

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesLearn why confidentiality is critical when selling a business and how premature announcements can damage customer relationships and deal outcomes.

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The Manufacturing M&A
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The Manufacturing M&A Gauntlet: How LMM Buyers Can Win the Deal

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesFor every quality manufacturing business for sale, there are dozens of interested buyers. Simply having capital is now the price of admission, not the competitive edge.

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Article

The “Swiss Army Knife” of M&A: Why F-Reorganizations Rule the Lower-Middle Market

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesIn lower-middle-market manufacturing M&A, F-Reorganizations have become the gold standard for structuring S-Corp transactions. They combine the tax benefits of an asset sale with the simplicity and continuity of a stock sale.

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Guides
Guide

Lower-Middle-Market Manufacturing M&A Due Diligence Guide

⏱ Reading Time: 20 minutesSelling a manufacturing business? This guide breaks down the must-have due diligence items buyers will ask for after LOI—so you can protect valuation, move faster, and close with confidence.

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Guide

The 2026 Exit Guide: Preparing Your Manufacturing Business for a Premium Sale

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesPreparing your manufacturing business for sale in 2026 demands strategic alignment across financials, operations, technology, risk management, and growth planning. Learn the 12 seller readiness pillars driving higher valuations.

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Guide

Why Social Media Matters in Manufacturing – 101 Ways Manufacturing Companies Can Use Social Media

⏱ Reading Time: 11 minutesWhy social media matters in manufacturing: learn how manufacturers use LinkedIn, video, and digital platforms to attract buyers, build trust, and drive RFQs.

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Guide

Selling Your Manufacturing Business to Private Equity: A Guide for the Legacy-Minded Owner

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesUnderstanding how PE works, their exit strategies, and their track record is key to ensuring your life’s work continues to thrive long after the deal closes.

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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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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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Podcast

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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