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The U.S. Electronic Contract Manufacturing (ECM)

U.S. Electronic Contract Manufacturing: A $250B Opportunity Driving M&A and Domestic Investment Through 2035

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe U.S. Electronic Contract Manufacturing (ECM) market is projected to grow from $112.9 billion in 2023 to $241.9 billion by 2032, driven by advancements in 5G, AI, and IoT, as well as strong demand from consumer electronics, aerospace, and defense sectors.

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Critical components for no-fail industries.

Components for No-Fail Industries – The Critical Parts Powering Aerospace and Defense

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteCritical components for no-fail industries, like aerospace and defense, are the foundation of reliability and innovation in high-stakes sectors.

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The 2025 Manufacturing Owner’s Exit Readiness Checklist

The 2025 Manufacturing Owner’s Exit Readiness Checklist

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesPrepare your business for sale and a successful exit by aligning it with these key criteria to maximize its value and attract serious offers.

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Fiber optic cable distribution cabinet

U.S. Industrial Cable Air Dryer Market Outlook: Growth Fueled by Telecom Expansion and AI Data Centers

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe industrial cable air dryer market is set for steady growth, especially in the U.S., driven by the expansion of telecommunications networks and the rise of AI-powered data centers.

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Conveyor

Conveyor Systems and Assembly Solutions Market Expanding Across Consumer, Industrial, and Cosmetic Sectors

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThe global conveyor and assembly systems markets are set for strong growth through 2035, driven by automation, rising industrialization, and increasing demand for efficiency.

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Successful Sales of Aerospace & Defense Related Manufacturing Companies – Experience Matters

Successful Sales of Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing Companies: Why Industry Expertise Matters in M&A Transactions

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesIndustry-specific knowledge and experience are crucial when handling M&A deals in highly specialized sectors like aerospace and defense.

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A Strategic Acquisition Opportunity for Injection Molding Companies

A Strategic Acquisition Opportunity for Injection Molding Companies

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteExplore a unique acquisition opportunity with an ISO-certified, third-generation injection molding company. Serving industries like aerospace, automotive, and medical, this modern business offers strong cash flow and market expansion potential.

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Building Products Businesses

A Smart Acquisition Strategy for Building Products Businesses

⏱ Reading Time: < 1 minuteEvery building products-related business owner should consider and capitalize on the expected growth in the multi-unit housing market.

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Tap into New Sectors with This High-Growth Manufacturing Acquisition Opportunity

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWith diverse applications in sectors such as aerospace, healthcare, and agriculture, this family-owned business offers significant growth potential without additional capital investment.

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Aerospace Component Manufacturing Market

Aerospace Component Manufacturing Market: Growth, M&A Trends, and 2025 Outlook

⏱ Reading Time: 4 minutesThis article explores the current market size, key M&A transactions from the past year, and how future growth will impact M&A activity in the U.S. aerospace sector through 2025.

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Metal Building Manufacturers

Maximizing M&A Value: Why Pre-Engineered Metal Building Manufacturers That Also Install Are Hot Targets in 2025

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesThe pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) market in the United States has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by the demand for cost-effective, efficient, and sustainable construction solutions. PEMBs are…

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Manufacturing M&A Valuation

How Accelerated’s National Reach and Manufacturing Focus Lead to Higher Valuations

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesLearn how our manufacturing M&A expertise drives higher valuations and why specialized M&A services outperform generalist firms when selling your manufacturing business.

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Articles

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Buying A Manufacturing Business – Why You Should Also Acquire The Real Estate

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesBuying A Manufacturing Business – Why You Should Also Acquire The Real Estate When acquiring a manufacturing company, first-time buyers often struggle with whether or not to buy the real…

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Restrictive Covenants, Like Non-Competition Clauses, Can Have A Material Impact On M&A Transactions

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesRestrictive Covenants, Like Non-Competition Clauses, Can Have A Material Impact On M&A Transactions Though often under-considered and under-utilized in the day-to-day operation and management of a business and its human…

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Is It A Good Time To Sell My Manufacturing Business?

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesIs It A Good Time To Sell My Manufacturing Business? Here’s the question I’m most often asked by potential clients, “Is it a good time to sell my manufacturing business?”…

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Social Responsibility – Giving People a Hand Up Manufacturing Companies to Support & Celebrate

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesIt’s not Christmas.  It’s not National Volunteer Week.  And that is exactly why we’re doing a “shout out” related to social responsibility and giving back.  It should be something we…

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Selling Your Business
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Selling Your Business From A Buyer’s Perspective

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesAt Accelerated Manufacturing Brokers we are not just committed to getting the job done when it comes to selling your business. We are also committed to making sure you, the…

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Medical Device Manufacturer Acquisition Opportunity – Breast Cancer Treatment Technology

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesMedical Device Industry Investors – We Have What You’re Seeking – An Industry Disruptive New Technology In the medical device industry, all investors seek a new technology that will be…

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Niche Acquisition Opportunity – Product Based Manufacturer In Business & Tax Friendly State

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesNiche and Product Based Companies Everyone seeking a manufacturing acquisition wants a business that is niche and product based. It’s hard to find one that has over $1 million in…

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Good News For Glass Manufacturer (s) – Recent Change To Building Codes

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesRecent Change To Building Codes We all hear about how excessive regulation can be devastating for business. However, every now and then regulation is put in place for safety, and…

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Looking For A Manufacturing Business Acquisition In All The Wrong Places

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutesLooking For A Manufacturing Business Acquisition In All The Wrong Places As I type this title I can hear the old Johnny Lee song from the 1980’s “Looking for Love…

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4 Key Components To An Offer To Purchase A Mfg. Company

⏱ Reading Time: 3 minutes4 Key Components To An Offer To Purchase A Mfg. Company As manufacturing business brokers selling nationally, we’re seeing increased competition for the acquisition of good manufacturing companies. Most companies…

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How To Sell A Manufacturing Business in 2017

⏱ Reading Time: 8 minutesHow To Sell A Manufacturing Business in 2017 – A Definitive Guide To Preparing Your Business For Sale…   Manufacturing business owners are retiring in record numbers. For many, the…

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M&A Attorney
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To Hire or Not Hire an M&A Attorney

⏱ Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen selling a business, make sure you receive proper guidance and advice from an experienced M&A Attorney. Read more about this.

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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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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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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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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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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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