Monomoy Capital Partners, a private investment firm with USD1.5 billion in committed capital in a family of investment funds, has acquired Kauffman Engineering (Kauffman). Terms of the tdeal have not been disclosed.
Kauffman was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in Lebanon, Indiana. Kauffman is a market leading manufacturer of highly-engineered wire harnesses and cable assemblies for electrical systems across the HVAC, commercial equipment, specialty vehicle, lawn care, marine, medical and other industrial markets. Kauffman’s design and engineering capabilities allow the company to provide complex electrical connector products for mid-to-low volume and high mix customer programs. The business operates a network of 22 facilities across the United States and Mexico.
“We are excited to partner with Mike Buis and the Kauffman team,” says Jaime Forsyth, Managing Director of Monomoy. “Kauffman is a proven, highly-regarded supplier to a diverse set of industrial manufacturers. Kauffman is also well-positioned to grow over the next several years with its nation-wide footprint. The Monomoy operating team is excited to collaborate with Kauffman to drive long-term value for all of its stakeholders.”
“The Kauffman team looks forward to working with Monomoy, whose resources and capabilities will allow us to advance our strategic and operational initiatives,” says Mike Buis, Chief Executive Officer of Kauffman. “Monomoy’s focus on operational excellence will guide our continued investment in the people, systems, and manufacturing operations that allow us to deliver quality products to our customers.”
“We are pleased to add Kauffman to our portfolio of leading industrial businesses,” says Justin Hillenbrand, Monomoy Co-CEO and Partner. “Kauffman has demonstrated an ability to grow throughout its history and has great potential for future growth in its marketplace.”