Speyside Equity buys The TAPCO Companies
TAPCO Companies (Meadville, Pennsylvania), a vertically integrated manufacturer of steel tubing and building products, was recently acquired by Detroit-based Speyside Equity.
DAK Group, an investment bank specializing in middle-market mergers and acquisitions, served as the exclusive financial advisor to The TAPCO Companies, managing the transaction process and identifying a partner with the industry expertise, operational resources and strategic vision to drive the TAPCO's next phase of growth.
“The owners of The TAPCO Companies have devoted years to building a business they can be proud of,” said Derek Zacarias, director, DAK Group. “This sale allows them to realize the value of their hard work and investment while positioning the company for expansion.”
Sources said the transaction creates opportunities for TAPCO to expand its platform capabilities and fuel long-term strategic initiatives, backed by Speyside’s investment and significant experience in growing manufacturing, metal-forming and building materials businesses.
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