Featuring resilient and recurring demand, a wide variety of engineered equipment, products, and components are on investors’ radar. While many categories are seeing success, companies specializing in building automation and controls are particularly appealing.

Building Automation and Controls: Energy Efficiency Goals Generate Demand

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Due to higher energy prices and usage, more organizations are enhancing their building automation systems—driving investor interest in many types of devices.

Functional Devices Inc. Acquired by L Squared Capital Partners

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Mergers & Acquisitions

AlpHa Measurement Solutions Acquired by Enpro Inc.

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Damotech Acquired by Vance Street Capital

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Elgen Manufacturing Company Acquired by Worthington Enterprises 

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Ideal Tridon Acquired by Nautic Partners

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NSI Industries Acquired by Sentinel Capital Partners

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