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“The members of CenterOak are experts in acquisitions and supporting organic growth objectives through moving to adjacent product categories.” –Mike Currie, CEO of SurfacePrep

SurfacePrep

Headquarters

Grand Rapids, MI

Sector

Industrial Growth

Website

www.surfaceprep.com

Transaction Type

Private Equity Backed

Status

Realized

Description

Leading global distributor of loose abrasives, specialty ceramics and surface enhancement equipment. The company’s technical sales professionals support manufacturing customers through a network of over 30 distribution branches and more than 10 process development labs and production finishing centers.

Value Creation Opportunity

Established Company as international provider with a presence in the U.S., Canada, and the UK
Broadened footprint, service capabilities and materials offerings
Consolidated 15+ local brands to a single, unified brand under a “One SurfacePrep” operating model
Invested in product and service managers focusing on cross-selling and higher margin private label offering