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MCE

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MCE is a value-added distributor of engineered products and solutions in fluid power, flow control, air compressor, and automation equipment/parts, and provides repair services across the East Coast and MidWest.

How We Partnered

Situation:

MCE is the highest returning asset in Frontenac’s Fund XI. Frontenac wanted to realize a highly attractive ~20x return for their exiting LPs and provide the company with additional growth capital to support its acquisition strategy.

Structure:

Single-asset CV with 5 year term and dry powder to continue the M&A strategy.

Headquarters:

Zelienople, PA

Stage:

Active

Business Model:

Value-add Distribution

Sponsor:

Frontenac

Investment Date:

July 2023

Investment Thesis

  • Recurring nature of MRO sales and high FCF margins

  • History of accretive M&A and margin expansion

  • Post-acquisition synergies

  • Strong GP alignment

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