ORS Nasco Acquires Techniweld USA, Expanding its Welding Market Footprint
Deal News | May 05, 2025 | Wynnchurch Capital
ORS Nasco, a portfolio company of the private equity firm Wynnchurch Capital, has completed the acquisition of Techniweld USA. Headquartered in Atlanta, Techniweld is a well-established wholesaler specializing in welding, safety, and industrial supplies. The firm's product offerings are comprehensive, servicing both national and smaller independent distributors. Kevin Short, CEO of ORS Nasco, emphasized the strategic value of this acquisition, highlighting Techniweld’s commitment to customer service, extensive product portfolio, and strong market reputation. The acquisition aligns with ORS Nasco's strategy to expand its presence within the welding market significantly. Wynnchurch Capital, known for facilitating substantial growth in middle-market companies, provided the financial backing for the acquisition and has a strong history of successful investments in industrial sectors.
Sectors
- Private Equity
- Industrial Supplies
Geography
- United States – ORS Nasco and Techniweld USA are both located and operate within the United States, which is a primary market for this acquisition.
- Canada – Wynnchurch Capital has an affiliate in Canada, indicating part of their operations and potential market reach include Canada.
- Middle East – ORS Nasco services customers in the Middle East, highlighting this as an additional market region affected by the acquisition.
Industry
- Private Equity – Wynnchurch Capital, a private equity firm, facilitated the acquisition of Techniweld USA by its portfolio company, ORS Nasco.
- Industrial Supplies – Both ORS Nasco and Techniweld USA operate in the industrial supplies sector, with a focus on products for welding, safety, and maintenance.
Financials
- $8.6 billion – Regulatory assets under management by Wynnchurch Capital.
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| ORS Nasco | Acquirer | Company | North America's largest pure wholesaler of industrial MRO supplies, recently acquired Techniweld USA. |
| Techniweld USA | Target Company | Company | A wholesaler of welding, safety, and industrial supplies, now acquired by ORS Nasco. |
| Wynnchurch Capital | Private Equity Firm/Owner | Company | A leading middle-market private equity firm and owner of ORS Nasco. |
| Foley & Lardner LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | Acted as the legal advisor to Wynnchurch for the acquisition. |