Lorvic is a niche manufacturer and distributor of disposable and consumable dental products including a wide range of oral cleaning solutions and infection control devices. Lorvic makes an extensive line of niche products which are overlooked by large manufacturers because of their lower unit volumes.

Management Buyout

The original founder of the business sold the company to an international medical company. KLH Capital's Principals backed the founder’s son in buying the business back through a management buyout.

Thompson is the nation’s dominant distributor of aftermarket auto paint and related auto body repair supplies. The aftermarket auto paint distribution business is extremely fragmented. The company’s extensive distribution infrastructure allows Thompson to provide rapid, high quality service to customers within its region.

Industry Consolidation

The Principals of KLH Capital recapitalized a large distributor in Clearwater and then funded the acquisition of a competitor in Orlando. This transaction allowed the founder to take cash out of his business and continue to run the company as he had in the past. At the same time, he gained KLH Capital's Principals as financial partners to fund an aggressive growth program which has since resulted in more than 30 acquisitions and a very successful initial and secondary public offering. Thompson now generates more than $200 million in annual sales.

Adva-Lite is the world’s largest manufacturer of penlights for the promotional products industry. Adva-Lite sets itself apart from its competition through its ability to quickly design, print and ship small, highly customized orders. In addition, the company provides a broad array of very high quality products to its distribution network.

Management Buyout

Adva-Lite was a "step-child" division of a diversified manufacturing conglomerate. KLH Capital's Principals backed the division's top five managers in a management buyout.

Katzenberg is a leading manufacturer of customized physical education and team sports jerseys and shorts. This 90 year-old family business specializes in selling customized, short run orders to high schools, recreational leagues, and sporting goods shops.

Family Succession Recapitalization

KLH Capital's Principals backed the third generation in buying the company from the second generation. This structure allowed the retiring family members to take cash out of the business, while also permitting the operating family members to retain significant ownership and operating control.

CPE is the nation's largest manufacturer of craft felt for the arts and crafts industry. CPE markets uniquely packaged craft products to arts and crafts retailers throughout North America.

Management Buy-In

The retirement of this division's key operator created a management void at the company. KLH Capital’s Principals backed a seasoned hobby and craft executive in buying this entity from the parent company.

Classic is the nation's largest manufacturer of lariats for Western roping sports. Capitalizing on the Classic name, which is widely recognized within the industry, the company successfully consolidated the equestrian industry. Since the initial recapitalization in 1996, Classic has acquired four companies. Today, in addition to lariat manufacturing, Classic sponsors and sanctions rodeos, manufactures saddles, and publishes a magazine dedicated to roping enthusiasts. The company also manufactures an extensive line of equine and rider orthopedic products.

Classic's operation is vertically integrated, allowing the company to provide a broad array of high quality ropes, accessories, and rodeo shows to its customer base.

Owner Recapitalization

The Principals of KLH Capital backed the founder in recapitalizing his company. Our structure allowed him to take cash out of his business while gaining KLH Capital's Principals as deep-pocketed financial partners for growth. Since the initial recapitalization, Classic has acquired four companies within the equestrian industry.