PORTFOLIO
A commitment to continuous process improvement at all of our portfolio companies is an important element of our success. Each platform company investment achieved value growth in part through the implementation of disciplined process improvements.
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Applied Plastics
Applied Plastics (“Applied”) is a leading provider of specialty PTFE coated wires and other metal-based components going into medical device industry, with a primary focus on the advanced catheter market. Applied Plas....
READ MOREApplied Plastics (“Applied”) is a leading provider of specialty PTFE coated wires and other metal-based components going into medical device industry, with a primary focus on the advanced catheter market. Applied Plastics’ custom coating is primarily applied to forming mandrels and core wires. Applied was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts. Vance Street invested in Applied in January 2019.
Norwood, Massachusetts
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Mike Janish
August 20, 2019
January 31, 2019
- Medical
Applied Plastics
Applied Plastics (“Applied”) is a leading provider of specialty PTFE coated wires and other metal-based components going into medical device industry, with a primary focus on the advanced catheter market. Applied Plastics’ custom coating is primarily applied to forming mandrels and core wires. Applied was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts. Vance Street invested in Applied in January 2019.
IN THE NEWS
August 20, 2019
Applied Plastics Names Thomas Barrett as CEOJanuary 31, 2019
Vance Street Capital Acquires Applied Plastics as its Fourth Medtech investment in Fund II-
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Jet Parts Engineering
Jet Parts Engineering ("JPE") is a leading designer of proprietary aftermarket replacement components, known as Parts Manufacturing Approval ("PMA") and complementary proprietary component repair services, kno....
READ MOREJet Parts Engineering ("JPE") is a leading designer of proprietary aftermarket replacement components, known as Parts Manufacturing Approval ("PMA") and complementary proprietary component repair services, known as Designated Engineering Representative ("DER") repairs. JPE's PMA parts and DER repairs deliver significant cost savings to its commercial airline customers worldwide. JPE was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Vance Street invested in JPE in July 2018.
Seattle, Washington
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Richard Crowell
July 30, 2018
- 30, 2018
Vance Street Capital Partners with Jet Parts Engineering for Fifth Platform Investment in Fund II
- 30, 2018
- Aerospace & Defense
Jet Parts Engineering
Jet Parts Engineering ("JPE") is a leading designer of proprietary aftermarket replacement components, known as Parts Manufacturing Approval ("PMA") and complementary proprietary component repair services, known as Designated Engineering Representative ("DER") repairs. JPE's PMA parts and DER repairs deliver significant cost savings to its commercial airline customers worldwide. JPE was founded in 1994 and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington. Vance Street invested in JPE in July 2018.
IN THE NEWS
July 30, 2018
Vance Street Capital Partners with Jet Parts Engineering for Fifth Platform Investment in Fund II-
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Adam Spence Vascular Technologies
Adam Spence Vascular Technologies (FKA Fermatex Vascular Technologies) is a leading provider of advanced medical catheter components. The Company specializes in designing and manufacturing high pressure braided tubing, extrusions....
READ MOREAdam Spence Vascular Technologies (FKA Fermatex Vascular Technologies) is a leading provider of advanced medical catheter components. The Company specializes in designing and manufacturing high pressure braided tubing, extrusions and assembly/molding for the cardiovascular device market. Adam Spence was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Wall Township, New Jersey. Vance Street acquired the business from W.L. Gore & Associates in September 2017.
Adam Spence was sold in May 2018 to Spectrum Plastics Group. Vance Street reinvested a portion of the sale proceeds in Spectrum Plastics Group as part of the transaction.Wall Township, New Jersey
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Mike Janish
May 24, 2018
- 24, 2018
Vance Street Capital Completes Sale of Adam Spence Vascular Technologies to Spectrum Plastics Group
October 04, 2017
- 24, 2018
- Medical
Adam Spence Vascular Technologies
Adam Spence Vascular Technologies (FKA Fermatex Vascular Technologies) is a leading provider of advanced medical catheter components. The Company specializes in designing and manufacturing high pressure braided tubing, extrusions and assembly/molding for the cardiovascular device market. Adam Spence was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Wall Township, New Jersey. Vance Street acquired the business from W.L. Gore & Associates in September 2017.
Adam Spence was sold in May 2018 to Spectrum Plastics Group. Vance Street reinvested a portion of the sale proceeds in Spectrum Plastics Group as part of the transaction.
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RST Instruments
RST Instruments ("RST") designs and manufactures highly-engineered geotechnical instrumentation and data systems for applications where structural integrity must be assured. End use applications for RST’s products....
READ MORERST Instruments ("RST") designs and manufactures highly-engineered geotechnical instrumentation and data systems for applications where structural integrity must be assured. End use applications for RST’s products include critical structures such as bridges, hydroelectric dams, mines, railroads, airports, tailings dams, tunnels and highways. RST was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Maple Ridge, Canada. Vance Street invested in RST Instruments in August 2017.
Maple Ridge, Canada
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Brian Martin
June 13, 2019
September 07, 2017
- Industrial
RST Instruments
RST Instruments ("RST") designs and manufactures highly-engineered geotechnical instrumentation and data systems for applications where structural integrity must be assured. End use applications for RST’s products include critical structures such as bridges, hydroelectric dams, mines, railroads, airports, tailings dams, tunnels and highways. RST was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Maple Ridge, Canada. Vance Street invested in RST Instruments in August 2017.
IN THE NEWS
June 13, 2019
Measurand Named Exporter of the YearSeptember 07, 2017
Vance Street Capital Partners with management to acquire R.S.T. Instruments Ltd.-
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Motion Dynamics
Motion Dynamics is a leading manufacturer of wire based micro-components and sub-assemblies, which are frequently found in micro-catheters, pacemakers, neuromodulation devices and in various other industrial and aerospace and ....
READ MOREMotion Dynamics is a leading manufacturer of wire based micro-components and sub-assemblies, which are frequently found in micro-catheters, pacemakers, neuromodulation devices and in various other industrial and aerospace and defense applications. The Company focuses on products that require fine and ultra-fine wire diameters, unique alloy types and shapes, and high precision / tight tolerances. Founded in 1992, Motion Dynamics’ customers include a wide range of leading medical, industrial and aerospace and defense companies. Vance Street invested in Motion Dynamics in 2016.
Fruitport, Michigan.
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Brian D. Martin
September 12, 2016
- Medical
Motion Dynamics
Motion Dynamics is a leading manufacturer of wire based micro-components and sub-assemblies, which are frequently found in micro-catheters, pacemakers, neuromodulation devices and in various other industrial and aerospace and defense applications. The Company focuses on products that require fine and ultra-fine wire diameters, unique alloy types and shapes, and high precision / tight tolerances. Founded in 1992, Motion Dynamics’ customers include a wide range of leading medical, industrial and aerospace and defense companies. Vance Street invested in Motion Dynamics in 2016.
IN THE NEWS
September 12, 2016
Vance Street Capital Partners with Motion Dynamics Management to Support Future Growth-
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A&E Medical
A&E Medical ("A&E") is a leading medical device OEM designer and contract manufacturer primarily focused on single-use products used in cardiovascular procedures. A&E’s core products inc....
READ MOREA&E Medical ("A&E") is a leading medical device OEM designer and contract manufacturer primarily focused on single-use products used in cardiovascular procedures. A&E’s core products include the DoubleWire high strength sternum closure system along with a wide variety of MYO/Wire™ temporary cardiac pacing wires and extension leads, MYO/Wire™ II stainless steel sutures, MYO/Punch surgical punches, electrosurgical instruments, and neurosurgical scalp clips. Founded in 1968, A&E’s customers include a wide range of domestic and international hospitals and medical institutions, including some of the world’s leading cardiovascular centers. Vance Street invested in A&E in 2016.
Farmingdale, New Jersey.
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Brian D. Martin
July 09, 2018
January 02, 2018
August 08, 2017
December 14, 2016
February 25, 2016
- Medical
A&E Medical
A&E Medical ("A&E") is a leading medical device OEM designer and contract manufacturer primarily focused on single-use products used in cardiovascular procedures. A&E’s core products include the DoubleWire high strength sternum closure system along with a wide variety of MYO/Wire™ temporary cardiac pacing wires and extension leads, MYO/Wire™ II stainless steel sutures, MYO/Punch surgical punches, electrosurgical instruments, and neurosurgical scalp clips. Founded in 1968, A&E’s customers include a wide range of domestic and international hospitals and medical institutions, including some of the world’s leading cardiovascular centers. Vance Street invested in A&E in 2016.
IN THE NEWS
July 09, 2018
A&E Medical Board Names Tom Sullivan President and CEOJanuary 02, 2018
A&E Medical Board Names Eric Sklar as President and Chief Executive OfficerAugust 08, 2017
A&E Medical Corporation, A portfolio company of Vance Street Capital, acquires RTI Surgical's Cardiothoracic closure businessDecember 14, 2016
A&E Medical Corporation Acquires Medical Concepts EuropeFebruary 25, 2016
Vance Street Capital Acquires A&E Medical Corporation-
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Micronics Filtration
Micronics Filtration ("Micronics") is a global provider of aftermarket and OEM filtration equipment and consumables for use in mining, chemical, wastewater and various other industrial end markets. Founded in 1983, t....
READ MOREMicronics Filtration ("Micronics") is a global provider of aftermarket and OEM filtration equipment and consumables for use in mining, chemical, wastewater and various other industrial end markets. Founded in 1983, the Company supplies filter presses of all sizes, including the fully automatic Lasta MC, replacement plates, parts and filter cloth and filter bags for all equipment. Micronics is the only distributor for Ishigaki Co. Ltd. in North America and South America. Vance Street invested in Micronics in 2013. In 2014 Micronics Filtration merged with Vance Street portfolio company Semicoa.
Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Nicholas A. Janneck
October 16, 2015
July 08, 2015
April 01, 2013
- Industrial
Micronics Filtration
Micronics Filtration ("Micronics") is a global provider of aftermarket and OEM filtration equipment and consumables for use in mining, chemical, wastewater and various other industrial end markets. Founded in 1983, the Company supplies filter presses of all sizes, including the fully automatic Lasta MC, replacement plates, parts and filter cloth and filter bags for all equipment. Micronics is the only distributor for Ishigaki Co. Ltd. in North America and South America. Vance Street invested in Micronics in 2013. In 2014 Micronics Filtration merged with Vance Street portfolio company Semicoa.
IN THE NEWS
October 16, 2015
Micronics Acquires United Process ControlJuly 08, 2015
Don Eldert Joins Micronics Management TeamApril 01, 2013
Vance Street Capital Acquires Micronics, Inc.-
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International Aerospace Coatings
International Aerospace Coatings (“IAC”) is one of the world’s leading providers of services to the aviation industry, including exterior and interior aircraft painting, aircraft refurbishment and graphics toget....
READ MOREInternational Aerospace Coatings (“IAC”) is one of the world’s leading providers of services to the aviation industry, including exterior and interior aircraft painting, aircraft refurbishment and graphics together with a range of specialist services. IAC provides these services to many of the world’s largest commercial airlines and OEMs, VIP aircraft fleets, aviation leasing companies and the military. IAC is comprised of Leading Edge Aviation Services, Inc., Associated Painters, Inc. and Eirtech Aviation. IAC employs over 800 people across Europe, North America and the UAE and has a combined total of 16 paint hangars and 33 paint lines, painting over 1,000 aircraft annually. IAC was established in 2014 following the merger between three leading aviation service providers in the US and Europe, Leading Edge, Associated Painters and Eirtech Aviation. Vance Street invested in Leading Edge in 2012 and subsequently made the strategic acquisitions of Associated Painters in 2013 and Eirtech Aviation in 2014.
Shannon, Ireland
Vance Street Contact
Brian Martin
- Aerospace & Defense
International Aerospace Coatings
International Aerospace Coatings (“IAC”) is one of the world’s leading providers of services to the aviation industry, including exterior and interior aircraft painting, aircraft refurbishment and graphics together with a range of specialist services. IAC provides these services to many of the world’s largest commercial airlines and OEMs, VIP aircraft fleets, aviation leasing companies and the military. IAC is comprised of Leading Edge Aviation Services, Inc., Associated Painters, Inc. and Eirtech Aviation. IAC employs over 800 people across Europe, North America and the UAE and has a combined total of 16 paint hangars and 33 paint lines, painting over 1,000 aircraft annually. IAC was established in 2014 following the merger between three leading aviation service providers in the US and Europe, Leading Edge, Associated Painters and Eirtech Aviation. Vance Street invested in Leading Edge in 2012 and subsequently made the strategic acquisitions of Associated Painters in 2013 and Eirtech Aviation in 2014.
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Secure Technology Company
Secure Technology Company (“Secure”) is a leading design and manufacturer of customized information assurance equipment, C4ISR systems, high bandwidth wireless communication equipment, wireless audio, video and record....
READ MORESecure Technology Company (“Secure”) is a leading design and manufacturer of customized information assurance equipment, C4ISR systems, high bandwidth wireless communication equipment, wireless audio, video and recording products as well as custom platform driven EMS components. Secure’s products are often used in mission critical applications in which they are exposed to severe operating environments and are integrated into aircraft, surface to air missiles, torpedoes, locomotives, subway cars, tactical ground vehicles or are carried by soldiers and other combat personnel. Secure was acquired by Vance Street Capital in 2009.
Secure Technology Company was sold in November 2015 to Benchmark Electronics.Santa Ana, California.
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Steve Sandbo
October 27, 2015
May 07, 2013
- Aerospace & Defense / Industrial
Secure Technology Company
Secure Technology Company (“Secure”) is a leading design and manufacturer of customized information assurance equipment, C4ISR systems, high bandwidth wireless communication equipment, wireless audio, video and recording products as well as custom platform driven EMS components. Secure’s products are often used in mission critical applications in which they are exposed to severe operating environments and are integrated into aircraft, surface to air missiles, torpedoes, locomotives, subway cars, tactical ground vehicles or are carried by soldiers and other combat personnel. Secure was acquired by Vance Street Capital in 2009.
Secure Technology Company was sold in November 2015 to Benchmark Electronics.
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Klune Industries
Klune Industries is a leading aerospace contractor, manufacturing complex parts, assemblies and components for commercial aircraft, military aircraft and missile systems. The Company specializes in manufacturing doors, nacelles, ....
READ MOREKlune Industries is a leading aerospace contractor, manufacturing complex parts, assemblies and components for commercial aircraft, military aircraft and missile systems. The Company specializes in manufacturing doors, nacelles, wings and other aerostructures for the commercial market; and missile systems components, fuel tanks, bomb racks, rotors, ground support and airframes for the military market. Founded in 1972, Klune enjoys long relationships and a strong reputation with its key customers including Lockheed, Boeing, Raytheon, Alenia and Goodrich.
Klune Industries was sold in August 2012 to Precision Castparts.North Hollywood, California.
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Nic Janneck
August 20, 2012
August 07, 2012
July 01, 2012
August 24, 2011
- Aerospace & Defense
Klune Industries
Klune Industries is a leading aerospace contractor, manufacturing complex parts, assemblies and components for commercial aircraft, military aircraft and missile systems. The Company specializes in manufacturing doors, nacelles, wings and other aerostructures for the commercial market; and missile systems components, fuel tanks, bomb racks, rotors, ground support and airframes for the military market. Founded in 1972, Klune enjoys long relationships and a strong reputation with its key customers including Lockheed, Boeing, Raytheon, Alenia and Goodrich.
Klune Industries was sold in August 2012 to Precision Castparts.
IN THE NEWS
August 20, 2012
San Fernando Business Journal Article San Fernando Business Journal Article – Sale of Klune Industries to Precision CastpartsAugust 07, 2012
Vance Street Capital Completes Sale of Klune Industries to Precision CastpartsJuly 01, 2012
Vance Street Capital Agrees to Sell Portfolio Company Klune IndustriesAugust 24, 2011
Klune Industries, Inc. announced today the acquisition of GCM North American Aerospace-
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Micross Components
Micross Components ("Micross") is a leader in the design, manufacture & distribution of high-reliability electronic components for applications in Military, Space, Aerospace & Industrial worldwide markets, opera....
READ MOREMicross Components ("Micross") is a leader in the design, manufacture & distribution of high-reliability electronic components for applications in Military, Space, Aerospace & Industrial worldwide markets, operating from multiple facilities in the U.S. and the U.K. Included in its product and services array are component design, packaging and enhancement; die processing and distribution; and legacy lifecycle and attrition management. Its facilities are DSCC qualified, with AS9100 & ISO 9001-2000 certification, thereby meeting the highest qualification requirements of its market place.
Micross Components was sold on December 7, 2012 to Insight Equity.Orlando, Florida.
Vance Street Contact
In the News
Steve Sandbo
November 01, 2010
- Aerospace & Defense / Industrial
Micross Components
Micross Components ("Micross") is a leader in the design, manufacture & distribution of high-reliability electronic components for applications in Military, Space, Aerospace & Industrial worldwide markets, operating from multiple facilities in the U.S. and the U.K. Included in its product and services array are component design, packaging and enhancement; die processing and distribution; and legacy lifecycle and attrition management. Its facilities are DSCC qualified, with AS9100 & ISO 9001-2000 certification, thereby meeting the highest qualification requirements of its market place.
Micross Components was sold on December 7, 2012 to Insight Equity.
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Process Fab, Inc.
Process Fab, Inc. (“PFI”) is an engineering, design and manufacturing firm that provides airframe structures, flight hardware, ground support equipment and tooling to the aerospace industry. Founded in 1983, the Co....
READ MOREProcess Fab, Inc. (“PFI”) is an engineering, design and manufacturing firm that provides airframe structures, flight hardware, ground support equipment and tooling to the aerospace industry. Founded in 1983, the Company supplies highly engineered components to a variety of aerospace platforms including the Atlas V launch vehicle, the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the Boeing 787. Vance Street invested with PFI’s founders to assist in growing the company organically and through strategic acquisitions.
Process Fab, Inc. was sold on December 4, 2014 to Burtek Enterprises, a Wynnchurch Capital portfolio company.Santa Fe Springs, California.
Vance Street Contact
Nic Janneck
- Aerospace & Defense
Process Fab, Inc.
Process Fab, Inc. (“PFI”) is an engineering, design and manufacturing firm that provides airframe structures, flight hardware, ground support equipment and tooling to the aerospace industry. Founded in 1983, the Company supplies highly engineered components to a variety of aerospace platforms including the Atlas V launch vehicle, the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter and the Boeing 787. Vance Street invested with PFI’s founders to assist in growing the company organically and through strategic acquisitions.
Process Fab, Inc. was sold on December 4, 2014 to Burtek Enterprises, a Wynnchurch Capital portfolio company.