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Tinicum

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

Tinicum Incorporated is a distinguished private investment firm headquartered in New York, with a robust history spanning over three decades. Established in 1991, the firm specializes in acquiring controlling interests in both private and public companies, demonstrating a clear commitment to long-term value creation. With over $2.5 billion of capital under management, Tinicum positions itself as a significant player in the middle-market private equity landscape, focusing on established businesses rather than early-stage ventures.

The firm's investment strategy centers on identifying companies that possess leading market positions, proprietary products or services, and substantial opportunities for sustained growth. Tinicum typically targets businesses across various sectors, including industrial technology, specialized manufacturing, business services, and niche consumer products. Their approach involves forming deep partnerships with existing management teams, providing strategic guidance and capital to foster operational improvements and market expansion over an extended investment horizon.

Since its inception, Tinicum has built a diverse portfolio, having invested in over 30 companies. This extensive track record underscores their expertise in navigating complex transactions and building value across different economic cycles. Given their focus on acquiring control stakes in mature businesses and their significant capital base, Tinicum's typical initial equity checks range from approximately $50 million to $250 million, reflecting their capacity to undertake substantial buyout transactions and support the growth initiatives of their portfolio companies.

Investor Profile

Tinicum has backed more than 29 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 2 rounds, about 7% of its total and boasts 16 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Private Equity, Post Ipo Equity, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Argentina.
  • Strong thematic focus on Manufacturing, Electronics, Information Technology.
  • Typical check size: $50M – $250M.

Stage Focus

  • Private Equity (52%)
  • Post Ipo Equity (31%)
  • Series Unknown (14%)
  • Series A (3%)

Country Focus

  • United States (93%)
  • Argentina (3%)

Industry Focus

  • Manufacturing
  • Electronics
  • Information Technology
  • Aerospace
  • Energy
  • Oil And Gas
  • Health Care
  • Natural Resources
  • Market Research
  • Hardware
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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does Tinicum frequently co-invest with?

PS
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Sagard Capital
North America, Connecticut, United States, Greenwich
Co-Investments: 1
One Equity Partners
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
JP Asia Capital Partners
Asia, Central Region, Singapore, Singapore
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Tinicum?

PMI Group

Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania, United States

PMI Group provides manufacturing solutions and engineering services to the aerospace industry.

Industrial EngineeringManufacturingProject Management
Private EquityJun 1, 2023
Continental Disc Corporation

Liberty, Missouri, United States

Continental Disc Corporation is an engineering company that provides rupture disc, pressure relief valves, and products.

Manufacturing
Private EquityJan 13, 2021
Advantek

Hayward, California, United States

Advantek is a provider of precision components such as mobile phones, LED lighting, medical components, smart appliances and automobiles.

ManufacturingMobileSemiconductor
Private EquityJan 1, 2021
Dexter Magnetic Technologies

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, United States

Dexter Magnetic Technologies is an electronic manufacturing company that manufactures magnetic assemblies & permanent magnets.

ComputerManufacturing
Private EquityJan 1, 2021
STS Metals

Irondale, Ohio, United States

STS Metals supplies titanium and nickel-based alloys to the aerospace industry.

AerospaceManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Private EquityAug 1, 2019
Engineered Medical Systems

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

Engineered Medical Systems is a manufacturer of medical instrumentation and implants.

Machinery ManufacturingManufacturingMedical Device
Private EquityJan 1, 2019
PAS

Houston, Texas, United States

PAS distributes industrial control system cybersecurity, process safety, and asset optimization software to industrial facilities.

Asset ManagementCyber SecurityIndustrial AutomationRisk ManagementSoftware
Private EquityApr 11, 2017
Amount Raised: $40,000,000
Kennametal

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Kennametal delivers productivity to customers seeking peak performance in demanding environments by providing innovative custom.

ConstructionManufacturingMining
Post Ipo EquityFeb 27, 2015
Antero Midstream Partners

Denver, Colorado, United States

Antero Midstream Partners create a seamless and highly effective system of gathering pipelines and compressor stations in the Marcellus.

CommercialEnergy ManagementNatural Resources
Post Ipo EquityNov 1, 2014

A new private equity platform focused on the aquaculture and seafood industry

Food Processing
Private EquityMay 1, 2014
Amount Raised: $75,000,000