December 2016 Newsletter

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In general, having one client dominate the majority of any business presents increased risks and will lower the enterprise value. As an example, if Acme Plastics Corp. has a value of six times EBITDA, that same company with a customer concentration might sell for five times EBITDA or even less.   Customer concentration reflects the… Read more »

How to Avoid Customer Concentration

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There are a variety of factors that affect the value of a molding business and influence its ultimate selling price. One of the most significant is customer concentration; specifically, having one customer account for more than 30% of revenue. In general, having one client dominate the majority of any business presents increased risks and will… Read more »

Sell-Side Transaction Announcement

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Molding Business Services is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive sell-side advisor to the Bemis Manufacturing Company and Precision Tool and Die transactions that closed in October 2016.

September 2016 Newsletter

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When the owner of a plastic molding company decides it is time to sell and exit the business, there are generally two overriding questions: How do I maximize the value of my business? How can I attract an acquirer that is a great cultural fit – for my customers and my employees? Maximizing value and… Read more »

Tech Molded Plastics Sold to Prism

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Meadville, PA – June 27, 2016 – Prism Plastics, Inc. of Chesterfield, MI has acquired Tech Molded Plastics of Meadville, PA. Family owned and operated in Northwestern Pennsylvania for nearly 43 years, Tech Molded Plastics makes small precision parts for automotive, aerospace and electronics end-markets. It utilizes 36 injection presses from 33 to 440 tons of… Read more »

May 2016 Newsletter

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The current and projected growth in Mexico’s manufacturing sector has created a burning need for additional injection molding capacity. For molders or other processors looking to enter the Mexico market, there are a lot of different options. The main ones include acquisition, greenfield site, shelter provider, strategic partnership and even opening a plant on the U.S…. Read more »

Acquire or Build: How Best to Enter Mexico’s Injection Molding Industry

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Introduction The current and projected growth in Mexico’s manufacturing sector has created a burning need for additional injection molding capacity. For molders or other processors looking to enter the Mexico market, there are a lot of different options. The main ones include acquisition, greenfield site, shelter provider, strategic partnership and even opening a plant on… Read more »

A Banner Week for MBS

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Molding Business Services is pleased to announce three M&A transaction closings during the week of March 7th, 2016, including the company’s 75th successful sell-side engagement since 1998. The first closing, which took place on March 8th, involved the sale of LM Contract, a privately-owned Canadian entity with a precision automotive molding subsidiary in Saltillo, Mexico. This… Read more »

February 2016 Newsletter

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We are excited to announce that, in addition to moving to a new building, we have launched an all-new website. Visit www.moldingbusiness.com to see a fresh face with new features and content. We now have have a fully functioning job board, allowing recruiting candidates to apply for jobs online, as well as, regular blog posts, testimonials and… Read more »

Outside Reps or Salaried Sales People?

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Many of our clients ask us the same question: “Which works better for an injection molding company: manufacturers’ reps or salaried salespeople?” This is a GREAT question and our usual answer is: “Well, it depends…”  There are lot of factors that influence the decision, including the size of the company, the industries served, typical product… Read more »

MBS Advises on 72nd M&A Transaction

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Molding Business Services recently completed its first M&A deal of 2016 and its 72nd transaction overall. Aucilla, Inc. of South Bend, IN was acquired by Plastic Molding Manufacturing of Hudson, MA on January 15, 2016. MBS served as financial advisor to Aucilla. “We believe this is an ideal combination for both companies.” said MBS Founder and President, Terry Minnick. The… Read more »