Case Study: Operational and Commercial Transformation of Industrial Manufacturer
Location:
Luck, Wisconsin
Transaction Type:
Leveraged buyout
Industry:
Industrial Manufacturing
Hold Period:
December 2021 to November 2025
“Gerard Daniel Worldwide is a great fit for Durex. They bring the right resources and experience to help the company keep growing.”
-Sequoya Borgman
Founder and CEO, Borgman Capital
Overview
Founded in 1965, Durex Products, Inc. manufactures high-performance urethane wear parts and screen media for aggregate, mining, recycling and concrete applications. Borgman Capital acquired the company in December 2021 and partnered with management to drive operational improvements, expand the dealer network and accelerate growth in the urethane product segment.
Value Creation
Operational Improvements
Borgman Capital invested in production capabilities, equipment and systems to improve throughput, visibility and lead times, resulting in strong delivery performance.
Urethane Product Growth
Targeted capital investment supported the growth of Durex’s urethane product line, a differentiated, high-performance offering with strong customer demand.
Sales & Go-to-Market Enhancements
Borgman Capital enhanced sales processes and go-to-market strategy, enabling stronger customer engagement and more consistent growth.
Dealer Network Expansion
The company strengthened and expanded its dealer network, increasing geographic reach and improving market penetration across the U.S. and Canada.
Transaction Outcome
Borgman Capital successfully exited Durex Products, Inc. to Gerard Daniel Worldwide, a portfolio company of Graycliff Partners.
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