Generational Equity Announces the Acquisition of Genie Products, Inc., by Praxair

DALLAS, Sept. 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Generational Equity, a leading mergers and acquisitions advisor for privately-held, middle-market businesses, is pleased to announce the acquisition of its client, Genie Products, Inc., headquartered in Brevard, North Carolina, by Praxair, headquartered in Danbury, Connecticut.  The acquisition closed on June 30, 2014.

Genie Products is a recognized leader in the production and supply of precision replacement parts, torch assemblies, hoses, cables, and other consumables for the thermal spray industry. Since Genie Products was purchased by Richard and Janet Grey in 2003, the business has doubled in size to meet increased product demand. Today, national and international corporations look to Genie Products for an extensive array of thermal spray consumables, as well as torches, systems and technical advice.  

Bill Hunter, a Managing Director at Generational Equity, advised Genie Products, Inc., on the transaction.

Praxair is a leading global provider of engineered protective coatings and thermal spray equipment and consumables.  As the largest North American industrial gas supplier, it produces and sells atmospheric gases, as well as process and specialty gases, for the chemicals, food and beverage, semiconductor, and healthcare industries worldwide.  To learn more, visit www.praxair.com.

About Generational Equity

Generational Equity provides mergers, acquisitions, strategic growth advisory services, and information for privately held and family-owned businesses to exit their companies successfully. Generational Equity uses a four-phase approach that includes education, financial analysis and reporting, sales documentation and deal-making ability to offer business owners an unparalleled level of commitment and experience, all focused on helping to release the generational equity and wealth in every business.  Generational Equity is headquartered in Dallas, TX, has more than 200 professionals in North America, and was recently recognized by the M&A Advisor as the M&A Consulting Firm of the Year. For more information visit the following websites at www.genequityco.com or http://blog.genequityco.com/.  You can view more of our recently closed deals at www.gecpress.com.

For more information:
Jessica Mead
972-232-1100
[email protected]

SOURCE Generational Equity