Transaction Overview
- Represented Aristech Surfaces, a portfolio company of Falcon Private Holdings, in its sale to Trinseo.
- Aristech is a leading designer and producer of highly technical, advanced acrylic and solid surface sheets serving the health and wellness, building and construction, and transportation sectors.
- Based in Florence, KY, Aristech had established itself as the primary North American-based operator of continuous cast extrusion lines.
Key Observations
- Falcon had successfully positioned Aristech for continued growth by improving processes, operations, and selling capabilities, and expanded the business into key growth markets including health and wellness.
- Trinseo’s acquisition of Aristech represented a key component of its transition further towards a specialty chemicals and materials company.
Drivers of Interest
- The specialty nature of Aristech’s product suite and manufacturing process expertise was unmatched in the North American market and incredibly expensive to replicate.
- Recent success in growing new market categories, including health and wellness, highlighted growth potential of the business.