Rand Whitney

a portfolio company of

has acquired

ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Rand-Whitney Container, LLC a subsidiary of The Kraft Group, LLC is the largest independent corrugated manufacturer in New England. The company operates from multiple facilities and can assist with a wide range of packaging needs, covering engineering, design, testing, fulfillment and real-time information processing. Rand-Whitney is headquartered in Worcester, MA with facilities across the US.

SITUATION:

Rand-Whitney has a continued focus on growing its presence through strategic partnerships and acquisitions of independents across the US. Adding capabilities in the Mid-Atlantic and investing capital and knowhow behind strong operators has been and will continue to be a core part of this growth strategy.

ENGAGEMENT:

G2 was engaged by Rand-Whitney as the exclusive buy-side advisory to assist in executing the Company’s long-term M&A growth initiative. G2 sourced proprietary opportunities directed toward companies that would add additional service contracts and skilled technicians to the Rand-Whitney portfolio.

OUTCOME:

Rand-Whitney acquired Specialty Finance & Consulting Corporation, which specializes in the manufacturing, warehousing and distribution of corrugated sheets, corrugated packaging, and related ancillary products and services. The acquisition includes Specialty Industries, Inc., NuPak Printing, LLC and Krafcor Industries, Inc. SF&C has been in the corrugated business more than 40 years and has earned a reputation as a high-quality manufacturer with a focus on customer service.