XLCS Partners Advises Signature Engineered Solutions on Sale to AFC Industries
XLCS Partners served as the exclusive M&A advisor for Signature Engineered Solutions (SES) in its sale to AFC Industries, a portfolio company of Bertram Capital. SES provides fastening and assembly solutions across multiple industries including automotive, heavy truck, construction, energy, and HVAC. The acquisition expands AFC's capabilities in engineered components and supply chain services. SES’s principals praised XLCS for their expertise and support during the transaction process. The deal was led by Anthony Contaldo and Jay Cremer of XLCS Partners and completed on August 17, 2026. This marks XLCS's 22nd fastener and industrial component-related transaction. AFC Industries operates from over 100 locations across seven countries and offers services such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) and custom-engineered components.
Topics: Fasteners Industrial Components Mergers & Acquisitions