AFG Holdings, Inc.
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AFG Holdings, Inc. - overview
Established
1996
Location
Houston, TX, US
Primary Industry
Aerospace
About
AFG Holdings, Inc. is dedicated to providing advanced connection and sealing technologies that optimize operational performance across various industrial sectors, including oil and gas, petrochemical, and power generation. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Houston, US, AFG Holdings, Inc. specializes in connection and sealing technologies.
The company has executed three deals, with the most recent deal occurring on May 24, 2017, involving a RECAPITALISATION that raised USD 125. 00 mn from investors including the Carlyle Group, Eaton Vance Management, First Reserve, and Stellex Capital Management. The funding reduced the company's debt by approximately USD 680 mn. The current CEO is Curtis Samford.
AFG Holdings, Inc. specializes in connection and sealing technologies, focusing on delivering precision-engineered solutions to enhance client success globally. The company’s core offerings include a range of advanced sealing products and connection technologies designed for various industries, including oil and gas, petrochemical, refining, power generation, and industrial markets. These products are engineered to meet the rigorous demands of critical applications, ensuring reliability and performance in extreme conditions.
AFG Holdings serves a diverse clientele, including original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and major industrial operators across North America, Europe, and Asia. Their innovative approach combines established engineering practices with cutting-edge technology, making their solutions adaptable and efficient for end users seeking to optimize operational performance and minimize downtime. AFG Holdings generates revenue primarily through direct B2B transactions with clients in key industrial sectors. The company’s transaction structure typically involves long-term partnerships with OEMs, enabling the provision of custom sealing and connection solutions tailored to clients’ specific needs.
Customers engage with AFG Holdings through contract agreements that outline pricing, delivery schedules, and performance specifications for flagship products. While precise pricing details are not publicly disclosed, the company’s offerings are positioned as premium solutions in the market, reflecting their commitment to quality and innovation. Revenue is derived from both one-time purchases and ongoing contracts, emphasizing the importance of sustained relationships with their diverse client base. In May 2017, AFG Holdings secured USD 125.
00 mn in funding to support its next phase of growth, which will focus on enhancing product offerings and expanding market presence. The company plans to design and launch new sealing and connection products aimed at the oil and gas sector, with anticipation of a release in late 2023. Additionally, AFG Holdings is targeting expansion into European and Asian markets by 2024, leveraging the recent funding to bolster its capabilities in these regions.
Current Investors
Carlyle Group, First Reserve, Eaton Vance
Primary Industry
Aerospace
Sub Industries
Power Generation Equipment & Services, Aerospace
Website
www.afgholdings.com
Verticals
Manufacturing
Total Amount Raised
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AFG Holdings, Inc. - deals
| Deals Type | Deal Status | Target (s) | Deal Date | Investor(s) | Seller(s) | Deal size (Mn) | Enterprise value (Mn) | Post-money valuation (Mn) | EBITDA multiple (x) | Revenue multiple (x) | Lead partner (s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Add-on | Completed | Ameriforge LLC | - | ||||||||
| Recapitalisation | Completed | AFG Holdings, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Restructuring | Completed | AFG Holdings, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | AFG Holdings, Inc. | - |
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