Doerfer Corporation
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Doerfer Corporation - overview
Established
1961
Location
Waverly, IA, US
Primary Industry
Industrial Machinery
About
Doerfer Corporation specializes in advanced manufacturing solutions, focusing on custom automation, forming, and material handling. They deliver tailored equipment and integrated systems to a diverse range of industries globally. Doerfer Corporation, founded in 1961 and headquartered in Waverly, US, is dedicated to providing manufacturing solutions through custom automation and material handling systems. The company's leadership is headed by CEO David Takes.
There is no information regarding any mergers, pivots, or changes in business strategy. Doerfer Companies excels in providing advanced manufacturing solutions that focus on custom automation, forming, and material handling. Their primary product offerings include fully automated and semi-automated equipment, as well as integrated production lines designed to meet the exacting specifications of a range of industries. Notably, TDS Automation, a subsidiary, has developed the Wheelift, a customizable heavy lift transporter capable of moving loads starting at a 50-ton capacity, deployed in sectors such as aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries.
Furthermore, Williams, White and Company, another subsidiary, specializes in large-format hydraulic presses tailored for applications in aerospace, automotive, and shipbuilding. Doerfer serves a diverse client base across various geographical markets, including North America, Europe, and emerging markets, providing innovative solutions that address complex manufacturing and assembly challenges. Doerfer Companies operates through a structured revenue model primarily focused on B2B transactions, offering customized manufacturing solutions to clients across several industries. The company engages in direct sales relationships with its customers, facilitating transactions that include the sale of specialized equipment and automated systems.
Products such as the Wheelift and large hydraulic presses are sold under negotiated contracts that specify terms, delivery schedules, and pricing based on the tailored functionalities required by clients. The revenue generated encompasses multiple streams, including project-based contracts for custom solutions and ongoing service agreements for maintenance and support of their equipment. Each transaction emphasizes quality engineering and precision manufacturing, underscoring Doerfer’s commitment to delivering exceptional value to its customers.
Primary Industry
Industrial Machinery
Sub Industries
Industrial Machinery
Website
www.doerfercompanies.com
Verticals
Manufacturing
Total Amount Raised
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Doerfer Corporation - 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 | Doerfer Corporation's Automation Systems Group | - |
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