Lubrication Engineers, Inc.
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Lubrication Engineers, Inc. - overview
Established
1951
Location
Wichita, KS, US
Primary Industry
Chemicals
About
Lubrication Engineers, Inc. specializes in providing industrial lubricants and reliability solutions to enhance machinery efficiency and longevity across diverse sectors. Founded in 1951 in Wichita, US, Lubrication Engineers focuses on high-performance lubrication solutions. The company has operated continuously without major pivots, maintaining a direct approach to serving industrial clients while expanding its product range.
It is not known to have any subsidiaries. The founder's history is not available. Lubrication Engineers specializes in the development and supply of high-performance industrial lubricants and reliability solutions tailored to enhance the efficiency and longevity of machinery across various sectors. Their core product offerings include a diverse range of lubricants such as compressor oils, hydraulic oils, gear oils, and specialty lubricants like food-grade and environmentally acceptable options.
These products are designed to protect critical components from wear and tear, prevent corrosion, and maintain optimal operating conditions, ultimately addressing the primary cause of mechanical failure: contamination. The company serves a broad client base that includes industries such as agriculture, construction, food and beverage, mining, and power generation, distributing its products across North America, Europe, and select markets in Asia and South America. By leveraging years of field experience, Lubrication Engineers develops comprehensive lubrication reliability programs that are customized to meet specific operational needs, enhancing performance and reducing downtime for clients. Lubrication Engineers generates revenue through direct sales of its lubricants and reliability products, structured primarily as B2B transactions with industrial clients.
The company engages in long-term partnerships with its customers, providing tailored lubrication reliability programs and ongoing support, which contribute to repeat business and customer loyalty. Transactions typically involve bulk orders of specialized lubricants and reliability solutions, allowing clients to maintain optimal machinery performance while minimizing operational costs. Pricing is determined based on the specific lubricants and services offered, with flagship products like the Endure™ turbine oil providing unique value in solving issues related to oxidation and varnish in gas combustion turbines. The revenue model reflects a commitment to quality and performance, fostering enduring relationships with clients across multiple industries.
Lubrication Engineers is focused on launching new products designed to address specific lubrication challenges, with anticipated releases in the upcoming quarters. The company also plans to expand its reach into targeted markets in Asia and South America by the end of 2025. The recent acquisition by Trivest Partners will provide essential resources to enhance product development and market penetration strategies.
Current Investors
Trivest Partners
Primary Industry
Chemicals
Sub Industries
Education & Training Services, Petrochemicals, Commodity Chemicals
Website
www.lelubricants.com/
Verticals
Manufacturing
Company Stage
Mature - Buyout
Total Amount Raised
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Lubrication Engineers, 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, Corporate Carve Out, Trade Sale | Completed | SWEPCO | - | ||||||||
| Add-on | Completed | RSC Bio Solutions LLC | - | ||||||||
| Add-on, Corporate Carve Out | Completed | Calumet, Inc.'s Royal Purple business | - | ||||||||
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | Lubrication Engineers, Inc. | - | ||||||||
| Buyout | Completed | Lubrication Engineers, Inc. | - |
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