Plano Molding Company
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Plano Molding Company - overview
Established
1932
Location
Plano, TX, US
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
About
Plano Molding Company designs and manufactures innovative storage solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, focusing on tackle and gun storage systems that enhance organization and accessibility during outdoor activities. Plano Molding Company, founded in 1932 and headquartered in Plano, Texas, US, specializes in designing storage solutions for outdoor activities. The company was acquired by Teachers' Private Capital from Tinicium Capital Partners in December 2012. The founder's history and any previous companies are not available, but the company has engaged in two deals since its inception.
PLANO® Outdoors specializes in offering a comprehensive range of high-quality storage solutions tailored for fishing and hunting enthusiasts. Their core product offerings include tackle storage systems, gun cases, archery cases, sportsman's trunks, and coolers, designed to enhance organization and accessibility for users during outdoor activities. The recently reimagined Plano StowAway series addresses the storage challenges faced by anglers by incorporating best-in-class organization features and durability. Another flagship product, the Edge™ system, optimizes the fishing experience with advanced tackle solutions.
The company's products are marketed to individual consumers engaging in recreational fishing and hunting across North America and select international markets. Revenue generation for PLANO® Outdoors is driven through direct sales to consumers and partnerships with retailers and wholesalers. Customers can purchase products directly from their website or through authorized retail partners. Pricing for individual products varies, with flagship items such as the StowAway® series priced between USD 7.
99 and USD 19. 99, depending on the specific model and features. The company offers free shipping on orders above a certain threshold and incentivizes customer engagement through promotional offers such as store credit for qualifying purchases. Plano Molding Company plans to expand its product portfolio with new designs tailored for fishing and hunting enthusiasts, although specific release dates have not been disclosed.
The company is also targeting new geographic markets for expansion but has not specified which regions will be prioritized or by when. The funding from the acquisition by Teachers' Private Capital will support these growth initiatives and enhance product development, although further details regarding the financial rationale have not been provided.
Current Investors
Teachers' Private Capital
Primary Industry
Consumer Products
Sub Industries
Consumer Products
Website
www.planomolding.com
Company Stage
Mature
Total Amount Raised
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Plano Molding Company - 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Secondary Buyout | Completed | Plano Molding Company | - | ||||||||
| Recapitalisation | Completed | Plano Molding Company | - |
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