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New Deal Announcement

September 30, 2024

Merion Investment Partners IV, L.P. is pleased to announce a new investment in Rhino Tool Company, a market leading manufacturer of post-drivers and related equipment.


The Company, headquartered in Kewanee, IL, produces post-drivers for both commercial and consumer markets under the brand names “Rhino” and “Minuteman”, respectively, and distributes its products globally. Rhino has built its strong reputation and achieved its market leadership position by continuously innovating and manufacturing high-quality products and maintaining a consistent supply for its dealers and customers for decades.

Come See Us

You can find us at the following events:

  • ACG M&A East; September 30-October 1
  • McGuire Woods Independent Sponsor Conference; October 15-16
  • SBIA National Summit for Middle Market Funds; October 27-29
  • ACG Florida Capital Connection; November 13-15


Investment Criteria
Target Profiles

Lower middle market businesses located in the US

Buyouts sponsored by PE funds or Independent Sponsors

Entrepreneurs seeking capital for growth, minority shareholder buyout or generational transfer
Transaction Structure

$4-$15MM investment

Debt/warrants

Debt/equity co-invest

Redeemable preferred

5 year maturity, non amortizing
Focus Industries

Healthcare services/products

Niche manufacturing

Business services/outsourcing

Information technology/Software

Aerospace/Defense
Contact

David Harper


dharper@merionpartners.com


484-919-7900

Mark Rafalovich


mrafalovich@merionpartners.com


858-449-4791

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