Anyone have experience with Tool and Die Machine Shop/CNC Machines/Precision Manufacturing??

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May 19, 2025

by a searcher from INSEAD in Chicago, IL, USA

I am looking at a potential acquisition of a tool and die machine shop and would like to connect with anyone that has expertise in the space. Looking forward to connecting. Thanks in advance!
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Reply by an intermediary
from Naval Postgraduate School in Bellevue, WA, USA
I concur with Chris. Owner dependency can be a real problem both for the generation of revenue and the manufacturing operations side of manufacturing. If the tooling is related to plastic or ceramic injection molding, be very careful as shops in Vietnam and China are less expensive and produce excellent tooling. Feel free to reach out to discuss; have lots of experience in the field.
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Reply by a lender
from University of Missouri in Denver, CO, USA
Hi, the few things I would focus on are the quality of the personnel / team, the value, age, and condition of the machinery and technology, and obviously the historical performance of the business. I am an SBA lender, let me know if you'd like to discuss further if you may go that route
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