EMS, a value-added distributor of aluminum products and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, announced the acquisition of American Metals Supply (AMS), a distributor of aluminum products serving the patio and industrial end markets.
Founded in Tampa, Florida, AMS has spent more than 25 years building a reputation for customer service, product availability, and reliable delivery across residential, commercial, patio, and industrial applications. The company has expanded its footprint across the United States while maintaining a service-oriented operating model.
The acquisition strengthens EMS’s geographic reach and expands its capabilities across key end markets. Since being acquired by Wynnchurch Capital in October 2019, EMS has completed seven acquisitions, including AMS.
EMS is headquartered in Lake Worth, Florida, and serves industrial, commercial, residential, and marine end markets through more than 20 distribution and manufacturing facilities totaling nearly two million square feet. AMS specializes in aluminum products used in industrial, structural, and architectural applications.
Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal advisor to EMS and Wynnchurch in the transaction.
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“Like EMS, American Metals Supply has a high touch service model that combines responsive service and consistent execution on the aluminum products that contractors and manufacturers rely on every day. The acquisition expands EMS’s geographic reach and improves our capabilities across key end markets. We are excited to welcome the AMS team to the EMS family and look forward to continuing to build on their foundation.”
Mike Swedick, CEO of EMS
“We’re excited to join EMS as we accelerate our growth trajectory, expand our capabilities, and deliver on our commitment to our customers.”
Kevin Gonzalez, CEO of AMS
