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Ironclad Industrial Alliance is a newly formed network of precision manufacturers and machining companies. With our partners, we are building the tomorrow of the American industrial base.
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[ About ironclad ]■
WHO WE ARE
Ironclad Industrial Alliance is a newly formed network of precision manufacturers and machining companies. Led by a former U.S. Navy nuclear submariner and backed by Ironclad Growth Partners, we partner with industry-leading owners and teams to provide capital, resources, and systems to accelerate growth while preserving their legacy.
We do not operate as a traditional private equity firm or a large industrial conglomerate, but rather as an alliance of likeminded owner operators driven by a common mission, value system, and purpose.
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WHY IRONCLAD
Ironclad allows owners to take chips off the table but retain ownership at the unit level. This allows them to continue to receive annual distributions and to benefit from the full exit after their business grows. After acquisition, Ironclad retains the employees and management teams of the companies we partner with and provides the resources and processes needed to better serve customers, employees, and communities.
OUR VISION
Create an alliance that powers the future of American manufacturing and puts people first. Be the partner of choice for precision machining and manufacturing shops nationwide by adding consistent value.
OUR MISSION
Partner with the talented owners of the best precision machining and manufacturing companies in the USA. Provide them with the resources, partnership, and technology needed to unlock their full potential.
[ how we work ]OUR APPROACH
Our goal is to add and create value at Ironclad. We do this by strengthening the organizations we work with, developing leadership, and investing aggressively in growth and the latest technologies. We do not impose artificially short time horizons on the businesses we own.
We take the long view to build platforms that compound value over time.
Add Value to Our Partners
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We are dedicated to building a supportive, people-first culture, providing dependable operational infrastructure, and leveraging data-driven insights to help your business excel in a competitive market. For owners ready to step back from day-to-day responsibilities, our network of experienced leaders makes that transition seamless.
Partnering with Ironclad means upholding the highest standards of excellence in precision manufacturing and machining.
Driving Excellence
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As a committed partner, we put your success at the center of everything we do. By bringing our expertise, network, and resources to the table, we work side by side with business owners and leadership teams to unlock new opportunities and accelerate growth.
At Ironclad Industrial Alliance, we win together.
Win-Win Partnerships
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[ how we work ]OUR STRATEGY
Through a careful vetting process, we select companies that share our commitment to employees, customers, and excellence. We welcome owners seeking different levels of involvement (from staying actively engaged —> stepping back from the day-to-day).
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If you choose to continue operating independently, you’ll gain the benefits of being part of a larger team (expanded resources, shared expertise, and growth opportunities) while still preserving the autonomy and legacy that makes your business unique.
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If you’re ready to transition out of your business, we’ll partner with you to design a plan that reflects your goals and timelines. You set the priorities, and we’ll create a clear path forward that works for everyone involved. We’re flexible and have operational manpower.
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We recognize how deeply legacy matters to family-owned businesses
Our role is to provide owners and employees the backing they need to preserve that legacy—while equipping them with the tools and resources to strengthen and expand the reputation they’ve built.
You didn’t buy that reputation. You earned it.
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[ about you ]TYPICAL SELLER RATIONALES
Retiring owner-operator without a successor in place
Retire
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Owners seeking to take chips off the table and continue building their company
Diversify
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Owners or management teams seeking capital to grow the company
Grow
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Ironclad Industrial Alliance provides the benefits of ownership without the burden
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