Long Point Capital Portfolio

Arch Aluminum and Glass

Business Description

Arch Aluminum & Glass is one of the nation’s leading fabricators and distributors of architectural glass and aluminum products for the commercial building products industry. The company produces tempered, insulated, and laminated glass products, mirrors, and architectural aluminum products for sale to glazing contractors, glass shops, and original equipment manufacturers.

Transaction Overview

Long Point Capital partnered with the family owners of Arch to repurchase the stake of a minority investor who was seeking liquidity, and to provide a capital base to expand the Company through acquisitions.

Post-Transaction

Following Long Point Capital’s investment, Arch successfully implemented its business plan, acquiring nine underperforming facilities, opening a large greenfield facility, and expanding its management team to accommodate the growth. Arch was sold to a private equity group in 2004.

Contact

Ira Starr: 212-593-1800 / istarr@lpcfund.com