EMS, a value-added distributor of aluminum products, has acquired American Metals Supply to expand its service offerings for industrial contractors and manufacturers [1].
The acquisition allows EMS to deepen its reach into the patio and industrial aluminum markets. By integrating American Metals Supply, the company aims to provide a broader range of products and services to its client base [1, 4].
Based in Rosemont, Illinois, EMS operates as a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital [1]. The purchase of American Metals Supply adds a company with a 25-year history of distribution to the EMS umbrella [1].
Wynnchurch Capital first acquired EMS in October 2019 [2]. Since that initial investment, EMS has pursued an aggressive growth strategy through inorganic expansion. This latest deal marks the seventh acquisition the company has completed under Wynnchurch ownership [2].
The move reflects a broader trend of consolidation within the metals distribution sector. By absorbing smaller, established distributors, larger firms can scale their logistics and procurement capabilities, and capture specialized market niches like patio construction [1, 4].
“EMS has completed seven acquisitions under Wynnchurch ownership”
This acquisition signals Wynnchurch Capital's continued commitment to a 'buy-and-build' strategy for EMS. By targeting companies with long operational histories and specific market footprints, EMS is rapidly scaling its infrastructure to dominate the aluminum distribution chain in the U.S.
