EDGE Industrial Technologies Acquires Carbonomics to Expand Global Footprint and Product Portfolio

Combination strengthens global presence and enhances cutting solutions for industrial knife and cutting customers.

WILDER, Ky., Oct. 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EDGE Industrial Technologies, a global leader in industrial cutting solutions, today announced it has acquired Carbonomics, a UK-based manufacturer specializing in precision ground machine knives. This strategic acquisition strengthens the company's global presence, enhances its product portfolio, and reinforces its commitment to delivering innovative solutions to customers worldwide.

Carbonomics, headquartered in Sheffield, England, offers decades of expertise in manufacturing straight, tray, and circular knives for the food industry. With additional operations in Gilroy, California, Carbonomics provides resharpening and distribution capabilities that strategically expand EDGE's footprint and its ability to serve customers efficiently and effectively across key regions.

"This acquisition marks a significant milestone for EDGE," said Josh Slagle, CEO of EDGE Industrial Technologies. "Carbonomics' technical expertise, modern manufacturing capabilities, and strong regional presence make them an ideal partner as we continue to grow. Together, we are better positioned to meet the evolving needs of our customers and deliver cutting-edge solutions that set the standard for quality and performance."

"Carbonomics is thrilled to be joining the EDGE team," said Phillip Holmes, founder of Carbonomics. "These two companies share an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, collaboration, and customer service, and this partnership is a natural fit. The team looks forward to leveraging EDGE's deep expertise, standout products, and global resources to expand our reach and better serve our customers."

With this acquisition, the new combined entity will be positioned to accelerate market reach, increase innovation capacity, and create expanded opportunities for employees, partners, and stakeholders across regions. This moment of expansion represents an unwavering commitment to growth that will benefit both EDGE and Carbonomics customers through faster lead times, broader product accessibility, and enhanced service capabilities worldwide.

The acquisition aligns with the growth strategy of EDGE's investor, Falfurrias Management Partners ("Falfurrias"), a Charlotte-based investment firm focused on growth-oriented, middle-market businesses. "Both EDGE and Carbonomics have standout capabilities in focus areas that not only directly complement each other, but are critical components to their collective growth," said Ken Walker, Partner at Falfurrias. "We are eager to see what this new and expanded team accomplishes as they enter this next chapter as a clear frontrunner in the world of industrial cutting solutions." 

About EDGE Industrial Technologies
EDGE Industrial Technologies is comprised of three industry leading brands – TGW International, Pearl Technologies Inc., and Leverwood Knife Works. EDGE companies are leading producers of industrial machine knives and blades, industrial punches, and related equipment, for a variety of markets, including packaging, processing, converting, print, and general industrial applications. EDGE Industrial Technologies is a global leader in the manufacture of these products, with operations in North America, Europe, and Asia.

About Carbonomics
Carbonomics is a leading manufacturer of precision ground machine knives, serving the food industry with a focus on straight, tray, and circular knives. Headquartered in Sheffield, England, with additional operations in Gilroy, California, Carbonomics is known for its technical expertise, modern manufacturing capabilities, and commitment to customer satisfaction.

About Falfurrias
Falfurrias Capital Partners is an operationally focused middle-market private equity fund focused on investing in growth companies. The team is comprised of investors and proven operators, as well as in-house resources across strategy & market insights, risk & integration, talent, and technology. The fund is managed by Falfurrias Management Partners, a Charlotte-based private equity firm founded in 2006 by Hugh McColl Jr., former chairman and CEO of Bank of America; Marc Oken, former CFO of Bank of America; and Managing Partner Ed McMahan. The firm has raised $3.6 billion across seven funds and invests in growing, middle-market businesses in sectors where the firm's operational resources, relationships, and sector expertise can be employed to complement portfolio company executive teams in support of growth objectives. For more information, visit www.falfurrias.com.

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