XLCS Partners advises United Gasket on sale to All-State Industries

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- XLCS Partners, Inc., a leading middle-market investment bank, is pleased to announce it served as the exclusive advisor to United Gasket Corp. ("United Gasket") on its acquisition by All-State Industries, Inc. ("All-State"), a portfolio company of Blue Sage Capital.

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Cicero, Illinois, United Gasket is a leading manufacturer of custom non-metallic components, including adhesive-backed gaskets, felts, and other flexible parts. Alongside its subsidiary, Gaskoa, Inc., United Gasket serves a diverse range of industries, including electronics, rail, non-engine auto, HVAC, pumps, and lighting.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, All-State was founded in 1974 and is a leading provider of non-metallic components for OEMs across diverse end markets. The company specializes in solution-oriented products for sealing, acoustics, thermal management, motion control, and impact absorption applications.

"XLCS provided invaluable guidance and expertise throughout this process," noted Mark Pahios, CEO of United Gasket. "Their team understood our business, our goals, and worked tirelessly to find the perfect partner for United Gasket. Thanks to their dedication, we are now positioned for long-term growth with All-State, ensuring continued success for our employees and customers." Mark Pahios will continue to lead the United Gasket division as part of the All-State platform.

This transaction marks the fourth acquisition All-State has completed since partnering with Austin, Texas-based Blue Sage Capital in 2019. The combined business will be one of the largest providers of non-metallic components in its markets, with fourteen facilities across the United States and Mexico.

XLCS acted as the exclusive M&A advisor to United Gasket, and the transaction was led by Anthony Contaldo, Partner, and Eric Schoendorf, Vice President. The transaction was completed on December 31, 2024.

About XLCS Partners, Inc.
XLCS Partners is an investment banking firm providing M&A advisory services to select clients globally. www.xlcspartners.com

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