Crane Group is a portfolio of businesses that deliver best-in-class products and services to the marketplace.

What sets us apart:

Management Expertise

Our experienced staff seeks to create lasting partnerships with our companies and support them as they grow. We help our business units realize their growth potential through our management expertise in six key areas: strategy, leadership, legal, finance, information technology, and human resources.

Financial Strength

Financial strength is the foundation upon which Crane Group has built its success. Our strong capital base allows us to be patient with our investments and seek out partners who share our culture and desire for growth. This long term view gives us added flexibility when it comes to structuring partnerships.

A Proven Track Record

Starting as a modest plastics company, Crane Group has long seen success in both running and advising enterprises. We believe in people with big ideas—it’s in our DNA. Our portfolio of partnerships and investments is a testament to our 69 year history of success.

Autonomy and Partnership

Crane Group looks to partner with enterprises that have great leadership and management already in place who will thrive and benefit from the support we can offer. We also encourage and facilitate networking among our business leaders so that they can grow and excel together.

Our Companies:

Crane Renovation Group
Residential and Commercial Renovations
Crane Renovation Group Residential and Commercial Renovations

Crane Renovation Group provides high quality residential and commercial renovations and the best warranties in the business.

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Screen Machine Industries – Diamond Z
Innovative American Manufacturing
Screen Machine Industries – Diamond Z Innovative American Manufacturing

Screen Machine Industries is one of the largest manufacturers of portable mining machinery in North America, with a diverse product line that includes rock crushers, screening plants, and conveyors.

Diamond Z offers a broad range of industrial tub grinders, horizontal grinders, track grinders, & metal recycling equipment designed to suit any application. From high-volume composting needs, to disaster cleanup, to stockpile tire disposal to solid waste reduction, no grinder outperforms the Diamond Z.

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Pet Paradise
Upscale Pet Care Services
Pet Paradise Upscale Pet Care Services

Headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, Pet Paradise is a comprehensive pet service provider offering boarding, day camp, grooming and veterinary services. Pet Paradise’s state-of-the-art resorts offer a safe, clean and fun environment for four-legged guests and peace of mind for their owners. Located in 9 states with more than 40 locations in operation or under development, Pet Paradise continues to expand in the southern region of the United States. For more information about Pet Paradise visit petparadise.com.

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Crane Group is actively seeking opportunities for new partnerships where we can leverage our operational expertise in growing industries. We’re interested in diverse companies with strong management teams who wish to stay engaged with their business.

Investment criteria:

Company Size

At least $3 million of EBITDA

Equity Investment

$25 to $75 million

Character, passion, and a desire to learn and do more—those are the kinds of qualities we value. We choose our partners carefully and look for people who want to grow their businesses.

Strong management teams who wish to stay engaged in the business. We value continuity, and we seek to partner with business leaders who are passionate about their people and their business.

Companies that place a strong emphasis on service. We are active in our communities and encourage our associates to participate in volunteerism and give back.

A proven track record of success:

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Crane Renovation Group

Case Study

  • Crane acquired a majority interest in Able Roofing in 1996.
  • Crane made several add-on acquisitions since 1996, which are now collectively known as Crane Renovation Group.
  • Since 1996, the company has expanded into 15 new geographic markets and has added new products and services along the way.
  • $9 million revenue at time of acquisition
  • $100+ million revenue in 2015
  • Crane continues to hold this business.
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Irth Solutions

Case Study

  • In 2012, Crane acquired a 70 percent interest in the business via a recapitalization.
  • Irth Solutions is a provider of field service management solutions for the utility, energy and telecom sectors.
  • Crane sold a significant interest in the business to Bregal Sagemont, a growth-oriented private equity firm in 2015.
  • The multiple at time of exit was 6x revenue and 15x EBITDA.
  • Crane continues to own a small percentage of the business.
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TimberTech

Case Study

  • A 1998 start-up business funded by Crane
  • The company utilized Crane’s extrustion technologies to develop wood composite decking materials.
  • First product sold in 1998
  • $200 million revenue / $35 million EBITDA at time of the exit
  • Sold to CPG International, the parent company of AZEK Building Products in 2012. AZEK is a leading manufacturer of premium, low-maintenance exterior products.
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Diamond Z

Case Study

Diamond Z offers a broad range of industrial tub grinders, horizontal grinders, track grinders, & metal recycling equipment designed to suit any application. From high-volume composting needs, to disaster cleanup, to stockpile tire disposal to solid waste reduction, no grinder outperforms the Diamond Z.

To discuss a potential partnership with Crane Group, please get in touch with our team.

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