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Kaman Distribution sale to Littlejohn Company LLC is complete

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Kaman Distribution today announced the pending sale to affiliates of Littlejohn & Co., LLC (Littlejohn) has been finalized. 

Following the completion of the transaction, Kaman Distribution will continue to service customers under its three platforms; Automation, Fluid Power and Industrial Technologies. Kaman Distribution provides customers with premium products and integrated solutions through the utilization of its valued and experienced personnel; in conjunction with incorporating today’s most advanced technologies.

“Kaman Distribution is looking forward to being a part of Littlejohn with their proven track record of building and growing businesses like ours,” said Al Lariviere, President of Kaman Distribution Group. “They are prepared to continue to invest in the business to accelerate our growth and further enhance KDG’s ability to support our customers. I am excited for the future of the business and the associated opportunities it will bring to our employees.” 

About Kaman Distribution Kaman Distribution is a leading distributor of more than six million items including electro-mechanical, bearings, power transmission, motion control and fluid power components, as well as automation and MRO supplies, to customers in virtually every industry. In addition, the business provides engineering, design and support for automation, electrical, linear, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and delivers belting and rubber fabrication, customized mechanical services, hose assemblies, repair, fluid analysis and motor management. With over 220 locations across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, Distribution’s 2,200 employees generated $1.1 billion in net revenue in 2018.

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