Benchmark International has successfully facilitated the sale of Adapt Laser Systems, LLC and Teka North America, LLC to Boyne Capital Partners, LLC

Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, Adapt Laser has supported North America since 2003, providing pioneering laser cleaning solutions to many bonding, corrosion, and surface treatment issues facing complex industrial processes. Adapt Laser, in partnership with CleanLASER, is the only supplier of fiber-coupled, compact, mobile or stationary laser cleaning units, with 20 to 1000 watts of laser power for a wide-range of handheld or automated applications. Illustrative uses include composite part tool cleaning, defense and military applications, oxide removal, paint & varnish removal, weld & joining pre-treatment, and mold cleaning. End-markets served include aerospace, automotive, defense, nuclear utilities, semiconductors, and food production

President of Adapt Laser Systems, Georg Heidelmann, stated, “Benchmark International was paramount to the success of our deal. Not only did Tyrus and the team at Benchmark demonstrate their expertise in all areas of M&A but they also took time to really understand my specific business and industry. Through Benchmark’s process a number of potential partners were identified which allowed me to select the group who truly aligned with Adapt’s people, culture, and vision for the future. I would like to thank the Benchmark transaction team for the extraordinary effort in making this deal a reality.”

Boyne Capital is a Florida-based private equity firm focused on investments in lower middle market companies. Founded in 2006, Boyne has successfully invested in a broad range of industries, including healthcare services, consumer products, niche manufacturing, and business and financial services among others. Beyond financial resources, Boyne provides industry and operational expertise to its portfolio companies and partners with management to drive both company performance and growth. Boyne specializes in providing the capital necessary to fund corporate growth and facilitate owners and shareholders' partial or full exit.

Tyrus O’Neill, Managing Partner at Benchmark International, stated, “It was a pleasure to represent Georg and Adapt in this deal, and on behalf of Benchmark International, we are very pleased with the outcome. Both sides of the transaction were extremely professional throughout the process and it was a pleasure to work alongside Georg and the group at Boyne. The parties have numerous strategic synergies which has led to a great process and overall result. This has been a thoroughly satisfying experience and we wish both parties the best of luck moving forward.”