
Our Sectors
Specialty Industrials
Specialty industrial companies remain an integral component of the U.S. economy. Technology, changing labor market dynamics, and evolving global forces and trends are creating new opportunities for leading businesses in this category.
Calera has over three decades of experience investing in high-quality manufacturing, distribution, and industrial services businesses across many different specialty markets and niches. We look to partner with specialty industrial businesses that have sustainable differentiation, leverage attractive business models, and have true potential for transformative growth. Our breadth of experience, depth of knowledge, focus on partnership, and growth orientation allow us to consistently bring a unique perspective and significant value to specialty industrial companies.
Industrial Services
- Route-Based Services
- Facility Services
- Environmental Services
- Contractor Services
- Utility Services
- Test & Measurement
Specialty Distribution
- Industrial
- MRO
- Safety
- Building Products
Specialty Manufacturing
- Building Products
- Industrial Technology
- Other Niche Manufacturers
Select Portfolio Companies

CMC-ITI-CCS
Provider of repair and depot services for marine container and chassis
CMC-ITI-CCS is a leading provider of repair, maintenance, inspection, and storage services for marine containers and chassis. These services support the efficient flow of containerized freight across the United States. The company’s offering is driven by a highly trained workforce; long-standing relationships across multiple constituents (including steamship lines, ports, railroads, chassis providers, and labor); and a sterling track record of service established over multiple decades. The company was formed through the combination of three founder-owned businesses: ITI Intermodal (“ITI”), Marine Repair Services – Container Maintenance Corporation (“CMC”), and Columbia Container Services (“Columbia”), each of which is a leader within its respective geography. The common denominator for each company is a shared heritage of long-term family ownership and management providing best-in-class services measured by quality and reliability. CMC-ITI has corporate offices in Chicago, Illinois, Charleston, South Carolina, and Liberty Corner, New Jersey, and field operations across major port and rail hubs in the Southeast, Midwest, and Northeast.
The investment was completed on a direct basis in partnership with each company’s respective founders (Vince Marino at CMC, Josh Cooley at ITI, and Bruce Fenimore at Columbia). Each of the founders has rolled significant equity into the combined business and is committed to its long-term success.

ImageFIRST is the largest and fastest-growing national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide, providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, safety & hygiene programs, and more while managing their clients’ linen inventory for cost management. With a customer retention rate of over 95%, ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving staff and patient satisfaction through its quality linen and remarkable service. As leaders in infection prevention, they own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. The business is headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
In October 2018, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in ImageFIRST in partnership with management. Calera recapitalized ImageFIRST through a single-asset continuation fund in June 2023.

Atrium Home Services
Residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services
Atrium Home Services is a leading provider of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other non-discretionary repair and replacement services for existing single-family homeowners across the Midwest. Each of the company’s brands has a leading position in its home market, enabled by a commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and recruiting and retaining talented employees. The business is headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio.
In December 2021, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in the founding companies of Atrium Home Services, in partnership with the company founders and management teams.

Thayer Infrastructure Services
Field services for utility and telecommunications industries
Thayer Infrastructure Services is a leading provider of mission-critical repair, maintenance, and upgrade services for the utility and telecommunications industries. Thayer Infrastructure Services has a deep understanding of how to deliver and drive day-to-day field work safely and consistently, and with high quality. The company operates in three primary lines of business: electric utility services, fiber deployment and other wireline telecommunications services, and wireless services. The company offers its services across a large regional area, including the central Midwest, Northeast, and Southeast United States. The business has corporate offices in Columbus, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan.
In March 2020, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Thayer Infrastructure Services in partnership with management.

Arnott
Manufacturer of air suspension systems for the automotive aftermarket
Arnott is the leading global manufacturer of replacement air suspension parts and accessories for the automotive aftermarket. Arnott manufactures a comprehensive offering of replacement air struts, air springs, compressors, and conversion kits with a superior reputation for quality and reliability. Arnott’s products are primarily sold through leading aftermarket warehouse distributors and retailers serving the professional repair channel. The company is headquartered in Merritt Island, Florida.
In June 2017, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Arnott in partnership with its founder, Adam Arnott, and management. Calera sold Arnott to a leading private equity sponsor in November 2024.

The Evans Network of Companies
Asset-light, tech-enabled provider of services to operators within the logistics industry
The Evans Network of Companies is a leading non-asset-based logistics platform providing critical services at scale to a large and growing agent network of intermodal drayage, truckload, and freight brokerage agents. The company operates as an outsourced provider of non-core but essential services to its agents, including payment processing, technology, cash management, training, compliance, risk management, and national and regional sales support. Evans has a long and successful history of growing its agent network and servicing agents, owner-operators, and shippers with its highly value-additive offering. The business is headquartered in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania.
In February 2017, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Evans in partnership with CEO Bo Bates, the Evans family, and existing management. Calera sold Evans to a leading private equity sponsor in August 2021.
Carnegie Fabrics
Interior textiles and wall finishes
Carnegie Fabrics is a leading supplier and innovator of sustainable textiles for the corporate, healthcare, hospitality, and other non-residential building markets. Carnegie Fabrics offers design-driven textiles and other products for use in wall coverings, upholstery, acoustic applications, and other interior products. The company has built a reputation for its ongoing and comprehensive commitment to sustainability through all parts of its business cycle. The company is headquartered in Rockville Centre, New York.
In December 2016, Calera Capital acquired a majority stake in Carnegie Fabrics in partnership with the company’s President, Cliff Goldman, and management.

United Site Services
Portable sanitation and related site services provider for outdoor facilities
United Site Services is the leading provider of portable sanitation solutions and related site services in the United States and the only provider with a national operating footprint. United Site Services provides these site services and other non-hazardous liquid waste services to commercial and industrial businesses, non-residential and residential construction companies and building owners, special events, and government, military, and agricultural customers. The business is headquartered in Westborough, Massachusetts.
In August 2014, Calera Capital acquired United Site Services in partnership with existing management. Calera sold United Site Services to a leading private equity sponsor in August 2017.

IPS Corporation
Specialty adhesives and plumbing products
IPS Corporation is a market-leading manufacturer of a wide range of adhesive cement, structural adhesives, and niche plumbing products primarily for residential, commercial, industrial, and international markets. IPS Corporation’s products are sold under several highly regarded brand names, including Weld-On, Watertite, Studor, Truebro, and Guy Gray.
In July 2006, Calera Capital and management acquired a controlling interest in IPS Corporation. Calera Capital sold IPS Corporation to a leading private equity sponsor in February 2015.

Juno Lighting
Commercial and residential lighting fixtures
Juno Lighting is a specialist in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of recessed, track, HID, and fluorescent fixtures for commercial and residential use. Juno Lighting sells its products through more than 1,200 distributors and lighting showrooms across the United States and Canada and also sells directly to a variety of national department stores, specialty retailers, supermarkets, and commercial accounts.
In June 1999, Calera Capital and Juno Lighting’s management led the company's recapitalization. In August 2005, Juno Lighting was sold to Square D Company, a subsidiary of Schneider Electric SA.

Kerr Group
Specialty plastic closure products
Kerr Group is a leading provider of specialty plastic closure products to the pharmaceutical and food and beverage industries in North America. Kerr Group designs and manufactures highly engineered, proprietary, injection-molded plastic closures that incorporate functional features such as child resistance and tamper evidence. Kerr Group is recognized as a market leader in technological innovation. Kerr Group proactively works with many of its customers to design and manufacture closures to serve its customers' specific product needs.
In August 1997, Calera Capital acquired the outstanding shares of NYSE-listed Kerr Group through a public tender offer. Kerr Group subsequently acquired Sun Coast Industries, a manufacturer of specialty plastic closures, in March 1998, and McCormick & Company's packaging business, Setco, and Tubed Products, in August 2003.
Calera Capital sold Kerr Group to Berry Plastics in June 2005.

Tapco International
Exterior building products
Tapco International is the leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of accessory products and professional installation tools for the remodeling and new construction of residential exteriors. Tapco's products include window shutters, gable and roof vents, and exterior fixture mounting blocks. Tapco's products are sold throughout the U.S. and selected European markets through four principal distribution channels: one - and two-step distributors, do-it-yourself mass merchandisers, and manufactured housing distributors.
Calera Capital and Tapco management acquired a controlling interest in Tapco International Corporation from the founder's estate and family in June 1999. Calera Capital sold Tapco International to Headwaters Incorporated in September 2004.