The Partner Companies acquires F&B MFG to expand aerospace and defense metal forming
The Partner Companies announced the acquisition of Phoenix-based F&B MFG, a metal manufacturer with hydroforming expertise founded in 1923.
F&B MFG operates a vertically integrated business from a roughly 100,000-square-foot facility in Phoenix, serving aerospace, defense, technology and transportation customers with more than 200 employees. The company is Nadcap accredited for heat treating, welding, nonconventional machining and nondestructive testing. TPC's Christian Streu said F&B brings a strong fit and an exceptional team, and F&B president Alex Newell said the company will gain resources to invest in its workforce. Duane Morris advised TPC and Snell & Wilmer advised F&B MFG.
Deal facts
- Target
- F&B MFG
- Business
- Phoenix-based specialty metal manufacturer offering hydroforming, welding, machining, heat treating and assembly for aerospace, defense and other industries
- Buyer
- The Partner Companies
- Deal type
- Strategic
- Headquarters
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Status
- Announced, not yet closed
- Announced
- Monday, October 26, 2026
Sources
- PR NewswireOct 26, 2026
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