Engineering-Driven Operators of Industrial Excellence

Ashlar Industries acquires, builds, and scales enduring companies serving the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors.

mission first

Ashlar Industries is a long-term firm, focused on acquiring and operating mission critical engineering and manufacturing businesses.We are hands-on operators who prioritize technical depth, disciplined growth, and preserving the legacy of the businesses we acquire.

Focus Areas

Ashlar Industries acquires and grows US based industrial companies serving the US aerospace & defense ecosystem, delivering mission-critical capabilities spanning the full product lifecycle—from design and prototyping to testing and production.Focused on the Gulf South and key aerospace & defense corridors.

  • Precision Machining & Fabrication

  • Machining Special Processes (finishings, heat treatment, coatings, etc.)

  • Engineering Services

  • Environmental & qualification testing labs

  • Non-destructive testing

Criteria

Whether partnering with legacy founders or scaling technical teams, we focus on sustainable operations, strong relationships, and long-term value creation — not quick exits.

  • Revenue: $5-$25M

  • EBITDA: $1M-$5M

  • Leadership: Stable leadership core open to partnership, joining Ashlar, and growth

  • Diversified Customer Base: Serving Aerospace & Defense, but other industries such as oil & gas, automotive, and medical devices

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