Federal Signal Completes Acquisition of Standard Equipment Company

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Federal Signal (NYSE: FSS) has completed the acquisition of Standard Equipment Company, a leading distributor of specialty maintenance and infrastructure equipment. The acquisition, which closed on October 4, 2024, includes an initial purchase price of $38.8 million and a potential earn-out payment of up to $4.8 million.

Standard Equipment, based in Elmhurst, Illinois, has been a partner for Federal Signal's product lines including Vactor, Elgin, and TRUVAC. This acquisition aligns with Federal Signal's aftermarket growth strategy, expanding its capabilities in parts, services, rental, and used equipment operations. The company expects the acquisition to be accretive to earnings and cash flow in 2025.

Positive

• Expansion of aftermarket platform with additional scale and capabilities
• Potential for increased market reach and new customer acquisition
• Expected to be accretive to earnings and cash flow in 2025
• Acquisition includes potential earn-out payment based on performance

Negative

• Initial purchase price of $38.8 million may impact short-term cash position
• Integration challenges may arise during the merger of operations

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) ("Federal Signal" or the "Company"), a leader in environmental and safety solutions, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of substantially all the assets and operations of Standard Equipment Company ("Standard" or "Standard Equipment"), a leading distributor of specialty maintenance and infrastructure equipment for municipal and industrial markets.

Since 1969, Standard Equipment, with its principal location in Elmhurst, Illinois, has been an important partner for several of Federal Signal's product lines including Vactor, Elgin, and TRUVAC, currently distributing these products in parts of Illinois and Indiana. Standard's comprehensive suite of product and service offerings also includes rental equipment, used equipment, parts, and repair and maintenance for key product lines.

"The acquisition of Standard further builds upon our aftermarket growth strategy that was originally put into action in 2016 and adds an experienced team with deep regional knowledge and great familiarity with Federal Signal products", said Jennifer L. Sherman, President and Chief Executive Officer.

"Standard expands our existing aftermarket platform by adding further scale and capabilities to our parts, services, rental, and used equipment operations. The acquisition also further increases our ability to target new customer cohorts, while expanding our footprint in an attractive geographic market that can be leveraged by additional Federal Signal product lines long term. We are excited to welcome Standard and its employees to the Federal Signal family."

The transaction includes an initial purchase price of $38.8 million, subject to certain closing adjustments, as well as a contingent earn-out payment of up to $4.8 million that is based on the achievement of certain financial targets over a specified performance period.

The transaction closed on October 4, 2024. The Company expects the acquisition to be accretive to earnings and cash flow in 2025.

About Federal Signal
Federal Signal Corporation (NYSE: FSS) builds and delivers equipment of unmatched quality that moves material, cleans infrastructure, and protects the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1901, Federal Signal is a leading global designer, manufacturer, and supplier of products and total solutions that serve municipal, governmental, industrial, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Ill., with manufacturing facilities worldwide, the Company operates two groups: Environmental Solutions and Safety and Security Systems. For more information on Federal Signal, visit: www.federalsignal.com.

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SOURCE Federal Signal Corporation

FAQ

What company did Federal Signal (FSS) acquire on October 4, 2024?

Federal Signal (FSS) acquired Standard Equipment Company, a leading distributor of specialty maintenance and infrastructure equipment for municipal and industrial markets.

How much did Federal Signal (FSS) pay for the acquisition of Standard Equipment?

Federal Signal paid an initial purchase price of $38.8 million, subject to certain closing adjustments, with a potential additional earn-out payment of up to $4.8 million based on achieving certain financial targets.

When does Federal Signal (FSS) expect the acquisition to be accretive to earnings?

Federal Signal expects the acquisition of Standard Equipment to be accretive to earnings and cash flow in 2025.

What products does Standard Equipment distribute for Federal Signal (FSS)?

Standard Equipment distributes several of Federal Signal's product lines, including Vactor, Elgin, and TRUVAC, in parts of Illinois and Indiana.