Milwaukee Cylinder buys Pneumatic Cylinders & Couplers

Milwaukee Cylinder said Tuesday it acquired Machesney Park, Illinois-based Pneumatic Cylinders & Couplers, expanding its pneumatic cylinder line and fluid power reach. The deal adds manufacturing capabilities and customer relationships while PCC keeps serving distributors and private-label partners under the Milwaukee Cylinder umbrella.

Why it matters: - The acquisition gives Milwaukee Cylinder a broader pneumatic cylinder lineup and more fluid power capacity. - PCC adds industrial aluminum and stainless-steel NFPA tie-rod cylinders, which expands the combined company’s product mix for distributors, equipment makers and private-label partners. - Milwaukee Cylinder also gains manufacturing depth and market expertise that can support growth across its North American distribution network.

What happened: - Milwaukee Cylinder announced the acquisition of Pneumatic Cylinders & Couplers on Sept. 16, 2026. - PCC is a Midwest-based manufacturer in Machesney Park, Illinois. - Milwaukee Cylinder is a portfolio company of Madison Lake Capital. - The transaction brings PCC under the Milwaukee Cylinder umbrella.

The details: - PCC will continue its core products and offerings after the acquisition. - PCC will keep serving customers with the same confidentiality, service and responsiveness they expect today. - Milwaukee Cylinder said it plans to grow PCC’s current partnerships using its brand, sales organization and distribution network. - Milwaukee Cylinder President Douglas Lacina said the deal is a natural fit and creates significant growth opportunities. - Lacina said PCC brings strong manufacturing capabilities and a respected reputation in the marketplace. - Milwaukee Cylinder said PCC’s capabilities complement its hydraulic and pneumatic cylinder business. - Milwaukee Cylinder was founded in 1956 and is headquartered in Cudahy, Wisconsin. - Milwaukee Cylinder manufactures hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders for industrial applications. - Milwaukee Cylinder serves customers through a broad network of distribution partners across North America. - Milwaukee Cylinder offers standard and custom cylinder solutions for demanding environments. - PCC serves distributors, equipment manufacturers and private-label partners with high-quality products and responsive customer support. - Madison Lake Capital is a private equity firm focused on lower-middle-market buyouts. - Madison Lake Capital said its investment approach centers on businesses with value-creation potential and tailored technology and process improvements. - Madison Lake Capital also said it aims to support seamless transitions that preserve company culture and employee well-being. - More information is available at Madison Lake Capital. - Milwaukee Cylinder’s social presence is on LinkedIn.

Between the lines: - The deal appears designed to widen Milwaukee Cylinder’s offering without disrupting PCC’s existing customer relationships. - Keeping PCC’s service model intact suggests Milwaukee Cylinder wants continuity for distributors and private-label customers while it folds PCC into a larger commercial platform. - The combination also reflects a common industrial buyout strategy: add complementary products, preserve core operations and use a larger sales network to push growth.

What's next: - PCC is expected to keep operating its current product lines and customer-facing commitments. - Milwaukee Cylinder will likely focus on cross-selling PCC products through its existing distribution channels. - The combined company is signaling future growth through engineering resources, brand strength and broader market access.