Vytl Is Acquired by SunSource

Industrial

Vytl, a portfolio company of MiddleGround, sale to SunSource


Summary

Vytl Controls Group (“Vytl” or the “Company”), a portfolio company of MiddleGround Capital (“MiddleGround”), was recently acquired by an affiliate of SunSource. The terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Baird served as a financial advisor to Vytl on this transaction

About

Vytl Controls Group specializes in providing innovative flow control solutions for a wide range of industries. With a shared commitment to excellence and responsiveness, the Company designs, manufactures, distributes and repairs high-quality valves, actuators and instrumentation products to ensure optimal performance and reliability. Vytl’s teams of technical experts work closely with customers and distributors to deliver tailored solutions that meet their unique industrial needs, all while maintaining a focus on operational efficiency and safety. As a trusted partner in the flow control industry, they are dedicated to helping their customers achieve long-term success. Vytl is headquartered in The Woodlands, Texas.

MiddleGround Capital is a private equity firm with over $4.1 billion of assets under management. MiddleGround makes control equity investments in middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution businesses. MiddleGround works with its portfolio companies to create value through a hands-on operational approach and partners with its management teams to support long-term growth strategies. MiddleGround is headquartered in Lexington, Kentucky.

SunSource is the leading value-added industrial distributor and solutions provider for North America’s industrial and high-tech operators, with market-leading positions in fluid power, fluid process, fluid conveyance, industrial sales & service and industrial automation. SunSource helps companies operate safely, reliably and profitably by improving equipment and plant performance. Its design and engineering expertise to create customized solutions sets it apart from other value-added industrial distributors. SunSource was founded in 1922 and operates a national footprint, with over 240 locations across North America. SunSource is headquartered in Addison, Illinois.
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Industrial

Vytl, a portfolio company of MiddleGround, sale to SunSource

Date
February 2026
Company
Vytl Controls Group
Transaction
M&A - Sellside
Sectors
Industrial
Verticals
Distribution
Target Geography
North America
Acquiror Geography
North America

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