Minneapolis, Minnesota based Graco Inc., a global leader in fluid and powder handling technologies, has announced it has completed its acquisition of Cincinnati, Ohio based Valco Melton, a global provider of adhesive application and quality assurance systems, for $447 million in cash.
“Today marks an exciting milestone as we officially welcome Valco Melton to Graco,” said Mark Sheahan, President and CEO, Graco. “Valco Melton expands our capabilities in precision adhesive dispensing and quality assurance technologies while strengthening our ability to help manufacturers improve productivity, product quality and operational efficiency. Together, we are well positioned to deliver greater value to customers around the world.”
Valco Melton designs, manufactures and supports industrial systems that precisely apply adhesives and verify quality during production. Its solutions are used primarily in packaging and other industrial manufacturing applications. It has approximately 650 employees, serves customers in more than 80 countries and generated approximately $145 million in revenue in 2025.
“With the acquisition complete, we are focused on realizing the opportunities created by combining Valco Melton’s leading adhesive dispensing and inspection technologies with Graco’s global scale and manufacturing expertise,” said Sheahan. “We look forward to building on their legacy with a shared commitment to innovation, quality and customer success.”
Valco Melton will become part of Graco’s Industrial segment. This acquisition reinforces Graco’s disciplined approach to capital allocation and M&A, driving growth by expanding its participation in attractive end markets, enhancing and leveraging its global capabilities, and adding technologies that support both original equipment and aftermarket demand.
