RAPT Business Brokers
Case Study: Triple Point Manufacturing, Inc.
Precision CNC Machine Shop – Successfully Sold by RAPT
Overview
Triple Point Manufacturing, Inc. was a long‑established precision machine shop located in Bohemia, NY. Founded in 1984 and approved for government and defense‑related work, the company had a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and on‑time delivery. Despite its technical capability and equipment base, the business had become underutilized due to the owner’s retirement and limited sales activity.
RAPT Business Brokers was engaged exclusively to prepare the business for market, develop a comprehensive Confidential Business Review (CBR), and manage the full buyer engagement and negotiation process.
Business Background
- Industry: Precision CNC Machining
- Location: Bohemia, NY
- Founded: 1984
- Ownership: Original owner since inception
- Employees at Sale: 1 full‑time, 1 part‑time
- Facility: 4,000 sq. ft. leased industrial space
- Capabilities: CNC turning, CNC milling, manual machining, full inspection room
- Certifications: Approved QC Manual (Mil‑Std‑45208)
- Customer Base: Approved supplier for Harris EDO, Narda Microwave, and subcontractor to major defense primes
The shop historically employed up to eight machinists and generated revenues exceeding $900,000. At the time of sale, the business was operating at a reduced scale, presenting a strong upside opportunity for a motivated buyer.
Offering Summary
- Asking Price: $275,000
- Included Assets: Fully equipped CNC and manual machine shop, approx. $150,000+ in machinery, approx. $100,000 in inventory, trade name, customer lists, phone number, QC manual, and all operating assets
- Excluded Assets: Cash and accounts receivable
Seller Financing: Up to $200,000 available at 7% interest, amortized over 7 years
RAPT’s Role & Value Delivered
- Comprehensive Business Review & Positioning
Developed a detailed, professional CBR highlighting capabilities, assets, financials, and growth potential.
- Buyer Targeting & Outreach
Identified and engaged qualified buyers with machining experience or strategic expansion needs.
- Deal Structuring & Negotiation
Facilitated buyer‑seller meetings, shop tours, due diligence, and offer negotiations.
- Successful Transaction Execution
Secured a qualified buyer aligned with the business’s technical requirements and negotiated a mutually beneficial structure.
Outcome
Triple Point Manufacturing, Inc. was successfully sold, providing the retiring owner with a clean exit and the buyer with a fully equipped, government‑approved machine shop positioned for growth.
This case demonstrates RAPT’s ability to prepare high‑quality business summaries, highlight operational strengths, navigate complex transactions, and deliver successful outcomes.
Why This Matters for Future Sellers
This engagement showcases RAPT’s expertise in:
- Turning under‑optimized businesses into compelling acquisition opportunities
- Structuring deals that balance price, terms, and transition needs
- Presenting businesses in a way that resonates with serious buyers
- Managing the full lifecycle from NDA to closing
RAPT Business Brokers continues to help business owners achieve successful transitions with clarity, professionalism, and strategic execution.