Return to: Business NewsChampion Industrial Group Acquires Wilcox Goods Manufacturing to Accelerate Strategic ExpansionIllinois-based industrial group strengthens national footprint with California acquisition, signaling continued growth and consolidation strategy Machesney Park, IL 04/29/2026 — Champion Industrial Group, a Machesney Park, Illinois-based holding company, announced the acquisition of Wilcox Goods Manufacturing, a San Francisco, California-based manufacturer in the 4th quarter of 2025. The acquisition represents a key milestone in Champion Industrial Group’s ongoing expansion strategy. This strategic move reinforces Champion Industrial Group’s commitment to scaling its manufacturing capabilities, expanding its geographic reach, and strengthening its position within the industrial sector. By integrating Wilcox Goods Manufacturing into its growing portfolio of construction, manufacturing, and other type of businesses with sales between $5 million to $85 million the company aims to unlock operational efficiencies, enhance production capacity, and create new opportunities for innovation and growth. “This acquisition marks another important step in our long-term vision to build a best-in-class industrial platform,” said Robert Smith, CEO of Champion Industrial Group. “Wilcox Goods Manufacturing brings valuable expertise and capabilities that align with our mission to grow strategically while maintaining operational excellence.” The acquisition also underscores Champion Industrial Group’s active role in industry consolidation and its continued interest in partnering with and acquiring complementary businesses. The company remains focused on identifying opportunities that deliver long-term value for stakeholders, including investors, partners, and customers. For more information about Champion Industrial Group, please visit https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-smith-265285251/ CONTACT: ROBERT SMITH CHAMPION INDUSTRIAL GROUP 815-209-0025 rsaapr@outlook.com ... News Release: Champion Industrial Group Acquires Wilcox Goods Manufacturing to Accelerate Strategic Expansion Submitted on: April 30, 2026 05:44:51 AM Submitted by: Kelly Burke On behalf of: prsync.com/champion-industrial-group/champion-industrial-group-acquires-wilcox-goods-manufacturing-to-accelerate-strategic-expansion-5183270/ |