Graco Inc. to Acquire Valco Melton

Graco Inc. announced on May 21, 2026, that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Valco Cincinnati, Inc. (doing business as Valco Melton) for $447 million in cash. Valco Melton is a global provider of adhesive application and quality assurance systems, primarily serving the packaging and industrial manufacturing sectors. This acquisition is considered a strategic fit for Graco, expanding its capabilities in precision sealant and adhesive dispensing and complementing its existing fluid handling expertise with vision-based quality assurance systems. Valco Melton, with approximately 650 employees and operations in over 80 countries, generated approximately $145 million in revenue in 2025. The transaction is expected to close in Graco's fiscal third quarter and is anticipated to enhance Graco's presence in a growing market segment and strengthen its global reach. Valco Melton will be integrated into Graco's Industrial division. The filing also includes a cautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements related to the acquisition.