Point 41 Capital Partners and Management Recapitalize Safe-Way Garage Doors to Support the Company's Next Phase of Growth
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Point 41 Capital Partners and Management Recapitalize Safe-Way Garage Doors to Support the Company's Next Phase of Growth

GREENWICH, Conn., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Point 41 Capital Partners ("Point 41"), a middle-market private equity firm, today announced a partnership with Safe-Way Garage Doors, LLC ("Safe-Way" or the "Company"), acquiring the Company from CW Industrial Partners ("CWI") and partnering with management to support Safe-Way's next phase of growth. Terms of the private transaction were not disclosed.

Headquartered in Warsaw, IN, Safe-Way is a leading manufacturer and distributor of highly customizable residential and commercial overhead garage doors and related products, serving a diversified base of customers across the United States through a nationwide footprint of manufacturing facilities and distribution centers. Founded in 1959, Safe-Way has built a longstanding reputation for quality, product breadth and customization capabilities, industry-best lead times, and high-touch customer service.

"For more than 60 years, Safe-Way has earned the trust of its customers by delivering high-quality products and exceptional service," said Ted Rock, Chief Executive Officer of Safe-Way. "Our partnership with Point 41 provides us with the support and resources to build upon our strong foundation, create even greater value for our existing customers, and bring the Safe-Way value proposition to more customers across the country."

"We are excited to partner with Ted and the Safe-Way team to accelerate the Company's growth," said Aaron Wolfe, Managing Partner of Point 41. "We have been impressed by the management team's track record of execution and its clear vision for the business. We believe Safe-Way is well positioned to continue gaining market share, and we look forward to supporting the team as it deepens its presence in core markets, expands into new geographies, and broadens its product portfolio."

"Our team has significant experience investing in and growing leading building products companies, making Safe-Way a natural fit with Point 41's strategy," said Jordan Wadsworth, Managing Partner of Point 41. "The Company's customer-centric approach and strong market position create meaningful opportunities for continued growth, and we look forward to leveraging our experience and resources to support the team in realizing Safe-Way's full potential."

Safe-Way is actively seeking partnerships with leading residential and commercial overhead door manufacturers and distributors. Founders, owners, and managers are encouraged to contact Point 41 to learn more about partnering with Safe-Way.

Klehr Harrison Harvey Branzburg LLP, K&L Gates LLP, and Kirkland & Ellis LLP served as legal advisors to Point 41. William Blair & Company served as exclusive financial advisor to Point 41.

KeyBanc Capital Markets served as exclusive financial advisor to Safe-Way and Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP served as legal advisor to CWI and Safe-Way on the transaction.

About Point 41 Capital Partners

Point 41 Capital Partners is a middle-market private equity firm that partners with management teams in the specialty industrials and services sectors and invests in North American-based companies with an enterprise value between $50 million and $350 million. Point 41's ideology is built upon four key principles – team, expertise, execution, and integrity – that guide the firm's investment philosophy. In alignment with management teams, Point 41 offers 40 years of deep sector expertise and a proven approach to driving transformational growth. For more information, please visit www.point41capital.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

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Ted Rock, CEO, Safe-Way Garage Doors

Ankur Bhargava, Principal, Point 41 Capital Partners

SOURCE Point 41 Capital Partners, L.P.

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