Graco Inc has completed its acquisition of Valco Melton for $447m (€385m) 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 has approximately 650 employees, serves customers in more than 80 countries and generated approximately $145m in revenue in 2025.
“With the acquisition complete, we are focused on realising 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.
