Littlejohn Capital, LLC ("Littlejohn Capital") has announced the acquisition of 3P Processing, a leading provider of metal processing and finishing solutions to the aerospace industry. Based in Wichita, KS, 3P Processing offers comprehensive surface metal processing and finishing services for aluminum, titanium, and steel components. The company specializes in a range of services, including masking, prime & topcoat, chemical processing, non-destructive testing, shot peening, and other ancillary solutions.
For over 50 years, 3P Processing has been a critical provider to the aerospace sector, supporting commercial, business aviation, and defense industries. The company holds multiple NADCAP certifications and boasts over 20 OEM approvals from major aerospace manufacturers, including Boeing, Gulfstream, Lockheed Martin, Sikorsky, Cessna, and Raytheon Technologies, among others.
Terry Karst, Chief Executive Officer of 3P Processing, said, "For over 50 years, 3P Processing's comprehensive in-house metal finishing solutions have helped the aerospace industry streamline complex capabilities to reduce lead times while maintaining unparalleled quality. We look forward to working with the Littlejohn team to implement the already identified multiple opportunities that will broaden market coverage and continue to grow the business."
Angus C. Littlejohn III, President of Littlejohn Capital, commented, "Customers rely on 3P Processing for their difficult-to-accomplish processing challenges due to the company's comprehensive list of approvals and certifications and focus on lead times. 3P boasts best-in-class quality metrics which has propelled it to a market-leading position and embedded, long-term customer relationships. We look forward to working with Terry and his experienced management team to continue investment that will further scale the business."
Baker Hostetler served as legal counsel to Littlejohn Capital, while KAL Capital acted as financial advisor to 3P Processing in the transaction.
This acquisition marks a significant step in Littlejohn Capital’s strategy to expand its footprint in the aerospace metal processing sector, building on 3P Processing’s strong industry position and exceptional track record of quality and customer service.
