The acquisition is reinforces both companies’ long-standing commitment to American manufacturing, according to a joint release.
MUNDELEIN, Ill.—Fourth-generation American manufacturer MacLean-Fogg recently acquired OMCO, reported to be the nation’s largest custom roll former, the companies announced in a joint February release.
Founded in 1925, MacLean-Fogg is a family-owned, global enterprise composed of MacLean-Fogg Component Solutions (MFCS) and Mallard Manufacturing. The company’s five primary business groups include Fastener Solutions, Engineered Solutions, Plastic Solutions, Additive Solutions, and Gravity Flow & Logistic Solutions.
OMCO, founded in 1955 by Fletcher Gleason, is a contract manufacturer that also provides proprietary solar racking systems. Headquartered in Ohio, the company serves customers across the solar, trailer and truck body, material handling, data center, and other industrial markets.
In addition to Ohio, OMCO operates facilities in Indiana, Alabama, and Arizona.
The acquisition is reported to strengthen MacLean-Fogg’s position in engineered industrial solutions, renewable energy infrastructure, and precision manufacturing, while reinforcing both companies’ long-standing commitment to American manufacturing. OMCO brings 70-plus years of engineering expertise, operational scale, and family stewardship to MacLean-Fogg’s growing industrial portfolio, the release said.
“OMCO stood out for its strong culture, technical capability, and customer-centered operating approach,” said Duncan MacLean, president and CEO of MacLean-Fogg, in the release. “This acquisition represents a highly complementary step in our strategy to thoughtfully expand and diversify into high-quality industrial markets.”
Expanding roll forming and renewable energy capabilities
In 2007, OMCO became an early entrant into the utility-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) market. Its advanced roll forming capabilities and proprietary solar racking and tracker systems are said to significantly enhance MacLean-Fogg’s ability to deliver engineered steel solutions at scale. By leveraging its roll form and metal fabrication capabilities, OMCO also provides custom contract manufactured products to a broad range of industries.
OMCO will continue operating as a distinct platform within MacLean-Fogg, maintaining its leadership structure while gaining access to shared resources in human resources, finance, IT, and environmental health and safety (EHS).
“Joining MacLean-Fogg marks an exciting new chapter for OMCO,” said Gary Schuster, OMCO’s president and CEO, in the release. “We look forward to leveraging MacLean-Fogg’s long-term perspective as we continue to grow, innovate, and serve our customers with excellence.”
As privately held, multi-generational businesses, both MacLean-Fogg and OMCO share a philosophy rooted in long-term investment, operational excellence, and strong customer partnerships.
“MacLean-Fogg’s century-long history reflects the evolution of American manufacturing—from supporting the nation’s railroads to supplying engineered components for automotive and industrial markets worldwide,” the release stated. “The company’s disciplined growth strategy has focused on solving complex engineering challenges and investing for sustainable performance.”
The addition of OMCO follows MacLean-Fogg’s 2024 acquisition of Mallard Manufacturing and reinforces a broader strategy of expanding into high-value industrial markets, the release said.
“As we enter our next 100 years, we’re building from a strong foundation,” MacLean said. “We’re investing in businesses that expand upon our capabilities and position us for long-term growth.”
According to the release, MacLean-Fogg and OMCO will continue investing in advanced manufacturing, engineering talent, and operational excellence to support customers across industrial markets.
“The acquisition underscores a shared commitment to strengthening U.S. manufacturing, supporting local communities, and delivering the precision-engineered products that keep industry moving,” the release stated.