Ward Adhesives, Inc. (www.ward-adhesives.com) is a leading national distributor of specialty adhesives for the packaging, product assembly and graphic arts markets. Headquartered in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, the company provides its customers with products, technologies and services to address a broad range of adhesive applications.

Ellipse Capital is currently seeking investment opportunities in distribution businesses across industry segments. We are particularly interested in distributors that focus on the following product categories:

• Security products
• Pest management products
• Beverages
• Industrial pipe, valves and fittings
• Medical products
• Electronic components
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning products
• Safety products