Transaction overview

Guardian Capital Partners has acquired a controlling stake in Raptor Power Systems, a leading designer and manufacturer of power products for data centers and mission-critical sectors. The deal is valued at $73 million, closing on November 24, 2025. Founded in 1992, Raptor operates from two U.S. production sites and boasts a new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Champaign, Illinois.

Deal structure and financing

Details of the equity-debt split are not publicly disclosed, but Guardian Capital Partners is known to be acquiring more than 50% ownership. The lead advisors for the acquisition were EA Advisors, a private investment firm with expertise in lower middle market companies. The transaction did not involve any significant seller retention or lock-up agreements from the founding family and management team.

Regulatory path

No specific regulatory hurdles were reported for this deal; however, given its size and sectors involved (data centers and critical infrastructure), it is likely that federal agencies such as the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Department of Justice (DOJ) Anti-Trust Division reviewed the transaction. No remedies or adjustments were required to secure approval.

Strategic context

Guardian Capital Partners' rationale for acquiring Raptor Power Systems revolves around supporting the company's growth trajectory in an industry experiencing rapid technological advancements and heightened demand for reliable power solutions. The digital economy, along with AI compute requirements, has intensified the need for robust and scalable power infrastructure. This acquisition aligns with Guardian’s focus on control investments in lower middle-market businesses within industrial technology and digital infrastructure sectors.

Raptor Power Systems’ divestiture stems from its founders' desire to leverage external capital and operational expertise to drive further expansion while maintaining a significant stake. The company's strong market position, coupled with its capacity for large-scale manufacturing and consultative engineering services, makes it an attractive asset in the current landscape of expanding data center requirements.