Integration Group Boosts Midwest Logistics & Food-Grade Packaging with PDM Acquisition
The Integration Group (TIG), a portfolio company of Maxwell Street Capital Partners (Maxwell Street), has announced a definitive agreement to acquire PDM, a full-service packaging, warehousing, and transportation provider headquartered in Boone, Iowa. This strategic acquisition is set to strengthen TIG’s presence in the Midwest while adding specialized food-grade packaging and supply chain capabilities to its expanding portfolio.
Terry Goodman, Division President at PDM, shared his enthusiasm for the new partnership: “Joining TIG marks an exciting new chapter for PDM. Our deep expertise in custom packaging, food and feed quality systems, and specialized supply chain services has been central to our success. As part of TIG, we’re excited to scale these capabilities and deliver even greater value and expanded services to our customers.”
Founded with a focus on providing fully integrated supply chain solutions, PDM has built a reputation for excellence in food-grade packaging, warehousing, and transportation across the Midwest and North American markets. With decades of experience, PDM operates a vertically integrated model that covers every step of the supply chain—from sourcing raw materials to final delivery. Its BRC-certified food-grade facilities are capable of custom blending and filling, primary packaging of liquids and powders, private labeling, and dedicated warehousing and transportation services.
Strengthening Midwest Presence and Expanding Capabilities
The acquisition of PDM positions TIG to further its strategic objectives in several critical ways. First, it enhances TIG’s presence in the Midwest, a key logistics hub for many industries including food, agriculture, and industrial manufacturing. Second, it broadens TIG’s capabilities in BRC-certified, food-grade operations, allowing the company to offer advanced custom packaging solutions to meet the growing demand for safe, reliable, and traceable food and feed supply chains. Finally, it provides TIG with access to PDM’s dedicated transportation fleet and substantial warehousing capacity, enabling faster, more efficient distribution for its customers.
Mike Schoenfeld, Chief Executive Officer of TIG, emphasized the strategic importance of the acquisition: “With PDM’s advanced packaging operations, robust warehousing capacity, and flexible transportation services, TIG will deliver an even more complete, compliance-driven logistics experience to our customers. This acquisition enhances both our service offerings and our regional reach, positioning us to meet evolving customer needs with greater efficiency and reliability.”
The integration of PDM into TIG’s existing operations is expected to provide a seamless experience for customers, combining the strengths of both organizations. TIG’s comprehensive supply chain solutions—including supplier sourcing and management, product procurement, assembly and kitting, packaging, inventory management, order fulfillment, and returns processing—will now be enhanced by PDM’s specialized capabilities in food-grade and custom packaging.
Key Benefits for Customers
Several key benefits are anticipated from the TIG-PDM integration:
- Expanded Food-Grade Packaging Expertise: PDM’s BRC-certified facilities offer the ability to handle custom blending and filling, primary packaging of liquids and powders, and private labeling. This expertise complements TIG’s existing operations and strengthens its ability to serve clients in the food and feed industries with high-quality, compliant packaging solutions.
- Seamless Vertical Integration: The combined organization offers a fully integrated supply chain model, from sourcing raw materials to final delivery. Customers will benefit from a streamlined process that reduces complexity, improves efficiency, and enhances traceability throughout the supply chain.
- Enhanced Regional Logistics: The combination of PDM’s warehousing and transportation assets with TIG’s logistics infrastructure ensures faster, more reliable, and more flexible delivery options for customers. This enhanced regional presence is particularly valuable for businesses seeking consistent, scalable solutions in the Midwest.
- Scalable Operations: As part of TIG, PDM’s operations will be scaled to meet growing market demands, leveraging TIG’s broader resources, technology, and operational expertise. This enables both organizations to pursue long-term growth while maintaining high standards of service and quality.
Strategic Fit and Growth Potential
Evan Harwood, Managing Partner at Maxwell Street Capital Partners, highlighted the strategic alignment of the acquisition: “PDM’s infrastructure and expertise in food-grade and specialized packaging are a powerful addition to TIG’s platform. Together, these capabilities will create measurable value for customers and position the company for long-term growth. We are confident that this partnership will enhance TIG’s leadership position in the logistics and supply chain industry.”
The deal represents a continuation of Maxwell Street’s strategy to invest in companies with strong operational foundations, specialized capabilities, and growth potential. TIG’s acquisition of PDM aligns with these principles, delivering enhanced value to customers and strengthening the company’s competitive position in the market.
About The Integration Group
Headquartered in Marshalltown, Iowa, The Integration Group (TIG) is a leading provider of contract logistics and aftermarket supply chain solutions. The company serves customers across multiple sectors, including automotive, agriculture, food, and industrial equipment. TIG’s suite of value-added services is designed to optimize supply chain performance, enhance operational efficiency, and provide scalable solutions tailored to the specific needs of each client.
TIG’s core services include supplier sourcing and management, product procurement, assembly and kitting, packaging, supply-chain and inventory management solutions, order fulfillment and returns processing, and sales and marketing support. By combining these capabilities with PDM’s specialized expertise, TIG is positioned to deliver end-to-end logistics solutions that meet the evolving demands of modern supply chains.
