News / Press Releases
- Battenfeld Technologies, Inc. Comes Under New Ownership
The Potterfield Family announces that they have sold their entire interest in Battenfeld Technologies, Inc. to Clearview Capital (a private equity group based in Connecticut) and to members of Battenfeld’s existing management team.
Battenfeld Technologies Inc. is an industry leading manufacturer of shooting, reloading, gunsmithing and gun cleaning supplies. Battenfeld manufactures accessories under several popular brands including; Caldwell Shooting Supplies, Wheeler Engineering, Tipton Gun Cleaning Supplies, Lockdown Vault Accessories, Past Recoil Protection, Non-Typical Wildlife Solutions and others.
“New ownership is going to be able to take Battenfeld in new and exciting directions, helping them to continue their proud heritage of innovation and market-leading new product introductions,” says Russell Potterfield, former CEO of Battenfeld Technologies. “I’m hugely proud of what the Battenfeld team has been able to accomplish and what they will be able to accomplish as an entity outside of the Potterfield Group umbrella of companies.”
VP of Products and Marketing, Jim Gianladis, stated “We are extremely excited about the future of Battenfeld; we have always been committed to designing high quality, innovative products and look forward to continuing that legacy. We are proud to be a part of the Clearview Capital family.”
Battenfeld will continue to operate from its current facility and all contact information will stay the same. The management team and workforce will remain unchanged.
“Respecting our customer’s loyalty and making their needs top priority remains our focus; there will be absolutely no disruption to customer service or shipping,” says VP of Sales, Bob Zara.
The Potterfield Family was advised by Mesirow Financial through a team led by Andrew Carolus, Managing Director in Mesirow's Investment Banking Group. Mesirow's transaction and industry expertise proved very important in the identification and development of exit partners and ultimately in achieving a successful transaction. Legal advice was provided by Seth Katz of Sidley Austin LLP.
Media Contact: Brandon Butler, Marketing Manager, (573) 445-9200, bbutler@btibrands.com
- Frankford Arsenal Announces Ultrasonic Cleaners
Frankford Arsenal Ultrasonic Cleaners combine high-quality with affordability to deliver state of the art cleaning power for brass as well as other parts. High frequency ultrasonic agitation quickly and quietly cleans the exterior and interior of brass without a mess, even breaking down the stubborn carbon build up found in primer pockets.
- Frankford Arsenal Announces Ultrasonic Cleaners
Frankford Arsenal Ultrasonic Cleaners combine high-quality with affordability to deliver state of the art cleaning power for brass as well as other parts. High frequency ultrasonic agitation quickly and quietly cleans the exterior and interior of brass without a mess, even breaking down the stubborn carbon build up found in primer pockets.
- Wheeler Engineering develops Professional Laser Bore Sighter
Wheeler Engineering has long been recognized as an industry leading manufacturer of scope mounting tools. With the development of the Wheeler Engineering Professional Laser Bore Sighter, firearms enthusiasts can now count on Wheeler to take their optics mounting efforts one step closer to perfect shot placement.
- Wheeler Engineering releases Professional Reticle Leveling System
Wheeler Engineering is excited to announce the launch of the Professional Reticle Leveling System (PRLS).
- Caldwell® introduces Ultimate Target Stand™
User-friendly features and a durable all-weather design make Caldwell's Ultimate Target Stand a must have for shooters.
- Battenfeld Technologies® introduces Ammo Vault™
Battenfeld's brand new Frankford Arsenal Ammo Vault enhances ammo storage and transportation by combining tough, impact resistant materials with an innovative locking design.
- Caldwell® Matrix™ offers affordable versatility
Caldwell's Matrix shooting rest offers rock solid stability for an affordable price. Central to the design is the innovative, ultra rigid U-channel frame, which rapidly adjusts for length while remaining completely stable. The two piece sliding frame incorporates an open central channel with plenty of clearance for hi-capacity detachable magazines (AR-15 style firearms), as well as lever action firearms.
- Tipton® introduces innovative RAPID bore guide
The Tipton RAPID Deluxe Bore Guide Kit protects your firearms while speeding up the cleaning process. This innovative bore guide protects the chamber and bore of your rifle, makes cleaning easier by reducing rod bowing, and prevents solvent from leaking into the action.
- Fire Control Xtreme® (FCX) is newest member of Lead Sled™ family
By combining the Lead Sled's system of recoil reduction with the groundbreaking performance of the Fire Control mechanism, Battenfeld Technologies has introduced the industry's most advanced shooting platform─The Lead Sled FCX (Fire Control Xtreme).
- Caldwell’s life-size, realistic Natural Series Targets
Caldwell's cardboard-backed, life-size Natural Series Targets offer full color photographs of whitetail deer, mule deer, turkey and coyote.
- Lead Sled® Family Welcomes New Addition
Lead Sled Solo offers great features at a low cost
- Caldwell® Introduces Sturdy, Affordable Shooting Bipods
XLA™ BiPod combines solid performance with low cost
- Caldwell Announces Next-Generation Version of its Revolutionary Lead Sled Rest
Lead Sled Plus offer improvements and enhancements
- Tipton® Introduces Gun Butler™
Gun cleaning and maintenance caddy offers convenient storage and transport
- Caldwell® Expands Hearing Protection Line
Platinum G3 series is high-end choice for serious shooters
- Frankford Arsenal Ships New Precision Reloading Scale
DS-750 combines accuracy, repeatability, features and value
- Caldwell® Unveils “7-Rest”
Innovative, affordable shooting rest features unique design
- Wheeler® Engineering Offers Scope Mounting Combo Kit
New Scope Mounting Kit supports both 1" and 30mm scopes
- Caldwell Introduces Revolutionary Rifle Rests
FIRE CONTROL OFFERS ADVANCED JOY-STICK ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
- Caldwell® Introduces New Shooting Sticks
Constructed of lightweight aluminum, offering strong and convenient support for better accuracy
- Wheeler® Engineering Offers Professional Scope Mounting Kits
20-piece kit offers all-in-one package for scope mounting
- Caldwell® Introduces Moving Target System
SHOOTIN’ GALLERY™ COMBINES EXCITEMENT & CHALLENGE
- Tipton™ Offers Complete Jag and Brush Set
ULTRA JAGS & BEST BORE BRUSHES NOW AVAILABLE IN A SINGLE SET
- Caldwell® Enters Shooting Bench Category
INTRODUCING THE AFFORDABLE STABLE TABLE™
- Wheeler® Engineering Offers Professional Scope Mounting Kits
20-PIECE KIT OFFERS ALL-IN-ONE PACKAGE FOR SCOPE MOUNTING
- BATTENFELD TECHNOLOGIES LAUNCHES NEW RETAIL FRIENDLY TUMBLER AND TUMBLER KIT
- Caldwell® Introduces E-MAX™ Hearing Protection
85dB PROTECTION AVAILABLE IN TWO POPULAR PROFILES
- Caldwell® Introduces Revolutionary Rifle Rests
FIRE CONTROL™ OFFERS ADVANCED JOY-STICK ALIGNMENT SYSTEM
- Wheeler Engineering™ Announces New Torque Screwdriver
F.A.T. WRENCH™ HELPS SHOOTERS MAINTAIN THEIR GUNS LIKE PROS
- THE CALDWELL® WIND WIZARD HELPS SHOOTERS STAY ON TARGET
- Caldwell® Announces Deluxe Edition of Best-Selling Shooting Rest
LEAD SLED DFT™ REDUCES RECOIL UP TO 98%
- SHOOT TIGHTER GROUPS WITH YOUR HANDLOADS USING THE FRANKFORD ARSENAL™ ELECTRONIC CALIPERS
- FRANKFORD ARSENAL’S™ MICRO RELOADING SCALE IS ACCURATE, PORTABLE AND AFFORDABLE
- Caldwell® Announces Orange Peel™ Targets
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY SHOWS IMPACT AT GREATER DISTANCE
- Ultra Jags And Slotted Tips From Tipton™ Are The Ultimate Cleaning Accessories
