Eastern Metal Supply

Eastern Metal Supply

Distributes aluminum extrusions and sheet products

Overview

Eastern Metal Supply is a distributor of aluminum products, specializing in extrusions and sheet materials, with a focus on service and just-in-time delivery. The company stocks and ships aluminum products from multiple regional warehouses to meet customers’ needs in construction, marine, and outdoor applications. It strengthens its lineup by acquiring niche metal businesses (for example, marine products, hurricane shutters, and patio enclosures) to broaden offerings, a growth strategy supported by investment from Wynnchurch Capital starting in 2007. EMS now operates nearly two million square feet of warehouse and manufacturing space across its locations and aims to be a dependable regional metal distributor that grows through acquisitions while maintaining steady, reliable delivery to customers.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Eastern Metal Supply

Simplify's Rating
Why Eastern Metal Supply is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Industrial & Manufacturing

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Lake Worth Beach, Florida

Founded

1982

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What believers are saying

  • EMS bought American Metals Supply on May 21, 2026, expanding patio and industrial reach.
  • EMS won Newsweek's 2026 Midsize Workplaces award, strengthening recruiting and retention.
  • New marine and hurricane-shutter product pushes broaden wallet share beyond commodity extrusion distribution.

What critics are saying

  • Trump tariffs hit aluminum imports on April 6, 2026, squeezing EMS margins immediately.
  • EMS depends on housing, hurricane, and marine demand that softens after storm seasons.
  • Seven acquisitions since 2019 create integration risk; one bad buy breaks service quality.

What makes Eastern Metal Supply unique

  • EMS closed AMS on May 21, 2026, reaching 20-plus facilities and two million square feet.
  • Mike Swedick became CEO in 2023, preserving founder oversight through Greg Weekes' board role.
  • EMS sells aluminum across marine, shutters, patio, industrial, and residential end markets.

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Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

13%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

13%
Business Wire
May 19th, 2026
EMS Acquires American Metals Supply

EMS, a value-added distributor of aluminum products and a portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch”), today announced the acquisition of Am...

Wynnchurch Capital
May 18th, 2026
EMS acquires American Metals Supply to expand aluminium distribution reach

EMS, a value-added aluminium distributor and portfolio company of Wynnchurch Capital, has acquired American Metals Supply (AMS). Financial terms were not disclosed. Tampa-based AMS has operated for 25 years, distributing aluminium products for residential, commercial, patio and industrial applications across the United States. The acquisition expands EMS's geographic reach and capabilities across key end markets. This marks EMS's seventh acquisition since Wynnchurch purchased the company in October 2019. Headquartered in Lake Worth, Florida, EMS now operates more than 20 distribution and manufacturing facilities totalling nearly two million square feet. Kevin Gonzalez, AMS's CEO, said the company is excited to accelerate its growth trajectory with EMS. Foley & Lardner acted as legal adviser to EMS and Wynnchurch.

Eastern Metal Supply
Nov 15th, 2024
Enhance Your Boat Trailers and Lifts with Durable Aluminum Guide Poles

As part of its continued commitment to provide high-quality solutions, Easternmetal is excited to introduce its Boat Lift Guide Pole Bracket soon!

Business Wire
May 22nd, 2024
Eastern Metal Supply Invests in Eagle Metal Distributors

Eastern Metal Supply (“EMS”), one of the largest value-added distributors of aluminum products in the U.S. and a Wynnchurch Capital, L.P. (“Wynnchurch

The Fabricator
May 22nd, 2024
Eastern Metal Supply invests in Eagle Metal Distributors

Eastern Metal Supply invests in Eagle Metal Distributors.

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