Ferret Custom Roll Forming Acquires Stinson Metal Works, Expands Indiana Manufacturing
Nov 9, 2026
Acquisition supports an expected 45,000-square-foot facility expansion and approximately 15 additional skilled manufacturing positions over the next three years
Elkhart, IN (PRUnderground) November 9th, 2026
Ferret Custom Roll Forming Inc., an Indiana-based manufacturer, has acquired substantially all assets of Stinson Metal Works Inc., an Indianapolis precision machining business founded by Dwight Stinson. The purchase price was not disclosed.
The acquisition brings together Ferret's metal forming expertise and Stinson's precision machining capabilities, giving customers access to a broader range of manufacturing services while strengthening Ferret's in-house tooling and production resources.
Ferret plans to integrate Stinson Metal Works' capabilities into its Indiana manufacturing operations as part of an expected 45,000-square-foot facility expansion. The planned expansion is expected to support additional CNC machining, close-tolerance turning and milling, wire EDM, grinding, tooling and prototype production capabilities.
As part of the expansion, Ferret expects to add approximately 15 skilled manufacturing positions over the next three years, contributing to continued manufacturing job growth in Indiana and the Michiana region.
"This acquisition is an investment in the continued growth of our Indiana manufacturing operations," said Scott McMeekan, President of Ferret Custom Roll Forming. "Stinson Metal Works brings specialized capabilities and a reputation for solving difficult manufacturing problems. We look forward to bringing those capabilities to our operation, expanding our manufacturing capacity and creating additional skilled manufacturing jobs in Indiana."
Founded in 1981, Ferret currently operates from a 75,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Elkhart, Indiana. The acquisition supports its goal of bringing more manufacturing capabilities under one roof, improving control over tooling and precision components while creating opportunities to serve additional customers and markets.
Founded in 2004, Stinson Metal Works has supported customers with complex precision-machined components, prototypes and specialty production across technically demanding applications. Founder Dwight Stinson brings decades of precision manufacturing experience.
"Ferret has the means and opportunity for Stinson Metal Works to grow," said Dwight Stinson.
For existing Stinson customers, the combination provides access to a larger manufacturing operation and expanded production resources. Ferret customers gain machining, prototyping and tooling capabilities that complement the company's precision roll forming services. Together, the operations strengthen Ferret's ability to support projects from tooling and prototype development through production.
Edison Business Advisors facilitated the transaction, with Brian Hunter Hardman, CM&AP, introducing Ferret Custom Roll Forming to Stinson Metal Works and assisting both parties through negotiations, due diligence coordination and closing.
"Successful acquisitions are about finding the right strategic fit, not simply completing a transaction," said Brian Hunter Hardman of Edison Business Advisors. "Ferret and Stinson bring together complementary capabilities, creating opportunities for continued growth while building on the legacy Dwight established. We were pleased to facilitate this transaction and help both parties achieve their objectives."
About Ferret Custom Roll Forming
Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, Ferret Custom Roll Forming Inc. is a precision manufacturing and custom metal forming company serving industrial customers requiring specialized components and production solutions.
Ferret provides custom metal roll forming, punching, notching, welding, bending, and assembly.
(Pictured: Scott McMeekan, President of Ferret Custom Roll Forming)
About Stinson Metal Works
Founded in 2004 by Dwight Stinson, Stinson Metal Works built its reputation as an Indianapolis precision machining business specializing in complex, close-tolerance components, prototypes and short-run production. The company has served technically demanding applications including specialty sensors, medical equipment, motorsports, university engineering, industrial equipment and select aerospace applications.
(Pictured, from left: Brian Hunter Hardman, Edison Business Advisors, and Dwight Stinson, founder of Stinson Metal Works.)
About Edison Business Advisors
Edison Business Advisors is an M&A advisory and business brokerage firm with more than 385 completed transactions nationwide. Brian Hunter Hardman, CM&AP, specializes in advising business owners on the sale of privately held companies, with an emphasis on specialty manufacturing, precision machining, aviation, marine and industrial services. Based in Southwest Florida, Hardman works with business owners and acquirers throughout Florida, Indiana and the broader United States.
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