
Location
Columbus, IN
Investment Status
Current
Investment Date
Jun 2026
Website
www.tallmanequipment.comFounded in 1952 and headquartered in Columbus, IN, Tallman is a provider of lineman tools and equipment serving the electric utility, transmission and distribution, contractor, municipal and linework markets. Tallman provides tools, equipment, services and support built around field reliability, in addition to offering rental, repair, refurbishment, testing, fabrication and other customer support services.
Add-On Acquisition Criteria
Ideal Target Characteristics
Provider of tools, equipment or services for the electric utility or related end markets
Size
Revenue
$5mm+
EBITDA
$500k+
End Markets Served
Electric Utility, Telecom, Data Center, Renewables, Underground Utility
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