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American Capital exited its investment in Northwest Coatings, LLC in the fourth quarter of 2006.

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American Capital Invests $24 Million in Acquisition by Northwest Coatings

Bethesda, MD - February 18, 2005 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has invested $24 million in its portfolio company Northwest Coatings LLC to support an add-on acquisition and to refinance existing debt, including $10 million of American Capital senior subordinated debt. Northwest Coatings is a leading developer and manufacturer of customized specialty energy-curable and water-based coatings and adhesives serving predominantly customers in the packaging, narrow-web tag and label, printing and other industries. American Capital is providing a revolving loan facility and is investing in senior term loans, subordinated debt and equity. American Capital's total investment in Northwest Coatings is $27 million. Caltius Capital Management, the majority owner of Northwest Coatings, and company management are investing additional equity alongside American Capital. More...

American Capital Invests $12.5 Million in a Leading Specialty Coatings and Adhesives Manufacturer

Bethesda, MD - November 7, 2002 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. announced today it has invested $12.5 million in Northwest Coatings Corp., a leading developer and manufacturer of customized specialty energy-curable and water-based coatings and adhesives servicing the tag and label, packaging, printing and other industries. More...