Private equity firm invests in Reel Power International 

StoneTree Investment Partners, a Dallas-based private equity firm that invests in established niche manufacturing and industrial companies, has invested in Reel Power International, a manufacturer of equipment for material handling and controls, including downstream reeling, coiling and spooling solutions for the plastics industry.  

“This partnership positions Reel Power to accelerate innovation and expand capabilities for our customers,” said Joe Henry, CEO at Reel Power. “Reel Power’s collaborative approach and focus on reliability have built long-standing relationships with leading companies in the wire and cable, medical, consumer and energy industries. Together, we will strengthen that value by investing in new technologies and solutions that make our customers’ operations safer and more efficient.”  

Chris Dupré, partner at StoneTree, said, “Reel Power’s products are mission-critical because they directly impact customer performance. By enhancing Reel Power’s resources and growth initiatives, we aim to deliver even greater benefits — helping customers reduce downtime, improve safety, and increase profitability.”  

Reel Power is headquartered in Oklahoma City and also operates a manufacturing facility in Houston. In addition to plastics, it serves industrial, marine and energy markets.