All Brands Owned by Alliance Laundry Systems

What does Alliance Laundry Systems own?
Alliance Laundry Systems owns five commercial laundry equipment brands: Speed Queen, UniMac, Huebsch, Primus, and IPSO. The company also owns Speed Queen Laundry Franchise LLC and Speed Queen Laundry Stores LLC, which operate the company's laundromat franchise and company-owned store operations. Since 2019, Alliance Laundry has acquired 17 U.S. independent distributors, bringing them under company ownership. The company operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, Czech Republic, and Belgium.

Is Alliance Laundry Systems publicly traded?
Yes, Alliance Laundry Systems trades on the New York Stock Exchange under ticker ALH. The company completed its IPO in October 2025. BDT Capital Partners, the private equity firm that acquired the company in 2014, retained a controlling stake of approximately 71.3% after the IPO. As of March 6, 2026, there were 197,944,735 shares of common stock outstanding.

Who founded Alliance Laundry Systems?
Alliance Laundry Systems' business began in 1908 in Ripon, Wisconsin, when the company introduced a hand-operated washer to the marketplace. The Speed Queen brand was established with the introduction of stainless steel wash tubs in 1938 and automatic washers and dryers in 1952. The company has operated under several corporate structures, including ownership by Raytheon Company from 1998 and acquisition by BDT Capital Partners in 2014.

Where is Alliance Laundry Systems headquartered?
Alliance Laundry Systems is headquartered in Ripon, Wisconsin, USA. The company's primary manufacturing facility is located in Ripon, where the business was founded in 1908. Additional manufacturing facilities are located in the Czech Republic and Belgium. The company's registered entity is Alliance Laundry Holdings Inc., a Delaware corporation.

How many brands does Alliance Laundry Systems own?
Alliance Laundry Systems owns five strategic brands: Speed Queen, UniMac, Huebsch, Primus, and IPSO. Each brand is positioned for different markets and customer segments. Speed Queen is the flagship brand with the highest Net Promoter Score in North America. UniMac serves value-oriented on-premise laundry customers. Huebsch is a regional brand in the American Midwest. Primus and IPSO serve international markets, primarily in Europe.

Who owns Alliance Laundry Systems?
Alliance Laundry Systems is majority-owned by BDT Capital Partners, which holds approximately 71.3% of the company's common stock through its affiliated entities including BDT Badger Holdings, LLC. Byron D. Trott, the founder of BDT Capital Partners, is the ultimate controlling person. The remaining approximately 28.7% of shares are held by public investors and company management. BDT Capital Partners acquired the company in 2014 and retained its controlling stake after the October 2025 IPO.

What is Alliance Laundry Systems' revenue?
In FY2025 (year ended December 31, 2025), Alliance Laundry Systems reported net revenue of $1.7 billion, up 13% from $1.5 billion in FY2024. Net income was $101.8 million, with a net income margin of 6.0%. Adjusted EBITDA was $436.5 million, with a record Adjusted EBITDA Margin of 25.5%. The company's 2026 guidance projects revenue growth of 5% to 7% and Adjusted EBITDA growth of 6% to 8%.

Has Alliance Laundry Systems made any recent acquisitions?
Yes, Alliance Laundry Systems has been actively acquiring independent distributors. Since 2019, the company has completed 17 U.S. distributor acquisitions. Recent acquisitions include Metropolitan Laundry Machinery Sales in New York and Super Laundry in the New York metropolitan area. These acquisitions bring Speed Queen, UniMac, and Huebsch distribution under company ownership in key markets, strengthening the company's direct sales channel.