Riverarch Equity Partners (“Riverarch”), together with its portfolio company Forta, LLC (“Forta”), is pleased to announce the acquisition of Helix Steel, LLC (“Helix”).

Helix Steel is a leading, innovative manufacturer of twisted steel micro reinforcement products used in a variety of concrete applications. Helix has an extensive forward-looking IP portfolio, with over 12 existing patents and numerous provisional and pending patents. Helix Micro Rebar will expand on Forta’s commitment to offering customers a wide range of products to address specific project needs.

Riverarch Equity Partners is a middle market private equity firm. Riverarch invests in market-leading companies where it can partner with management to support accelerated growth. Riverarch is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is the private equity affiliate of The PNC Financial Services Group.