Partnering to build distinctive life sciences companies.
SilverMill invests in companies that provide materials, equipment and services used in research and production applications for bioengineering/biotechnology, food safety, in vitro diagnostics and related technologies. At SilverMill, we combine assets, strengths and shared visions with our transaction and operational expertise to expand the capabilities of these businesses and accelerate growth.
SilverMill delivers trustworthy and forward-thinking industry expertise. We are a highly focused, seasoned management team skilled at partnering with business owners to create seamless ownership transitions, develop new opportunities for existing employees and support growth through strategic investments and greater scale. How we work >
RECENT NEWS
Cleburne, TX - December 2023
SilverMill, LLC announces a new portfolio partner - Lifecycle Biotechnologies, a globally recognized provider of critical life sciences reagents and innovative custom solutions for over 40 years. Learn more >
Holtsville, NY - February 2023
SilverMill, LLC announces a new portfolio partner - Tangram Chemical, LLC (formerly Tangram Company, LLC), a manufacturer of high purity inorganics and trusted provider of custom chemical services. Learn more >
Charlotte, NC - July 2022
SilverMill, LLC announces a new portfolio partner — Barker Industries Inc., specialty manufacturer of high purity chemicals for the pharma, aerospace, R&D, and electronic industries. Learn more >
Louisville, KY – February 2022
SilverMill, LLC announces a new portfolio partner – Advanced ChemTech, a leading supplier of peptide synthesis intermediates and building blocks for use in pharma and biotech laboratories and production processes. Learn more >
Zelienople, PA - November 2020
SilverMill, LLC announces new portfolio partner - LabChem, a leading manufacturer of chemical solutions for use in laboratories and production processes. Learn more >
Laval, QC, Rockville, MD and Cambridge, United Kingdom - November 2019
SilverMill, LLC collaborates with KKR regarding sale of the Astrea Bioseparations Ltd. (formally Prometic Bioseparations Ltd.) to KKR & Co. Learn more >
“We look forward to continued collaboration with KKR to reinforce our commitment to building distinctive life sciences companies.” - Al Jurgela, Managing Member, SilverMill, LLC
Ontario, Canada - October 2019
SilverMill, LLC announces new portfolio partner - Cedarlane Laboratories, a leading provider of high quality research reagents to the life sciences community. Learn more >
Pittsburgh, PA - November 2018
SilverMill, LLC announces new portfolio partner - Burrell Reagents, a leading manufacturer and distributor of specialty laboratory chemicals, supplies and equipment. Learn more >