Alleghany Capital Corporation, a subsidiary of Alleghany Corporation, today announced that WWSC Holdings, LLC (W&W|AFCO) has acquired the Hirschfeld Industries group of companies. Headquartered in San Angelo, Texas, Hirschfeld is a leading fabricator of steel bridges and structural steel for stadiums, airports, and other large commercial and industrial projects.
Rick Cooper, President and CEO of W&W|AFCO, commented, "The acquisition of Hirschfeld brings together two great companies with long histories in the bridge and fabricated steel markets. Together, W&W|AFCO and Hirschfeld will have 14 production facilities, approximately 3.5 million square feet of manufacturing capacity, and a team of talented employees capable of executing the most demanding and complex projects."
Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP acted as legal counsel to W&W|AFCO. Cowen advised Hirschfeld on the transaction and Hunton & Williams LLP acted as legal counsel to the company.