Loan Sourcing for Manufacturing Buyout

I’m in the early stages of acquiring a metal-, machinery-, or industrial parts–focused manufacturing company. I’m comparing several targets right now, so purchase price and exact deal structure will shift as negotiations progress. My biggest obstacle is credit: my personal score is below traditional bank thresholds, yet the businesses I’m assessing generate solid cash flow and hold tangible equipment that could serve as collateral. I’d like a finance specialist who already knows non-traditional, asset-based, SBA 7(a) lenders, specialty finance groups, and private credit funds that are willing to look past a low score when the underlying business is strong. What I need from you • A curated, up-to-date list of lenders actively funding manufacturing acquisitions for borrowers with challenged credit, including direct contact information and basic term snapshots. • Clear guidance on what each lender will expect—minimum EBITDA, collateral coverage, down-payment ratios, personal guarantees, and any credit-repair steps that will improve approval odds. • A straightforward comparison matrix so I can see which option aligns best with the different target businesses I’m evaluating. If you’ve successfully placed similar deals or maintain lender relationships in the metal or industrial manufacturing space, that background will stand out.