MANHATTAN BEACH, Calif.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Feb 11, 2026–

CQL Capital, a private equity firm focused on partnering with founder and family-owned businesses, today announced a strategic investment in Erie Strayer, a fourth-generation, family-owned leader in concrete batching solutions. The investment supports Erie Strayer’s long-term growth initiatives while preserving the company’s legacy, family values, leadership, and customer-first culture.

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