# GracoRoberts

> GracoRoberts is a value-added distributor and formulator of specification-driven chemicals and composite materials for aerospace, defense and other advanced manufacturing markets. It combines authorized access to more than 100,000 products from over 1,000 suppliers with technical advice, custom formulation, repackaging, kitting, paint mixing, inventory programs, compliance support and a network of ecommerce sites and fulfillment centers.

- **Founded:** 1959
- **Headquarters:** Arlington, United States
- **Founders:** Ernie Roberts (Founder of legacy company E.V. Roberts)
- **Team size:** Approximately 150 employees in provided company data
- **Products:** Specialty chemical distribution, Resin Formulators, Specialty packaging, Ready-to-ship composites, Intermix paint services
- **Notable:** Created the GracoRoberts identity after Graco Supply acquired E.V. Roberts in 2019., Built a family of brands spanning GracoRoberts, Silmid, SkyGeek, Pacific Coast Composites, Resin Formulators and Sky Mart., Expanded to ten global fulfillment centers, nine in the United States and one in the United Kingdom.

## Products & services

- **Specialty chemical distribution** — Authorized distribution of aerospace adhesives, sealants, coatings, lubricants, surface treatments, cleaners, silicones and shop consumables.
- **Resin Formulators** — Custom and off-the-shelf epoxy, urethane and silicone systems supported by formulation, testing and certification capabilities.
- **Specialty packaging** — Downpacking, labeling, dispensing, kitting and point-of-use packaging intended to reduce waste and improve process accuracy.
- **Ready-to-ship composites** — Prepregs, adhesive films, fibers, fabrics and process materials, including custom cutting, slitting, kitting and short-roll quantities.
- **Intermix paint services** — Certified tinting, blending, color matching and repackaging of aerospace coatings for US customers.
- **Vendor managed inventory** — Customized stocking and replenishment programs designed to lower procurement work and material shortages.
- **Defense logistics and compliance** — End-to-end specialty-chemical supply-chain support for military operations and programs, including documentation and export-related requirements.
- **B2B ecommerce** — Online access through GracoRoberts.com, SkyGeek.com, Silmid.com and SkyMart.aero, together covering more than 100,000 products from over 1,000 suppliers.

## Achievements

- Created the GracoRoberts identity after Graco Supply acquired E.V. Roberts in 2019.
- Built a family of brands spanning GracoRoberts, Silmid, SkyGeek, Pacific Coast Composites, Resin Formulators and Sky Mart.
- Expanded to ten global fulfillment centers, nine in the United States and one in the United Kingdom.
- Offers online access to more than 100,000 products sourced from over 1,000 suppliers.
- Maintains AS9100D, AS9120B and ISO 9001:2015 quality certifications at applicable operations and reports CMMC 2.0 Level II certification.
- Completed six acquisitions over seven years through the January 2026 purchase of Sky Mart.
- Secured a strategic investment from Tinicum in July 2026 while management retained a significant interest.

## Latest updates

- **2024-01** — Silmid became an authorized distributor for AkzoNobel's full aerospace-coatings line across the UK and EMEA, effective January 1.
- **2026-01** — GracoRoberts acquired Sky Mart, adding aerospace lubricant inventory, 24/7 AOG capabilities and stronger coverage in Latin America, the Caribbean and key US hubs.
- **2026-07** — Tinicum made a strategic investment in GracoRoberts; management retained a significant interest and continued to lead the company.

## Links

- Website: https://www.gracoroberts.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gracoroberts/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/GracoRoberts
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gracoroberts/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GracoRoberts

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Last updated: 2026-08-15