Canworks

Chicago – November 04, 2026 -- Mesirow served as exclusive financial advisor to Canworks, Inc. in its sale to private equity firm Mason Wells. The release did not disclose financial terms.

Canworks operates five U.S. plants printing directly on aluminum cans

Brothers Ryan and Marshall Thompson founded Canworks in 2020. The company prints directly onto aluminum cans for beverage brands, co-packers, brokers and distributors. Its customers span energy, wellness, hydration, craft beer, CBD and cannabis, ready-to-drink cocktails, seltzers, ciders and kombucha.

Canworks runs facilities in Texas, Georgia, California, Missouri and Connecticut. It sells short-run flexibility, fast turnaround times, premium graphic design and technical support.