October 08, 2008

Trelleborg complete acquisition of NPC Inc

Trelleborg’s acquisition of NPC Inc an American specialist in pipe seals, has been finalized. NPC Inc has approximately 100 employees and sales of SEK 110 million.

This acquisition strengthens Trelleborg’s leading position in pipe seals, primarily for newbuilding and replacement in the infrastructure market. NPC Inc. specializes in large seals for such applications as drains and manholes. NPC has its head office and production in Milford, New Hampshire, US, plus another minor production facility in the US.

Trelleborg is a global industrial group whose leading positions are based on advanced polymer technology and in depth applications know how. It develops high performance solutions that seal, damp and protect in demanding industrial environments. The Trelleborg Group had annual sales 2007 of approximately SEK 31 billion, with about 25,000 employees in 40 countries.