Trelleborg acquires manufacturer of silicone components for the medical device market


Trelleborg has, through its business area Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, signed
an agreement to acquire Specialty Silicone Fabricators Inc. (SSF), a U.S.-based
privately-owned manufacturer of high-precision silicone components for medical
technology original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). The acquired company is a
significant player in the important and high growth U.S. life sciences market,
providing Trelleborg with a strong platform for future development.

SSF is headquartered in Tustin, California, and has production facilities in
Tustin and Paso Robles, California, as well as in Elk Rapids, Michigan. Sales
amounted to approximately SEK 330 M in 2015. This bolt-on acquisition is part of
Trelleborg’s strategy to strengthen its positions in attractive market
segments.

“I am delighted to announce this acquisition. SSF is a leading player in
silicone products for the U.S. market, with a strong reputation, track record
and an attractive base of OEM customers. The acquired company differentiates
itself by focusing on advanced, challenging applications and by providing
support and value to the customer from initial design – a similar positioning
and approach to Trelleborg,” says Claus Barsøe, President of the Trelleborg
Sealing Solutions business area.

The transaction is expected to be finalized in the second quarter of 2016.
For further information, please contact:
Media: Vice President Media Relations Karin Larsson, 46 (0)410 67015, 46 (0)733
747015, karin.larsson@trelleborg.com
Investors/analysts: Vice President IR Christofer Sjögren, 46 (0)410 67068, 46
(0)708 665140, christofer.sjogren@trelleborg.com
Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions
that seal, damp and protect critical applications in demanding environments. Its
innovative engineered solutions accelerate performance for customers in a
sustainable way. The Trelleborg Group has annual sales of about SEK 30 billion
in over 40 countries. The Group comprises five business areas: Trelleborg Coated
Systems, Trelleborg Industrial Solutions, Trelleborg Offshore & Construction,
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions and Trelleborg Wheel Systems, and the operations of
Rubena and Savatech. In addition, the Trelleborg Group owns 50 percent of
Vibracoustic, the global market leader within antivibration solutions for light
and heavy vehicles. The Trelleborg share has been listed on the Stock Exchange
since 1964 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Large Cap.
www.trelleborg.com

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