Expands Precision Torque Capabilities in Serving Critical
Industries
KENOSHA, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov. 17, 2016--
Snap-on Incorporated (NYSE: SNA), a leading global innovator,
manufacturer and marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair
information and systems solutions for professional users performing
critical tasks, today announced that it has acquired Sturtevant Richmont
for approximately $13 million in cash. Based in Carol Stream, Illinois,
Sturtevant Richmont, with annual sales of approximately $10 million,
designs, manufactures and distributes mechanical and electronic torque
wrenches as well as wireless torque error proofing systems for a variety
of industrial applications. The acquisition of Sturtevant Richmont,
which will be part of the company’s Commercial & Industrial Group,
enhances and expands Snap-on’s capabilities in providing solutions that
address torque requirements, which are increasingly essential to
critical mechanical performance.
About Snap-on
Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and
marketer of tools, equipment, diagnostics, repair information and
systems solutions for professional users performing critical tasks.
Products and services include hand and power tools, tool storage,
diagnostics software, information and management systems, shop equipment
and other solutions for vehicle dealerships and repair centers, as well
as for customers in industries, including aviation and aerospace,
agriculture, construction, government and military, mining, natural
resources, power generation and technical education. Snap-on also
derives income from various financing programs to facilitate the sales
of its products. Products and services are sold through the company’s
franchisee, company-direct, distributor and internet channels. Founded
in 1920, Snap-on is a $3.4 billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in
Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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Commission, including the information under the “Safe Harbor” and “Risk
Factors” headings in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year
ended January 2, 2016, which are incorporated herein by reference. Snap-on
disclaims any responsibility to update any forward-looking statement
provided in this news release, except as required by law.
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