Trelleborg, through its Trelleborg Sealing Solutions division, has signed an agreement and finalized the acquisition of Anderson Seal LLC, a privately owned, U.S.-based seal distributor and value-added service partner.

Linda Muroski, Trelleborg president of marketing Americas, said, “Anderson Seal’s dynamic company culture and vision complements that of Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, as well as supports its Total Value of Ownership (TVO) approach and advanced delivery program. The company’s expertise in complex assembly and best practices in kitting will continue to deliver the kind of value our customers have come to expect.”

Trelleborg Sealing Solutions says this acquisition supports the company’s growth strategy and further expands the delivery and service of seals, gaskets and custom-molded products for OEMs in industries such as automotive, hydraulic and medical/life sciences. The acquisition will significantly increase the presence for Trelleborg in the Midwestern United States and accelerate its advanced delivery services.

The acquired company has an office and warehouse in New Berlin, Wisconsin. With sales amounting to approximately $17 million in 2015, this bolt-on acquisition is part of Trelleborg’s strategy to strengthen its positions in attractive market segments, the company says.

Jennifer Hansen, president of Anderson Seal, added, “We are thrilled to be able to continue to provide exceptional services to our customers in the same manner as we have been doing over the past decade but now with the advantage and backing of a global leader.”