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  • Aesseal 500X367 Aug2021
    AESSEAL
    UK / Private Equity

    Industrial

    Overview

    AES’s mechanical seals are used in a variety of pumps and rotating equipment worldwide to prevent liquids and gases escaping into the environment. A wide range of mechanical seal types are manufactured to suit different industries and the significant investment made in modular design means that AES provides the best on-time delivery performance in the industry. The AESSEAL® range of seals, seal support systems and bearing protectors are designed to improve reliability and reduce maintenance costs of rotating equipment. The business is focused on giving customers such exceptional service that they need never consider alternative sources of supply.

    Highlights

    • Established a strong international position in many end-user markets including the most arduous Oil & Gas applications
    • Exceptional customer service based on the world's most comprehensive inventory portfolio and advanced integrated manufacturing
    • Received 13 Queen’s Awards
    • Long-standing leadership in sustainability with clear focus on Net Zero Carbon
    • AES completed the acquisition of Condition Monitoring Services (CMS) in August 2024. CMS, headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada focuses on the states of California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah & Colorado with a specialised skill set in the power generation & municipal sectors. CMS is a recognised leader in reliability and vibration monitoring services executing prevention and problem solving with machinery, foundations and structures.
    "3i has been a great partner over nearly two decades. They understand what it takes to grow a great, international business; they both support us in that mission and challenge us to be the best we can." Chris Rea, OBE Founder and Managing Director

    Regulatory information 
    This transaction involved a recommendation of 3i Investments plc.

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