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Portfolio AESSEAL 1300X600

AESSEAL

  • Sector Industrial
  • Year invested 2007
  • Location UK
  • Status Current

AESSEAL designs and manufactures sealing solutions for a sustainable future. Its mechanical seals are used in a variety of pumps and rotating equipment worldwide to prevent liquids and gases escaping into the environment. 

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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.

 

How we add value

We have supported AESSEAL to establish a strong international position across a number of end-user markets, including the most arduous Oil & Gas applications. AES's success also derives from its exceptional customer service based on the world's most comprehensive inventory portfolio and advanced integrated manufacturing. The company has received 13 Queen’s Awards and holds a long-standing leadership position in sustainability with a clear focus on Net Zero Carbon. 

AES completed the acquisition of Condition Monitoring Services (CMS) in August 2024. CMS, which is headquartered in Las Vegas Nevada, focuses on the states of California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah and Colorado with a specialised skill set in the power generation and 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.