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3M to Sell Temporary Protective Films Business

3M recently has entered into an agreement to sell the assets of its temporary protective films business to Pregis LLC.

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September 16, 2016

3M recently announced it has entered into an agreement to sell the assets of its temporary protective films business to Pregis LLC. The business reportedly has annual global sales of approximately $50 million. Approximately 90 3M employees who primarily support 3M’s temporary protective films business in Conover, N.C., and field-based employees are expected to join Pregis following the sale of the business.

“After completing an in-depth strategic portfolio review, we decided to exit this business and focus on investing in our core adhesives, sealants, and tapes businesses,” said Ty Silberhorn, vice president and general manager, 3M Industrial Adhesives and Tapes division.

“Growth within the protective films category is very strategic to Pregis,” said Kevin Baudhuin, president and CEO, Pregis. “Purchasing 3M’s temporary protective films business allows us to accelerate our growth and bring the flexibility and high service levels of the Surface Guard protective films to a well-established customer base. The impressive manufacturing operation, R&D expertise and employee skillset makes this acquisition a welcome addition to the Pregis family. It will enable us to expand the Surface Guard protective films portfolio with new technology and provide more solutions to a larger customer base.”

The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to close during 2016. Upon completion of the sale of the business, 3M is expected to realize a small gain, which will be offset by other actions during the remainder of 2016.

For more information, visit www.3m.com or www.pregis.com.  

KEYWORDS: acquisitions adhesives in automotive adhesives in construction films

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