Sandvik Completes The Acquisition Of Us Based Round Tools Manufacturer Gws Tool Group

Dec 23, 2021•over 3 years ago

Acquiring Company

Sandvik

Acquired Company

GWS Tool Group

StockholmMining

Description

Sandvik has completed the previously announced acquisition of the 100% equity interests of the US based company GWS Tool Intermediate Holdings LLC ("GWS" or the "Company") from its beneficial owners, L Squared Capital Partners and GWS management. GWS is an established and fast growing provider of made-to-order round tools with a large exposure to the general engineering and aerospace segments.

Company Information

Company

Sandvik

Location

Stockholm, Stockholm County, Sweden

About

Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. We are at the forefront of digitalization and focus on optimizing our customers’ processes. Our world-leading offering includes equipment, tools, services and digital solutions for machining, mining, rock excavation and rock processing.

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