TekniPlex Europe, NV acquires Germany-based Top-Seals Dichtungseinlagen GmbH

October 29, 2009 - TekniPlex Europe, NV, a global, diversified manufacturer of packaging products and materials for the healthcare, consumer and food packaging industries, recently acquired Top-Seals Dichtungseinlagen GmbH, located in Gronau (Leine) Germany. The well-known company, which will now operate under the name of Top-Seals GmbH, manufactures liners, cap seals and gaskets for the closure industry. It has been in operation for 20 years and has established a solid reputation for providing precision crafted products and outstanding customer service.

Top-Seals GmbH’s products and capabilities will enhance TekniPlex Europe NV’s Tri-Seal® gasket and liner business. Belgium-based TekniPlex Europe, NV is a division of TekniPlex Inc., USA and is a supplier to the packaging, pharmaceutical and medical device markets. Its brand names include Tri-Seal, Action Technology, Natvar®, Tekni-Films and Colorite®. The TekniPlex European Business Unit has companies in Belgium, Italy and Belfast.

“TekniPlex’s recent acquisition of Top-Seals GmbH will strengthen our position as a leading, global supplier of liners and gaskets to the packaging industry,” says Paul J. Young, CEO of TekniPlex, Inc. “We believe the synergy between Top-Seals and Tri-Seal will generate growth for both companies in terms of business development, innovative technology, high quality manufacturing and excellent customer service.”

Headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, TekniPlex, Inc. is a global, diversified manufacturer of packaging products and materials for the healthcare, consumer and food packaging industries. TekniPlex has multiple locations in the U.S. and Canada, as well as international operations in China, Hong Kong, Belgium, Italy, northern Ireland, Argentina, and India. The company has built a leadership position in its core markets and focuses on vertically integrated production of highly specialized products. For more information on the capabilities of TekniPlex, visit www.tekni-plex.com or call the company at (484) 690-1520.