American Roller Acquires Nordson's XALOY DuraShell, EquaTherm Chill Roll Lines
UNION GROVE, Wis.—January 11, 2016—American Roller has expanded its product and technology offering with the acquisition of Nordson’s XALOY DuraShell and EquaTherm chill roll product lines. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.
“This strategic move enables American Roller to build on its strong industrial roller product line history and expand into additional end markets,” commented Dan Cahalane, president of American Roller. “We are committed to serving customers for these high quality product lines while employing our engineering resources to drive further product enhancements.”
American Roller has acquired Nordson’s XALOY DuraShell and EquaTherm chill roll product lines.
American Roller has assumed all quoting, engineering and manufacturing responsibility for the product lines, effective immediately.
“We’re committed to a smooth transition of these product lines to American Roller, whose expertise will drive significant value for customers over the long term,” explained Steve Purcell, Nordson vice president for polymer processing in North America. “Going forward, Nordson will continue to focus its resources on our full line of barrels, screws, pumps, screen changers, dies and other melt stream components for customers in the global polymer processing industry.”
About American Roller
American Roller is the premier engineered solutions supplier of industrial rollers used in a wide variety of manufacturing processes. With several facilities located in the United States, it services, designs, and manufactures a full range of rollers, along with specialty roller coverings and coatings. Founded in 1938, American Roller is committed to providing its valued customers ever-improving roller performance.
About Plasma Coatings
Plasma Coatings, a division of American Roller, has manufacturing facilities in the United States and China, along with international licensees around the world. It specializes in coating solutions that resist corrosion, reduce wear and provide release though the selection of a variety of thermal spray and hard facing techniques, along with advanced polymer materials and processes. Turn-key machining services and on-site coatings are also available. Plasma Coatings provides the highest level of service in quality, responsiveness and availability.
Source: American Roller.
