Applied Industrial Technologies has acquired Sentinel Fluid Controls, a distributor of hydraulic and lubrication components, systems and solutions. Terms of the purchase were not disclosed.
“The addition of Sentinel complements and enhances our fluid power market leadership,” said Neil A. Schrimsher, President & CEO for Applied. “Their experience and expert fluid power solutions enrich our comprehensive product and service offering and strengthen our geographic footprint.”
Established in 2002 by combining the hydraulic divisions of four Midwestern fluid power distributorships, Sentinel’s roots date back to the mid-1920s. Today, the business operates from locations in Toledo, Ohio; New Berlin, Wis.; Valparaiso, Ind.; and Indianapolis. The company’s extensive hydraulic and lubrication offering includes standard, custom, mobile and industrial systems, plus related engineering, service and repair capabilities. Sentinel serves a broad range of industries, including automotive and transportation, construction, food and beverage, mining, pulp and paper, and general industrial.
Todd A. Barlett, Applied’s VP-Acquisitions and Global Business Development, said, “We are happy to welcome Sentinel’s associates into our company and the Applied Fluid Power team, bringing together our talents and capabilities to deliver added value and additional growth opportunities.”
Headed by Warren E. (Bud) Hoffner, VP, General Manager-Fluid Power, the Applied Fluid Power network of companies lead the industry in innovative technology and engineered systems solutions.
Applied Industrial Technologies
www.applied.com
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