News Release - The Flexitallic Group

News Release
FDS Group Becomes The Flexitallic Group
Operating Companies to Adopt Flexitallic Brand over Next 18 Months
PARIS, 14 January 2013 — FDS Group, the global leader in specialized sealing solutions and products
serving the oil and gas, power generation, chemical and petrochemical industries, has been renamed
The Flexitallic Group.
The move comes in response to the expanding global presence, recognition and value of Flexitallic, one
of the Group's premier operating companies. Over the course of the next 18 months, more operating units
will also adopt the Flexitallic master brand.
"While each operating company has its unique strengths, we're now collaborating as a global enterprise
for the increased benefit of our customers," said Remi Toledano, president and CEO of The Flexitallic
Group. "Our shared focus on developing products and solutions that deliver uncompromising safety will
be a hallmark against which the Flexitallic brand will continue to grow."
As the transition occurs, customers will experience the same high quality responsiveness, service, and
support they have come to expect from the organization. Ordering, fulfillment, and company contacts
have not changed.
For additional information, please visit FlexitallicGroup.com.
About The Flexitallic Group
Established in 2004, The Flexitallic Group (www.FlexitallicGroup.com) a global leader in specialized sealing solutions
and products serving the oil and gas, power generation, chemical and petrochemical industries in emerging and
developed markets. Its operating companies include Flexitallic, AGS Flexitallic, SIEM, Induseal, Sealex and Custom
Rubber Products. With approximately 1,200 employees, the Group’s 2012 sales were approximately $270 million
USD.
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Media Contact:
Nancy Battles, Bush Communications for The Flexitallic Group
+1-585-244-0270 or nbattles@bushcommunications.com