Emerson Expands Global Flow Solutions Capabilities with Acquisition of Blending & Transfer Systems
Business of FMC Technologies
Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is extending its presence in advanced flow measurement and control technologies with the acquisition of the
Blending & Transfer Systems business of FMC Technologies, a leading provider of systems for lubricant, grease, fuel and
chemical blending applications within the refining and chemical industries. The Blending & Transfer Systems business will join
the flow solutions segment within Emerson Automation Solutions, complementing industry-leading brands like Micro Motion™ and DeltaV™. The combination creates a strong product and software portfolio to solve customers’
most critical blending applications in refining and chemical end markets.
“As our customers comply with increasingly demanding environmental regulations and utilize varying crude stocks to maximize
profitability, comprehensive blending systems play a vital role in the effectiveness of their operations,” said Ram Krishnan, Group
President, Flow Solutions.
“The blending systems expertise and application specific control modules brought in through this acquisition, combined with our
breadth of instruments, valves, and control systems, enable Emerson to provide customers with increased system uniformity, lower
cost and improved compatibility, all of which drive improved operating performance,” said Mike Train, Executive President,
Automation Solutions. “The acquisition of the Blending & Transfer Systems business follows our strategy to invest in assets and
technologies that expand our offerings to solve our customers’ most critical issues and best position Emerson Automation Solutions
for long-term growth,” Train continued.
Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed.
About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri (USA), is a global technology and engineering company
providing innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. Our Emerson Automation
Solutions business helps process, hybrid and discrete manufacturers maximize production, protect personnel and the environment
while optimizing their energy and operating costs. Our Emerson Commercial and Residential Solutions business helps ensure
human comfort and health, protect food quality and safety, advance energy efficiency, and create sustainable
infrastructure. For more information visit Emerson.com.
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