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EXHIBIT 2.2
NORDSON COMPLETES PURCHASE OF EFD
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WESTLAKE, Ohio -October 30, 2000 - Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq-NDSN) today
completed the acquisition of EFD, Inc. Nordson purchased the privately held
company for $280 million.
EFD is the world's leading producer of precision, low-pressure, industrial
dispensing valves and components. The company's valve applicators are used to
dispense a variety of fluids, including solder paste, electronic coatings and
adhesives, fluxes, inks, paints, sealants, and solvents. EFD's product line is
especially well suited for the high-growth electronics and medical product
markets and complements many of Nordson's existing businesses.
Headquartered in East Providence, Rhode Island, EFD has annualized revenue
exceeding $61 million and more than 280 employees in Rhode Island, the United
Kingdom and France.
Nordson Corporation is the world's leading producer of precision dispensing
equipment. Nordson systems apply adhesives, sealants and coatings to a broad
range of consumer and industrial products during manufacturing operations,
helping customers meet quality, productivity and environmental targets. The
company also manufactures technology-based systems for curing and surface
treatment processes. Headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, Nordson has direct
operations in 31 countries and approximately 4,000 employees worldwide.
Additional information on Nordson Corporation can be found on the company's Web
site, www.nordson.com
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