DURAN Group is an internationally leading manufacturer of special glass solutions for the laboratory and industrial glass sectors and possesses the entire value-added chain from the melting process to precision forming and working processes. The company incorporates three business segments: laboratory glass, consumer glass, and industrial glass. Standard laboratory elements such as DURAN® Erlenmeyer flasks, beakers, and bottles belong to the comprehensive range of products just as much as complex solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnological industry. DURAN industrial special glass products are used in numerous sectors such as mechanical engineering, chemistry, and medical engineering. The Duran Group is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to purchase the business of SciLabware Ltd, UK. SciLabware and Duran are committed to continuing the supply of the full range of glassware and plasticware brands, products and services to their customers. Michael Merz, Managing Director of Duran Group is quoted as saying: This acquisition will bring new strengths to the core business of our group. We are committed to the long term development of the products and of the UK manufacturing operation in the Stone area. Edward Wynn, CEO SciLabware Ltd: This development is the best possible solution for the Stone, (Staffordshire)-based business and will allow us to develop in an organisation which is one of the worlds leading laboratory glass manufacturers." The transaction is intended to be completed by the end of September 2011, subject to the completion of certain formalities.
