3M expands PPE offering

Consumer goods manufacturer 3M has acquired PPE manufacturer Scott Safety.

3M agreed to buy the business from Johnson Controls for $2 billion, adding its range of breathing apparatus, gas detectors and other safety devices to 3M’s PPE portfolio.

Scott Safety recently reported sales of approximately $575 million for the 12 months ended 30 September 2017.

“The addition of Scott Safety’s well-regarded safety products, combined with 3M’s products, brands and global capabilities in personal protective equipment will provide a broader array of safety products and solutions, enhancing 3M’s relevance to customers worldwide,” said 3M in the announcement.

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