Dover to Acquire Maag Group

Acquisition to Strengthen Dover's Fluid's Position by Enhancing Technology and Increasing Global Reach

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Feb 13, 2012, 03:00 ET

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Feb. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Dover Corporation (NYSE: DOV) announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Maag Group ("Maag"). Maag, which is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, will be part of Downers Grove, Illinois based Pump Solutions Group (PSG®) within the Fluid Solutions platform of Dover's Engineered Systems segment. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Maag is a global leader in premium external gear pump technology and engineered integrated solutions for the polymer, plastic, chemical and petrochemical industries. Maag operates globally, with operations in Switzerland, Germany, the U.S., Italy, and China, as well as additional sales support offices around the world. Maag posted 2011 revenue of approximately $170 million.

"The acquisition of Maag further supports our strategic goal of deploying capital in our key growth spaces and will enhance our overall fluids position through the expansion of PSG's product portfolio and technological depth within its core markets of chemicals and petrochemicals. Consistent with other Dover businesses, Maag is a global market leader with a strong reputation as a highly engineered components manufacturer whose foundation is based on innovation and customized solutions," said Bob Livingston, Dover's President and Chief Executive Officer.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals and is expected to close at end of the first quarter of 2012. Dover expects this acquisition to be slightly dilutive to 2012 continuing earnings per share due to integration and acquisition related costs.

About Dover

Dover Corporation is a multi-billion dollar diversified global manufacturer. For over 50 years, Dover has been providing its customers with outstanding products and services that reflect the company's commitment to operational excellence, innovation and market leadership. The company focuses on innovative equipment and components, specialty systems and support services through its four major operating segments: Communication Technologies, Energy, Engineered Systems and Printing & Identification. Dover is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois and employs over 33,000 people worldwide. Dover Corporation is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV". Additional information is available on the company's website at www.dovercorporation.com.

About PSG

Dover's Pump Solutions Group (PSG®), a global leader in positive displacement pump and supporting technologies, delivers value added pumps and systems that serve customers requiring safe and efficient transfer of critical and valuable materials. PSG features world-class facilities in the U.S., France, Germany, India, and China. Additional information is available on the company's website at www.pumpsg.com.

About Maag

Maag is a global leader in highly engineered gear pumps, filtration systems and pelletizers for plastics, chemicals, petrochemical and the food industries. Maag is a complete solutions provider of specialty pumps with a reputation and focus on high quality customer driven solutions. Maag is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland with offices in Germany, US, France, Italy, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Brazil and China. Additional information is available on the company's website at www.maag.com.

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