- 8 November 2007 -

Cummins sells noise control subsidiary

Cummins Inc is to sell Universal Silencer Inc (USI) to the Stirling Group. USI, which currently forms part of the Cummins Filtration business, employs 230 people and provides noise and emissions technology for large diesel and turbine engines, compressors, blowers and other air movement equipment.

The newly formed Stirling Group will include other key members of USI's management team including current general manager Randy Eppli.

"The transition of ownership to the Stirling Group ensures a sale to people who have a vested interest in USI; they are in the best position to grow the business," said Pamela Carter, President, Cummins Filtration.

"We believe this is a very good day for the future of the Universal Silencer business, customers and employees," added Eppli."USI has a strong foundation in acoustics, filtration and emission control solutions for our customers, and our new investors are very supportive of investing in this foundation for the long-term growth of the business."

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