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FKI is sorting things out as it integrates its newest business. The acquisitive engineering and manufacturing group has added Logistex, a maker of automated sorting and material handling equipment, to its line of core businesses. Its other segments produce lifting equipment such as chains, hoists, and wire rope used in industries from construction to fishing; and hardware products such as window and door fittings, castors, and retail hardware items. FKI also produces electric motors and generators and measurement and control devices, primarily for the energy industry. The company sells its products worldwide. The US accounts for over half of the company's sales; the UK accounts for 25%.
COMPETITION |
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Columbus McKinnon Corporation (CMCO)
GE Industrial Products and Systems (dossier)
Linde AG (LIN)
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: March
2000 Sales (mil.): 2,121.40
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 9.9%
Employees: 15,895
Revenue per employee: $133,463.35
KEY PEOPLE |
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Robert G. Beeston
CEO
John A. Biles
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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15-19 New Fetter Ln.
London EC4A 1LY, United Kingdom
Phone: 44-20-7832-0000
Fax: 44-20-7832-0001
Online: Web Site
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