Sterling Heights, MI, July 21, 2008 – FATA Automation, Inc. today announced the recent acquisition of FATA Aluminium, Inc., formally of Farmington Hills, MI. FATA Aluminium specializes in the design and manufacture of casting equipment, automated casting carousels, sand regeneration systems and Aluminium foundry equipment. “FATA Aluminium has a long history as a leader in foundry automation and process control” said Martin Wright, FATA Automation’s CEO. “The acquisition and relocation to Sterling Heights MI of FATA Aluminium provides excellent growth opportunities for both companies as well as achieving significant cost synergies in general and administrative expenses. FATA Aluminium benefits from the wide and diverse strengths of FATA Automation, with increased capacity to reach new customers, expand it’s product offerings and support the established base of existing clients and equipment”.

FATA Automation, Inc. is a global company with expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, installation and support services for material handling systems.  For more than 70 years, FATA Automation has been supporting manufacturing companies, including those in automotive, heavy equipment, engine, marine, security, electronics, pharmaceutical, white goods and food, by developing innovative solutions for manufacturing challenges.  In addition to its North American operations, FATA Automation, Inc. provides turn-key solutions for global customers under the MRB Automation name.

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