The management at HERNIS is delighted to announce that on December 30_^th. Cooper Safety completed the acquisition of HERNIS Scan Systems. HERNIS is very excited that this excellent business is now part of the Cooper family and we are convinced that our combined teams will now deliver more added value and even greater customer satisfaction. Naturally we will ensure that this is a smooth transition and that your ability to do business with Cooper HERNIS will not be impacted.

Cooper Industries is a publicly owned US Corporation and is a global electrical products manufacturer with 2009 revenues of $5.1 billion. Founded in 1833, Cooper's sustained level of success is attributable to a constant focus of innovation, evolving business practices while maintaining the highest ethical standards, and meeting customer needs. You can find more details at www.cooperindustries.com

HERNIS Scan Systems will become part of Cooper Safety, one of the seven divisions of Cooper Industries. They will ensure that it continues to grow and, also, benefit from substantial global resources, operational excellence, innovative technologies and a world class service organisation.

We thank you for your continued support as we move into this exciting new phase!