Guided by our experienced senior management team and a disciplined operating approach, TriMas intends to continue its strategy of growing our businesses through "bolt-on" acquisitions. Our focus is on acquiring companies and product lines that enhance the strengths of our existing core business platforms in our Packaging, Aerospace and Energy segments. Our intention is to: • Supplement our existing product lines • Expand our geographic coverage • Gain access to or expand additional distribution channels • Realize revenue as well as cost synergies Companies that fit our acquisition criteria will likely possess: • Demonstrated market leadership in a specific product area, niche market and/or a proprietary technology • A global orientation, or the potential to expand profitably into global markets • A proven record of consistent profitability, with operating margins in the mid-teens or better • The potential for sustainable, above-average growth and profitability • A strong leadership team, with senior management interested in remaining with the company following the transaction • A manufacturing or distribution focus Although TriMas is frequently approached with opportunities that may deviate from our core acquisition criteria, we do not acquire "turnarounds." For more information, or to contact TriMas with an acquisition candidate, please contact Bob Zalupski (VP Finance, Corporate Development and Treasurer) at (248) 631-5460 or by email @ bobzalupski@trimascorp.com.