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ATLAS COPCO
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When you hear the phrase Swedish American you probably don't think
construction and mining equipment, but maybe you should. Atlas Copco North America operates throughout the US and Canada for Swedish manufacturing
giant Atlas Copco AG. The company's business
includes manufacturing compressors and generators, construction and mining
equipment, and power tools. Its line of power tools features air assembly
tools, grinders, drills, air motors, hoists and trolleys, and related
services. Demolition equipment, rock drills, blast hole drilling rigs, and
exploration drilling tools comprise a list of its mining and construction
products.
TRW Automotive Holdings Corp.
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TRW Automotive now has Blackstone Group at the wheel. The private investment
group purchased TRW Automotive from its parent company, TRW Inc., in a deal
valued at more than $4.7 billion. Northrop Grumman, which bought TRW for its defense
assets, still holds a 10% stake in TRW Automotive. The company makes
components for automakers such as Ford (16% of sales), DaimlerChrysler (14%),
Volkswagen (14%), and General Motors (11%). Products include chassis systems
(brake, steering, and suspension systems) and safety systems such as airbags,
security electronics, and seat belts. Other products include fasteners, body
controls, and engine valves.
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