GRPMS and Aerovac Systems, both subsidiaries of Umeco plc, have entered into a non-exclusive agreement for GRPMS to distribute the Aerovac Systems product range in Sweden, Norway and Finland.

Aerovac Systems, part of Umeco Composites Process Materials (UCPM), operates out of facilities in the UK, Italy and France. The company specialises in the sourcing, distribution and development of composite process materials, providing the market with both single use and reusable vacuum bagging systems. The company is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of silicone based rubber constructions, including re-usable vacuum bags, pressure bags and intensifiers, using fabrication techniques and sealing systems that are recognised as the most advanced and innovative in the industry.


GRPMS, part of Umeco Composites Structural Materials (UCSM), is a leading European composites distributor and has established a strong portfolio of advanced composites products, including Advanced Composites Group's prepregs and Sigmatex' carbon fibre materials. This portfolio is been greatly enhanced by this agreement with Aerovac Systems. GRPMS provides unrivalled service in the composites distribution market, working through its highly experienced sales teams, network of distribution centres and, most recently, through its on-line presence at www.tools4grp.com.

The new relationship with Aerovac will offer composites users a comprehensive solutions provider utilising our extensive knowledge to enable our customers to produce the highest quality components in the most cost efficient manner. As part of UCSM, GRPMS customers now benefit from the significant technical support resource housed within the Group's Technology Centre in Derbyshire, UK.

For further information, please contact:

GRPMS

Telephone: +44 (0)1329 225 200

E-mail: Sales@grpms.com

Website: www.grpms.com