Nordson Corporation to acquire Optical Control.

Nordson Corporation, biomaterials provider has agreed to acquire Optical Control, a designer and developer of high speed, fully automatic counting systems utilizing x-ray technology. Financial terms were not disclosed. This offering will expand Nordson's Test and Inspection capabilities for electronics customers. The transaction is not material to Nordson financial results and terms of the deal were not disclosed. "Optical Control enhances Nordson's Test and Inspection capabilities adding to our Best in Class X-ray product line-up within the electronics industry. We are excited to welcome the Optical Control associates to the Nordson family. We look forward to integrating their technical expertise and further diversifying the Test and Inspection solutions we can offer our customers." Joseph Stockunas, Nordson Executive Vice President.