Medline, a private healthcare company, agreed to acquire surgical solutions business from Ecolab, a company that develops and offers services, technology and systems that specialize in treatment, purification, cleaning and hygiene of water in a wide variety of applications. Financial terms were not disclosed. “We are pleased to have the opportunity to acquire a leading portfolio of operating room products with such a strong reputation for protecting patients and healthcare workers. With our commercial capability and focus on operational excellence, we believe that Medline is best positioned to grow this critical business and provide enhanced services to support our customers. This acquisition brings us proven innovation, expanded service offerings, and a shared legacy of highest quality products," Jim Pigott, Medline President and CEO.