W L Gore & Associates to acquire Conformal Medical.

W L Gore & Associates, a global materials science company, agreed to acquire Conformal Medical, a medical device company. Financial terms are not disclosed. "The investigational CLAAS AcuFORM System represents the kind of transformative, science-driven innovation that reflects our long-term commitment to improving patient care. It is an ideal fit with our endovascular portfolio and a strong complement to our existing cardiac products. As a privately held company founded on scientific innovation, Gore continues to thoughtfully pursue opportunities and partnerships that expand our ability to improve lives through the work of all our businesses, including expanding our ability to serve clinicians and improve patient outcomes," Bret Snyder, W L Gore & Associates Board Chairman and CEO.