BSSI has been purchased by Linden LLC
Posted: November 7, 2007
Microflex® Corporation Acquired by Linden and Edgewater
October 31, 2007 - Reno, NV- Microflex® Corporation, a leader in the development and
marketing of disposable examination gloves, and a subsidiary of Barrier Safe Solutions
International, announced today that BSSI has been purchased by Linden LLC, and The
Edgewater Funds.
In addition to Microflex®, BSSI also owns MicroActive Corporation and FoodHandler®,
Inc. BSSI, headquartered in Reno, NV, is a leading supplier of health and safety barrier
products to the foodservice, emergency medical, dental, laboratory, automotive and
industrial markets throughout North America. With a focus on premium quality and
outstanding service, BSSI sells more than six billion disposable gloves annually under the
Microflex® and FoodHandler® brand names.
Mike Mattos, Chief Executive Officer of BSSI said, “We look forward to working
together with our new partners at Linden and Edgewater to further grow our business and
expand our infection control, food service and industrial safety platforms through
continued organic growth as well as additional acquisitions.”
About BarrierSafe Solutions International
BarrierSafe is a leading developer and marketer of branded disposable hand protection
and related products. The company offers an extensive selection of high quality
disposable gloves and other specialized products for a diverse range of growing niche
markets, including the foodservice, dental, laboratory, emergency medical services, nonacute
healthcare, automotive and general industrial segments, in which branding, quality,
innovation and features are key differentiators that drive end-user demand and loyalty.
About Linden, LLC
Linden is a Chicago-based private equity firm focused exclusively on the healthcare and
life science industries. Linden’s strategy is based upon three key elements: i) healthcare
and life science industry specialization, ii) integration of transaction and operating
expertise, and iii) focus on building strategic relationships, particularly with global
healthcare and life science companies.
About The Edgewater Funds
The Edgewater Funds is a leading private equity firm based in Chicago, Illinois. Through
15 years of experience and $1 billion in capital under management, Edgewater has
distinguished itself through successful partnerships with quality middle market
companies. Edgewater is currently investing Edgewater Growth Capital Partners II, L.P.
a $470 million equity fund. Edgewater is distinguished by the depth of experience of its
Partners who have been successful private equity investors, CEO’s and business leaders.
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