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Rockwood acquires largest industrial Rope Access firm in North America

March 25, 2010

Rockwood Service Corporation announces the acquisition of Remote Access Technology (RAT) International.

Rockwood is a leader in inspection and testing, operating in over 20 countries and over 100 offices throughout the world through its Acuren, Sperry, and Hellier businesses. Acuren, the largest provider of nondestructive testing (NDT), inspection and materials engineering services in North America, serves major corporations across many industries including: Petrochemical, Refinery, Pipeline, Pulp & Paper, Power Generation, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, and Automotive. RAT provides turnkey industrial rope access solutions in areas such as confined spaces and difficult-to- access structures.

Through RAT, Acuren rope access capabilities now include installation, maintenance, repair, and standby rescue services. “We are very excited about the addition of RAT International to our Rockwood organization, and what it means for our clients,” stated Peter Scannell, Rockwood’s President. “We now offer a complete turnkey rope access solution, saving our clients time and money, and with no compromise to our commitment to safe, reliable service.”

For more information on Acuren:

www.acuren.com

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