KUM Co.
Acquisition in 2018
KUM Co., Ltd. is a South Korean manufacturer specializing in connectors and cable management solutions for automotive and industrial electrical applications. Founded in 1987 and based in Ulsan, the company produces a variety of products, including connectors, covers, band cables, clips, lamp connectors, boxes, and jigs. Additionally, KUM Co. manufactures injection-molded components, terminals, and products made from plastic, metal, and silicon rubber. The company is known for its expertise in providing highly engineered solutions tailored for harsh environments in the automotive sector. In August 2005, it changed its name from Korea Union Machinery Co., Ltd. and operates as a subsidiary of Aptiv PLC.
Aptiv, headquartered in Gillingham, England, is a global technology company specializing in mobility solutions. It offers a range of products and services, including electrical components and systems for vehicles, advanced safety and user experience features, and over-the-air (OTA) software lifecycle and data management services. Aptiv's customer base is diverse, with its top 10 customers accounting for 54% of revenue, none of which are dominant. The company operates in 45 countries, with 14 technical centers and various manufacturing sites and customer support centers. Aptiv's mission is to deliver software capabilities, advanced computing platforms, and networking architecture to enable safer, greener, and more connected mobility solutions.
HellermannTyton
Acquisition in 2015
HellermannTyton is a global manufacturer and supplier specializing in high-performance cable management solutions. Headquartered in the UK, it operates in 34 countries with production facilities strategically located in 12 key sites across 10 nations, ensuring proximity to its customers for improved responsiveness. The company offers a wide range of products designed for fastening, insulating, protecting, and identifying electrical cables, as well as solutions for routing and safeguarding various cable types. HellermannTyton serves multiple sectors, including telecommunications, aerospace, automotive, panel building, electronics, and defense, providing essential components such as cable ties, clamps, heat shrink tubing, and enclosures. Through its extensive global presence, the company demonstrates its commitment to delivering innovative and effective solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of its clients.