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Sempermed Introduces SemperForce™ Black Nitrile Exam Glove
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Sempermed Global Group Expands its Worldwide Manufacturing via Acquisition of Latexx Partners
Semperit AG Holding (“Semperit”), (Bloomberg ticker: SEM:AV, Reuters: SMPV.VI) a joint venture partner of Sempermed USA Inc., announced a takeover offer for Malaysian Latexx Partners Berhad (“Latexx Partners”) (Bloomberg ticker: LTX:MK,Reuters: LATX.KL) via its wholly-owned subsidiary, Semperit Investments Asia. The objective is to acquire a majority of the company. Latexx Partners has been listed on the stock exchange in Kuala Lumpur/Malaysia since 1996 and is currently the world’s sixth largest producer of medical gloves. As one of the leading suppliers in Malaysia, Latexx Partners currently operates six highly flexible state of the art production facilities with an annual production capacity of 9 billion gloves thereof 6 billion being produced with the latest technology.
The news of the acquisition comes as the Sempermed Group commits to taking significant steps towards achieving aggressive growth targets within the context of the company’s expansion strategy. Semperit and Sempermed’s entry into the world’s most important manufacturing market for disposable gloves will enable the company to further diversify its global production activities. The planned takeover comprises a situation in which the parties perfectly complement each other strategically. The strong production base of Latexx Partners will be more effectively exploited in the future thanks to Sempermed’s well established distribution, sales and marketing network. Both companies have already been successfully cooperating in the field of nitrile gloves since the beginning of this year.
Whereas Semperit is a leading global provider of branded gloves, Latexx Partners stands out due to its flexible OEM business and its strong position in Asia and the USA, the world’s largest single use glove market. With Latexx Partners, Semperit will be able to complement our strong Sempermed brands by adding a flexible, globally leading OEM provider.
Together with Semperit’s joint venture partner in Thailand, Siam Sempermed Corporation, the annual production capacity will be increased by approximately 70% to about 20 billion examination and single use gloves, making the group one of the largest exam glove producers in the world. Working together Semperit and Latexx Partners will significantly strengthen their position among the leading glove producers in the world. The production portfolio, the product range and the customer base of both firms will increase considerably over the coming months. The transaction is expected to be closed in the 4th quarter of 2012 after approval of antitrust authorities in Austria and Germany as well as the fulfillment of other conditions to completion.
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Sempermed is a vertically integrated manufacturer that provides focused sales, marketing, and logistical support to those in need of hand protection. For more information on Sempermed or our products, contact us at Sempermed USA, Inc., 13900 49th Street North, Clearwater FL 33762, call 800-366-9545, or visit us at our website www.SempermedUSA.com.
May 6, 2014
Dear Valued Customer,
I am excited to share with you some key milestones along the path toward forming our new healthcare
company. Our new company name, which will take effect when we separate from Kimberly-Clark, is
Halyard Health. Halyard is a nautical term that refers to the line that raises the sails of a ship as it
embarks on a voyage.
In addition, we’ve announced the location of our new global headquarters, which will be in Alpharetta,
Georgia. We’re pleased at our progress toward becoming an independent company focused on
advancing the health of patients and the healthcare industry by delivering clinically-superior solutions
for preventing infection, eliminating pain and speeding recovery.
Until the spin-off occurs, which is expected sometime late in the third quarter or early in the fourth
quarter, it remains business as usual. Our teams are focused on providing the same high quality,
market-leading products, and the dedicated service and support you’ve come to expect from us over
the years as your trusted partner. You can expect more detailed information about how this impacts
you in the third quarter of this year.
Be assured we will continue to provide you with updates as we move forward on this exciting journey.
In the meantime, don’t hesitate to email any questions to KimberlyClarkHealthCareSpinOff@kcc.com.
Sincerely,
Chris Lowery
Future Chief Operating Officer, Halyard Health
With no end in sight to the coronavirus pandemic, worldwide demand for surgical gloves—as for other types of personal protective equipment—is booming, leaving manufacturers struggling to keep up.
The global PPE market—from masks, gowns and gloves, to shoes and sanitising gels—is expected to balloon from $52 billion in 2019 to $93 billion in 2027, according to German market data specialist, Statista.
And, like other such products that were previously predominantly the domain of specialist medical personnel, the surgical glove has become much sought after even by the general public.
US-based Allied Market Research estimates that the global disposable gloves market amounted to $6.8 billion in 2019, and is expected to nearly triple to $18.8 billion by 2027.
Just as worldwide shortages of masks and disinfectant gels have pushed up the prices of those products, single-use medical gloves have become increasingly difficult and costly to come by during the health crisis.
"We have health centers calling us every day trying to get their hands on gloves," said Sebastien Lenoble, director of Netherlands-based Shield Scientific, which markets gloves for medical, industrial and laboratory applications.
"These aren't our usual clients. They're coming to us because they're desperate to find gloves."
No protection?
While the World Health Organization says that wearing rubber or latex gloves in public offers little protection against infection, they are becoming an increasingly common sight in shops and public transport around the world.
"We are observing a more than threefold increase in demand for examination gloves, and demand for surgical gloves has also increased significantly," said Monika Riedel, spokeswoman for Austrian company Semperit, whose Sempermed subsidiary makes between seven and eight billion gloves every year.
Malaysia is the world's biggest maker of rubber gloves, accounting for around 60 percent of global exports.
And according to the Malaysian manufacturers' association MARGMA, worldwide demand is projected to rise from 296 billion in 2019 to 330 billion this year.
Given the surge, the industry is forecasting a shortage that is expected to last well into next year, MARGMA said.
Malaysian manufacturer Top Glove, which describes itself as the world's biggest producer of rubber gloves, said it is seeing orders for 11-12 billion a month, compared with 4.5 billion prior to the pandemic.
Clearwater, FL December 8, 2023 – HARPS Global revealed the new visual identity of the Sempermed brands at the Medica trade fair in Düsseldorf, Germany last month. For over 100 years, Sempermed has built a strong legacy within the glove industry. The new brand identity carries forward this rich heritage while modernizing and setting the tone for future market ventures in a global marketplace. The re-branding initiative is part of Sempermed’s broader strategy to enhance its market presence, reinforce its position as a leader in the disposable glove industry, and establish a strong base for future expansions beyond gloves.
Sempermed is proud to unveil the new logo, emphasizing the word “semper”, meaning “always” in Latin, reflecting our long-term focus on quality, reliability, and customer service, as well as a renewed dedication to excellence. The new, progressive logo is inspired by the infinity symbol representing our limitless purposeful creativity in exploring and developing unique solutions for our customers. The redesigned visual identity showcases a vibrant blue-green color scheme, representing the company's strong commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility through eco-friendly manufacturing practices and innovations. A striking gold accent has been incorporated, symbolizing our gold standards for excellence and the strong affiliation with our esteemed parent company, HARPS. By adopting this color scheme, Sempermed aims to convey its dedication to a greener future and its alignment with the sustainability goals of its parent company.
This bold change is much more than a logo tweak; it is a conscious departure that reinforces the company’s uniqueness, ambitions, and focus on its core values. It is a change that comes with a promise to offer best-in-class products to our customers and stay at the forefront of innovation. To deliver on that promise, starting early next year, most Sempermed examination gloves will be marketed with an AQL of 1.0. Finally, with the combined research and development expertise of HARPS and Sempermed, customers can expect a renewed focus on innovation, including the launch of six new gloves in coming months, with more to come. In less than 100 days of combined operations and rebranding, HARPS and Sempermed have proven that they are stronger together and here to stay. The new logo and visual identity will be gradually implemented across all company communications, marketing materials, and product packaging.
