Leading Technology Firm Moog Inc. To Continue Curlin Infusion Pump Distribution Relationship With B. Braun Medical Inc.

Bethlehem, PA – B. Braun Medical Inc. announced today that Moog Inc., worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems, will continue, and expects to expand, its relationship with B. Braun Medical, exclusive North American distributor of Curlin Infusion Pumps. Today's news follows the recent announcement by Moog that it completed the acquisition of Curlin Medical, LLC, a manufacturer of infusion pumps, and the net assets of two affiliated companies.

"B. Braun customers will benefit from this acquisition because it brings technological advancements from Moog's cutting-edge R&D organization together with B. Braun's commitment to customer service, patient safety and workplace efficiency," said Tim Richards, Senior Vice President, Marketing, B. Braun Medical Inc. "Moog's industry experience and world-class innovation will elevate the quality and performance of Curlin Pumps – one of the industry's most reliable and efficient infusion pump systems on the market today."

In recent years, Moog, known for its work in high-performance systems that control military and commercial aircraft, satellites and space vehicles, launch vehicles, missiles, and automated industry machinery, has also supplied a variety of components to manufacturers of medical equipment. Sales of these medical products have grown significantly, and in the 2006 fiscal year, will approach $40 million. The purchase of Curlin Medical expands Moog's presence in the medical market.

"B. Braun is a global leader in medical technology and services, and our partnership with Moog enables us to access a broader range of resources worldwide, reinforcing our commitment to patients in hospitals and outpatient care settings," said Richards. "We are confident our relationship with Moog will continue the tradition of applying new technologies and innovative design features to enhance patient safety and worker productivity – a goal that seamlessly fits with B. Braun's promise to its customers."

Infusion pumps provide a controlled flow of therapeutic drugs to a patient, either in a hospital or in an outpatient setting. In recent years, infusion pump technology has advanced such that pumps now employ microprocessor controls and sophisticated software. Moog believes that its extensive background in the electronic control of fluid-flow metering devices combined with Curlin's reputation in the medical market will facilitate the continued growth of Moog's medical equipment sales.

SOURCE: B. Braun Medical Inc.