Hendrickson completes acquisition of Frauenthal Automotive leaf spring and stabilizer business

Hendrickson said it has completed its acquisition of the leaf spring and stabilizer business segments from the Frauenthal Group. The company announced an agreement to acquire the business in June 2014.

Also included in the sale are a number of Frauenthal Group subsidiaries in Europe.

“This acquisition of this business will enable us to broaden our footprint in Europe to better support our global spring customer base,” said Gary Gerstenslager, president and CEO.

Hendrickson is a global manufacturer and supplier of medium- and heavy-duty mechanical, elastomeric and air suspensions; integrated and non-integrated axle systems; auxiliary lift axle systems; parabolic and multi-leaf springs; and bumper and trim components.