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AMETEK INC/ 8-K Report (Jul 22, 2004)

Filed July 22, 2004For Securities:AME

Summary

AMETEK, Inc. (AME) filed an 8-K report on July 21, 2004, to announce its financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2004. The press release, incorporated by reference, details the company's performance for the periods ending June 30, 2004. This filing provides investors with an update on the company's operational and financial condition during this period. In addition to financial results, the report highlights two significant strategic acquisitions made by AMETEK during the reporting period. These include the previously announced acquisition of Hughes-Treitler Manufacturing Corporation on July 16, 2004, and Taylor Hobson Holdings Limited on June 18, 2004. These acquisitions indicate AMETEK's commitment to growth and expansion, which are key factors for investor consideration when evaluating the company's future prospects.

Key Highlights

  • 1AMETEK announced financial results for the three and six-month periods ending June 30, 2004.
  • 2The company issued a press release on July 21, 2004, to report these financial results.
  • 3The press release also detailed the acquisition of Hughes-Treitler Manufacturing Corporation on July 16, 2004.
  • 4AMETEK also acquired Taylor Hobson Holdings Limited on June 18, 2004.
  • 5The press release content is incorporated by reference into the 8-K filing.
  • 6This filing provides an update on AMETEK's financial performance and strategic growth initiatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

This 8-K filing primarily covers the financial results for the three and six-month periods ending June 30, 2004.

The filing highlights two significant acquisitions: Hughes-Treitler Manufacturing Corporation, acquired on July 16, 2004, and Taylor Hobson Holdings Limited, acquired on June 18, 2004.

The detailed financial results and information regarding the acquisitions are contained within the press release issued by AMETEK on July 21, 2004, which is attached as Exhibit 99(a) and incorporated by reference into this 8-K filing.

The filing explicitly states that the information contained in Item 7 and Item 12, including the press release, shall not be deemed 'filed' for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor incorporated by reference in other filings, unless specifically referenced in such filings.