Based in San Jose, California, BAL is a leading manufacturer of high-quality, custom-printed components including panel overlays, pressure sensitive labels, membrane switches, bar coding labels and other custom fabricated components. Founded in 1980, BAL serves a diverse, international customer base across a range of industries. The company has built a strong reputation and loyal customer base through its industry leading turnaround times, high quality products, and exceptional customer service.

"We are delighted to bring BAL into the ITW family," said Valerie Kennedy, ITW Marking & Sealing Group President.  "We immediately saw a strong strategic fit with BAL, not only in terms of product offerings and manufacturing expertise, but also in terms of operating cultures, given BAL's loyalty and commitment to its employees and customers.  We are excited to build upon the company's history of success and leverage ITW's global presence and resources to both enhance BAL's ability to service its existing customers and help attract new customers, both domestically and abroad.”

BAL will continue to provide the same quality products and service upon which it has built its reputation over the past 26 years. Phil Farchione of Valeron Strength Films has assumed the position of General Manager.

With $16.2 billion in revenues, ITW is a multinational manufacturer of a diversified range of value-added industrial products and equipment. The Company consists of approximately 825 business units in 52 countries and employs some 60,000 people.