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For more than 25 years, Span-America Medical Systems has offered the industry's most comprehensive line of specialty solutions for pressure management and patient positioning. Recognized in medical facilities throughout North America, Span-America's clinically proven product lines include PressureGuard and Geo-Mattress therapeutic mattress systems Geo-Matt overlays and seat cushions, Span+Aids patient positioners and Isch-Dish wound care seating products. These products are sold through hundreds of dealers and distributors in the United States and Canada. In 2001 Span-America obtained the exclusive rights to sell and market the Selan product line, a complete line of skin care products for the treatment and prevention of dry skin, diaper rash and pressure ulcers. The company also manufactures and markets specialty foam products for the consumer market, and custom components for industrial customers. Span-America's stock is traded on the NASDAQ stock market under the symbol SPAN. The company is based in Greenville, N.C.

A part of Starlinger Group, American Starlinger-Sahm offers laminating, coating and circular weaving services for industrial fabrics. The company provides automatic handling and doffing systems. It offers creel systems and accessories filament, spun and textured yarns. The company also provides package handling and tension devices. American Starlinger-Sahm offers specialty twisters, coilers and heavy-duty winders. The company provides laboratory extruders for polymer processing and analysis. It offers roll mills, plate presses, calendars and pelletizers. The company provides extrusion systems for strapping and extruded netting. It offers pilot lines for sheets, cast films and tapes. In addition, American Starlinger-Sahm provides optical sorting optical sorting systems for recycling and quality control processes.