ESCO Technologies Inc. (NYSE: ESE) (“ESCO”, or the “Company”) has announced the sale of VACCO Industries (“VACCO”) to RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC), an international manufacturer and marketer of highly engineered precision bearings and products, headquartered in Oxford, Connecticut.

Net proceeds on the transaction were approximately $275 million reflecting customary working capital adjustments attributable to operating activities since the time of the transaction announcement on May 20, 2025.

Last August, ESCO announced a strategic review of VACCO and the resulting divestiture supports ESCO’s long-term strategy to focus its portfolio on core high-growth end-markets. VACCO has been a part of ESCO since its formation in 1990 and is a key supplier of highly technical mission-critical solutions. VACCO solutions include advanced valves and controls for U.S. Navy submarines, missiles, weapon launch systems, space launch vehicles and satellites. Bryan Sayler, Chief Executive Officer and President, commented, “We view this transaction as a great outcome for all and are confident that VACCO and its dedicated management team and employees are positioned for a positive future with RBC Bearings.”

ESCO Technologies is a global provider of highly engineered products and solutions serving diverse end-markets. It manufactures filtration and fluid control products, advanced composites, as well as signature and power management solutions for aviation, navy, space, and industrial customers. ESCO is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing RF test and measurement products and systems; and provides diagnostic instruments, software and services to industrial power users and the electric utility and renewable energy industries. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, ESCO and its subsidiaries have offices and manufacturing facilities worldwide. For more information on ESCO and its subsidiaries, visit ESCO’s website at www.escotechnologies.com.

Philpott, Ball & Werner, LLC served as exclusive financial advisor to ESCO Technologies.

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