MINNEAPOLIS – Feb. 22, 2010 – Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI), a leading, worldwide manufacturer of filtration systems and parts, is pleased to announce that the Company has been named UAP Inc.’s (UAP) 2009 Supplier of the Year.
“We are honored to have been selected by UAP for this prestigious award,” said Joe Lehman, Vice President, Engine Aftermarket business at Donaldson Company. “This is a testament to our commitment to developing close partnerships with our Customers to better understand their specific needs throughout the supply chain – from headquarters to the end user. We greatly appreciate this recognition and look forward to continuing our long-standing relationship with UAP.”
Each year, suppliers are rated by UAP main office and regional staff on a host of criteria, including fill rate, on-time delivery, customer service responsiveness, field sales support, training and overall commitment, such as addressing competitive situations throughout the year.
Commenting on awarding Donaldson the 2009 Supplier of the Year Award, Pierre Rachiele, Vice President, Product Management at UAP said, “Donaldson has a great reputation for providing high quality filtration products and customer service in the marketplace. We consistently marked them high in all rated areas, which demonstrates their commitment to us as a supplier.”
To learn more about Donaldson filtration solutions, visit www.donaldson-filters.com or contact the company at 866-484-8350.
About UAP Inc.
UAP Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company (GPC: NYSE), is a Canadian leader in the distribution and merchandising of automotive parts and replacement accessories for cars, trucks and heavy vehicles. UAP is known for its product excellence, first quality customer service and dynamism in every region of the country. UAP has approximately 3,800 employees and a store network covering all of Canada.
About Donaldson Company
Donaldson is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems that improve people’s lives, enhance our Customers’ equipment performance, and protect our environment. We are a technology-driven company committed to satisfying our Customers’ needs for filtration solutions through innovative research and development, application expertise, and global presence. Our employees contribute to the Company’s success by supporting our Customers at our more than 100 sales, manufacturing, and distribution locations around the world.Donaldson is a member of the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 1000 indices, and our shares trade on the NYSE under the symbol DCI. Additional information is available at www.donaldson.com.
