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Crane Co. is a diversified manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products with a substantial presence in a number of focused niche markets. With approximately 10,000 employees working together in five business segments across 25 countries, Crane generated 2009 net sales of $2.2 billion. We are dedicated to integrity and honest dealings in all that we do.

FAST FACTS

 

Financial Strength

Crane has a strong financial position, giving it the capacity to continue strategic acquisitions. At the end of 2009, cash equaled $373 million, and the ratio of net debt to total capitalization was 2.9%.

 

Global Reach

Worldwide operations in over 120 locations across 25 countries grow Economic Value Added (EVA) with top people and products, customer focus, and a common Crane Business System throughout the Company.

 

Leadership

Our businesses have leading market shares in focused niche markets and seek to produce high returns and excess cash flow.

 

OUR HISTORY OUR VALUES

The best of what
we do today recalls
the excitement and
spirit of innovation
at the founding of
the Company on the
4th of July, 1855.
 
Our founder, R.T. Crane, wrote and spoke extensively
about the importance of business ethics and values,
the confidence and goodwill they engender among
employees and customers, and the competitive
advantage that can be obtained by taking the high
road. Today, his words continue to drive our business
philosophy and serve as a benchmark by which we
measure performance. 
 

 

NEWS & FEATURES

 

Crane Co. Fourth Quarter 2009 Earnings  Analyst Conference Call

January 26, 2010
at 10:00 AM ET

 

Crane Co. 2010 Investor Conference

February 18, 2010
at 8:30 AM ET

 

 

 

 

 

 

2009 Annual Report