Mentor OH - September 12, 2016 Avery Dennison, a global leader in labeling and packaging solutions, is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Ink Mill Corporation, a 26-employee, New Hampshire-based business, for an undisclosed purchase price. This acquisition combines Ink Mill's digital ink capabilities and technology with Avery Dennison's extensive reflective media experience and portfolio.

"This acquisition creates a marriage of our media expertise with current and next-generation ink technologies, strengthening relationships with our customers and OEM printer partners,” said Nick Tucci, VP Sales, Materials Group North America. “Adding Ink Mill to our team brings new capabilities and experience, and we’re enthusiastic about the opportunities this presents to our customers."

"We are very excited to be part of the Avery Dennison team, a global brand that is highly respected in the industry," said Stephen Mills, CEO of Ink Mill.

About Avery Dennison

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global leader in pressure-sensitive and functional materials and labeling solutions for the retail apparel market. The company’s applications and technologies are an integral part of products used in every major industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and more than 25,000 employees worldwide, Avery Dennison serves customers in the consumer packaging, graphical display, logistics, apparel, industrial and healthcare industries. Headquartered in Glendale, California, the company reported sales of $6.1 billion in 2016. Learn more at www.averydennison.com.