Dunlop UK establishes a bicycle tire manufacturing plant in Melbourne, Australia.
Eric Norman Ansell acquires the condom machinery from Dunlop & founded the Ansell Rubber Company.
GAMMEX® gamma-sterilized disposable surgeon’s gloves are introduced.
From 1970-1989, Ansell acquires industrial glove companies & expands production in Malaysia & USA.
Becomes the world’s largest provider of medical, household and industrial gloves in 1991. Moves HQ to the USA in 1998.
1991
From 2007-2014, Ansell acquires multiple companies leading to the addition of new glove & body protection brands and products.
Acquires BioClean® to expand Cleanroom business, divests sexual wellness, and becomes focused safety company.
Acquires RINGERS® in USA to expand industrial portfolio offering.
Strengthens position as a global leader during COVID-19 pandemic.
Generates record breaking sales of more than $2 billion and acquires company to double medical sales force presence in India.
Celebrates 130th Anniversary; launches new mission, vision and value; and moves to new customer-centric, growth-focused organizational structure.
2023
Acquires Kimtech™ Kleenguard™ and RightCycle™, strengthening portfolio breadth, capabilities, and geographic reach across Safety and Scientific verticals.
