Mr. Fox said, "CPS and STAR are a natural combination.  The product suites, distribution, and sales channels are highly complementary.  We look forward to utilizing the Harbour Group operational resources to continue building the company in Europe, Australia and around the world."

"This acquisition strengthens our company's position as the global leader in the professional technician tools market," Paul Baldetti, President and CEO of CPS, commented.  "While CPS has a similar product under its UView brand, the acquisition of STAR solidifies our position as the global leader in automotive leak detection."

About CPS
CPS Products is a business built by technicians, for technicians.  We design Tools for the Professional Service Technician.  With the world's most comprehensive range of Leak Detection technologies, Smart Diagnostic tools, and proven Maintenance Solutions, CPS Products has been The Workingman's Choice® since 1989.

About Harbour Group
Harbour Group is a privately owned, operations focused company based in St. Louis, Mo.  Harbour Group's companies are engaged in manufacturing and distribution in multiple industries, including scientific products and lab ware, thermal management solutions, flow and energy measurement, boiler systems, professional diagnostic and repair tools, niche distribution, logistics services, abrasives, diamond-cutting products and related tools, entertainment and music products, and auxiliary plastic processing equipment.  Since its founding in 1976, Harbour Group has acquired 189 companies in 39 different industries.