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Snap-on Incorporated Makes Announcement

30 December 1999

Snap-on Incorporated Makes Announcement

    KENOSHA, Wis.--Dec. 30, 1999--Snap-on Incorporated announced today that chairman, president and chief executive officer, Robert A. Cornog, underwent surgery this week and it was successful. He is expected to return to his full-time duties after a suitable recovery period. Donald S. Huml, senior vice president-finance and chief financial officer, temporarily will take on the oversight of day-to-day matters.
    Snap-on Incorporated is a leading global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool and equipment solutions for professional tool users. Product lines include hand and power tools, diagnostics and shop equipment, tool storage products, diagnostics software and other solutions for the transportation service, industrial and other commercial industries. Products are sold through its franchise dealer van, company direct sales and distributor channels. Founded in 1920, Snap-on is an S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin.