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OC Oerlikon Corporation AG is a Swiss technology group specializing in surface solutions, manmade fibers, and drive systems. The company operates through two main segments: Surface Solutions, which provides advanced coating technologies and services, and Manmade Fibers, focused on supplying equipment and services for the production of synthetic fibers. Founded in 1906, Oerlikon is headquartered in Pfäffikon, Switzerland. The company has a global presence, with operations in over 35 countries. Its competitive strength lies in its technological expertise and innovation in providing tailored industrial solutions that enhance the performance and efficiency of its customers' products.

Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Its reporting segments are construction, resource, energy, and transportation. Market share approaches 20% across many products. Caterpillar operates a captive finance subsidiary to facilitate sales. The firm has a global reach that is approximately evenly balanced between the US and the rest of the world. Construction skews more domestic, while the other divisions are more geographically diversified. An independent network of over 150 dealers operates approximately 2,800 facilities, giving Caterpillar reach into about 190 countries for sales and support services.