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In the medical and surgical area, 3M is a supplier of medical tapes, dressings, wound closure products, orthopedic
casting materials, electrodes and stethoscopes. In infection prevention, 3M markets a variety of surgical drapes,
masks and preps, as well as sterilization assurance equipment. Pharmaceutical products include immune response
modifiers, respiratory products and women’s health products. Other products include drug delivery systems, such as
metered-dose inhalers, transdermal skin patches and related components. Dental and orthodontic products include
restoratives, adhesives, finishing and polishing products, crowns, impression materials, preventive sealants,
professional tooth whiteners, prophylaxis and orthodontic appliances.
In health information systems, 3M develops and markets computer software for hospital coding and data
classification, as well as providing related consulting services. 3M provides microbiology products that make it faster
and easier for food processors to test the microbiological quality of food. Tape closures for disposable diapers, and
reclosable fastening systems and other diaper components, help disposable diapers fit better.
Industrial Business: The Industrial segment serves a broad range of industrial markets, from appliance and electronics
to paper and packaging and food and beverage. Products include tapes, a wide variety of coated and nonwoven
abrasives, adhesives, specialty materials and supply chain execution software solutions. The August 2005 acquisition
of CUNO, Incorporated (“CUNO”) adds a comprehensive line of filtration products for the separation, clarification
and purification of fluids and gases.
Major product lines include vinyl, polyester, foil and specialty industrial tapes and adhesives; Scotch® Masking Tape,
Scotch® Filament Tape and Scotch® Packaging Tape; packaging equipment; 3M™ VHB™ Bonding Tapes;
conductive, low surface energy, hot melt, spray and structural adhesives; reclosable fasteners; label materials for
durable goods; and coated, nonwoven and microstructured surface finishing and grinding abrasives for the industrial
market. Other products include fluoroelastomers for seals, tubes and gaskets in engines; engineering fluids; and
supply chain execution software and solutions. 3M acquired CUNO in August 2005. CUNO is engaged in the design,
manufacture and marketing of a comprehensive line of filtration products for the separation, clarification and
purification of fluids and gases. 3M and CUNO have complementary sets of filtration technologies and the
opportunity to bring an even wider range of filtration solutions to customers around the world.
Display and Graphics Business: The Display and Graphics segment serves markets that include electronic display,
touch screen, traffic safety and commercial graphics. This segment includes optical film and lens solutions for
electronic displays; touch screens and touch monitors; reflective sheeting for transportation safety; and commercial
graphics systems.
The optical film business provides films that serve numerous market segments of the display lighting industry. 3M
provides distinct products for five market segments, including products for: 1) LCD computer monitors 2) LCD
televisions 3) handheld devices such as cellular phones 4) notebook PCs and 5) automotive displays. Additional
optical products include touch screens, touch monitors and lens systems for projection televisions. In traffic safety
systems, 3M provides reflective sheetings used on highway signs, vehicle license plates, construction workzone
devices, trucks and other vehicles, and also provides pavement marking systems. 3M’s Intelligent Transportation
Systems include emergency response and transit signal priority systems, traffic monitoring systems, and driver
feedback signs. Major commercial graphic products include equipment, films, inks and related products used to
produce graphics for vehicles and signs.
Consumer and Office Business: The Consumer and Office segment serves markets that include consumer retail, office
retail, education, home improvement, building maintenance and other markets. Products in this segment include office
supply products, stationery products, construction and home improvement products, home care products, protective
material products (including consumer health care products such as bandages), and visual systems products.
Major consumer and office products include Scotch® brand products like Scotch® Magic™ Tape, Scotch® Glue
Stick and Scotch® Cushioned Mailer; Post-it® Products, such as Post-it® Flags, Post-it® Memo Pads, Post-it®
Labels, and Post-it® Pop-up Notes and Dispensers; construction and home improvement products, including
surface-preparation and wood-finishing materials and Command™ Adhesive products; home care products,
including Scotch-Brite® Scour Pads, Scotch-Brite® Scrub Sponges, Scotch-Brite® Microfiber Cloth products,
O-Cel-O™ Sponges and Scotchgard™ Fabric Protectors; protective material products, including Filtrete™ Filters
for furnaces and air conditioners, and 3M™ Nexcare™ Adhesive Bandages. Visual communication products serve
the world’s office and education markets with overhead projectors and transparency films, plus equipment and
materials for electronic and multimedia presentations.