Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT), Cleveland, OH, has acquired Sentinel Fluid Controls, a distributor of hydraulic and lubrication components, systems and solutions. Terms of the purchase were not disclosed.

"The addition of Sentinel complements and enhances our fluid power market leadership," said Neil A. Schrimsher, Applied president & CEO. "Their experience and expert fluid power solutions enrich our comprehensive product and service offering and strengthen our geographic footprint."

Sentinel was formed in 2002 by combining the hydraulic divisions of four Midwestern fluid power distributorships. The business has locations in Toledo, OH; New Berlin, WI; Valparaiso, IN; and Indianapolis, IN. Sentinel serves a broad range of industries, including automotive and transportation, construction, food and beverage, mining, pulp and paper, and general industrial.