Established near Milan in 1952, Faster is a leading manufacturer of quick-release hydraulic couplings and multi-couplings for medium- to high-pressure applications such as agricultural, construction equipment and oil&gas. Faster has around 400 employees and has a strong presence in USA and in emerging markets (mainly China, India and Brazil) and generated 2013 sales of €85 million, with an EBITDA margin of 13.4%. With the support of Capvis, Faster will further expand its international footprint and will extend its product range.