Gardner Denver, Inc. Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer

Gardner Denver, Inc. GDI today announced the appointment of Michael M. Larsen as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective October 11, 2010. Mr. Larsen succeeds Helen W. Cornell, who has served in this capacity since 2004 and previously advised the Company of her intention to retire to enable her to increase her involvement in family business matters. Mrs. Cornell will remain with the Company during a transition period, which is expected to be completed in November 2010.