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Three patterns run through IDEX's acquisitions — what it looks for, how it pays, and how it folds in what it buys.
59 acquisitions — each with the deal value, financing structure, target revenue, and executive commentary where disclosed.
Leading microfiltration business specializing in the design, customization and manufacturing of sintered porous metal components and engineered solutions used in fluidic applications. Headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut. $982.0 million (cash, net of cash acquired); ~$1 billion announced.
The addition of Mott supports our strategy to deliver long-term, compounding value to our customers, employees, and shareholders, which includes targeted inorganic growth funded by strong cash flow generation.Eric D. Ashleman — Chief Executive Officer and President, IDEX
Global leader in the manufacturing of safety equipment and emergency response equipment, operating under the Akron Brass and Weldon brand names; produces a large array of engineered life-safety products including apparatus valves, monitors, nozzles, specialty lighting, electronic vehicle-control systems and firefighting hand tools. Acquired from Premier Farnell plc. $224.2 million (base purchase price).
We are pleased to announce the Akron Brass transaction, and look forward to welcoming them to the IDEX family. Akron Brass' world-class brands and presence as a premier manufacturer of firefighting equipment are an excellent strategic fit within our existing Fire Suppression platform.Andy Silvernail — Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, IDEX
Global leader in the design and manufacture of precision photonic solutions used in the Life Sciences, Research, Semiconductor, Security and Defense markets; products include specialty lasers and light sources, electro-optical components, opto-mechanical assemblies, aspheric lenses, laser mirrors, interference filters and polarizers. Acquired from Norwest Equity Partners. approximately $400 million (cash).
We are thrilled with the opportunity to add CVI to IDEX as the cornerstone to our rapidly expanding optics and photonics platform. CVI is a true leader in the field of high precision optical devices.Larry Kingsley — Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, IDEX
Leading provider of metering technology and flow monitoring services for the water and wastewater markets. Headquartered in Huntsville, Alabama, with regional sales and service offices throughout the United States and Australia. approximately $156-160 million (cash).
Provider of special purpose, severe duty pumps, valves, fittings and systems used in liquid handling; products serve agricultural and industrial applications. Based in Crawfordsville, Indiana. $184.5 million (purchase price).
Leader in the design and manufacture of vacuum degassing products for the analytical chemistry instrumentation market; primary products include miniaturized Teflon diaphragm vacuum pumps and controls, degassing chambers and transfer lines and spectrophotometer flow cells. Headquartered in New Brighton, Minnesota.
Leading provider of fluidic components and systems for the analytical, biotechnology and diagnostic instrumentation markets; operates Upchurch Scientific (Oak Harbor, WA), Sapphire Engineering (Pocasset, MA), and J. L. White (Santa Clara, CA). Acquired from KRG Capital Partners.
Manufacturer of air-moving products including compressors and vacuum pumps; IDEX purchased the common stock of Gast Manufacturing Corporation on January 21, 1998.
IDEX, through its subsidiary HPI Acquisition Corporation, purchased all outstanding common stock of Hale Products, Inc.; Hale is a leading manufacturer of fire-truck pumps and rescue equipment. approximately $90 million (includes refinancing of certain indebtedness).
Advanced optics manufacturer of laser-assisted machining, ultra-precision diamond tools and custom optics, complementary to IDEX's Optics Technologies solutions. Headquartered in Portage, Michigan. $80.4 million (cash, net of cash) plus earnout.
On July 29, 2025, the Company acquired Micro-LAM, Inc. in a stock acquisition. Micro-LAM is an advanced optics manufacturer of laser-assisted machining, ultra-precision diamond tools and custom optics that is complementary to the Company's Optics Technologies solutions.
Global leader in designing and manufacturing thin-film, multi-layer optical filters serving the laser communications, telecommunications and life sciences markets. Headquartered in Ottawa, Canada. $109.8 million (cash).
On May 19, 2023, the Company acquired Iridian Spectral Technologies in a stock acquisition. Iridian is a global leader in designing and manufacturing thin-film, multi-layer optical filters serving the laser communications, telecommunications and life sciences markets and expands the Company's array of optical technology offerings.
Designs and manufactures technical ceramics and hermetic sealing products for critical applications in the semiconductor, space and defense, industrial technology, medical technology and energy markets. Headquartered in St. Albans, Vermont, with operations in Santa Ana, California. $200.4 million (cash).
On December 14, 2023, the Company acquired STC Material Solutions in a stock acquisition. STC specializes in the design and manufacturing of technical ceramics and hermetic sealing products for critical applications in the semiconductor, space and defense, industrial technology, medical technology and energy markets.
Businesses include Envirosight, WinCan, MyTana and Pipeline Renewal Technologies; designs and creates sewer crawlers, inspection and monitoring systems and software applications that allow teams to identify, anticipate and correct wastewater system issues remotely. Headquartered in Randolph, New Jersey. $112.5 million (cash).
On February 28, 2022, the Company acquired Nexsight, LLC and its businesses Envirosight, WinCan, MyTana and Pipeline Renewal Technologies in a partial stock and partial asset acquisition. Nexsight complements and creates synergies with the Company's existing iPEK and ADS business units.
Leading manufacturer of electric valves and controllers used primarily in agricultural applications. Headquartered in Greenwood, Nebraska. $120.1 million (cash).
On May 2, 2022, the Company acquired KZ CO. (“KZValve”) in an asset acquisition. KZValve is a leading manufacturer of electric valves and controllers used primarily in agricultural applications. KZValve augments and expands IDEX's agricultural portfolio, complementing Banjo's current fluid management solutions.
Manufactures highly precise flow paths in a variety of materials that enable the movement of various liquids and gases in critical applications for medical, semiconductor, food processing, digital printing and filtration technologies. Operations in Hapert, Eerbeek and Wijchen (Netherlands), Dorset (England) and Pune (India).
On November 18, 2022, the Company acquired the stock of Muon B.V. and its subsidiaries (“Muon Group”). Muon Group manufactures highly precise flow paths in a variety of materials that enable the movement of various liquids and gases in critical applications for medical, semiconductor, food processing, digital printing and filtration technologies.
Designs and manufactures highly engineered reciprocating positive displacement pumps for end markets including mining, marine, power, water, wastewater and other general industries. Headquartered in Buchen, Germany, with operations in Madrid, Spain and Mansfield, Ohio. $106.3 million (cash).
On March 10, 2021, the Company acquired the stock of ABEL Pumps, L.P. and certain of its affiliates (“ABEL”). ABEL designs and manufactures highly engineered reciprocating positive displacement pumps for a variety of end markets, including mining, marine, power, water, wastewater and other general industries.
Designs and manufactures a wide range of highly-engineered pressure technology products, including vacuum pumps, regenerative blowers, compressor systems and valves for alternative energy, food processing, medical, packaging and transportation end markets. Headquartered in Rutherford, New Jersey, with manufacturing in Werneck, Germany and Shenzhen, China.
On June 14, 2021, the Company acquired the stock of Airtech Group, Inc., US Valve Corporation and related entities (“Airtech”). Airtech designs and manufactures a wide range of highly-engineered pressure technology products, including vacuum pumps, regenerative blowers, compressor systems and valves.
In January 2004 IDEX acquired Manfred Vetter GmbH of Zulpich, Germany, a designer and manufacturer of pneumatic lifting and sealing bags for vehicle and aircraft rescue, environmental protection, industrial maintenance, and disaster recovery and control. Vetter was operated as part of the Hale business unit.
IDEX acquired Vetter, Systec, Scivex and Dinglee for a purchase price of $44,813, $22,442, $98,553 and $4,106, respectively, with financing provided by borrowings under the Credit Facility.IDEX Corporation — 2004 Form 10-K (Exhibit 13, Note 11. Acquisitions)
In July 2004 IDEX acquired Tianjin Dinglee Machine and Motor Co., Ltd, based in Tianjin, China, a leading manufacturer of rescue tools in the Chinese rescue-tool market. Dinglee was operated as part of the Hale business unit.
IDEX acquired Vetter, Systec, Scivex and Dinglee for a purchase price of $44,813, $22,442, $98,553 and $4,106, respectively, with financing provided by borrowings under the Credit Facility.IDEX Corporation — 2004 Form 10-K (Exhibit 13, Note 11. Acquisitions)
Privately held provider of flow measurement systems that ensure custody transfer accuracy in the oil and gas industry; engineers and manufactures small volume provers. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, with operations in Houston, Texas and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. $121.2 million (cash).
On February 28, 2020, the Company acquired the membership interests of Flow Management Devices, LLC (“Flow MD”), a privately held provider of flow measurement systems that ensure custody transfer accuracy in the oil and gas industry.
Manufacturer of high quality specialty metal components and parts providing vertically integrated tool and die, metal stamping and metal finishing services. Headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. $1.9 million (cash).
On November 23, 2020, the Company acquired Qualtek Manufacturing, Inc. (“Qualtek”), a manufacturer of high quality specialty metal components and parts by providing vertically integrated tool and die, metal stamping and metal finishing services.
Velcora's operating subsidiaries Roplan (custom mechanical and shaft seals for food & beverage, marine, chemical, wastewater and water treatment) and Steridose (engineered hygienic mixers and valves for the global biopharmaceutical industry). Headquartered in Sweden with operations in China, the UK and the US.
On July 18, 2019, the Company acquired the stock of Velcora Holding AB (“Velcora”) and its operating subsidiaries, Roplan and Steridose. Roplan is a global manufacturer of custom mechanical and shaft seals; Steridose develops engineered hygienic mixers and valves for the global biopharmaceutical industry.
Technology leader in the design, development and production of low-noise cooled CCD and high-speed, high-sensitivity Scientific CMOS cameras for the astronomy and life science markets. Headquartered in Lima, New York. $23.6 million (incl. $20.2M cash + $3.4M contingent).
On July 23, 2018, the Company acquired Finger Lakes Instrumentation (“FLI”), a technology leader in the design, development and production of low-noise cooled CCD and high speed, high-sensitivity Scientific CMOS cameras for the astronomy and life science markets.
Acquisition of the intellectual property assets of Phantom Controls; operational capabilities and pump-operation technology complement IDEX's water-flow expertise of Hale, Akron Brass and Class 1. $4.0 million (cash).
On June 22, 2018, the Company acquired the intellectual property assets of Phantom Controls (“Phantom”) for cash consideration of $4.0 million. The operational capabilities and innovative pump operation of Phantom's technology complements our existing water-flow expertise of Hale, Akron Brass and Class 1.
Leader in the design, manufacture and sale of microfluidic components serving the point-of-care, veterinary and life science markets. Headquartered in Zweibrucken, Germany. $38.2 million (cash) plus $1.2M assumed debt.
On December 8, 2017, the Company acquired the stock of thinXXS Microtechnology AG (“thinXXS”), a leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of microfluidic components serving the point of care, veterinary, and life science markets.
Producer of engineered products for the safety and emergency response markets, including valves, monitors and nozzles. Headquartered in Ballendorf, Germany. $47.5 million ($42.8M EUR equivalent).
On July 1, 2016, the Company acquired the stock of AWG Fittings GmbH (“AWG Fittings”), a producer of engineered products for the safety and emergency response markets, including valves, monitors and nozzles.
Producer of highly engineered expanders and check valves for critical applications across the transportation, hydraulic, aviation and medical markets. Headquartered in Dietikon, Switzerland. $241.1 million ($215.9M EUR equivalent).
On August 31, 2016, the Company acquired the stock of SFC Koenig AG (“SFC Koenig”), a producer of highly engineered expanders and check valves for critical applications across the transportation, hydraulic, aviation and medical markets.
Leader in the design, manufacture and sale of specialty sealing solutions for use in the building products, gas control, transportation, industrial and water markets. Located in Villongo, Italy. $61.1 million ($56M EUR equivalent).
On May 29, 2015, the Company acquired the stock of Novotema, SpA (“Novotema”), a leader in the design, manufacture and sale of specialty sealing solutions.
Leader in the design, manufacture and sale of specialty valve products for use in the chemical, petro-chemical, energy and sanitary markets. Located in Casorezzo, Italy. $112.6 million ($99.8M EUR equivalent).
On June 10, 2015, the Company acquired the stock of Alfa Valvole, S.r.l (“Alfa Valvole”), a leader in the design, manufacture and sale of specialty valve products for use in the chemical, petro-chemical, energy and sanitary markets.
Leader in the design, manufacture and sale of microfluidic components serving the life science, health and industrial markets. Located in Wallingford, Connecticut. $24.2 million (incl. $19.5M cash).
On July 1, 2015, the Company acquired the membership interests of CiDRA Precision Services, LLC (“CPS”), a leader in the design, manufacture and sale of microfluidic components serving the life science, health and industrial markets.
Producer of specialty chemical processing valves for use in the chemical, petro-chemical, chlor-alkali, pharmaceutical, semiconductor and pulp/paper industries. Located in Geismar, Louisiana. approximately $25 million (cash).
On April 28, 2014, the Company acquired the stock of Aegis Flow Technologies (“Aegis”), a leader in the design, manufacture and sale of specialty chemical processing valves.
Specializes in the design and application of high integrity rotary seals, specialty bearings, and other custom products for the oil & gas, mining, power generation, and marine markets. Located in Leeds, England. approximately $22.5 million (GBP 15.0M).
On March 18, 2013, the Company acquired the stock of FTL Seals Technology, Ltd (“FTL”). FTL specializes in the design and application of high integrity rotary seals, specialty bearings, and other custom products.
Specializes in optical components and coatings for applications in scientific research, aerospace, telecommunications and electronics manufacturing. Located in Boulder, Colorado. $20.6 million (cash).
On April 11, 2012, the Company acquired the stock of Precision Photonics Corporation (“PPC”). PPC specializes in optical components and coatings for applications in the fields of scientific research, aerospace, telecommunications and electronics manufacturing.
Leader in gas-liquid separations and detection solutions for the life science, analytical instrumentation and clinical chemistry markets; products include in-line membrane vacuum degassing solutions, refractive index detectors and ozone generation systems. Located in Kawaguchi, Japan.
On April 30, 2012, the Company acquired the stock of ERC. ERC is a leader in the manufacture of gas liquid separations and detection solutions for the life science, analytical instrumentation and clinical chemistry markets.
Global leader in material processing solutions for high value powders used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, food, plastics and fine chemicals; products include the original cone valve powder discharge system and filling, mixing and packaging systems.
On July 20, 2012, the Company acquired the stock of Matcon. Matcon is a global leader in material processing solutions for high value powders used in the manufacture of pharmaceuticals, food, plastics, and fine chemicals.
Specializes in optical components and coatings for scientific research, defense, aerospace, telecommunications and electronics manufacturing; core competence in the design and manufacture of filters, splitters, reflectors and mirrors. Headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. approximately $32.0 million (cash).
On January 31, 2011, the Company acquired the membership interests of AT Films. AT Films specializes in optical components and coatings for applications in the fields of scientific research, defense, aerospace, telecommunications and electronics manufacturing.
Global leader in the design and manufacture of laboratory and commercial equipment used in the production of micro and nano scale materials for pharmaceutical and chemical markets; exclusive producer of the Microfluidizer family of high shear fluid processors.
On March 11, 2011, the Company completed the acquisition of Microfluidics. Microfluidics is a global leader in the design and manufacture of laboratory and commercial equipment used in the production of micro and nano scale materials.
Leading provider of proprietary high performance seals and advanced sealing solutions for analytical instrumentation, semiconductor/solar and process technologies; consists of the Polymer Engineering and Perlast divisions.
On April 15, 2010, the Company acquired the stock of PPE, previously referred to as Seals, Ltd, a leading provider of proprietary high performance seals and advanced sealing solutions for a diverse range of global industries.
Leading provider of mechanical and hydraulic diaphragm pumps; provides polymer blending systems and related accessories for water, waste water, oil and gas, petro-chemical and power generation markets. Headquartered in Milan, Italy. $15.4 million (cash).
On July 21, 2010, the Company acquired the stock of OBL, S.r.l. (“OBL”), a leading provider of mechanical and hydraulic diaphragm pumps.
Leading provider of peristaltic pumps for the industrial and municipal water & waste water markets; offers a complete family of peristaltic hose pumps. Headquartered in Loveland, Ohio. $4.3 million (cash).
On September 17, 2010, the Company acquired the assets of Periflo, a leading provider of peristaltic pumps for the industrial and municipal water & waste water markets.
Global leader in the design and manufacture of process technologies for the pharmaceutical, food and personal care markets; manufactures customized size reduction, roll compaction and drying systems. Headquartered in Elmhurst, Illinois. approximately $20.3 million (cash).
On November 1, 2010, the Company acquired the stock of Fitzpatrick, a global leader in the design and manufacture of process technologies for the pharmaceutical, food and personal care markets.
Provider of premium quality lined pumps, valves and control equipment for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries; corrosion-resistant fluoroplastic lined products. Headquartered in Kempen, Germany.
On October 1, 2008, the Company acquired the stock of Richter, a provider of premium quality lined pumps, valves and control equipment for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries.
Provider of systems focused on infrastructure analysis, specifically wastewater collection systems; developer of remote controlled systems for infrastructure inspection. Headquartered in Hirschegg, Austria. $44.5 million (incl. $43.1M cash).
On October 14, 2008, the Company acquired the stock of iPEK, a provider of systems focused on infrastructure analysis, specifically wastewater collection systems.
Provider of flow monitoring and underground utility surveillance services for the water and wastewater markets; enables water companies to manage distribution and sewerage networks and provides underground asset detection and mapping. Headquartered in Leeds, United Kingdom.
On October 16, 2008, the Company acquired the stock of IETG, a provider of flow monitoring and underground utility surveillance services for the water and wastewater markets.
Provider of optical filters for biotech and analytical instrumentation in the life sciences markets; produces optical filters using state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. Headquartered in Rochester, New York.
On October 20, 2008, the Company acquired the stock of Semrock, a provider of optical filters for biotech and analytical instrumentation in the life sciences markets.
Provider of nanoliter dispensing instruments for the life sciences industry; products used for assay miniaturization across High Throughput Screening, Assay Development, PCR/Sequencing and Protein Crystallography. $3.3 million (cash).
On November 14, 2008, the Company acquired the stock of Innovadyne, a provider of nanoliter dispensing instruments for the life sciences industry.
Leading provider of ultrasonic and helical turbine flow meters used in the custody transfer and control of high value fluids and gases. Headquartered in La Ferte Bernard, France. $25.9 million (incl. $24.3M cash).
On February 14, 2007, the Company acquired the stock of Faure Herman, a leading provider of ultrasonic and helical turbine flow meters used in the custody transfer and control of high value fluids and gases.
Leading provider of particle control solutions for the pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical markets; core capabilities in fine milling, emulsification and special handling of liquid and solid particulates. Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada.
On June 12, 2007, the Company acquired the assets of Quadro, a leading provider of particle control solutions for the pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical markets.
Leading developer of advanced column hardware and accessories for the High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) market; used in drug discovery and quality control for pharmaceutical and food/beverage testing. Headquartered in Hopedale, Massachusetts.
On October 18, 2007, the Company acquired the assets of Isolation Technologies, a leading developer of advanced column hardware and accessories for the High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) market.
Provides stabilization struts for collapsed buildings and vehicles, high-and-low pressure lifting bags and forcible entry tools for the fire and rescue markets. Based in British Columbia, Canada. $12.6 million (cash).
On January 12, 2006, the Company acquired the assets of Airshore International (“Airshore”), based in British Columbia, Canada. Airshore provides stabilization struts for collapsed buildings and vehicles, high-and-low pressure lifting bags and forcible entry tools for the fire and rescue markets.
Provider of low decibel, ultra quiet vacuum compressors suitable for medical, dental and laboratory applications. Based in Norresundby, Denmark. $22.4 million (incl. $15.3M cash).
On February 28, 2006, the Company acquired the stock of JUN-AIR International A/S (“JUN-AIR”), based in Norresundby, Denmark. JUN-AIR is a provider of low decibel, ultra quiet vacuum compressors suitable to medical, dental and laboratory applications.
Provider of high-precision integrated fluidics and associated engineered plastics solutions; products used in medical diagnostics, analytical instrumentation and laboratory automation. Based in Bristol, Connecticut. $92.4 million (cash).
On May 2, 2006, the Company acquired the stock of Eastern Plastics, Inc. (“Eastern Plastics”), a provider of high-precision integrated fluidics and associated engineered plastics solutions.
Leading provider of terminal automation systems used in the custody transfer and control of high-value fluids and gases; products include terminal automation hardware and software for the oil, gas and refined fuels markets. Based in Longwood, Florida. $55.0 million (purchase price).
On December 1, 2006, the Company acquired the stock of Toptech Systems, Inc. (“Toptech”), a leading provider of terminal automation systems used in the custody transfer and control of high-value fluids and gases.
Leading supplier of components and systems to the fire and rescue vehicle market; operates as part of Hale. Headquartered in Ocala, Florida.
In January 2001, IDEX acquired Class 1, Inc., headquartered in Ocala, Florida, and now is operated as part of Hale. Class 1 is a leading supplier of components and systems to the fire and rescue vehicle market.IDEX FY05 10-K — Item 1 Business description
Leading manufacturer of peristaltic metering pumps, analytical process controllers, and sample preparation systems. Headquartered near Zurich, Switzerland.
In April 2000, IDEX acquired Ismatec SA, a leading manufacturer of peristaltic metering pumps, analytical process controllers, and sample preparation systems. Headquartered near Zurich, Switzerland.IDEX FY05 10-K — Item 1 Business description
Leader in high-purity fluid handling products, including air-operated diaphragm pumps; operates as part of Micropump. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah.
In May 2000, IDEX acquired Trebor International, which also now operates as part of Micropump. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, Trebor is a leader in high-purity fluid handling products.IDEX FY05 10-K — Item 1 Business description
Leading European manufacturer of precision-designed tinting, mixing, dispensing and measuring equipment for refinishing, architectural and other coatings markets; now operates as FAST & Fluid Management Srl (Italy).
The Company acquired FAST (now FAST & Fluid Management Srl - Italy) in 1999. F&FM is a leading European manufacturer of precision-designed tinting, mixing, dispensing and measuring equipment for refinishing, architectural and other coatings markets.IDEX FY05 10-K — Item 1 Business description
In June 2003 IDEX acquired Sponsler Co., Inc., headquartered in Westminster, South Carolina, a manufacturer of precision turbine flow meters for a wide range of flow applications, including low-flow and situations involving viscosity, corrosive media, extreme temperature or hazardous materials. Sponsler was operated as part of Liquid Controls.
IDEX acquired Sponsler and Classic for a purchase price of $10,251 and $3,703, respectively, with financing provided by borrowings under the Credit Facility.IDEX Corporation — 2004 Form 10-K (Exhibit 13, Note 11. Acquisitions)
In September 2003 IDEX acquired Classic Engineering, Inc., headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida, a supplier of fully integrated pump and metering systems to chemical companies and municipal water-treatment facilities that also designs, engineers and manufactures standard and custom chemical-feed systems for the water, wastewater, chemical OEM, pulp and paper, cement and general industrial markets. Classic was operated as part of Pulsafeeder.
IDEX acquired Sponsler and Classic for a purchase price of $10,251 and $3,703, respectively, with financing provided by borrowings under the Credit Facility.IDEX Corporation — 2004 Form 10-K (Exhibit 13, Note 11. Acquisitions)