Oxford Instruments

Oxford Instruments plc specializes in the research, development, manufacture, and sale of high-technology instruments, operating primarily through two segments: Analytical and Superconductivity. The Analytical segment offers measurement and fabrication tools, including handheld x-ray fluorescence analyzers for quality control, environmental monitoring, and material identification. It also provides small x-ray sources, detectors for electron microscopes, and products for semiconductor manufacturing. The Superconductivity segment supplies materials and systems for industrial and governmental clients, featuring superconducting magnets and cryogenic systems for research, as well as superconducting wire for MRI and other applications. Additionally, it maintains MRI scanners in the United States and Japan and produces high-technology pumps and refrigerators for various sectors. Oxford Instruments serves a global market, with a significant revenue base from Asia, alongside operations in Europe and North America.

Richard Tyson

CEO and Board Member

15 past transactions

WITec

Acquisition in 2021
WITec provides 3D raman imaging and correlative microscopy.

Medical Imaging Resources

Acquisition in 2015
Medical Imaging Resources is specialises in the build, lease and service of mobile medical imaging labs.

Metorex International

Acquisition in 2014
Metorex is a international supplier of advanced equipment for chemical analysis and rapid identification. It offers a wide range of products, from field portable, mobile and bench-top analyzers to on-line systems. Metorex has extensive expertise in X-Ray and Gamma-Ray detection and spectral analysis. This expertise has resulted in participation in numerous space missions. METOREX supplies field portable, mobile and bench-top XRF and OES analyzers for analysis and rapid identification of metals. Our known product trade marks are X-MET and ARC-MET. X-MET analyzers are also used in environmental research and in analyzing coating thicknesses.

Asylum Research

Acquisition in 2012
Asylum Research is a prominent company based in Santa Barbara, California, with additional subsidiaries in the UK, Germany, and Taiwan. Specializing in scanning probe microscopy (SPM) technology, it manufactures atomic force and scanning probe microscopes designed to image and characterize surface properties and structures at the atomic scale. This advanced technology delivers critical insights that facilitate research and development in various materials and bioscience applications. Asylum Research serves a diverse global clientele, including both academic and industrial sectors, reinforcing its position within the nanotechnology tools market. Its integration with Oxford Instruments enhances the overall capabilities within the industry, positioning the company as a key player in providing essential measurement techniques for nanoscale research.

Andor Technology

Acquisition in 2012
Andor Technology specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of scientific imaging equipment and photonic products. The company offers a range of advanced imaging solutions, including charge-coupled devices, electron-multiplying CCDs, scientific CMOS cameras, spectroscopy instrumentation, and microscopy systems. These products are designed to support scientific research, enabling clients to conduct routine measurements of light at the single-photon level and capture rapid events occurring in nanoseconds. Andor Technology's innovations are aimed at various applications, including cancer research, astrophysics, and clean energy exploration, making significant contributions to advancements in science and technology.

Platinum Medical Imaging

Acquisition in 2011
Platinum Medical Imaging is a United States-based company specializing in high-quality parts and services for MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) and CT (Computed Tomography) medical imaging instruments. The company focuses on providing after-market imaging equipment parts, which includes not only the supply of components but also repair services and system rebuilds. Through its expertise, Platinum Medical Imaging supports healthcare facilities in maintaining and enhancing the performance of their imaging technologies, ensuring reliable and efficient patient care.

Scienta Omicron

Acquisition in 2011
Scienta Omicron GmbH is a manufacturer of advanced analytical instrumentation solutions focused on nanotechnology research and development. The company specializes in various fields, including scanning probe microscopy systems, which encompass low temperature, variable temperature, and room temperature options, as well as large sample and compact systems. Additionally, Scienta Omicron offers a range of electron spectroscopy systems, such as X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and Auger electron spectrometers, along with thin-film deposition solutions like molecular beam epitaxy and pulsed laser deposition systems. The company also provides tailored ultra-high vacuum analysis systems, enabling customized solutions for nanoscience. Beyond product offerings, Scienta Omicron delivers field services, upgrades, training courses, spare parts, and maintenance services. Founded in 1984 and based in Taunusstein, Germany, the company was formerly known as Omicron NanoTechnology GmbH before becoming a subsidiary of Scienta Scientific AB following an acquisition.

Omniprobe

Acquisition in 2011
Omniprobe is manufactures accessories that provide nano-lab capabilities to electron and ion beam microscopes.

Tokamak Solutions

Seed Round in 2011
Tokamak Solutions UK Ltd. engages in providing technology for fusion neutron source to transmute nuclear waste. The company was founded in 2009 and is based in Abingdon, United Kingdom.

Link Analytical

Acquisition in 2008
Link Analytical is engages in the distribution and after-sales support of nano analysis equipment.

Technologies and Devices International

Acquisition in 2008
Technologies and Devices International, Inc. specializes in the development, manufacturing, and marketing of electronic components utilizing nitride semiconductor materials. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Silver Spring, Maryland, the company produces a range of products, including gallium nitride, aluminum nitride, aluminum gallium nitride, indium nitride, and indium gallium nitride epitaxial wafers on sapphire templates, as well as gallium nitride and aluminum nitride on silicon carbide templates. These products are integral to various applications, including solid-state lighting, short wavelength optoelectronics, and RF power electronics. Technologies and Devices International operates as a subsidiary of Oxford Instruments plc.

Worldwide Analytical Systems

Acquisition in 2007
Worldwide Analytical Systems is a manufacturer and international supplier specializing in arc/spark optical emission spectrometers and preparatory equipment. The company's products are designed to analyze the chemical properties of metals and include a range of mobile, portable, and stationary emission spectrometers suitable for both laboratory and industrial applications. With a focus on precision and reliability, Worldwide Analytical Systems caters to the needs of various sectors requiring detailed metal analysis.

VeriCold Technologies

Acquisition in 2007
VeriCold Technologies specializes in the manufacturing and distribution of innovative cooling solutions, primarily through its pulse tube cooler technology. The company focuses on producing cryogen-free products, which are designed to enhance efficiency in various applications. In addition to its manufacturing capabilities, VeriCold Technologies also offers quality control and research services related to its cooling technologies, including X-ray spectroscopy. Through these offerings, the company aims to deliver advanced solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients in diverse industries.

Oxford Instruments Analytical

Acquisition in 2007
Oxford Instruments Analytical is a German manufacturer and international supplier of Arc/Spark optical emission spectrometers and preparatory equipment used to analyse the chemical properties of metals. The product range covers mobile, portable and stationary emission spectrometers for laboratory and industrial applications.

HKL Technology

Acquisition in 2005
HKL Technology is a manufacturer of Electron BackScatter Diffraction (EBSD) systems.
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