Acquisition of Applied Thermal Control Limited by Scientific Digital Imaging

Applied Thermal Control Ltd (ATC) is pleased to announce that it is now part of the Scientific Digital Imaging (SDI) Group.

SDI is focused on the design and manufacture of scientific and technology products for use by the life science, healthcare, astronomy, consumer manufacturing and art conservation markets. SDI plans to grow through its own technology advancements as well as strategic, complementary acquisitions.  ATC provides synergy within the existing group of companies and complements the growth strategy.

Ken Ford, Chairman of Scientific Digital Imaging said “ATC represents another exciting step in our Group growth strategy. ATC is a complementary fit to the Group and provides potential areas for growth alongside a talented workforce. The acquisition is in line with our previously announced acquisition strategy and is expected to be earnings enhancing in its first full year of ownership.”

Applied Thermal Control is based in Barrow upon Soar, Leicestershire.  Founded in 1995, it has grown to employ 15 members of staff and works alongside partners in carefully selected international distributors and service agents.  ATC specialises in designing and manufacturing precision recirculation chillers and heat exchangers for use within the scientific instrument and process control markets, working in conjunction with OEM’s and end users in the UK and around the world.

This acquisition presents an opportunity for ATC to strengthen its worldwide coverage and accelerate the development of exciting new products. Collaboration with organisations within the SDI Group will provide skills and experience from other companies to extend our market presence and our service to customers.

Robert Poniatowski, Managing Director of ATC said, “this is an exciting time for ATC to join the SDI Group. The union offers an opportunity to grow the ATC brand with the support of our new SDI colleagues. We are looking to move the company ahead in technology and scope and drive the business forward.”

For further information on SDI please see their website: www.scigroup.com For any enquiries please contact ATC on 01530 839 998 or see www.app-therm.com