AMETEK acquires Virtek Vision International

AMETEK Inc. has acquired Virtek Vision International, a provider of advanced laser-based projection and inspection systems.

Virtek specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced 3D laser projectors, smart cameras, and quality control inspection systems, powered by artificial intelligence (AI)-driven software and algorithms. Their innovative machine vision solutions provide customers with precise, virtual laser guided measurement and inspection capabilities to help automate complex assembly processes and improve manufacturing efficiencies across a wide range of aerospace, defense and industrial applications.

"We are excited to welcome Virtek to the AMETEK family," said David A. Zapico, AMETEK chairman and CEO. "Virtek is an outstanding acquisition and an excellent strategic fit with our Creaform business. Their strong technology capabilities nicely complement Creaform’s enabling a broader suite of automated 3D scanning and inspection capabilities supported by advance software and algorithms.”

Virtek is headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada and has annual sales of approximately $40 million. Virtek will join AMETEK as part of its Electronic Instruments Group (EIG) – a leader in advanced analytical, monitoring, testing, calibrating and display instrumentation.

Founded in 1930, AMETEK has been listed on the NYSE for more than 90 years and is a component of the S&P 500.

Headquartered in Lévis, Québec, Canada, Creaform is present in more than 85 countries, through its 26 locations all around the world and a network of over a hundred distributors. Creaform is a business unit of AMETEK Inc.