AMETEK, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices, has announced the acquisition of United Electronic Industries (UEI). UEI specializes in providing data acquisition and control solutions primarily for the aerospace, defense, energy, and semiconductor industries.
UEI is known for designing and manufacturing high-performance solutions for test, measurement, simulation, and control applications. These solutions enable customers to build systems that are not only smart but also reliable, flexible, and rugged, making them suitable for mission-critical applications. Some of these applications include flight simulation and training, machine health and usage monitoring, and automated testing.
David A. Zapico, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of AMETEK, expressed excitement about the acquisition, emphasizing that UEI is a strong strategic fit with AMETEK’s Power Systems and Instruments Division. He believes that UEI’s innovative solutions will complement AMETEK’s existing testing and data acquisition expertise, expanding their presence in attractive market segments and applications.
UEI, headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts, has approximately $35 million in annual sales. The acquisition will bring UEI into the fold of AMETEK’s Electronic Instruments Group (EIG), which is a leader in advanced analytical, monitoring, testing, calibrating, and display instrumentation.
This acquisition highlights AMETEK’s commitment to expanding its portfolio of advanced instrumentation and solutions, particularly in sectors where precision and reliability are paramount, such as aerospace, defense, and energy industries.
