Global safety equipment and solutions provider MSA Safety Incorporated announced it has acquired M&C TechGroup in a transaction valued at approximately $200 million.

Based in Ratingen, Germany, M&C TechGroup provides a comprehensive range of gas analysis systems that detect, measure and monitor gases in critical environments. The company's product portfolio includes systems and solutions for gas sampling, gas conditioning, as well as advanced process control. M&C products and systems are used in a wide range of industries and applications, including energy, chemicals, utilities, manufacturing, food and beverage, and other industrial applications. Founded in 1985, M&C TechGroup employs approximately 220 associates globally.

"We are excited to welcome M&C to the MSA Safety family," said Steve Blanco, MSA Safety President and CEO. "By bringing aboard M&C, we expand our addressable market in detection, with complementary technologies across diverse markets. The acquisition of M&C aligns well with our Accelerate strategy, which includes a focus on growing our detection business and enhancing our portfolio through strategic acquisitions," he said.

"With M&C's leadership position and expertise in gas measurement, gas analysis and process control, we expect to accelerate its growth by leveraging our global footprint, customer relationships and distribution network," Mr. Blanco continued. "Overall, the acquisition positions us to be a leading provider of high-quality gas analysis solutions that create value for customers by enhancing infrastructure and workplace safety, optimizing processes and reducing costs." 

Commenting on the transaction, M&C Managing Director and principal owner Olaf Sommer said, "Our two companies share similar values and cultures, and that was an important factor in our decision to join forces with MSA Safety. MSA's leadership position in detection technology, its commitment to innovation and its core values centered around integrity make this transaction an excellent fit for our customers, our people and our business," he said. "By leveraging MSA's global market reach, its distribution resources and and its detection expertise, we have a great opportunity to expand our business well beyond the installed base and markets we serve today."