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Home » News » Queensgate Instruments has been acquired by Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd

Queensgate Instruments has been acquired by Prior Scientific Instruments Ltd

25.05.18

Prior Scientific Instruments are global leaders in delivering high precision motorized stages, microscope automation products and specialty opto-mechanical automation systems. Queensgate instruments designs and produces leading performance nano positioning and measurement systems used in a wide range of applications from atomic force microscopy, hard disc testing, lithography and metrology. Both companies have significant experience delivering customised solutions to our customers. 

As a brand of Prior Scientific, Queensgate will be able to deliver an improved service to our customers with a more global representation. All Queensgate instruments personnel and the Torquay manufacturing facility will transfer to Prior Scientific. Prior Scientific are committed to maintain and enhance customer relationships and provide continuity of supply.

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