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SPECS-TII Inc. is excited to announce that as of August 1, 2024, the distribution, support, and application services of Nanosurf AG in the United States will be integrated into our business.
SPECS-TII Inc. is a subsidiary of SPECS Surface Nano Analysis GmbH in Germany, which together with Nanosurf AG forms the Advanced Metrology and Microscopy branch of Lab14 GmbH, a holding of the RSBG SE of the RAG foundation.
SPECS-TII Inc. is the well-established distributor and service partner of both SPECS Surface Nano Analysis GmbH and UNISOKU Co., Ltd. (a subsidiary of Tokyo Instruments Inc.) in the USA and Canada. To ensure continuous and reliable business operations and support for Nanosurf’s US customers, all personnel from Nanosurf Inc. will join SPECS-TII Inc. to form a larger team with combined expertise, sales and support locations, and applications service.
Nanosurf is renowned for its advanced scanning probe microscopy (SPM) solutions with applications in life sciences, material sciences, industrial metrology tools for semiconductor and optics industries. SPECS-TII Inc. provides scientific and industrial solutions in the fields of ultra-high vacuum and environmental electron spectroscopy and microscopy, as well as the market-leading Nanonis SPM control electronics. With our newly extended network, customers from all fields will benefit from enhanced offerings, technical knowledge, and support capabilities. This integration marks a significant step forward in our mission to deliver superior service and innovative solutions to our valued clients.”
“By joining forces with another Lab14 company, Nanosurf is significantly expanding its sales and service network in the United States. With the addition of two new locations, we are enhancing our ability to deliver our cutting-edge solutions to customers across North America more efficiently and effectively.”
Dominik Ziegler, CEO of Nanosurf AG
“This combination is a perfect match in our US and Canadian markets, and we are excited to work together to further improve our resources and offerings for SPECS, UNISOKU, and Nanosurf customers going forward.”
Jessica Hilton, President & CEO of SPECS-TII Inc.
“A joint distribution and service of these three technology and market leaders in surface analysis and metrology will be beneficial for every customer, offering the perfect choice of cutting-edge instruments and contact to the worldwide leading experts in the different fields from one hand.”
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