Bruker takes foothold in CT sector

Bruker Corporation has recently acquired the Belgian scientific instruments company SkyScan a leading provider of Micro-CT systems for 3D X-ray imaging which is expected to add approximately $13 million to Bruker’s revenue and to be accretive to EPS by about $0.01. SkyScan’s revenue is derived approximately 50% from materials science and 50% from life science and preclinical imaging applications.
Based near Antwerp, SkyScan’s computed tomography systems can be configured for applications such as in vivo preclinical animal imaging, in vitro bone and soft tissue imaging, 3D imaging of electronic components, synthetic materials, new micro devices and environmental samples.
The company, renamed Bruker microCT N.V, will operate from the same premises in Belgium under its previous management, producing all micro-CT instruments under the retained SkyScan brand.
In addition, most successful SkyScan distributors will be able to continue to distribute SkyScan products in their countries or market segments and further investment in applications and demo centres is intended, Bruker said.
Dr. Alexander Sasov, founder and CEO of the former SkyScan company, and now Managing Director and CEO of Bruker microCT, commented: “We have been looking for a strong and competent strategic partner to continue the rapid growth that SkyScan has enjoyed over many years. I am very glad that with the strong Bruker brand and the additional worldwide Bruker distribution channels and support network, we have found exactly what we were looking for to drive our micro-CT business to the next level of success.”

Frank Laukien, PhD, President and CEO of Bruker Corporation, added: “We are excited to have Alexander Sasov and his capable SkyScan team join us, adding in-depth 3D X-ray micro-CT imaging experience to Bruker. We are impressed by the portfolio of high-performance SkyScan products which fit nicely into our global materials research and preclinical imaging distribution channels, and which complement our other X-ray analysis and preclinical MRI products. The Bruker microCT team shares our philosophy of innovation, quality and customer support excellence.”