Applied Mechanical acquires Cleanroom Sciences

Applied Mechanical Corporation of Austin, Texas, announced February 7 the acquisition of Phoenix-based Cleanroom Sciences in an all cash transaction. Applied Mechanical will now offer test, certification and maintenance services for cleanrooms and mini-environments. This strategic move further establishes Applied Mechanical's position as the leading outsource provider of on-site engineering, management, technical and logistical support for advanced technology manufacturing.

"CRS is known as the value leader for Cleanroom Certification Services in advanced technology industries and is a perfect complement to the suite of technical services A-M currently provides to these same markets," said Kelly McAndrew, president and CEO of Applied Mechanical. "The high level of professionalism and technical competence with which Gary Rolf and his CRS team conduct their business make this an easy fit operationally. Both organizations have strong cultures based on trust, honesty and team work, and both have a reputation for uncompromising commitment to their customers, their employees, and their communities."

Cleanroom Sciences will take its place as Applied Mechanical's fifth business unit along with: Construction Management Service, Semiconductor Equipment Services, Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Services and Capital Equipment Relocation Services.