Porotec becomes part of the Verder family
The Verder Group has acquired the German company Porotec GmbH. In doing so, it is expanding its already strong expertise in the field of particle characterization, as the new acquisition is itself a reputable manufacturer and distributor of particle and porosity measurement equipment.
Organization-wise, Porotec will be part of Verder’s subsidiary Microtrac MRB, and thus part of the Verder Scientific Division. Like Porotec, Microtrac is a specialist in particle characterization. The company, whose instruments Porotec was already distributing prior to the acquisition, was formed in 2020 through the merger of Microtrac Inc, MicrotracBEL Corp. and RETSCH Technology GmbH and offers the broadest range of particle characterization products in the world.
Verder expects the acquisition of Porotec to lead to further advances, particularly in the areas of gas adsorption, porosimetry and density measurement. First fruits of the cooperation may soon be harvested: Microtrac is currently engaged in the market launch of the BELPORE mercury porosimeter – a niche technology in which Porotec has a great deal of experience. In addition, the teams are expected to benefit from the merger, particularly in the areas of applications, sales and service.