AST buys Macro Sensors

American Sensor Technologies (AST), manufacturer of MEMS (microelectro mechanical systems)-based pressure sensors, transducers, and transmitters, acquired Macro Sensors, an LVDT (linear variable differential transformer) manufacturer, for an undisclosed sum.

By Control Engineering Staff June 23, 2005

American Sensor Technologies (AST), manufacturer of MEMS (microelectro mechanical systems)-based pressure sensors, transducers, and transmitters, acquired Macro Sensors , an LVDT (linear variable differential transformer) manufacturer, for an undisclosed sum.

Through the acquisition, AST expects to offer a greater depth of sensor products and expertise to better serve its OEM and end-user client base. Macro Sensors will continue to operate under its own brand name from existing facilities in Pennsauken, NJ, AST says; no management changes are anticipated.

Macro Sensors manufactures LVDT-based linear and rotary sensors, gauging probes, support electronics, and accessories in providing complete measurement solutions for OEM and end-user applications. AST is in Landing, NJ.

—Mark T. Hoske, editor-in-chief, Control Engineering, MHoske@cfemedia.com