AVT

Automated Printing Technology Developer

Industrial Technologies
Acquired (Inactive) by Esko on Mar 2020 - closed due to acquisition

Company Overview

Snapshot

Founded in October 1992, AVT operates with 201–500 employees. The company was acquired by Danaher Corp in March 2017, marking a significant milestone in its journey.

Business overview

Advanced Vision Technology (AVT) specializes in print process control, quality assurance, and press control solutions for the packaging, labeling, and commercial printing industries. The company's integrated solutions leverage automatic online and offline inspection, sophisticated color measurement, and vision-centric press controls to enhance print quality. AVT addresses industry challenges such as lack of automation, long production setup cycles, material waste, and stringent image quality demands by developing proprietary algorithms for print process and workflow needs. Its core products include PrintFlow, Mercury, and Jupiter, serving markets across the Americas and Europe.

Strategic signal

In March 2020, AVT merged with Esko, a move that consolidated its position in the industrial technologies sector. This merger signals a strategic integration aimed at expanding its reach and enhancing its offerings in print process control and quality assurance, particularly within the packaging and labeling industries.

Company Intelligence Q&A

What was a significant acquisition event for AVT?
AVT was acquired by Danaher Corp for $100 million in March 2017, as reported by Globes.co.il.
What was a key strategic development for AVT in 2020?
AVT merged with Esko in March 2020, leading to its current inactive status as part of the acquisition.
Which company partnered with AVT for quality control in 2017?
In September 2017, Mark Andy announced that its high-production digital hybrid offering would be equipped with a quality control solution from AVT.
Which company selected AVT as a strategic partner for integrated inkjet print quality control?
In June 2016, EFI chose AVT as its strategic partner for an integrated inkjet print quality control solution.
What was a notable leadership appointment at AVT in 2016?
In July 2016, AVT named Matt Bennett as President of the Americas, as reported by PIWorld.com.

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