ABB Adds Laser-Based Gas Analyzers by Acquiring Los Gatos Research
CARY, N.C., May 6, 2013 — Power and automation technology supplier ABB is acquiring Los Gatos Research of Mountain View, Calif., to add gas analyzers to its measurement business, the company said last week. ABB said the enhanced laser capabilities it will get through the purchase will allow it to expand measurement products and services in oil and gas, electric power and other industries. ABB employs 147,000 worldwide, with more than 27,000 based at its North American operations in Cary. ABB is acquiring Los ...