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New acquisitions expand SLS operations

Scientific Laboratory Supplies (SLS), a leading supplier of equipment, chemicals and consumables for laboratory use in the UK, has announced the acquisition of Gem Scientific and Northern Balance, to expand its product and service offerings.

Both companies will continue to operate as independent entities and retain all employees, while harnessing SLS’s business support and infrastructure to benefit all parties, stakeholders and customers.  

Gem Scientific is a laboratory equipment distributor based in West Yorkshire, supplying high-quality products – including hygiene testing devices and consumables – to sectors such as the food and beverage industry. This acquisition will help to strengthen both brands in this field, giving customers greater access to a wider range of products. Becoming part of the SLS family will also reinforce and supplement Gem Scientific’s supply chain and provide the company with additional operational support to encourage further growth.

Northern Balance is a provider of weighing solutions focusing on calibration, servicing and maintenance. Based in Gateshead in north-east England, the company has a team of highly experienced, customer-facing engineers. This provides an exciting opportunity for SLS to develop a designated service business to enhance its current operations with even more expertise and resources.

These acquisitions signal the start of a long-term growth period for SLS, which plans further acquisitions and recruitment to broaden its portfolio into a wider geographical area, including the UK, Ireland, East Africa and beyond.  

www.scientificlabs.co.uk

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