Avidity Science(TM) Expands Biomedical Research Solutions Through Acquisition of Bio Medic Data Systems, Hydropac(R), Lab Products, Inc., and Harford Systems

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WATERFORD, Wisconsin, Oct. 27, 2020 /PRNewswire=KYODO JBN/ --

Today, Avidity Science announces significant steps in expanding its global

leadership in biomedical research solutions via the acquisition of Bio Medic

Data Systems, Hydropac(R), Lab Products, Inc., and Harford Systems. These

investments expand Avidity's portfolio of water purification and delivery

products, control and monitoring solutions, and service capabilities to enhance

its support of the global biomedical research community.

"We are excited about this investment as it adds critical products,

capabilities, and services to our industry-leading biomedical research

portfolio," said Doug Lohse, chief executive officer, Avidity Science. "Bio

Medic Data Systems, Hydropac(R), and Lab Products are recognized leaders in

innovation, and we will now be able to offer the most comprehensive and

technologically-advanced portfolio of products and services to support

biomedical research around the world."

    -- BMDS provides advanced state-of-the-art products for the safest,

       most accurate identification of research models available today,

       creating fully integrated systems designed to automate gathering,

       recording, and validating research data for researchers and facilities.

    -- Hydropac(R) is a unique water pouch and valve system that re-defines

       water delivery. A complete research model watering solution, the

       revolutionary Hydropac(R) system features a single-use, disposable,

       FDA grade flexible film water pouch combined with a single-use, sterile

       Disposable Valve(TM) and an on-site machine for filling and sealing

       the pouches.

    -- Lab Products, Inc. manufactures an extensive line of research model

       housing and care equipment, ranging from the classic small metal or

       plastic housing to a variety of highly sophisticated environmental

       control systems. Their proven, patented technologies address the

       everyday research issues of protecting research models and personnel,

       enabling efficient use of available area, time, and labor.

"We are confident that Avidity Science will continue supporting our

long-standing customers with outstanding innovation, combined with strong

product and service offerings. We are excited for our associates to join the

growing Avidity Science team and to ensure a smooth business transition," said

George Gabriel, Lab Products, Inc., president and chief executive officer.

"With the rapid growth of biomedical research, it is vitally important that

Avidity can deliver quality products and services to safeguard the valuable

research studies being conducted to support critical and emerging health

concerns worldwide," said Laura Sarlin, vice president and head of Avidity's

Global Biomedical business.

Lohse concluded, "These investments represent another critical step in

achieving our Vision of enabling science to improve the quality of life.

Avidity Science has established a diversified solution portfolio and global

footprint, strengthening our position as a trusted partner to the research

community."

About Avidity Science

Avidity Science is a worldwide leader in water purification and delivery,

control and monitoring and service solutions for the life science and

biomedical research communities. Since 1969, our mission has been to enable

science to improve the quality of life. With operations in the United States,

Europe, and Asia, we are a trusted partner to the global research community

through unrivaled technology and support. For more information about these

investments and our company, please visit www.AvidityScience.com.

SOURCE  Avidity Science

CONTACT: Amber Hegemann, Phone: +1-262-534-5181 Ext 254,

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