Founded in April 2004 by Randall E. Pedder, Ph.D., Ardara Technologies designs and manufactures mass spectrometers and custom components for demanding scientific and OEM applications. Based in the western Pennsylvania village that gave the company its name—and where its founder’s family has roots across three generations—the specialized team builds application-specific electronics, vacuum hardware, and complete platforms. Ardara also works with research and industrial customers on instrument upgrades, integration, and long-term technical support.
Extorr IncFounded by veterans of the residual gas analyzer field, Extorr Inc. manufactures quadrupole mass spectrometer instruments for measuring vacuum systems. Its XT residual gas analyzers stand apart by combining partial-pressure gas analysis with built-in Pirani and ion gauges, allowing one instrument to measure from atmospheric pressure through ultra-high vacuum. Based in New Kensington, Pennsylvania, the company has worked in RGA innovation since 1984 and supports its systems with field-replaceable parts, free software updates, and direct technical assistance.334516NEW KENSINGTN, PA
MassTech IncIncorporated in 2001, Columbia’s privately owned MassTech Inc. develops and manufactures analytical instrumentation, best known as the only licensed manufacturer of AP MALDI ion sources. Its compact MT Explorer 30 brings laboratory-level, MSⁿ-capable ion-trap analysis into a field-deployable package, while the company’s AP MALDI technology is adapted for mass spectrometers from major manufacturers worldwide. MassTech also maintains in-house research and production capabilities for custom instruments.COLUMBIA, MD
Scientific Instrument Services (SIS) by Adaptas SolutionsFounded in 1978, Scientific Instrument Services is an Adaptas Solutions division known for its long service to the mass-spectrometry community. From its Palmer, Massachusetts operation, SIS manufactures specialized instrument parts for scientific and medical equipment and supports customers through worldwide distribution.RINGOES, NJ
VON ARDENNE GmbHAs a third-generation, owner-managed family business from Dresden, VON ARDENNE is known for turning vacuum-coating research into industrial production equipment. More than 1,300 employees support customers from six international locations, while over 1,000 VON ARDENNE systems are operating in more than 50 countries. The company develops its key components in-house and has maintained ISO 9001 certification for many years.PERRYSBURG, OH