Addtronics Strengthens Medical Device Automation Capabilities with Addition of DAC International

GREENWICH, Conn., May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Addtronics, LLC ("Addtronics"), a consolidator of high-quality, niche automation technology and solution providers innovating for the life sciences and other industries, announced today that it has acquired DAC International, Inc. ("DAC"), a leading manufacturer of ultra-precision equipment for contact lens and intraocular lens (IOL) production.

Located in Carpinteria, CA, DAC (www.dac-intl.com) specializes in designing, building, and supporting best-in-class equipment throughout both the Contact and Intra Ocular Lens industries and remains the world leading supplier in addressing the very real challenges of precise, efficient, and highly productive lens manufacturing processes.

Ken Payne, President of DAC, will continue to lead the organization and work closely with the Addtronics leadership team.

Ken Payne remarked, "We are excited to join the Addtronics team. Their focus on supporting specialized automation businesses is a perfect match for DAC. This partnership will enable us to expand our capabilities, invest in innovation, and continue to provide outstanding equipment and services to our customers throughout the contact and intraocular industries."

Max Katzenstein, Executive Chairman of Addtronics, commented, "We are excited to welcome DAC International to Addtronics. Ken and his team have built a world-class organization that is trusted across the ophthalmic manufacturing industry. DAC's position as the market leader in ultra-precision ophthalmic manufacturing equipment as well as their commitment to customer success align perfectly with our mission to support and grow high-quality, niche automation solutions businesses."

Addtronics is actively looking for new acquisitions. Ideal acquisition candidates are companies that are passionate about their craft, excited to retain their entrepreneurial spirit, and inspired to pursue accelerated growth through partnership.

About Addtronics:
Addtronics is a consolidator of high-quality, niche automation technology and solution providers innovating for the life sciences and other industries. Addtronics seeks to be the acquirer of choice in these sectors by allowing its operating companies to retain their entrepreneurial spirit while benefiting from the scale, resources, and collaboration of the broader Addtronics platform. For more information, please visit www.addtronics.com.

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