[PRESSWIRE] BREDA, The Netherlands – May 7, 2026 — Velaris, a platform of laboratory-automation brands backed by global investment firm Battery Ventures, today announced the acquisition of LNI Swissgas (“LNI”).

LNI is a multinational specialist in the design, production and marketing of premium gas generators, gas mixers and gas calibrators for analytical, industrial, environmental and laser applications. With production facilities in Torreglia, Italy; Versoix, Switzerland; and Shanghai, China, LNI’s products combine Swiss precision engineering with Italian ingenuity and design.

The company supplies premium hydrogen, nitrogen and zero air generators for on-site gas production, along with precision gas calibration systems and mixers. These technologies enable laboratories to reduce dependency on gas cylinders while maintaining high standards of accuracy, reliability and safety.

LNI’s fully in-house design and manufacturing capabilities, covering layout, electronics, electrochemical and pneumatic components, are considered unique within the industry and support continuous innovation and product control.

Joining Velaris’ existing portfolio of brands, LNI adds complementary expertise in gas supply infrastructure for analytical instrumentation, an essential component across the group’s laboratory and industrial markets. The acquisition is also expected to strengthen Velaris’ international footprint through LNI’s established distribution network and customer relationships across Europe, North America and Asia.

“Over more than three decades, LNI has built its reputation on precision, quality and an uncompromising focus on customer needs,” said Roberto Salemme, CEO of LNI. “Joining the Velaris family represents a natural evolution of this journey — providing access to a broader platform of complementary technologies, shared expertise and accelerated growth opportunities. We are excited to further strengthen our leadership in gas generation and calibration solutions, while continuing to deliver the innovation and reliability our customers expect, now supported by the scale and vision of Velaris.”

Felix Beyer, Chief Sales Officer at LNI, added: “The scale of the Velaris group acts as a massive catalyst for our global sales strategy. Tapping into this expansive network allows us to elevate our service capabilities worldwide and strengthen our position in key markets. Operating with the backing of this broader platform gives us the operational strength to expand our reach, while continuing to deliver the precision, data-driven solutions, and trusted partnerships our clients rely on to maintain their competitive edge.”

Amod Kher, CEO of Velaris, described the acquisition as a strategic expansion of the company’s laboratory automation platform.

“LNI is recognized worldwide as a leading specialist in premium gas generation and calibration technologies, and this acquisition is an excellent extension of Velaris’ market leadership in laboratory automation,” Kher said. “The company’s deep expertise, precision engineering and broad product portfolio make it a highly strategic addition to our group. Gas supply is a fundamental enabler for many of the analytical workflows that our brands support, and we look forward to working closely with the LNI team as we build on the exceptional foundation they have created and grow it further.”

Zack Smotherman, a Battery Ventures general partner and member of the Velaris board, said the acquisition reflects the company’s broader strategy of building an integrated analytical instrumentation group.

“As we approach three years since our initial investment in Skalar Analytical, we are pleased to see the business come together to form a cohesive group under the Velaris brand,” Smotherman said. “We are excited to add LNI to Velaris as we continue building a unified portfolio of complementary analytical instrumentation and laboratory infrastructure technologies. LNI’s expertise in premium gas generation and calibration is highly synergistic with our current portfolio of products, providing strong connections with customers across our environmental, life and energy segment offerings.”

About LNI Swissgas

LNI is a multinational specialist in the design, production and marketing of premium gas generators, gas mixers and gas calibrators for analytical, industrial, environmental and laser applications.

For more than 30 years, the company has combined Swiss precision with Italian engineering and design to deliver high-efficiency, reliable and accurate gas solutions to customers worldwide.

Its product portfolio includes hydrogen, nitrogen and zero air generators for on-site gas production, precision gas calibration systems, gas mixers, laboratory benches and accessories. All products are fully designed and manufactured in-house, allowing complete quality control and the development of application-specific technologies.

LNI’s generators are equipped with remote diagnostic and two-way control systems to support maintenance and minimize downtime. The company is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified and holds ISO 17025 accreditation for its Gas Flow Standard laboratory.

The company serves customers across a wide range of sectors, including gas chromatography, GC-MS laboratories, LC-MS, ICP, environmental monitoring, laser applications and industrial process environments.

LNI also emphasizes sustainability through on-demand gas generation systems that reduce energy consumption, minimize gas waste and lower the carbon footprint associated with traditional cylinder-based gas supply.

Gas generators and calibration systems are produced in Torreglia, Italy; Versoix, Switzerland; and Shanghai, China, with a global distribution and service network supporting customers internationally.

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About Velaris

Velaris is a laboratory automation platform backed by Battery Ventures and includes several leading brands in analytical instrumentation and environmental sciences.

The group was formed following Battery Ventures’ initial investment in Skalar Analytical in 2023. Since then, Velaris has expanded organically and through acquisitions. In 2025, GERSTEL joined the group, followed by Trace Elemental Instruments, a manufacturer of combustion analyzers for petrochemical and industrial applications.

Through its portfolio of brands, Velaris provides laboratory automation technologies and analytical solutions that support scientific research and industrial testing worldwide.

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