Nacka, Sweden, February 20, 2026: LACO Technologies, Inc. (“LACO”) a company designing and manufacturing vacuum solutions and leak testing systems, will become part of Atlas Copco Group.
US vacuum and leak testing company to become part of Atlas Copco Group
February 20, 2026
LACO is based in Salt Lake City, Utah, US, and manufactures comprehensive vacuum solutions, vacuum chambers and advanced leak detection equipment, designed for aerospace, research and development, and diverse industrial applications. The company has 110 employees who will join Atlas Copco Group as part of the acquisition.
“LACO was founded in 1975 as a family business and has exhibited strong growth by becoming a trusted partner through the quality of their products and dedication of its people”, said Koen Lauwers, Business Area President Vacuum Technique. “This acquisition further enhances our expertise in leak detection while adding a US based manufacturer of turnkey leak detection and vacuum systems to our portfolio.”
The purchase price is not disclosed. During 2025 the company had revenues of approximately 25 MUSD (247 MSEK*).
The acquisition is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close during the second quarter of 2026. The company will become part of the Scientific Vacuum division within the Vacuum Technique Business Area.
*Average exchange rate in 2025
For more information please contact:
Christina Malmberg Hägerstrand, Media Relations Manager
+46 72 855 93 29
media@atlascopco.com
Daniel Althoff, Vice President Investor Relations
+46 76 899 9597
ir@atlascopco.com
About Atlas Copco Group:
Atlas Copco Group enables technology that transforms the future. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers’ success. Our four business areas offer compressed air and vacuum solutions, energy solutions, dewatering and industrial pumps, industrial power tools and assembly and machine vision solutions.
In 2025, the Group had revenues of BSEK 168, and at year end about 56 000 employees. www.atlascopcogroup.com
20260220 US vacuum and leak testing company to become part of Atlas Copco
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