Erhardt+Leimer and AVT Form Strategic Alliance
- Published: May 26, 2015
AUGSBURG, GERMANY, and HOD-HASHARON, ISRAEL | Erhardt+Leimer, a provider of system solutions and process control equipment to web-based industries and Advanced Vision Technology, a supplier of print inspection, print process control, and quality assurance, have announced their intention to form an alliance that will broaden product portfolios and strengthen services for customers of both companies, including end-users and OEMs, through solutions born of the two companies’ combined experience and technological skills.
In a first step, AVT will acquire E+L’s automatic print inspection solutions and will assume the responsibility to develop and manage these solutions for both companies’ customers in label and packaging applications, including the corrugated segment. In return E+L will be entitled to future earn-outs and a cash payment as per the set terms. As part of the agreement, E+L’s CEO Dr. Michael Proeller will be appointed chairman of AVT’s Advisory Board and serve as an observer on AVT’s board of directors.
The expected agreement makes AVT the official inspection and press control provider for E+L, positioning AVT as responsible for the companies' mutual automatic print inspection solutions development; this includes both current products and ongoing product developments in the printing sector. Being an integration specialist, E+L is said to be well suited for the realization of complex automation and inspection solutions. Each company will then offer solutions from both AVT and E+L to all customers.
In the next stage, the alliance will offer customers a wider selection of solutions that may originate from either AVT or E+L. This allows both companies to increase customer responsiveness and maximize global footprints.
“We look forward to working together with the great team at E+L to provide better solutions to our customers,” says Jaron Lotan, CEO of AVT. “This partnership is exciting for all involved and will broaden each firm’s reach and expertise. This alliance was founded and structured in a way that will allow us to bring the best of both companies together to create great value for customers, employees and shareholders.” 
Dr. Proeller says, “Our two companies have known one another for decades and have a high level of respect for the others’ products, technology, and personnel. Maximizing customer satisfaction, comprising products, technology and global 365/24/7 coverage is the driving factor behind this alliance. We are convinced that, together, we will be building the top team and offerings in the industry for the benefit of our worldwide customers.”
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