CAMECA announces its acquisition of Polygon Physics, a key milestone in advancing its strategic commitment to SIMS innovation and customer satisfaction. This acquisition is designed to directly benefit customers by integrating Polygon Physics’ renowned ion source expertise into CAMECA’s SIMS instruments, elevating overall performance and value.
Polygon Physics has proven to provide exceptional beam stability and performance to CAMECA AKONIS Automated SIMS instrument, addressing the stringent demands of the near-fab semiconductor market. This acquisition reinforces CAMECA’s dedication to delivering unmatched resolution, reproducibility, and data quality across all products.
In addition to enhancing its instruments, CAMECA is committed to maintaining strong collaborations with Polygon Physics’ existing ion and electron source customers, including academic institutions and OEM partners. By continuing these relationships, CAMECA aims to foster innovation and excellence across a broader spectrum of applications.
CAMECA is excited to welcome the talented Polygon Physics team into the CAMECA / AMETEK group. Their expertise will further strengthen CAMECA’s R&D capabilities, enhancing its leadership in ion source technology for years to come. CAMECA is dedicated to maintaining and growing the legacy of excellence that Polygon Physics has established in Grenoble, France, and looks forward to investing in the region’s talent and capabilities as part of our long-term vision.
With Polygon Physics joining the CAMECA family, we unite two organizations driven by a shared passion for precision and innovation. Together, we will work to refine and expand our ion source technologies, furthering the boundaries of what’s possible in SIMS analysis.
Polygon Physics becomes CAMECA Grenoble: things you need to know
Q: I’m a customer of Polygon Physics. Who do I contact going forward?
CAMECA is determined to pursue its collaboration with Polygon Physics’ ion and electron source customers. The Polygon Physics staff now works for CAMECA, but at the same address in Fontaine, near Grenoble. Their Polygon Physics email addresses remain usable. Don’t hesitate to ask your existing Polygon Physics contact or simply use the contact form on our website.
Q: I recently purchased products from Polygon Physics. How will this acquisition affect me?
The warranty of your products remains unaffected and will run till the end of the warranty period. The staff at CAMECA Grenoble continues its activity on particle sources, therefore they can help you if any service is needed on your products.
Q: I have a quote from Polygon Physics. Is it still valid?
No, you will need a new quote delivered by CAMECA. Ask a new one to your former Polygon Physics contact or simply use the contact form on our website.
Q: Who do I contact for technical support at Polygon Physics for service issues related to Polygon Physics products?
The technical staff at CAMECA Grenoble continues its activity on particle sources, your existing contacts can assist you if any service is needed on your products.