Swiss headquartered international Baumer Group has acquired Manas Microsystems Pvt. Ltd. Manas Microsystems is one of the largest and technologically leading manufacturers of flow meters in India. The company provides innovative products for flow measurement of various gases and liquids. Manas flow meters are well suited for a wide variety of applications, as they are rugged, accurate, and operate in harsh environmental conditions.

Manas was founded in 1998, located in Pune/Western India. With a team of 80 employees who manufacture, calibrate and provide after sales support, Manas today is a well recognized name in the process industry. With a wide portfolio of flow meters, a certified test and calibration laboratory, Manas is serving diverse industries including water and waste water, dairy, automotive, sugar, textile, paper and pulp, heat treatment and pharmaceuticals.

Mr. Shrikant Sahasrabudhe, founder and Managing Director of Manas Microsystems, is delighted to hand over the company to Baumer: «The integration of Manas Microsystems into the Baumer Group will strengthen our position in flow measurement business allowing us to deliver even more value to our clients and stakeholders. Manas Microsystems brings innovative technology, a talented team, a proactive service team, a strong client base and a good infrastructure, while Baumer brings in international experience, a large customer base, modern techniques and a good brand image that is complementary to our business.»

Dr. Oliver Vietze, CEO and Chairman of the Baumer Group says: «Baumer has been active in India for almost 20 years, both with its own sales organization and with a production site for process instruments. With our broad sensor portfolio, we have established an excellent position in this growing market. With the acquisition of Manas Microsystems, we are strengthening this position and are further expanding the expertise of Baumer as an international specialist in process sensor technology.»