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Technical Safety Services Significantly Expands Laboratory Service Capabilities with Acquisition of AL-TAR

Berkeley, California, January 10, 2022


We are excited to announce that Technical Safety Services, Inc (TSS) has acquired AL-TAR Services, Inc (AL-TAR). This joining of two market leading companies creates one of the largest independent laboratory equipment service providers in the United States.

Headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA and founded in 1986, AL-TAR is a nationwide lab instrument and equipment calibration, repair, maintenance, and validation service provider of all major OEM brands. AL-TAR’s capabilities are built around servicing laboratory cold storage, general lab and sample preparation equipment, and chromatography and clinical instrumentation. “We have built an amazing company and are thrilled to partner with TSS, as our combined resources and capabilities will result in enhanced support for our customers and employees. I truly believe this is a right fit for the business, our customers, and the AL-TAR team,” commented Dustin Castro, CEO of AL-TAR.

The combined 530 employees will have a greater geographic reach, capabilities, and capacity to serve the life science and healthcare markets with industry leading expertise to deliver best-in-class, full lifecycle, support across a broad range of lab equipment. This includes validation, maintenance, certification, calibration, repair, and decommissioning services across cleanrooms and controlled environment equipment, cold storage, all general (category 1) lab and sample preparation equipment, and analytical and clinical instrumentation.

Marc Boreham, president of TSS commented, “AL-TAR is a tremendous organization and I’m truly excited to welcome Dustin and Melissa Castro and the entire 70 person AL-TAR team into the TSS family. We’re passionate about the combination of our companies and the benefits this will bring both to our customers and employees. Our customers are doing dramatic work focused on improving the human condition and we are a key enabler - our hundreds of skilled technicians, gives us nationwide coverage and uniquely positions us to ensure our customers’ operations remains safe, productive, and compliant.”

About TSS
For 50 years, Technical Safety Services has provided unparalleled service to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, clinical, and academic research facilities as the largest provider of controlled environment equipment service in North America.

For more information on this acquisition and the combined capabilities of our two companies, please visit: our announcement webpage.

Contact:
Technical Safety Services, Inc
Janet Donnelly
jdonnelly@techsafety.com




Evergreen Medical Services acquires ARTEC Environmental

Asheville, NC – December 8, 2021


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. the acquisition of ARTEC Environmental, Inc. based in Indianapolis, Indiana. ARTEC provides quality testing, inspection and certification services for medical gas distribution systems and cleanrooms in hospitals and laboratories.

“We are very excited about the acquisition of ARTEC. We believe their culture, experienced team and services are very much aligned with our existing business as we look to further expand our Midwest footprint,” said Keith Calloway, COO of Evergreen Medical. “This acquisition will provide a solid foundation for servicing medical gas customers with a broader suite of services. Aligning with Evergreen Medical and the TSS Family of Companies will open up ARTEC customers to additional service and equipment offerings. A perfect partnership.”

“Our customers can anticipate a smooth and beneficial transition,” said Founder and Current President, Ross Williams of ARTEC. “The services offered by Evergreen Medical and the TSS Family of Companies will add value and increased presence to our region, and I know our customers will be well served by the additional support and knowledge from the Family of Company teams today and in the future.”

Industry leading Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical gas services to health care facilities. They utilize the latest available equipment and testing protocol to provide reliable, accurate documentation for local, state and federal requirements for medical facilities.

About TSS Family of Companies.
Evergreen Medical Services, along with Technical Safety Services, and EOC1, operate under the TSS Family of Companies banner. Acquisitions such as ARTEC continue to advance the Family of Companies focused growth strategy through expanding its offering of testing, certification and calibration services to critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to customer operations. Our TSS Family of Companies is dedicated to the highest quality of compliance, safety and risk management for our customers and the people they serve in the Healthcare and Life Sciences Marketplaces.




Evergreen Medical Services acquires Consolidated Medical Technologies

August 20, 2021


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Evergreen Medical Services recently completed the acquisition of Consolidated Medical Technologies (CMT). Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical services to health care facilities across the east coast. The acquisition of CMT and integration into Evergreen Medical continues to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

Consolidated Medical Technologies (CMT) provides testing, inspection, and certification services for medical gas distribution systems for healthcare facilities. CMT was established in 2006 and is headquartered in Henderson, Nevada. CMT will join Evergreen Medical’s talented team of technicians, bringing additional expertise to medical gas system testing and environmental monitoring within the healthcare setting – specifically in the West and Southwest regions of the United States. This acquisition strengthens Evergreen Medical’s positioning as a coast-to-coast medical gas service provider.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Evergreen Medical Services acquires Consolidated Medical Technologies

August 20, 2021


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Evergreen Medical Services recently completed the acquisition of Consolidated Medical Technologies (CMT). Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical services to health care facilities across the east coast. The acquisition of CMT and integration into Evergreen Medical continues to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

Consolidated Medical Technologies (CMT) provides testing, inspection, and certification services for medical gas distribution systems for healthcare facilities. CMT was established in 2006 and is headquartered in Henderson, Nevada. CMT will join Evergreen Medical’s talented team of technicians, bringing additional expertise to medical gas system testing and environmental monitoring within the healthcare setting – specifically in the West and Southwest regions of the United States. This acquisition strengthens Evergreen Medical’s positioning as a coast-to-coast medical gas service provider.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Technical Safety Services acquires East Coast Laboratory Services

February 12, 2021


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Technical Safety Services, LLC (“TSS”) has recently completed the acquisition of East Coast Laboratory Services, LLC (“ECLS”), a company specializing in testing and certification of cleanrooms, biological safety cabinets, fume hoods, and laminar flow units. For nearly 50 years, TSS has provided unparalleled service to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, and academic research institutions throughout North America. The acquisition of ECLS and integration into TSS further advances TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

Located in Sabillasville, Maryland, ECLS brings a wealth of knowledge and support to the northeast region where TSS continues to focus on company growth and client expansion.

TSS functions to test, certify and calibrate critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to its customers’ operations. In addition to TSS’ core suite of services, they offer professional commissioning & decommissioning, equipment validation & calibration, high-purity water systems & services, and pharmacy compliance services to support clients through every phase of their development.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Technical Safety Services, LLC acquires Wisconsin Air Flow, Inc.

November 9, 2020


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Technical Safety Services, LLC (“TSS”) has recently completed the acquisition of Wisconsin Air Flow, Inc (“WAFI”). For over 50 years, TSS has provided unparalleled service to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, academic research and food production facilities throughout North America. The acquisition of Wisconsin Air Flow, Inc. and acquisition into TSS further advances TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

Wisconsin Air Flow, Inc. is a cleanroom testing and certification services entity serving customers in the medical and pharmaceutical sectors in and around Green Bay, Wisconsin. WAFIs customers primarily consist of hospitals and pharmacies that require services to be performed on a monthly, semi-annual, or annual basis.

TSS functions to test, certify and calibrate critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to its customers’ operations. In addition to TSS’ core suite of services, they offer professional commissioning & decommissioning, equipment validation & calibration, high-purity water systems & services, and pharmacy compliance services to support clients through every phase of their development.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Evergreen Medical Services acquires Elite Medical Gas Specialists, LLC

February 21, 2020


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Evergreen Medical Services recently completed the acquisition of Elite Medical Gas Specialists, LLC (Elite). Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical services to health care facilities across the east coast. The acquisition of Elite and integration into Evergreen Medical continues to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

Elite is a medical gas products and services provider based out of Suring, Wisconsin. Elite will join Evergreen Medical’s talented team of technicians, bringing additional expertise to medical gas system testing and environmental monitoring within the healthcare setting – specifically in the Midwest region of the United States.

Evergreen Medical utilizes the latest available equipment and testing protocol to provide reliable, accurate documentation for local, state and federal requirements for medical facilities. Its comprehensive programs provide the necessary documentation to satisfy the Department of Health, The Joint Commission and various other regulatory agencies.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Evergreen Medical Services acquires Stacy Systems, Inc

December 2, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Evergreen Medical Services recently completed the acquisition of Stacy Systems, Inc. Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical services to health care facilities across the east coast.

The acquisition of Stacy and integration into Evergreen Medical further advances TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers and further extends its services in the attractive Dallas/Forth Worth area Stacy’s employees will join Evergreen Medical’s talented team, bringing additional expertise to medical gas system testing and environmental monitoring within the healthcare setting.

Evergreen Medical utilizes the latest available equipment and testing protocol to provide reliable, accurate documentation for local, state and federal requirements for medical facilities. Its comprehensive programs provide the necessary documentation to satisfy the Department of Health, The Joint Commission and various other regulatory agencies. TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




EOC1 acquires Dixie Testing and Certification, LLC

July 24, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company EOC1 recently completed the acquisition of Dixie Testing and Certification, LLC. EOC1 provides unparalleled testing and certification services to hospitals, laboratories, animal research facilities, pharmaceutical institutions, and medical device manufacturing and biotechnology facilities throughout the United States. In addition to the core suite of Certification, Calibration, and Decontamination services, EOC1 offers professional support through Chemical Monitoring for Hazardous Drugs, Employee Validation, and Medical Gas Testing.

Located in Cumming, Georgia, Dixie provides cleanroom testing and certification services to customers located in and around the metro Atlanta area. The acquisition and integration of Dixie into EOC1 will allow for additional service offerings to current Dixie clients and further advances TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




EOC1 acquires portion of Healthcare Solutions

May 22, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company EOC1 recently completed the acquisition of Healthcare Solution’s pharmacy and laboratory cleanroom and hood certification and validation business. The merger with EOC1 will allow for services and support beyond the certification and testing services that Healthcare Solutions provides today.

EOC1 provides unparalleled testing and certification services to hospitals, laboratories, animal research facilities, pharmaceutical institutions, and medical device manufacturing and biotechnology facilities throughout the United States. In addition to the core suite of Certification, Calibration, and Decontamination services, EOC1 offers professional support through Chemical Monitoring for Hazardous Drugs, Employee Validation, and Medical Gas Testing.

Acquisitions such as Healthcare Solutions continue to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy through expanding its offering of testing, certification and calibration services to critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to customer operations. TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Evergreen Medical Services acquires A1 Medical Gas, Inc

May 21, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Evergreen Medical Services recently completed the acquisition of A1 Medical Gas, Inc. Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical services to health care facilities across the east coast. The acquisition of A1 and integration into Evergreen Medical further advances TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

A1 Medical Gas is a Minnesota-based company offering medical gas and environmental services nationwide inclusive of Inspections, certifications, equipment sales, environmental testing, and autoCAD design. A1 will join Evergreen Medical’s talented team of technicians, bringing additional expertise to medical gas system testing and environmental monitoring within the healthcare setting.

Evergreen Medical utilizes the latest available equipment and testing protocol to provide reliable, accurate documentation for local, state and federal requirements for medical facilities. Its comprehensive programs provide the necessary documentation to satisfy the Department of Health, The Joint Commission and various other regulatory agencies.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Technical Safety Services, LLC acquires Certification and Testing Services (CTS)

Berkeley, CA – May 9, 2109


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Technical Safety Services (TSS) recently acquired Certification and Testing Services (CTS). For nearly 50 years, TSS has provided unparalleled service to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, academic research and food production facilities throughout North America. The acquisition of CTS and integration into Technical Safety Services provides TSS the opportunity to strengthen its industry leading position in California and beyond.

Located between Los Angeles and San Diego in Murrieta, California, CTS operates as a full-service cleanroom and biosafety cabinet certifier for the Medical Device, Pharmaceutical and Microelectronic industries and prides itself on its exceptional service and dedication to its customers.

TSS functions to test, certify and calibrate critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to its customers’ operations. In addition to TSS’s core suite of services, they offer professional validation, commissioning and decommissioning to support clients through every phase of their development.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Evergreen Medical Services acquires Upstate Analytical Services, LLC

April 26, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Evergreen Medical Services recently completed the acquisition of Upstate Analytical Services, LLC. Evergreen Medical Services provides unparalleled environmental monitoring and medical services to health care facilities across the east coast. The acquisition of Upstate Analytical Services and integration into Evergreen Medical continues to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers. 

Upstate Analytical Services offers medical gas testing, inspection and certification of piped gas distribution systems in hospitals and other medical facilities. Located near Syracuse, New York, Upstate Analytical Services will join Evergreen Medical’s talented team of technicians, bringing additional expertise to medical gas system testing and environmental monitoring within the healthcare setting.

Evergreen Medical utilizes the latest available equipment and testing protocol to provide reliable, accurate documentation for local, state and federal requirements for medical facilities. Its comprehensive programs provide the necessary documentation to satisfy the Department of Health, The Joint Commission and various other regulatory agencies.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Technical Safety Services, LLC Completed Acquisition Of Two Entities

March 14, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Technical Safety Services, LLC (“TSS”) has recently completed the acquisition of two entities: LabTech Midwest and BioTech Balancing. For nearly 50 years, TSS has provided unparalleled service to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, academic research and food production facilities throughout North America. The acquisitions and integrations into TSS continue to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

LabTech Midwest is located just outside of Milwaukee, WI in New Berlin, WI and specializes in the certification of biological safety cabinets, chemical fume hoods, laminar flow devices, clean rooms and other related safety devices common to the laboratory. The acquisition of LabTech Midwest puts TSS in its first physical Midwest location and will allow for opportunity to capture new clients and penetrate a new market.

BioTech Balancing is located outside of Charleston, SC in Mount Pleasant, SC. They focus on bridging the gap between HVAC systems and certification of controlled environments as well as provide certification services for USP 797, biological safety cabinets, and cleanrooms. The acquisition of BioTech Balancing deepens TSS’s presence in the southeast region of the United States and will provide opportunity for continued synergies across its southern locations.

TSS functions to test, certify and calibrate critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to its customers’ operations. In addition to TSS’s core suite of services, they offer professional validation, commissioning and decommissioning to support clients through every phase of their development.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.




Technical Safety Services, LLC acquires Triangle Certification, LLC

February 5, 2019


Technical Solutions Holdings, Inc. is pleased to announce that its portfolio company Technical Safety Services, LLC (“TSS”) has recently completed the acquisition of Triangle Certification, LLC. For nearly 50 years, TSS has provided unparalleled service to biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, academic research and food production facilities throughout North America. The acquisition of Triangle Certification and integration into Technical Safety Services continues to advance TSH’s focused growth strategy of expanding its offerings of superior service and support to its customers.

Triangle Certification is headquartered in Durham, North Carolina with a strong presence in the Research Triangle Park area. Triangle Certification is a leader in providing independent testing and certification service for cleanrooms, HEPA filtration systems, barrier isolators and biological safety cabinets in FDA and CGMP regulated environments and specializes in compliance testing for USP 797 sterile compounding facilities. The acquisition will expand TSS’s customer base and allow for an increase in cross-selling opportunities.

TSS functions to test, certify and calibrate critical equipment and controlled environments crucial to its customers’ operations. In addition to Tech Safety’s core suite of services, they offer professional validation, commissioning and decommissioning to support clients through every phase of their development.

TSH actively targets acquisitions that will increase the breadth of services provided to its customer base and further expand the regions in which the services are provided.

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