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  • Smiths Detection acquires MGI to boost service lifecycle via repair and refurbishment.
  • This strategic acquisition strengthens Smiths Detection's global service infrastructure and operational resilience.
  • Effective August 2025, MGI fully integrates, enhancing Smiths Detection's service excellence and sustainability.

Smiths Detection announces its acquisition of New Jersey-based Med Graphix Inc. (“MGI”), enhancing the company’s sustainable service offering by extending the lifecycle of critical components through repair, refurbishment, and reuse.

MGI has been a long-standing service partner and third-party depot supplier for Smiths Detection. This deal marks a significant milestone in a partnership that has spanned more than two decades. 

Integration planning

Their technical expertise and extensive experience have played a vital role in service delivery

MGI has been a trusted supplier of component-level repair, refurbishment, harvesting, and decommissioning services for Smiths Detection equipment.

Their technical expertise and extensive experience have played a vital role in service delivery, inventory optimization, and cost reduction for several key Smiths Detection customers.

Integration planning began in March 2025 and will continue through the end of the year to ensure a seamless transition for both customers and employees.  Effective 1 August 2025, MGI will be a fully integrated part of the Smiths Detection family.

Global service infrastructure

Jerome de Chassey, President of Smiths Detection, said: “This acquisition reinforces our commitment to service excellence and operational resilience. Bringing MGI in-house allows us to leverage their expertise, while strengthening our global service infrastructure. It’s a natural evolution of our long-standing partnership.”

With this strategic investment, Smiths Detection further enhances its ability to deliver critical services and support to make the world a safer place.

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