Founded in 1995, Advanced Vacuum has built a strong reputation for its technical expertise and high-quality service in vacuum pumps and equipment. The company is an authorized service partner of Edwards, a global leader in vacuum technology and one of AxFlow’s strategic partners. With headquarters in Ängelholm and an additional service workshop in Uppsala, Advanced Vacuum delivers vital coverage to Swedish and Nordic customers across critical sectors such as semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, energy, and research & development.
“The acquisition of Advanced Vacuum gives AxFlow the market-leading vacuum equipment and service in Sweden and enables us to become a significant player in the Nordic market,” said Niklas Holmstedt, Managing Director of AxFlow AB. “Atlas Copco Edwards is our strategic partner, and this acquisition deepens that relationship, while also showing our strong, long-term commitment. Advanced Vacuum provides deep technical know-how that is critical in this complex and high-demand sector. With Advanced Vacuum’s team of eight highly skilled employees, we gain technical know-how and market access.”
The acquisition aligns with AxFlow’s broader growth strategy by:
- Expanding the vacuum product and service portfolio
- Providing immediate access to high-level technical competence and market coverage
- Building a robust in-house service offering for customers in Sweden
“Advanced Vacuum celebrates its 30-year anniversary this year — a milestone for us. We now continue the journey together with the AxFlow Group, and we are excited about the future ahead of us. Better products give better results. With our long history and deep knowledge of vacuum applications, we are eager to keep growing the business across the Nordic market,” said Peter Christensen, Managing Director and owner of Advanced Vacuum, and continued: “AxFlow will help us reduce customer dependency by opening new segments and broadening our service offering. Together with AxFlow SE and Bergius, we’ll strengthen existing customer relationships and unlock exciting cross-selling opportunities.”
The acquisition also diversifies AxFlow’s exposure, adding access to the semiconductor and R&D sectors while reinforcing its stronghold in the pharmaceutical and process industries. Customers will benefit from a broader product portfolio, deeper technical consultation, and seamless service support across regions and applications.
For further information, please contact:
- Ole Weiner, CEO of AxFlow Holding, +46 (0)8 545 476 72, weiner@axflow.com
- Niklas Holmstedt, Managing Director AxFlow AB, +46 706722212, holmstedt@axflow.se
- Peter Christensen, Managing Director and owner of Advanced Vacuum, +46 709317355 peter@advancedvacuum.se
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Advanced Vacuum has been a trusted partner for vacuum technology solutions in Sweden since 1995. The company specializes in the distribution and servicing of vacuum pumps and systems, with strong ties to Atlas Copco Edwards, serving diverse industries with high technical requirements.
AxFlow AB is part of the AxFlow Group - the Fluid Handling Solutions business group within Axel Johnson International. AxFlow specializes in the marketing, distribution and provision of complete sales engineering services for high-quality fluid-handling equipment. The AxFlow Group serves customers in the chemical and petrochemical, food, power generation, environmental, dockside, facilities management and wastewater industries with equipment from world-leading manufacturers. High standards of technical competence, a comprehensive range of products and services, commitment and integrity have contributed to the company’s steady growth since its establishment in 1960. The AxFlow Group is active in 30 markets and has approximately 1700 employees and an annual turnover of EUR 504 million.
Axel Johnson International is a privately owned Swedish industrial group operating globally. The group has a dedicated long-term approach to ownership, emphasizing sustainable progress and collaboration. The focus lies on acquisitions and the development of companies, specializing in technical components and industrial solutions. The group consists of more than 200 companies and employs 6,000 people in 35 countries, organized into six business groups, each focusing on selected niche markets. Axel Johnson International is a part of the Swedish family-owned corporate group, Axel Johnson. www.axinter.com
