Swedesboro, NJ 12/20/17—In a blog posting, lab distributor Thomas Scientific has announced the acquisition of Phenix Research Products. “Phenix Research Products is a well-regarded brand with a track record of customer-centric innovation and expansion in four key areas: cryostorage, PCR, robotics/automation and TC [tissue culture],” stated Thomas Scientific President and CEO Charles Simmons. “Their shared set of core values, customer-centric consultative approach, and complementary products and brand solidifies our commitment to offering our customers value and quality of product.”

Based in North Carolina and founded in 1990, Phenix Research emphasizes technical support and service, strategic sourcing and low pricing, according to its website. Thomas Scientific was recently acquired by private equity firm Carlyle Group (see IBO 9/30/17), and thus can be expected to continue to expand with acquistions.