Millar Solidifies Its Position as a Leading Contract Design and Manufacturing Partner in Sensor Technology with Sentron Acquisition
HOUSTON, Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Millar, a global leader in MEMS sensor technology, proudly announces the successful integration of Sentron, a Millar Company, reinforcing its position as a premier vertically integrated Contract Design and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO). With this acquisition, Millar now offers end-to-end design, fabrication, and manufacturing of precision pressure, pH, electrical conductivity (EC), and oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) sensors, expanding its capabilities across medical, industrial, and environmental applications.
"Bringing Sentron into the Millar family is more than an acquisition; it's a pivotal step in our commitment to delivering innovative, high-performance sensor solutions," said Tim Daugherty, President and CEO of Millar. "By combining Sentron's microfoundry and pH/EC sensor expertise with our legacy in precision pressure sensing, we've strengthened our ability to provide fully integrated solutions that drive real impact across multiple industries."
For decades, Sentron has built a strong reputation among medical technology and industrial partners for its high-fidelity ISFET pH, EC, and full-bridge pressure sensors. With Sentron's microfoundry now part of Millar, the company is uniquely positioned to manage the full sensor supply chain from innovative design and integration to fabrication and final assembly.
"This integration represents a powerful synergy between two pioneers in sensing technology," said Sander Hartman, Managing Director of Sentron. "Sentron's expertise in ISFET and full-bridge pressure sensor manufacturing, combined with Millar's leadership in MEMS sensor solutions, creates an unmatched offering in the market. Our customers now benefit from a broader sensor portfolio with the same precision, customization, and innovation they've come to expect."
Expanded Sensor Capabilities for a Diverse Range of Applications
With the combined strengths of Sentron's microfoundry and Millar's sensor integration expertise, the company now offers cutting-edge solutions for:
- Medical Devices & Life Sciences – Advancing patient care with precise pressure, pH, and EC monitoring in catheter-based devices, implantable sensors, bioprocessing, and connected health applications.
- Water Quality & Monitoring – Providing real-time pH and EC sensors for wastewater management, ocean monitoring, and sustainability efforts to ensure regulatory compliance and environmental protection.
- Agriculture & Smart Farming – Enhancing soil health management with pH and EC sensors for precise nutrient tracking, irrigation optimization, and sustainable farming.
- Food & Beverage Process Control – Ensuring greater efficiency, consistency, and product quality with high-precision sensors for brewing, dairy processing, and food safety monitoring.
- Research & Laboratory Applications – Supporting biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and scientific research with high-fidelity sensors for next-generation innovations.
Now fully integrated into Millar's operations, Sentron's sensor design and microfabrication expertise will be instrumental in expanding Millar's sensor portfolio while maintaining quality, performance, and reliability for customers worldwide. As part of this transition, Millar is unifying its digital presence, with an updated website experience coming soon. Stay tuned for more ways to explore our expanded sensor solutions at millar.com.
About Millar
For over 55 years, Millar has pioneered high-fidelity pressure sensing technology, evolving into a global leader in MEMS-based sensor solutions. With the acquisition of Sentron in 2024, Millar has expanded its expertise to include in-house semiconductor microfabrication, ISFET pH and EC sensor technology, and full bridge pressure sensors. This integration enables Millar to deliver vertically integrated sensor solutions, streamlining design, development, and manufacturing for a wide range of industries.
Millar serves medical, industrial, and environmental markets, delivering precision-engineered sensor solutions that drive innovation, improve outcomes, and enhance operational efficiency. By combining decades of expertise with a commitment to quality and collaboration, Millar empowers its partners to push the boundaries of sensor technology.
At Millar, we are dedicated to advancing sensor technology that enhances lives, optimizes processes, and fuels breakthroughs. For more information, visit millar.com and sentron.nl.
SOURCE Millar, Inc.
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