Transcat Expands into Latin America with $13M Costa Rica Acquisition — Transcat, Inc.

Event summary

Transcat acquired SCM Metrology for $13 million in cash, closing April 9, 2026.
SCM is an ISO/IEC 17025-accredited calibration lab based in Costa Rica's Coyol Free Trade Zone.
The deal establishes Transcat’s first operational presence in Latin America.
SCM serves over 550 clients, including multinational medical device and life sciences companies.

The big picture

Transcat’s acquisition of SCM aligns with its strategy to grow in highly regulated, high-growth markets. The move strengthens its support for multinational customers in the medical device and life sciences sectors while leveraging Costa Rica’s status as a manufacturing hub. This deal underscores Transcat’s focus on expanding its service footprint beyond North America and Europe.

What we're watching

Integration Challenges: How Transcat will blend SCM’s local expertise with its global operating model.
Market Leverage: Whether the Costa Rica hub can drive additional distribution sales for Transcat.
Regional Growth: The pace at which Transcat expands further into Latin America’s high-growth markets.