Machine Nation News Team
July 21, 2025 at 10:00:00 AM
Crane Company Enhances Precision Capabilities with $1.06B Acquisition of PSI
Crane Company, a global manufacturer of highly engineered industrial products, has acquired PSI (Process Systems International) in a deal valued at $1.06 billion, signaling a strategic push to expand its precision manufacturing capabilities. The acquisition enhances Crane’s portfolio in mission-critical flow control systems used across aerospace, defense, chemical processing, and energy infrastructure.
PSI brings expertise in tight-tolerance fluid handling components, advanced sealing technologies, and highly reliable valves — products that demand precision machining, rigorous material testing, and high-integrity assembly. This move aligns with growing demand for specialized components in high-performance environments, especially as sectors like defense and clean energy ramp up production.
For precision machine shops, the acquisition highlights a continuing trend: OEMs are investing heavily in companies with deep technical manufacturing know-how. This raises the bar for subcontractors, pushing toward high-mix, low-volume work with increasingly complex geometries, exotic materials, and strict certification requirements. Expect Crane’s supply chain to deepen relationships with shops that can offer advanced CNC turning, 5-axis milling, cleanroom assembly, and component traceability — especially those with experience in aerospace standards like AS9100.
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