ATON GmbH

OrthoScan, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, uses state-of-the-art technologies to bring x-ray imaging in extremity surgery to a next level. For instance, innovative flat detectors in the latest product introduction named OrthoScan HD, allows reduction of distortions inherent with previous image intensifier technology, thereby improving significantly diagnostic accuracy. The mini C-Arms by OrthoScan provide the solution needed by orthopaedics and podiatrists for high-quality imaging in a small-scale device, facilitating complex surgeries on small and delicate body structures, such as wrists, knees and ankles.

With this acquisition, ATON demonstrates strategic commitment to MedTech investments and, especially, to mobile x-ray imaging as ATON already owns Ziehm Imaging Group, German technology leader in full-size mobile C-Arms.

The on-going specialisation of surgeons throughout the world is calling for a diversity of products in mobile x-rays that has been neglected for a long time. The product range sold by Ziehm Imaging and OrthoScan both as part of the ATON Group will ensure that this gap is closed with high-quality products.

OrthoScan and Ziehm Imaging Group will remain two separate entities, as their main focus covers different needs of surgeons, orthopaedics, podiatrists, hospitals and out-patient-clinics. However, ATON expects that operating under a joint holding structure; both companies will generate substantial synergies in in the future.

OrthoScan will continue to operate under its current name and will be managed by its current senior management team with Robert Morocco remaining President and CEO.

ATON GmbH, owned by the Helmig Family, is a German private investment company which holds, as strategic investor, majority equity of companies in the fields of MedTech, MiningTech, Aviation and Engineering.

For further information, please contact:

ATON GmbH
Nina Gnutzmann
Telefon +49 (89) 970 515 0
Fax +49 (89) 970 515 199

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