Beaver Falls, PA., Mar. 5, 2024 -- McDanel Advanced Material Technologies (“McDanel”), an Artemis company, today announced the acquisition of Rayotek Scientific (“Rayotek”). 

Founded in 1992, Rayotek is a specialty Advanced Materials manufacturer of high-performing optical window and mirror systems for the Aerospace, Defense, Space, and Semiconductor industries. From research-to-design and prototype-to-test, Rayotek specializes in a variety of sapphire, glass, and related Advanced Materials to manufacture products that enable best-in-class performance in harsh operating environments. For over 30 years, Rayotek has closely partnered with its customers to help consult, engineer, and solve for their most mission-critical performance requirements.

The acquisition of Rayotek expands McDanel’s technology portfolio of advanced material offerings and manufacturing capabilities. Together, the combined organization will use its consolidated material science expertise to better meet customer needs. In direct service and commitment to the company’s customers, employees, and community, Rayotek will continue to operate from its existing headquarters in San Diego, California.

“We are very excited to be partnering with the Rayotek Team,” said Michael Ingram, President and Chief Operating Officer of McDanel. “Our organizations complement each other in a variety of ways. From shared core values, customer-driven approach, and passion for solving complex material science challenges - we are excited about Rayotek’s bright future and look forward to building upon the strengths of a combined organization and team."  

Artemis, having acquired McDanel in 2022, worked hand and hand with the senior leadership team to develop and implement a strategic plan that prioritizes customers, technology, and people. The entire team is excited to welcome Rayotek into the McDanel family with a deep appreciation for the opportunity to continue the legacy of Rayotek, built by William Raggio, Jessica Yadley, Lisa Lorentzian, and their team. 

Mintz, Levin, Cohn, Ferris, Glovsky and Popeo, P.C. served as legal counsel to McDanel.