Catalyze Partners Announces Strategic Acquisition of Axcend

DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Catalyze partnersa leader in the acquisition and commercialization of advanced technologies, announced today Acquisition of Axcend, LLCThis transaction, which closed on July 15, 2024, forms the cornerstone of a robust platform in the analytical and measurement instruments market for Catalyze Partners.

“This acquisition opportunity was identified and brought to us through our partner network, which underlines the confidence they have in our commercialization capabilities,” he said. Tricia D’CruzFounder and Managing Director of Catalyze Partners. “Our technology acquisition addresses a growing $5 billion market that is central to pharmaceuticals, environmental monitoring, chemical manufacturing, oil and gas production, and many other industries.”

The transaction includes Axcend’s revolutionary line of environmentally friendly, compact, portable HPLC instruments and accessories designed to deliver unmatched performance and reliability. The Focus LC was originally developed at Brigham Young University by renowned inventor Dr. Milton Lee. The system was designed to significantly reduce the size, cost, and environmental impact of traditional HPLC systems, meeting industry demands for reduced footprint, portability, and sustainability in laboratory equipment.

“We are extremely pleased to join forces with the experienced team at Catalyze Partners,” said Greg WardCEO Axcend. “I am convinced that this is a winning formula for developing customer solutions that push the boundaries of scientific analysis and enable scientists to solve the most complex health and science problems.”

About Catalyze Partners

Catalyze Partners launches scalable companies that accelerate the commercialization of intellectual property from the world’s most innovative global corporations, monetizing significant innovation investments. With established internal and external funding networks and a leadership team of proven business operators, Catalyze commercializes untapped innovations to deliver the greatest impact and value to our stakeholders. Catalyze bridges the gap between emerging technologies and commercial markets that drive profits and investor returns.

About Axcend

Axcend is a provider of compact, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) systems and accessories. These solutions enable scientists to bring the lab to the sample and HPLC anywhere^® providing dramatic improvements in portability, ease of use, quick and convenient implementation, all with significantly reduced operating costs and solvent consumption.