Averna acquires U.S.-based Nexjen Systems

Montreal, Canada. Averna, a developer of test solutions and services for electronics device-makers worldwide, has announced that it has acquired 100% of U.S.-based Nexjen Systems for an undisclosed amount. Nexjen Systems is a full-service integrator with expertise in mechanical test systems, RF automated test equipment, industrial control, measurement and monitoring systems, and automation control panels.

Nexjen Systems, a division of Jenkins Electric Co., was created in 2005 to service Jenkins Test & Measurement customers in the southeast region. Located in Charlotte, NC, Nexjen Systems is a National Instruments Alliance Partner. Nexjen Systems’ president, Darren Lingafeldt, and vice president, Brian Esque, will continue to participate in the day-to-day operations and expansion plans as Averna employees.

“Averna is extremely pleased to announce the acquisition of Nexjen Systems and welcomes its employees to the Averna team,” stated François Rainville, vice president of sales and marketing for Averna. “Nexjen Systems represents an exceptional opportunity to expand Averna’s presence in the Eastern USA in each of our major market segments as well as tap new resources, solutions, and expertise to offer an extended test and quality solution portfolio.”

Darren Lingafeldt, president for Nexjen Systems, added, “We are delighted to join the Averna team and provide our long-standing customers with additional opportunities to deliver their test and quality projects worldwide as well as benefit from Averna’s renowned global support.”

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Rick Nelson

Rick Nelson

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Rick Nelson is a technical journalist who has served as executive editor of Test & Measurement World, chief editor of EDN, and executive editor of EE-Evaluation Engineering. He has also contributed to publications including Vision Systems Design and Electronic Design, and he has participated in many live panel discussions and webcasts. Rick has also held systems-engineering and product-development positions at General Electric and Litton Industries. He received his B.S.E.E. degree from The Pennsylvania State University.

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