Elektron Technology, a Swedish developer and manufacturer of musical instruments, acquired Next Control Systems, a leader in high-end service based temperature monitoring for healthcare and life sciences within the UK, for £10.5m. Commenting on the transaction, Keith Daley, Executive Chair of Elektron Technology said: "The acquisition of Next marks another milestone for Checkit. It further significantly enhances our value proposition in capabilities, services and demonstration of scale. We look forward to realising the many opportunities offered by the combination of Checkit and Next."