UP Scientech Materials, a wear plate manufacturer, completed the acquisition of VAUTID, which manufactures and sells electrodes for wear protection, from VR Equitypartner, an investment company. Financial terms were not disclosed. "We have been involved in the development of VAUTID for over a decade. We have examined a wide range of options for the next development steps in a comprehensive process and are pleased to have found a strategic partner for VAUTID in UP Scientech Materials that can support the important international growth and entry into new markets. We wish the management and employees of VAUTID further success and thank them for the long, trusting cooperation," Christian Futterlieb, VR Equitypartner Managing Director.