The acquisition of family-owned ACE, based in Rochester Hills, MI, provides Renishaw further specialized programming capabilities.

The acquisition is expected to enhance 3-D authoring platform, creates value and deliver a better, more affordable customer experience. 

 Headquartered in Kansas City, MO, Valent is a leading provider of complex, structural components, major sub-assemblies and machined parts for OEM and Tier 1 airframe manufacturers in the aerospace and defense industries.