Automated Industrial Robotics expands European operations with KAON Automation acquisition

Automated Industrial Robotics Inc. (AIR), a US-based medical and life sciences manufacturing technology company, has expanded its European presence by integrating KAON Automation, an Ireland-based industrial automation specialist.

The move strengthens AIR’s capabilities in precision assembly, aseptic high-speed filling, and end-of-line automation across regulated healthcare environments.

“With the addition of KAON, AIR now has more than 550 employees operating across roughly 450,000 square feet of facilities in the United States, Ireland, and the United Kingdom,” the company noted. The transaction is supported by Ares Private Equity funds, with AIR continuing to pursue a mix of organic growth and selective integrations.

AIR Executive Chairman Brian Klos and Chief Executive Officer Darragh de Stonndún commented, “KAON is a high-quality business with strong technical depth, long-standing customer relationships and a culture that aligns closely with AIR’s values. Their strengths in precision assembly and liquid filling technologies support our strategy of building a company that can consistently deliver high-quality, scalable solutions in regulated environments. This integration reflects our continued focus on building a differentiated automation provider that brings together proven teams with deep domain experience, and we are excited to welcome the KAON team to AIR.”

KAON co-founders Garreth Finlay and Fergus Hynes added, “Joining AIR marks an important new chapter for KAON. We have built our business around delivering high-quality automation solutions, and we see strong alignment with AIR around engineering rigor and long-term customer partnerships. Becoming part of AIR gives our team new scale and resources to advance our expansion while staying true to the values that have made KAON a trusted automation partner for our clients.”

Read the full report on how AIR and KAON are transforming medical and life sciences manufacturing across Europe.

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