Detector Oy and Sarlin Oy Ab have agreed on a business transaction whereby Sarlin’s gas detection service, calibration, and repair operations will transfer to Detector. The acquisition covers both fixed and portable gas detector servicing, calibration, and spare part services.
The business will officially transfer to Detector Oy on Monday, January 19, 2026.
A responsible transition, a strong successor
Jiri Viholainen, CEO of Sarlin, sees the move as a natural part of Sarlin’s strategic renewal and commitment to continued customer service:
– We are very pleased that the gas detection service business will be taken over by the leading operator in the field. Detector has deep expertise and a clear customer-oriented approach that ensures quality and continuity for our customers moving forward. This arrangement is, above all, good news for our clients.
A natural part of Detector’s growth
Sami Heinonen, CEO of Detector, views the acquisition as a step that strengthens the company’s position as a full-service gas detection provider:
– Sarlin is a well-respected and customer-driven operator in Finnish industry. It is an honour to take responsibility for their service business and to ensure continued high-level support for their customers.
– Gas detection service has long been a central part of Detector’s offering. With this business transfer, we further reinforce our market position in servicing, particularly with Honeywell equipment. The deal brings us new customers and expands our overall technical expertise.
A natural continuation of collaboration
The cooperation between Detector and Sarlin began about a year ago, when Sarlin added Detector’s Finnish-manufactured gas detectors to its product range. The goal was to combine expertise and offer customers more comprehensive solutions. This acquisition is a natural next step in that development.
Through the deal, Detector further strengthens its role in gas detection services and deepens its technical capabilities. The transaction supports the company’s long-term goal of becoming the leading gas detection service provider in the Nordics.