Particle Measuring Systems (PMS) sets the standard for cleanroom contamination monitoring. With more than 60 patents, we create the technology that enables you to make fact-based decisions, improve
process yield and comply with changing regulatory requirements.
We understand the challenges our customers face, which is why we
actively remain up to date with industry, trade, and technology changes.
With more than 450 employees, over 35 distributors, and local sales
and services in more than 50 countries, we’re local everywhere.
History – Laser Particle Counters
Particle Measuring Systems is the largest particle counter manufacturer in the world. How did we accomplish this? Simple – we invented laser particle counters – a system that provides accurate data and results for clean room environments.
Since 1972, we reaffirm our technology leadership position by continually pursuing advanced detection technologies, and regularly releasing new products and adding services that focus on current challenges and future needs of the critical industries we serve.
Acquired by Spectris in 1996, Particle Measuring Systems is one of 13 operating companies focused on providing productive and enhancing instrumentation and controls.
Spectris is a leading supplier of productivity-enhancing instrumentation and controls. The Company’s products and technologies help customers to improve product quality and performance, improve core manufacturing processes, reduce downtime and wastage and reduce time to market. Its global customer base spans a diverse range of end user markets. Spectris operates across four business segments which reflect the applications and industries it serves: Materials Analysis, Test and Measurement, In-line Instrumentation and Industrial Controls. Headquartered in Egham, Surrey, United Kingdom, the Company employs approximately 8,300 people, with offices in more than 30 countries.
Learn more about our particle counting, microbial monitoring, and molecular contamination control through our Particle College® continuing education program.
Company Culture
Company culture is equally important to the technology our executives and technicians create. Whether we are interacting with our customers, employees or technology, Particle Measuring Systems is committed to eminent, professional, and respectable service.
Learn more information about our career opportunities at Particle Measuring Systems.
Our Values
Be true
We believe in absolute integrity. It’s how we win for stakeholders, the environment and each other.
- We do the right things in the right way.
- We speak up when something isn’t right.
- We show care and respect for each other
Own it
We believe in teamwork and keeping our promises. It’s how we build our brands and businesses.
- We are decisive and take responsibility.
- We prize diversity and play to everybody’s strengths.
- We put customers at the heart of our business.
Aim high
We believe in being bold and positive. It’s how we perform at our best and achieve greater success.
- We continuously strive to improve.
- We keep an open mind and try new things.
- We help each other succeed.
Mission Statement
Particle Measuring Systems’ mission statement is to be the differentiated leader for contamination monitoring by improving the performance of clean manufacturers through the applications of superior technology, quality and service.
