Verified Nov 2026
Electronics & Software
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Pleasanton, California
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Since 1964
Gatan Inc. manufactures instrumentation and software for electron microscopes, including sample preparation tools, imaging instruments, and microscopy control and data analysis software. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California, was founded in 1964, and has an estimated 200-500 employees and revenue in the $100-250M band. It is a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, and industrial equipment industries. In August 2026, Gatan was reported to be building an advanced analysis technology center with GIST in South Korea.
Gatan Inc. at a glance
Revenue
$100-250M
Est. band
Employees
200-500
Founded
1964
Headquarters
Pleasanton, California
Certifications
ISO 9001
Import activity
6
Industries
Automotive
Electric Vehicles
Electronics
Appliance
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
6
Named foreign suppliers
3
Top origins
Germany · United Kingdom · Hong Kong S.A.R.
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Gatan Inc..
What this tells a buyer
Recent public reporting indicates that in August 2026, Gatan was set to establish an electron microscopy training hub and an advanced analysis technology center with GIST.
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers products including ion millers, TEM holders, imaging cameras, electron detectors, and spectroscopy software.
Gatan is a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. and serves industrial, governmental, and academic laboratories.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
62 years in operation (founded 1964).
Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Gatan Inc. manufactures instrumentation and software for electron microscopes, including sample preparation tools, imaging instruments, and microscopy control and data analysis software. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California, was founded in 1964, and has an estimated 200-500 employees and revenue in the $100-250M band. It is a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, and industrial equipment industries. In August 2026, Gatan was reported to be building an advanced analysis technology center with GIST in South Korea.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1964 |
Headquarters | Pleasanton, California |
Employees | 200-500 |
Revenue | $100-250M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Electronics & Software |
Certifications | ISO 9001 |
What Gatan Inc. makes
The company holds ISO 9001 certification and offers products including ion millers, TEM holders, imaging cameras, electron detectors, and spectroscopy software.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Transmission, Battery, Coating, Thermal Management (source: gatan.com).
Certifications
Gatan Inc. is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 9001 — gatan.com
Trade and customs footprint
Recent public reporting indicates that in August 2026, Gatan was set to establish an electron microscopy training hub and an advanced analysis technology center with GIST. US customs bill-of-lading records list 6 inbound shipments across 3 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Germany · United Kingdom · Hong Kong S.A.R..
Latest developments
2026-08-19 — GIST Sets Up Advanced Electron Microscopy Training Hub - Seoul Economic Daily (sedaily.com)
2026-08-19 — GIST to build 'Advanced Analysis Technology Center' with global electron microscope company Gatan - MoneyToday (mt.co.kr)
2026-08-04 — Introducing the Gatan F1-GIF System | Gatan (gatan.com)
2026-08-04 — News | Gatan, Inc. (gatan.com)
2026-05-26 — NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE forGatan ancillary instrument systems Maintenance Service Agreement (sweetspotgov.com)
2026-05-19 — PECS III and Ilion III Systems Launch | Gatan (gatan.com)
Facilities
Gatan Inc. is headquartered in Pleasanton, California. Public sources also reference these locations:
Pleasanton, CA — ametek.com
Company details
Gatan is a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. and serves industrial, governmental, and academic laboratories. Gatan Inc. was founded in 1964, has an estimated 200-500 employees, and is headquartered in Pleasanton, California. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 62 years in operation (founded 1964). Holds ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Gatan Inc. make?
Gatan Inc. manufactures instrumentation and software for electron microscopes, including sample preparation tools, imaging instruments, and microscopy control and data analysis software. The company is headquartered in Pleasanton, California, was founded in 1964, and has an estimated 200-500 employees and revenue in the $100-250M band. It is a subsidiary of AMETEK, Inc. and serves the automotive, electric-vehicle, electronics, appliance, and industrial equipment industries. In August 2026, Gatan was reported to be building an advanced analysis technology center with GIST in South Korea.
Where is Gatan Inc. headquartered?
Gatan Inc. is headquartered in Pleasanton, California (5794 W Las Positas Blvd, Pleasanton, California, 94588).
When was Gatan Inc. founded?
Gatan Inc. was founded in 1964.
How big is Gatan Inc.?
Gatan Inc. has an estimated 200-500 employees, with revenue in the $100-250M range (estimated).
What certifications does Gatan Inc. hold?
Gatan Inc. lists ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Gatan Inc. import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 6 inbound shipments for Gatan Inc., with top origins including Germany · United Kingdom · Hong Kong S.A.R..
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