In-Place Machining, a field machining and measurement and alignment services company and a portfolio company of Levine Leichtman Capital Partners, has purchased East Coast Metrology, a provider of measurement services.

ECM, headquartered in Topsfield, Mass., focuses on 3D scanning and modeling, reverse engineering and design, training and certification, instrument calibrations, integration and alignment services. The company serves a range of industries including automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, research, power generation, shipbuilding, architecture and consumer products.

“The addition of ECM to the IPM platform is highly consistent with our growth strategy,” states Dean Flint, CEO of IPM. “Our customers will benefit from the business’ high-caliber workforce and expertise in metrology and calibration, as well as its culture and dedication to customer service.”