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American Capital Merges Three Portfolio Companies; Creates Global Leader in Radiation Measurement & Protection

Bethesda, MD - January 25, 2006 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today the formation of Mirion Technologies Inc., through the merger of its U.S. portfolio companies Global Dosimetry Solutions Inc. and Imaging and Sensing Technology Corporation with its French portfolio company synOdys Group SA. Tom Logan, the prior CEO of Global Dosimetry, will lead the combined company as its CEO. No new financing is being provided as part of this merger. American Capital investments in these companies took the form of subordinated debt and preferred and common stock and total $244 million. American Capital is the majority shareholder and Company management owns a minority of the common stock. More...

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American Capital Invests $49 Million in Buyout of Leading Provider of Radiation Dosimetry Services

Bethesda, MD - October 1, 2003 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has invested $49 million in the buyout of ICN Worldwide Dosimetry Services, one of the world's largest providers of radiation dosimetry services, from ICN Pharmaceuticals Inc. (NYSE: ICN). The business will now operate under the new name, Global Dosimetry Solutions Inc. American Capital's investment takes the form of senior debt, senior and junior subordinated debt, and preferred and common equity. GMAC Commercial Finance invested in senior debt and is providing a revolving credit facility. For the first time, management will have a significant equity stake in the business. More...

Dosimetry Detects A Radiant Future

Founded in 1969 and headquartered in Costa Mesa, CA, Global Dosimetry Solutions, Inc. ("Dosimetry") is one of the world's largest providers of radiation dosimetry services. Global Dosimetry Solutions, Inc. offers a full range of products and services for the detection and monitoring of radiation exposure in various occupational environments. With over 30 years experience, the company has grown through its strong technological competency and high quality services and products. Known for its technical expertise, Dosimetry was involved in the pilot studies leading to the development of the accreditation process by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission for its National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program. Dosimetry attained and has maintained full accreditation since 1986. In addition, the company was accredited through DOELAP sites by the U.S Department of Energy in 1996 and the Health and Safety Executive of the United Kingdom in 2001. More...

Imaging and Sensing Technology Corporation

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American Capital Invests $44.5 Million in Buyout of Imaging and Sensing Technology Corporation

Bethesda, MD - May 27, 2004 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq: ACAS) announced today that it has invested $44.5 million in the buyout of Imaging and Sensing Technology Corporation ("IST"), a leading designer and assembler of equipment for use in nuclear power plants. American Capital's investment takes the form of a senior term loan, senior and junior subordinated debt with warrants, redeemable preferred stock and common equity. American Capital is also providing a revolving credit facility. American Capital owns more than 90% of IST on a fully diluted basis. More...

IST Powers up with Nuclear Energy

Imaging and Sensing Technology Corporation ("IST"), based in Horseheads, NY, designs and assembles equipment for use in nuclear power plants. Its market leading products -- radiation-hardened cameras, electrical penetrations and nuclear detectors -- are critical to the safe and efficient operation of nuclear power plants all over the world. Since its incorporation in 1988, IST has expanded and diversified its product lines and is now an acknowledged leader in its markets, well positioned for continued growth. Over the past several years, IST's position has resulted in significant new contracts, a strong pipeline of potential orders, and increased profitability. More...

synOdys Group

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American Capital Invests $72 Million in the Buyout of Leading Global Manufacturer and Distributor of Radiation Detection Equipment

Bethesda, MD - June 25, 2004 - American Capital Strategies Ltd. (Nasdaq:ACAS) announced today it has invested $72 million in the acquisition of synOdys Group SA, a leading manufacturer of systems and equipment to protect people and goods from nuclear, biological and chemical risks, from Acland Capital Investissement and management. American Capital's investment takes the form of senior debt, senior and junior subordinated debt and common and redeemable preferred equity. American Capital is also providing a revolving credit facility. As part of the transaction, Acland and synOdys management also acquired an ownership interest in Global Dosimetry Solutions Inc., an American Capital portfolio company and a provider of radiation dosimetry services, and are maintaining a significant equity investment in synOdys. American Capital owns approximately 80% of synOdys on a fully diluted basis. More...

synOdys Leads the Way in Radiation Detection

SynOdys Group SA is a leading manufacturer of systems and equipment to protect people and goods from nuclear, biological and chemical risks. The company's electronic dosimeters and radioactivity monitoring systems (RMS) help ensure the safety of nuclear power plant operations and workers who perform jobs in radioactive and other hazardous environments. Founded in 1965, synOdys has grown substantially over the past few years. Expansions to the company's product line and customer base, incorporation of its products into military and homeland defense markets, and several key acquisitions have firmly established and enlarged synOdys' capabilities in European and U.S. markets. More...