FST Technical Services has acquired Validation Systems Incorporated (VSI), expanding its validation, quality control, laboratory testing, and regulatory compliance capabilities for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries. Founded in 1990, VSI provides GMP qualification, validation, and laboratory services from locations in Palo Alto and San Diego. Its FDA-registered laboratory has held ISO 17025 accreditation since 2018. The acquisition combines VSI's specialized expertise with FST's global testing, inspection, certification, and commissioning services, enabling clients in regulated industries to access broader, more integrated quality solutions.
PHOENIX, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- FST Technical Services, a leading provider of test, inspection, certification and compliance (TICC) services to mission-critical operations, has strengthened its capabilities through the acquisition of Validation Systems Incorporated (VSI), a full-service validation contractor and laboratory testing provider servicing the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries since 1990. The acquisition meaningfully expands FST's technical depth and service offerings across validation, quality control, and regulated laboratory services.
VSI is recognized for its hands-on, technically focused approach to validation and compliance support, delivering services that include facility, utility, equipment and process validation, as well as laboratory testing. Led by experienced validation and laboratory professionals, VSI supports projects from individual systems to large-scale, mission-critical facilities, including meeting ISO requirements and helping clients meet good manufacturing practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements with confidence.
Integrating VSI strengthens FST's capacity to deliver comprehensive quality solutions in regulated environments. By uniting VSI's validation and laboratory expertise with FST, clients gain access to a wider range of integrated services that streamline project execution, improve compliance and enhance long-term performance.
"VSI's reputation for rigorous validation practices and reliable laboratory services aligns strongly with our commitment to quality and compliance," said Bruce Phillips, President of FST Technical Services. "This acquisition allows us to expand our capabilities while continuing to deliver the level of technical rigor our clients expect in regulated industries."
VSI has two locations throughout California: an office and laboratory in Palo Alto and an office in San Diego. The VSI Laboratory is registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and has been ISO 17025 certified since 2018. These credentials underscore VSI's commitment to quality systems, regulatory accountability, and consistent technical excellence.
About FST Technical Services
FST Technical Services is a global leader in the TICC industry. Headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, with local offices worldwide, FST is a provider of recurring testing, inspection, certification and commissioning services to mission-critical end markets. The Company's services are critical to customers' ability to maintain regulatory compliance, safety and operational efficiencies across various end markets, including semiconductor, life sciences and data centers.
Validation Systems Incorporated (VSI)
Validation Systems Incorporated (VSI) is a full-service validation contractor and laboratory testing provider serving the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries since 1990. Owned and operated by validation and laboratory professionals, VSI delivers turnkey GMP qualification and quality control solutions for projects ranging from individual processes to large-scale facilities. VSI's laboratory is U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) registered and has been accredited to ISO 17025 standards since 2018.
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