DAVIDSON, NC — Ingersoll Rand Inc., a global provider of flow creation and industrial solutions, has entered into an agreement to acquire Maximus, a provider of digital controls and Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) production management systems for the agritech market. The transaction is expected to close in Q3 upon obtaining the required regulatory approvals. Upon transaction close, Maximus will join the PST segment.

FARGO, ND — Ulteig, a provider of comprehensive engineering/design, program management, technical services and field services, announces the appointment of Ava Drayton as senior vice president, client solutions. Drayton is a results-oriented leader with a track record of success throughout her 30-year career in sales and marketing strategy, strategic partnerships, key account management and business development for global organizations.