Superior Technical Ceramics Expands Capabilities with Acquisition of IJ Research Acquisition Strengthens the Breadth of STC's Ceramics Offerings and Deepens Its Relationships with Key Clients in Growing Industrial Sectors News provided by Share this article Share this article ST. ALBANS, Vt., Feb. 3, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Superior Technical Ceramics (STC), one of the country's most experienced technical ceramics manufacturers, announced the acquisition of IJ Research, a manufacturer specializing in sapphire-to- metal brazed hermetic assemblies based in Santa Ana, California. The acquisition closed on December 24th of last year. Left to Right: Peter Morten, CEO of STC, and Dr. Rick Yoon, former CEO & owner of IJ Research