Celette, the bodyshop equipment manufacturer, has been bought by private equity investor Equinox Group.

In a statement, Celette said it will continue to manufacture and develop its range of equipment as it has done for 50 years but now with the strength and support of Equinox Group.

"The Celette brand and product range's long term future is as strong as ever with continued determination to design and improve products and technology to satisfy the needs of the future," it added.