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News Release from: Orbitform
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 06 June 2006
Fastening equipment adds European
distribution
Orbitform has signed Northwick Associates as a European distributor for its fastening, joining and assembly equipment.
Orbitform has signed Northwick Associates as a European distributor for its fastening, joining and assembly equipment The agreement between Orbitform and Northwick allows new machines and equipment to be provided to customers in Europe and will bring the benefits of a local support and service infrastructure for customers' ongoing needs
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 23 Sep 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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Speaking about the agreement Jon Isaacs, Northwick's owner explained: "The Orbitform Group philosophy is successful, long term relationships, and we shall strive towards this goal".
"There is a great synergy between our businesses that will allow us to grow market share in Europe".
Orbitform's CEO, Mike Shirkey said: "The technology behind riveting and fastening has developed considerably over recent years thanks to investment made by Orbitform".
"Our range of products now provides fastening solutions from simple impact riveting machines to complex robotic welding cells".
"This is a very exciting opportunity for everyone and we are looking forward to working with Northwick and their European customers".
Customers can see Orbitform equipment first hand at Northwick's premises in Pershore, Worcestershire UK or at Orbitform's world headquarters in Jackson, Michigan, USA where development samples can be produced to ensure 100% satisfaction prior to purchase.
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