Product category: Electronics Manufacturing Machinery and Materials
News Release from: Metcal
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial Team on 11 August 2003
Distribution deal expands German exposure
Metcal has appointed Peter Jordan to distribute its hand soldering, rework, repair, optical inspection and fume extraction systems in Germany
Metcal already has its own operation in Germany, based in Gross-Gerau, but the appointment of Peter Jordan means that Metcal's customers throughout the country will now benefit from a greater access to the Metcal range of high quality products, backed up by all of the service, technical support and engineering skills for which Peter Jordan is famous.
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"I am very happy that Peter Jordan will now be promoting and selling our full range of solutions in Germany", said Xavier Daval, Metcal's European Sales Manager.
"I am confident that the strong image of Peter Jordan within the German electronics industry, associated with our solid range of products, will quickly prove successful".
Metcal is recognised around the world as a leader in precision systems for the electronics workbench.
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Its range includes soldering/desoldering and rework equipment, inspection systems and fume extraction units.
Every system includes unique features that provide performance advantages over competing products and set the standard for delivering precise process control and productivity.
Peter Jordan is renowned throughout Germany, Austria and Switzerland as a supplier of high quality and leading edge electronics manufacturing equipment.
Now in its 50th year, the company offers a broad range of tools and machines covering everything from PCB fabrication to assembly and associated processes.
"Our philosophy is to offer customers the very best tools and equipment for their needs", said Jascha Kroschewski, Managing Director for Peter Jordan.
"The addition of Metcal's range of tools and equipment will boost our product offering and further enhance our reputation in the German electronics industry".
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