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3D Systems Unveils New Corporate Identity At NYSE |
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ROCK HILL, South Carolina – May 26, 2011 - 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) announced today the unveiling of its new corporate logo to coincide with its historic move to the New York Stock Exchange.
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The birth of the X-class! |
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The NLX2500 CNC lathe is the first series launched as the X-class |
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Mori Seiki Co., Ltd. has announced the debut of the X-class, which fills the needs of the times. The NLX2500 Series, which has evolved from the NL Series as a result of a full model change, is Mori Seiki's first series launched as the X-class. We start taking orders for the NLX2500 Series from September 9, 2010. The NLX2500 Series has evolved from the NL Series that sold more than 10,000 units, and is designed to reflect current market needs and over 5,000 feedback from our customers. It is packed with extensive features including (1) high rigidity, (2) measures against thermal displacement, (3) energy saving, (4) space saving, (5) MAPPS IV + ESPRIT, and (6) compliance with safety standards. |
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The NVX5000 Series of vertical machining centers makes a debut as the X-class |
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Mori Seiki Co., Ltd. has announced the debut of the X-class, which fills the needs of the times. The NVX5000 Series of vertical machining centers, which has evolved from the NV5000 Series as a result of a full model change, is Mori Seiki's second series launched as the X-class. We start taking orders for the NVX5000 Series on September 10, 2010. The NVX5000 Series uses the same options and applications with the NV5000 Series that sold more than 8,000 units, and is designed to reflect current market needs and 1,000 feedback from our customers. The machine is packed with extensive features including (1) high rigidity, (2) measures against thermal displacement, (3) variations, (4) energy saving, (5) MAPPS IV + ESPRIT, and (6) compliance with safety standards. Read full press release |
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The NHX Series of horizontal machining centers makes a debut as the X-class
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Mori Seiki Co., Ltd. has announced the debut of the X-class, which fills the needs of the times. The NHX Series offers improved cost performance by drastically reducing the number of parts, and is designed to reflect current market needs and 3,000 feedback comments from customers. It is packed with extensive features including (1) high speed, (2) high rigidity, (3) high accuracy, (4) energy saving, (5) MAPPS IV + ESPRIT, (6) compliance with safety standards, and (7) variations. Read full press release |
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The NTX1000 high-precision, high-efficiency integrated mill turn center joins the X-class |
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Mori Seiki Co., Ltd. has announced the debut of the X-class, which fills the needs of the times. The NTX1000 is an ideal choice for machining small precision parts for medical equipment and measuring instruments, which have complex shapes but need high-precision and high-efficiency machining. The machine is designed to meet the diversified needs of our customers with features including (1) original technologies, (2) high operability, (3) space saving, (4) measures against thermal displacement, (5) MAPPS IV + ESPRIT, and (6) a wide variety of models. Read full press release |
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September 2010
Haas Factory Outlet Sales Team Continues to Grow
Haas Factory Outlet, a division of Ellison Machinery Company, has announced the newest member of their sales team. Jason McCurdy was recently hired as Business Manager to increase coverage in the South Phoenix and Tucson area. Jason brings with him over a decade of sales experience and a strong focus on customer service. “Our customers’ needs are at the center of everything we do,” HFO-Phoenix General Manager, Patrick Ellison said, “adding Jason to the team allows us to expand our reach, without diminishing the personal attention we provide our customers.”
Haas Factory Outlet provides machine tools sales and service throughout Arizona and Southern Nevada. You can contact Jason McCurdy through the HFO office in Tempe, AZ at 480.968.5877 or visit www.ellisonaz.com.
May 2010
Haas Factory Outlet Hires Business Manager in So. Nevada
After nearly a year away, Don Williams has returned to Haas Factory Outlet – Phoenix, and will resume his post in Las Vegas as Business Manager covering Southern Nevada and Western Arizona. Don’s extensive knowledge of Haas products is rooted in his 8 years at Haas Automation as a product trainer and manager, as well as his previous 3 years with HFO – Phoenix.
Before entering the machine tool industry, Don served in the United States Navy where he specialized in communications electronics and training development. Don holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of La Verne.
Haas Factory Outlet, a Division of Ellison Machinery Company, provides machine tools sales and service throughout Arizona and Southern Nevada. You can contact Don Williams through the HFO office in Tempe, AZ at 480.968.5877 or visit www.ellisonaz.com
Local Haas Service is Best in the World
At a recent distributor council meeting, The Haas Factory Outlet - Phoenix was given the distinguished award as the world leader in Platinum One-Call Service by Haas Automation. “We recognize that servicing our customers is the backbone to our success as the leading machine tool distributor in Arizona”, commented Rick Fleming, HFO VP of Customer Service. “With over 42 HFO’s world-wide, this is an amazing accomplishment!”
While management provides the vision, Connie Pardon, HFO-Phoenix Service Coordinator, is responsible for having the right service tech at the right place at the right time. “Our six techs are focused on getting the job done and satisfying the customer –
they are a great team!” said Connie. For more information on Haas Platinum One-Call Service call 480.968.5877 or visit www.ellisonaz.com.
Patrick Ellison Promoted to General Manager
Ellison Machinery Company has named Patrick Ellison as General Manager. Having previously served the company as Business Manager and VP of Sales, Patrick brings to the role over a decade of sales experience in the machine tool industry. “I am excited for
the opportunity to build on the strong foundation that has been developed by years of hard work and dedication to our customers” Patrick said. “I look forward to leading this dynamic team to a successful future.”
Jim Ellison, CEO of Ellison Machinery Co. echoed the sentiment, “the company is well situated for the transition having established at its core an unyielding focus on service to its customers.” Mr. Ellison continued, “Patrick demonstrates an understanding of the machine tool industry while injecting a fresh perspective that will move the company forward.”
Ellison Machinery Company is the leading machine tool distributor in Arizona. To learn more about their product lines and technical support, please call 480.968.5335 or visit www.ellisonaz.com
March 2010
Chick Workholding Announces Ellison Machinery 2009 Dealer of the Year
Chick Workholding Solutions, a leader in workholding innovation, has named Ellison Machinery Company 2009 Machine Tool Dealer of the Year. Bill Bowen Sr, President of Industrial Workholding and Doug Sain, US Sales Manager of Chick Workholding recently presented the award to the Ellison Machinery Sales Team at their Tempe, AZ showroom.
“We celebrate the success of Ellison Machinery and offer our continued support to provide their customers with the tools they need to win in today’s market”, said Bill Bowen Sr.
Accepting the award for Ellison Machinery was VP of Sales, Patrick Ellison. “We strive to provide our customers with solutions customized for their needs. We are proud to offer Chick Workholding packages that will maximize the efficiency of our vertical and horizontal machining centers.”
Ellison Machinery Company, the Arizona machine tool market leader, has Chick products available for demonstration at their new showroom in Tempe, AZ. For more information call 480.968.5335 or go to their website at www.ellisonaz.com.
January 2010
L&W Invests in Mori Seiki Again
L&W Machine & L&W Fluid Inc., manufacturers of high precision parts and assemblies to the high technology sector have added the Mori Seiki NH4000DCG expandable horizontal pallet system to their Phoenix manufacturing facility. "Having added the Mori Seiki NMV5000DCG 5-axis pallet system in 2008, we are very familiar with the capability and reliability of Mori Seiki equipment, and Ellison Machinery's service and support" commented Al Grabowski, president, ".....and we are delighted with this important acquisition which is in line with L&W's strategic plan for continuous development of the range of high precision services that we offer to our customers"
November 2009
Sales Team Changes At Haas Facotry Outlet, A Division of Ellison Machinery Company
Patrick Ellison has been promoted to VP of Sales, bringing 10 years of machine tool sales experience, as well as enormous enthusiam. "I am delighted to be in a position where I can truly help my team to continuously improve in the way that we introduce the right technology to satisfy their customers manufacturing needs." Patrick recently hired Bryan Johnson as Business Manager (Haas) covering the North Phoenix area. Bryan commented "I am excited to join a dynamic team of sales professionals. Haas is a great and well respected line - I can see why it is the market leader!" Peter Histed, Ellison's president said "congratulations and good luck to Patrick and Bryan. I know that they'll be inviting you to visit us at our new Tempe facility and I look forward to meeting you there". Call Haas Factory Outlet at 480.968.5877
Ellison Machinery Can Fix Your Japanese Machinery
John LaRose has joined Ellison Machinery as a specialist technician covering Mori Seiki and other Japanese machines. "I am delighted to have joined Ellison's vibrant team" said John who has over 20 years machine tool experience. "My objective is to help any Arizona customer to keep theri premium Japanese machines running with accuracty and efficiency - let us fix them for you!" Peter Histed, Ellison's president commented "by servicing our competitors machines we remind our customers that at Ellison 'service is key' - we have 10 people in our service department! Also, people who like our service standards tend to make their next machine tool purchase with Ellison Machinery - give us a try!" Call Ellison at 490.968.5335
September 2009
Ellison announces new Haas Factory Outlet and Mori Seiki facility in Tempe AZ
At a time when all we’re hearing is ‘bad news’ in our market place, we are delighted to announce that Jim Ellison recently purchased a new 12,600 sq.ft. facility in Tempe, Arizona – less than 1 mile from our current location. The building is brand new, holds a key location in a newly developed science and technology park, and will become our platform to continue to lead and support our customers in the implementation of key manufacturing technologies. Central to the design of the space will be a state of the art technical center and auditorium equipped with the most modern features to enable customer and team education and development for success. This development further underlines our commitment to our own people, our customers and our market leading builders - Haas and Mori Seiki - in making Ellison Machinery the #1 ‘go to’ for manufacturers in Arizona and Southern Nevada. For more information, call 480.968.5877 or go to www.ellisontechnologies.com.
Ellison Now Distributes 3D Systems – Now you can print out CAD models at your desk-top!
Ellison Machinery Company has become the distributor for 3D Systems Rapid Prototype Machines. This exciting technology enables operators to ‘print out’ physical 3D models from their CAD systems in a variety of materials.
Focusing on the V-Flash and ProJet models (which are desktop rapid prototype machines starting in the $10K range), the machines can produce any part that fits into the 9”x7”x8” build area.
“We are excited to be able to offer this product which compliments our machine tool business and enables customers to physically see and feel their designs, before going into expensive production using machine tools” said Peter Histed, President of Ellison Machinery Company.
Drew DaHarb of 3D Systems said, “Rapid prototyping is gaining huge popularity – so many companies use CAD modeling and want to validate their designs prior to manufacturing. As the metal cutting market leader in Arizona and So. Nevada, Ellison Machinery is the ideal partner. Their market penetration as a leading Haas Factory Outlet means that they can introduce our technology to their dedicated and diverse customer base and provide excellent service and support”
See www.3dsystems.com For more information contact Ellison Machinery on 480.968.5877 or www.ellisonaz.com
Gateway Selects Mori Seiki
Gateway Community College is pleased to announce that it has selected Mori Seiki as its supplier for Fanuc controlled machine tools for its progressive, industry-focused training center. “We wanted to replace one of our two aging Fanuc controlled machines and take the opportunity to move to a “next level” technology” said Dave Zamora, Director of Production & Design Technology at GCC. “We selected the Mori Seiki NL2000SY multi-axis turning center. The machine is equipped with sub-spindle and y-axis live milling that performs as well as a machining center. Several of our client companies have recently implemented this type of machine. It is a great compliment to the nine Haas machines that are installed in our facility”
“We are delighted to support Gateway Community College” said Shuji Yamashita of Mori Seiki. “This is an ideal opportunity to educate users on our key new technologies.”
Peter Histed, President of Ellison Machinery stated “Gateway has a great reputation for training and has the highest level of CAD/CAM support. They are an amazing partner and as leading Haas Technical Education Center (HTEC) they have proven their ability to support local industry – we look forward to holding several seminars and events at Gateway over the next few months.”
Mori Seminar day at Gateway 16th September. For more information contact Ellison Machinery on 480.968.5877 or www.ellisonaz.com
