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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
ACW Technology Ltd. and Silicon Forest Electronics Inc. form strategic global partnership Vancouver, WA, February 7, 2008 - Silicon Forest Electronics, Inc., a very successful electronic manufacturing services provider in the US, has just extended its global manufacturing reach through a strategic partnership with UK based ACW Technology Ltd (ACW), one of Britain's most successful contract electronics manufacturers. SFE will utilize ACW's Chinese manufacturing services to support the US market while continuing to support US customers with its own engineering, new product introduction and prototyping services. At the same time, the partnership will see SFE becoming a local US based manufacturing and supply arm for ACW's customers needing US fulfillment. Ultimately, the partnership gives ACW and SFE's combined customer base access to global manufacturing and supply across factories in the UK, US and China. Owen Reeves, Managing Director, ACW comments: "Our low-cost Asian manufacturing facility, with full back-up from the facilities and processes available in the US is an enticing offering. In addition, some of our customers who supply globally have a need for US manufacture. This partnership will offer localized product supply combined with excellent support and combined purchasing power; the combination of which will help us maintain and develop relationships with key customers and ensure future growth." "Partnering with ACW gives our customers a low-risk route towards realizing the benefits of low cost, high volume manufacturing in Asia," explains Frank Nichols, CEO of SFE. "US based companies trying to work directly with manufacturers in China typically experience enormous cultural, language and time-zone challenges that involve a significant financial and resource commitment to overcome, which can ultimately negate the positive reasons for off-shoring in the first place. Through SFE's US based interface, we can help bridge these barriers and deliver a service that is experienced and trusted. Furthermore, SFE's close links with ACW can ensure that customers have a seamless manufacturing transfer" With 18 years of expertise in all areas of manufacturing, ACW Technology offers a complete end-to-end service including product manufacturing, global sourcing, logistics and repair. The company occupies more than 150,000 sq. ft of factory space across three manufacturing sites in Southampton (UK), Wales (UK) and Zhuhai (China) all fitted with high-specification PCB assembly machines for lead-free and leaded product supply. ACW has 400 staff and sales of US$92m (£45M). ACW operates a globally integrated manufacturing and IT system throughout its sites ensuring that consistent high-quality standards are met and enabling rapid transfer of manufacturing data. About ACW Technology Ltd About Silicon Forest Electronics Inc. US Press information: Further information: |
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