3D Systems kauft Laser Reproductions

3D Systems kündigt den Kauf von Laser Reproductions, einem Dienstleister für Additive Fertigung in den US an.

Laser Reproductions ist Anbieter von Dienstleistungen und setzt dabei auf die Produkte von 3D Systems. Dies ist nach dem Kauf von Solid Concepts der nächste Schritt für 3D Systems um den Dienstleistungssektor selber weiter auszubauen.

Die komplette Pressemeldung:

ROCK HILL, South Carolina, August 6, 2014 – 3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced today that it has acquired Laser Reproductions, an expert provider of advanced manufacturing product development and engineering services, further extending its Quickparts operations in the United States. Details of the transaction were not disclosed.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Laser Reproductions brings to 3DS three decades of advanced manufacturing service bureau experience with substantial production capabilities that are rooted in regional infrastructure and supported by long-term, key relationships with regional blue chip companies. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to 3DS’ cash generation and to contribute to its non-GAAP earnings per share within the first 12 months.

“Laser Reproductions has a wealth of experience and bench strength that is highly complementary to our Quickparts offering,” said Ziad Abou, Vice President and General Manager, Quickparts for 3DS. “This acquisition further enhances our on-demand, quick-turn cloud manufacturing services and drives accelerated adoption of our solutions through meaningful new customer relationships. We are delighted to add such powerful regional capabilities to our growing North American footprint.”

“3D Systems is the recognized leader in advanced manufacturing and has an exceptional track record in providing the highest quality parts services globally,” said Paul Bordner, President of Laser Reproductions. “Having relied on 3D Systems’ hardware, software and devices for years, we couldn’t be more excited to join the 3DS team and be in a position to provide unrivaled parts services to our customers long into the future.”

The company welcomes the entire Laser Reproductions team under the continued leadership of Paul Bordner and plans to immediately integrate it into its expanding Quickparts operations.

Forward-Looking Statements

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