Laser Manufacturer Purchases Major Distributor of Laser Systems

Plymouth, Mich. – Trotec Laser, Inc. announced today that the company has acquired the assets of major laser distributor Engravers Network. Effective immediately, the acquisition gives the laser manufacturer opportunities to extend its market reach and broaden the services and support for new and existing customers.

Trotec is a leading international provider of advanced, high-speed laser equipment for cutting, engraving and industrial marking. Established in the United States in 2002, the company has grown to almost twenty times its original size during the past decade. Trotec offers a complete range of support—including industry-leading laser systems, an extensive line of laser and engraving materials, and expert support and resources. Businesses who use a Trotec have access to many resources that help them grow business, including an extensive library of online tutorials, guides and application files, expert technical and applications support, and educational workshops held at regional service and support centers located throughout the country.

Located in Arlington, Texas, Engravers Network is a major distributor of lasers and mechanical marking and engraving systems, and also provides accessories and supplies, training, technical support, and used laser and engraving equipment. Since the business was started in 1985,

Engravers Network has demonstrated an unwavering focus and ongoing commitment to customer relationships by offering a broad range of solutions and support.

"We are thrilled about this partnership and the benefits it will provide to customers," says Warren Knipple, President at Trotec Laser, Inc. "Engravers Network brings valuable experience and knowledge to the table that will broaden our resources so we can provide our customers with the highest quality products, and the best technical operational, and applications support."

Knipple says that Engravers Network and Trotec are a great match because the two companies share a common vision and approach: To help customers succeed and grow by offering a complete range of products, services and support.

"Our mission at Trotec has always been to help our customers become more profitable," Knipple explains. "Our approach includes offering a complete spectrum of products, services and support to the laser user community. In the same manner, Engravers Network has spent more than three decades using this approach to build and support its community of laser users."

Trotec plans to maintain the laser distributor's physical locations in Arlington and Houston, Texas, where members of the Engravers Network staff, will continue to support existing and new customers.

"Joining forces with Trotec allows us to add new capabilities and resources that will enhance the service and support we provide to our customers," says Robert Hensley, president and founder of Engravers Network. "We are looking forward to seeing how this will help them grow their businesses and create opportunities for our customers."