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MetalForming, Inc. Becomes Exclusive N.A. Distributor for Taiwanese Rollforming Equipment
Wednesday, April 21, 2004
Sen Fung, Taipei, Taiwan, manufacturer of VIPRO (Variable Profile Rollformer) systems, has named MetalForming, Inc., Peachtree City, GA, its exclusive North American distributor. MetalForming will sell three levels of the Sen Fung rollforming machinery—a fixed-base system for single profiles, a rafted system for multiple profiles and double-high systems that enable operators to make two profiles with minimal changeover. Learn more at
www.metalforming-usa.com
Bristol Spring Gains ISO Registration
Wednesday, April 21, 2004
Bristol Spring Mfg. Co., Plainville, CT, has had its quality-management system certified to the quality standards of ISO 9001:2000. The firm manufactures precision custom wire forms, coil springs, torsion and double-torsion springs, fourslide stampings and more. It’s online at
www.bristolspring.com.
The Reserve Group (Spartanburg Steel Products
and six other companies) Buys Superior Fabrication
Tuesday, April 20, 2004
Superior Fabrication, Inc., Kinross, MI, supplier of forklift masts and MIL-spec fabrications, has been purchased by The Reserve Group, Akron, OH. Under new ownership, the firm is expected to grow into other markets and expand its production. The Reserve Group, a diversified management company, operates automotive stamper Spartanburg Steel Products, container manufacturer Spartanburg Stainless Products, deep-draw stamper Scotland Mfg., and four other companies.