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AM Companies PrinterPrezz, Vertex Mfg. Now Operating as Zeda, Inc.
PrinterPrezz and its subsidiary, Vertex Mfg., providers of addi- tive manufacturing (AM) and nanotechnology solutions for the medical, defense and aerospace industries, have rebranded and now will operate under the new company name Zeda, Inc. Initially created to address the evolving needs of the orthopedic devices industry, the company has expanded into other highly regulated sectors. It now encompasses 140,000 sq. ft. under-roof through facilities in California, New Jersey, Ohio and Singapore.
“In 2018, we entered a new territory with advanced manufac- turing of medical devices for the global orthopedic market,” explains Zeda CEO Shri Shetty. “By combining advanced manu- facturing processes such as 3D printing with technologies from the semiconductor industry, we are able to customize and reduce the cost of medical devices for the global population. It wasn’t long before we realized that the fusion of these technologies could revolutionize not just healthcare but also spur advance- ments in the defense, semiconductor and aerospace industries.”
The Zeda name reflects the company’s “Z to A” approach, which means starting with the customer in mind and ending with a product, according to company officials.
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The American Welding Society (AWS) has appointed Dennis K. Eck its new president for 2023, having previously served as AWS’ vice president from 2018 to 2022. “Dennis has had a big impact on the growth of AWS,” says Gary Konarska, II, AWS executive director and CEO. “His dedication to AWS, the welding industry and to bridging the generational gap in the skilled trades makes him an excellent role model and president for our organization.” Eck currently is president and owner of Diversified Services & Solutions LLC, serving as a consultant for independent welding supply retailers and small fabrication shops. Previously, he worked as vice president and partner of National Alloy & Equip- ment, Houston, TX, which was sold to Praxair in 2011. He retired from Praxair in 2020.
Amada Press System America has hired Sean Kelly as a mar- keting/sales support person, to take over all aspects of the firm’s marketing efforts, including its MEC wire-forming-machine divi- sion. Kelly will, among other duties, oversee the company’s social-media accounts, marketing documents and website revi- sions, and assist the sales and service departments.
Tower Metalworking Fluids, Chicago, IL, a manufacturer of metalworking fluids, cleaners and rust preventatives, has hired Angela Ferdinardo as social media and brand marketing man- ager; Shawn Simmerman as sales engineer, responsible for servicing and growing business in Nebraska and Iowa; and Isabella Reda as a chemist, to continue the development of new high-performance and environmentally friendly and safe products.
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