EMS and API Enter Partnership

Engineering & Manufacturing Services, Inc. (EMS; Tampa, FL), one of the largest single source providers of advanced 3D scanning and 3D printing solutions, and Automated Precision Inc. (API; Rockville, MD), have announced a formal reseller partnership to distribute API’s advanced laser tracker metrology products in the U.S.

“Their laser tracking products and technology are a great addition to our line of 3D scanning products. As an API authorized reseller, we are excited to be able to offer their advanced OmniTrac2 and Radian laser trackers to our customers who require high accuracy, fast and portable 3D measuring solutions for large part inspection, calibration, alignment and reverse engineering needs,” states Mark Kemper, the chief executive officer of EMS.

EMS will begin reselling OmniTrac2 and Radian products and add the OmniTrac2 to its 3D scanning and metrology services capabilities.The only wireless tracker capable of dynamic measurements, OmniTrac2 is a compact, lightweight wireless tracker that measures up to 100 m, while Radian Laser Tracker combines on-board intelligence with durability and accuracy to deliver highly reliable data for inspection, calibration, alignment and assembly applications.

“Partnering with them enables us to efficiently expand our sales and distribution network in the southeastern and midwestern areas through one of the oldest, respected and experienced providers of 3D scanning and inspection solutions in the region,” says Paul Nicholas, the key account manager of API.

Founded in 2001, EMS is a leading single source provider of 3D scanning and 3D printing solutions to customers across a range of industries including aerospace, automotive, military, consumer products, medical and art. With over 15,000 projects completed and hundreds of systems sold, they have the equipment, experience and expertise to help clients streamline product development, inspection and reverse engineering through 3D technology.They are headquartered in Tampa, with regional offices in Detroit and Atlanta.

API is a worldwide leader in metrology. Founded 1987 by Dr. Kam Lau, they develop, design, maintain and sell modern, laser based metrology and sensor systems for applications in manufacturing as well as systems to improve performance of machines and inspection of machine tools.They have branch offices in locations throughout the Americas, Europe and Asia, as well as reseller offices throughout the world.

www.ems-usa.com, www.apisensor.com