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PVA Welcomes ESD-Center as Official Distributor for the Baltics and Norway
October 24, 2023 | PVAEstimated reading time: 1 minute
PVA, a global supplier of automated dispensing and coating equipment, is pleased to announce is pleased to announce its exciting new partnership with ESD-Center. With its strong presence and expertise in the Baltics and Norway, ESD-Center has been appointed as the official distributor for PVA, solidifying a promising alliance in the field of advanced manufacturing solutions.
PVA's flexible and advanced systems for the application of conformal coating and precise dispensing align seamlessly with the objectives and market requirements of ESD-Center. These robust and repeatable systems not only enhance production throughput but also reduce material waste, ultimately leading to cost savings in the manufacturing process.
Stefan Sjökvist, Managing Director of ESD-Center, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "We're delighted and excited to announce our cooperation with PVA. PVA is well-known with a substantial existing installation base in our territory, and we're confident that together, we can achieve even greater heights."
PVA's over 30 years of experience and industry-leading technological advancements, coupled with the presence of a cutting-edge application and tech center in Europe, bring immense value to both ESD-Center and its valued customers. Combined with ESD-Center's established market position, extensive knowledge in conformal coating processes, and a dedicated local field service organization, this partnership is poised to offer an unparalleled conformal coating and dispensing experience within the Baltics and Norway.
This strategic collaboration between PVA and ESD-Center represents a significant step forward in providing high-quality and cost-effective manufacturing solutions to the region, ultimately benefiting a wide range of industries, from electronics to automotive and beyond.
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