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December 10, 2015 | ZukenEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Zuken USA Inc., a leader in electrical and electronic design software, has acquired CAETEK Inc. CAETEK is a software developer and sales partner for electrical design and manufacturing solutions.
The addition of CAETEK will strengthen Zuken USA’s product portfolio and coverage in the electrical design space. CAETEK employees and intellectual property will transition to Zuken USA as part of the acquisition.
Zuken USA’s CEO, Kent McLeroth, commented, “Paul Harvell and the team at CAETEK have developed some fantastic products, including Harness Builder, which expands the scope of E3.series further into the electrical manufacturing realm. Paul is an industry expert and will play a significant role in growing our E3.series business in the Americas. The acquisition of CAETEK brings new products and a wealth of educational content that will benefit our customers. His team will join Zuken USA in a variety of roles and will be a great asset to us.”
Paul Harvell, founder and CEO of CAETEK says, “Kent and I have worked together for years and I have a lot of respect for him. CAETEK has developed some new products and content that are extremely complementary to Zuken’s E3.series product line. Combining our efforts is a win-win for both companies and I look forward to the opportunities ahead of us.”
For more information, see www.zuken.com/e3-series
About Zuken
Zuken is a global provider of leading-edge software and consulting services for electrical and electronic design and manufacturing. Founded in 1976, Zuken has the longest track record of technological innovation and financial stability in the electronic design automation (EDA) software industry. The company’s extensive experience, technological expertise and agility, combine to create world-class software solutions. Zuken’s transparent working practices and integrity in all aspects of business produce long-lasting and successful customer partnerships that make Zuken a reliable long-term business partner.
Zuken is focused on being a long-term innovation and growth partner. The security of choosing Zuken is further reinforced by the company’s people—the foundation of Zuken’s success. Coming from a wide range of industry sectors, specializing in many different disciplines and advanced technologies, Zuken’s people relate to and understand each company’s unique requirements.
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