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At IBEX Lectra Announces How Leading Boat Manufacturer Achieves High Precision and Flexibility With Lectra's CAD Software and Leading Cutting Solution on the Market, Vector
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ATLANTA, GA -- (Marketwire) -- 10/06/08 -- Lectra, the world leader in integratedtechnology solutions dedicated to soft goods industries, is pleased toannounce their participation at the International Boat Builders' Exhibition& Conference 2008 (IBEX). Held at the Miami Beach Convention Center inMiami, Florida, October 6-8, 2008, IBEX is a trade show dedicatedexclusively to the education and purchasing needs of professional boatbuilders, designers, repairers, surveyors, and boatyard and marinamanagers. Lectra (booth #2041) will demonstrate its latest 3D and 2Dsoftware innovations for the boating industry. Lectra also takes thisopportunity to highlight their customer, Ranger Boats, and how they havechosen Lectra as their exclusive supplier for CAD/CAM technology to makethe highest quality, strongest performing boats on the water. With Lectra'svalue-added solutions, Ranger Boats has seen a 6 month return on investment(ROI).
Companies in the marine market share the same challenges: maximizingmaterial usage and empowering an efficient workforce. Lectra developshighly customized solutions for maintaining quality control at every stage,from 3D design and simulation to manufacturing, with a suite of completematerial spreading and cutting solutions tailored to the needs of eachmarket and industry.
Ranger Boats was using another cutting tool, but replaced that system withLectra's solutions. A major driver in switching to Lectra was its abilityto generate high quality cut parts with a dependable solution. After anextensive evaluation, Ranger Boats selected Lectra's leading cuttingsolution -- the Vector. They felt it was the best solution in the industryand would enable them to produce their high-quality, zero-defect componentswith the lowest total cost of ownership.
According to Mr. Dan Heiskell, Plant Manager at Ranger Boats, "Our boatsare built to excel. From the design to the construction, we pride ourselveson the highest commitment to quality, performance, and innovation. That'swhy we trust Lectra to help us stay profitable in our market and meet ourcustomer demands. After using other industry solutions, it was clear Lectrais the company that allows us to offer our customers the highest valueproducts."
"Lectra is honored to be an important part of Ranger Boats' rich heritage.Their commitment to deliver the strongest product line in the industry leadthem to switch their current solution to Lectra," according to RoyShurling, president of Lectra North America. "We are confident Lectra'ssuperior solutions, innovations, and customer satisfaction will allowRanger Boats to stay on top of this very competitive market."
About Ranger Boats
Ranger Boats, headquartered in Flippin, Ark., is the nation's largestmanufacturer of premium fiberglass fishing boats, including a series ofbass, multi-species, fish 'n play and saltwater boats. Founded in 1968 byForrest L. Wood, Ranger Boats continues its commitment to building thehighest quality, strongest performing boats on the water. For moreinformation on Ranger Boats or to locate your nearest Ranger dealer log onto www.rangerboats.com.
About Lectra
Lectra is the world leader in integrated technology solutions thatautomate, streamline, and accelerate product design, development, andmanufacturing processes for the soft goods industries. Lectra develops themost advanced specialized software and cutting systems and providesassociated services to a broad array of markets including fashion (apparel,accessories, footwear), automotive (car seats and interiors, airbags),aeronautics, marine, and furniture. Lectra serves 20,000 customers in morethan 100 countries with 1,550 employees and $297 million in 2007 revenues.The company is listed on Euronext Paris.
For more information, please visit www.lectra.com.
Contact:Melissa Gassemail: Email Contacttel: 770.422.8050 ext. 182
Ranger Boats was using another cutting tool, but replaced that system withLectra's solutions. A major driver in switching to Lectra was its abilityto generate high quality cut parts with a dependable solution. After anextensive evaluation, Ranger Boats selected Lectra's leading cuttingsolution -- the Vector. They felt it was the best solution in the industryand would enable them to produce their high-quality, zero-defect componentswith the lowest total cost of ownership.
According to Mr. Dan Heiskell, Plant Manager at Ranger Boats, "Our boatsare built to excel. From the design to the construction, we pride ourselveson the highest commitment to quality, performance, and innovation. That'swhy we trust Lectra to help us stay profitable in our market and meet ourcustomer demands. After using other industry solutions, it was clear Lectrais the company that allows us to offer our customers the highest valueproducts."
"Lectra is honored to be an important part of Ranger Boats' rich heritage.Their commitment to deliver the strongest product line in the industry leadthem to switch their current solution to Lectra," according to RoyShurling, president of Lectra North America. "We are confident Lectra'ssuperior solutions, innovations, and customer satisfaction will allowRanger Boats to stay on top of this very competitive market."
About Ranger Boats
Ranger Boats, headquartered in Flippin, Ark., is the nation's largestmanufacturer of premium fiberglass fishing boats, including a series ofbass, multi-species, fish 'n play and saltwater boats. Founded in 1968 byForrest L. Wood, Ranger Boats continues its commitment to building thehighest quality, strongest performing boats on the water. For moreinformation on Ranger Boats or to locate your nearest Ranger dealer log onto www.rangerboats.com.
About Lectra
Lectra is the world leader in integrated technology solutions thatautomate, streamline, and accelerate product design, development, andmanufacturing processes for the soft goods industries. Lectra develops themost advanced specialized software and cutting systems and providesassociated services to a broad array of markets including fashion (apparel,accessories, footwear), automotive (car seats and interiors, airbags),aeronautics, marine, and furniture. Lectra serves 20,000 customers in morethan 100 countries with 1,550 employees and $297 million in 2007 revenues.The company is listed on Euronext Paris.
For more information, please visit www.lectra.com.
Contact:Melissa Gassemail: Email Contacttel: 770.422.8050 ext. 182
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