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News Release from: Contax
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 31 May 2005
Expanded role for Thornton
Leading production automation system specialist Contax has just appointed Bob Thornton as Director.
Leading production automation system specialist Contax has just appointed Bob Thornton as Director In this capacity, Thornton will be responsible for a variety of sales and marketing functions within the UK marketplace
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 14 Apr 2004 at 8.00am (UK)
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This will include directing the UK sales force and ensuring that they provide their customers with the best possible consultancy, advice and service.
Thornton will also be developing strategic alliances with key multinational customers, addressing their specific needs.
In addition to his sales role, Thornton will be researching new equipment technologies and launching products to new and existing customers.
Initially, this will include reviewing and assessing non-PCB assembly lines and chip-on-board systems.
With more than 18 years experience in the electronics capital equipment market, Thornton is particularly well-equipped to handle this new role.
He previously held the post of UK Sales Manager at Contax and prior to this was located in the USA responsible for sales in North America.
Thornton has held an engineering position at Marconi, having originally trained as a design engineer.
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