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3D Systems Acquires Ohio Company to Further Expand Quickparts Network

ROCK HILL, S.C.—3D Systems recently announced that it has acquired Laser Reproductions, a provider of advanced manufacturing product development and engineering services, to further extend its Quickparts operations in the United States.

The acquisition expands the footprint of Quickparts' on-demand manufacturing services platform to drive accelerated adoption of 3D Systems' comprehensive design-to-manufacturing services. It will also provide 3D Systems (www.3dsystems.com) with significant advanced manufacturing service bureau capabilities, know-how, and strong regional customer relationships, according to company representatives.

Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, Laser Reproductions brings to 3D Systems three decades of advanced manufacturing service bureau experience with substantial production capabilities that are rooted in regional infrastructure and supported by long-term, key relationships with regional blue chip companies, according to company representatives.

"Laser Reproductions has a wealth of experience and bench strength that is highly complementary to our Quickparts offering," said Ziad Abou, vice president and general manager, Quickparts for 3D Systems, in a press release. "This acquisition further enhances our on-demand, quick-turn cloud manufacturing services, and drives accelerated adoption of our solutions through meaningful new customer relationships. We are delighted to add such powerful regional capabilities to our growing North American footprint."

"3D Systems is the recognized leader in advanced manufacturing and has an exceptional track record in providing the highest quality parts services globally," said Paul Bordner, president of Laser Reproductions, in a press release. "Having relied on 3D Systems' hardware, software, and devices for years, we couldn't be more excited to join the 3DS team and be in a position to provide unrivaled parts services to our customers long into the future."