CONTACT:
Carolyn Manley
(574) 970-9458
cmanley@gemstonemusical.com
Angel and Gemeinhardt Form Alliance
Elkhart, Ind., August 25, 2005 — Angel Industries Company Ltd. and Gemeinhardt Company, LLC have entered into a long-term agreement to collaborate in the development, manufacture, and distribution of high-quality student, intermediate and professional level flutes.
Through this announcement, both companies have agreed to exchange technologies, materials, market expertise, and processes to bring each to a new level of excellence while allowing both to more effectively compete globally.
"This relationship with Angel gives teachers and players access to an excellent quality instrument backed by Gemeinhardt's well-known service and support and strong distribution through dealers worldwide," said Bob McKinley, president and CEO of Gemeinhardt. "We're excited about this partnership, and look forward to a long, mutually beneficial relationship."
Dr. Gerardo Discepolo, executive vice president of marketing and product development added, "Angel has been successfully developing and producing high-quality flutes for discriminating markets in Europe, Japan and the USA for over 30 years. Both companies share a passion for manufacturing instruments with exceptional quality, and Gemeinhardt’s expertise in efficiencies, technology and distribution make the alliance a natural fit."
"We are proud to bring our 30 years of product and quality development experience to this alliance with Gemeinhardt," said Frank Yang, president of Taiwan-based Angel Industries Company Ltd. "The synergy between our operation and our friends in Elkhart combines the strength of technology and craftsmanship, allowing us to more effectively compete in Asia, Europe and the Americas."
Gemeinhardt Company, LLC, founded in 1948, is a leading provider of flutes and piccolos for a wide range of players, from students to professionals. For further information contact Carolyn Manley at (574) 295-5280 ext 141, cmanley@gemeinhardt.com.
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