kSARIA Selects TeraComm as Eastern US Representative
WILMINGTON, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–June 9, 2003–kSARIA, the first and only fully automated, on-demand manufacturer of custom optical fiber pigtails and assemblies, today announced that it has selected TeraComm, LLC as its exclusive Manufacturer’s Representative in the eastern region of the United States for its optical fiber assemblies. kSARIA selected TeraComm because of their proven track record for unsurpassed customer service and ability to work closely on custom products with their suppliers. TeraComm has successfully demonstrated they deliver on their mission statement by being a leading value-added team member through partnering with their customers and principals. Founded in 1999, TeraComm has developed an impressive customer base that perfectly matches kSARIA’s target market.
“kSARIA is a great addition to our product lineup,” states Michael Carr, General Manager of TeraComm. “Even in these challenging times – in the optical communication marketplace – kSARIA’s automated process for producing quality custom fiber pigtails and assemblies has allowed them to add value to our customer’s supply chain.”
“Optical product manufacturers in North America are rapidly changing their business model. With this change, kSARIA must establish itself early as the outsourcing partner of choice for optical fiber pigtails and assemblies,” responds Richard Parker, kSARIA’s VP of Sales. “We chose TeraComm because of their depth of optical component industry knowledge and their ability to immediately address our markets.”
“With the growing emphasis on price reduction in optical devices and assemblies, manufacturers are looking to squeeze cost out of every aspect of their production,” replies Michael Carr. “In some cases, the fiber connection is a dominant contributor to the component’s cost structure. KSARIA’s automation advantage helps customers reduce these costs and improve their quality at the same time. This combined with kSARIA’s responsiveness and can-do partnership philosophy has enabled us to expand our business and assist our customers.”
About kSARIA
kSARIA is the only on-demand manufacturer of custom optical fiber pigtails and assemblies. kSARIA produces these advanced optical fiber assemblies using internally developed, patented end-to-end in-line automation. Sophisticated tooling and one-up manufacturing processes enables both high-volume and high-mix/low-volume products (pigtails, fiber stubs, patch cords, connectorization, military, aerospace, industrial & medical optical fiber sub-assemblies) delivered at compelling prices far below established price points. With automation quality meeting or exceeding industry standards and ultra-fast 48-hour turnaround, kSARIA’s unique breakthrough automation technology enables customers to get “off-shore pricing with domestic convenience” on their custom designs.
About TeraComm, LLC
A leading value-added provider of timely, state-of-the-art optical components and test solutions, TeraComm was founded in 1999 and specializes in the distribution of optical components and modules, optical sub-assemblies and optical test equipment. Representing more than 80 years of optical component experience, they currently have 5 sales offices covering the east coast and southeast regions providing a concentrated focus on the optical communications marketplace.
The Eastern Regional territory encompassed by the agreement with kSARIA includes the Northeastern and Southeastern US (CT, MA, ME, NH, NY, RI, VT, NC, SC, GA, FL, TN, MS and AL). They can be contacted at:
Michael Carr
General Manager
TeraComm, LLC
800 Village Walk #296
Guilford, CT 06437
Main: 203.245.0237
Toll Free: 877.900.TERA
Fax: 203.286.1535
sales@teracomm.com
www.teracomm.com