In line with increasing business in China, Hypertherm has announced the expansion of its Shanghai office, complemented by the addition of new staff. With a larger presence, the company is confident that it will be able to better support partners and end-users across the country.

Hypertherm China is now situated within a larger compound, and its cutting technology center (CTC) is co-located with the new office. The new CTC is larger than before, and allows channel partners to have the opportunity to perform mechanized and stainless steel cutting, and to run demos on various air plasma systems. Hypertherm also has plans to carry out fiber laser and bevel cutting demonstrations in the near future.

Aaron Zou, Director, Hypertherm China, said, "Hypertherm has always recognized the important role that distributors and OEMs (original equipment manufacturers) play in establishing the large install base we have today. Our expanded CTC area allows us to hold more varied training and demonstration sessions to better equip our partners with the necessary sales techniques and technical skills they need to serve end-users."

As part of Hypertherm's unwavering focus on developing strong customer relations and growth in China, the company appointed more local associates in recent months. The additional staff will allow Hypertherm to effectively cater to the needs of customers, provide even more efficient after-sales support, and establish a stronger presence in the country.

"We are excited about the growth that we are witnessing right now," shared Zou. "With a larger office, a new CTC and the recent hires, Hypertherm will continue to excel in our service to partners and end-users. We look forward to expanding our footprint in the country, and to reaching out to new industries."