Several products are being demonstrated for the first time in North America

May 8–10, 2007, Miami Beach Convention Center, Booth 914

Connecticut, USA –  During SPESA Expo 2007 to be held May 8-10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center in Miami Beach, Fla., Gerber Technology will feature its entire suite of automation solutions. A number of new products will be demonstrated for the first time in North America and additional products will be introduced at the show. Gerber’s booth will be a reflection of its theme: “Tomorrow’s vision. Today’s reality.” which underscores the company’s visionary approach to providing technologies for the various sectors of the flexible materials and sewn products industries that not only meet the needs of companies today but also address future requirements as well.

PRODUCTS TO BE FEATURED AT SPESA EXPO 2007

At SPESA Expo 2007, Gerber will feature its newest additions to the GERBERsuite® product line for the apparel and other sewn products industries including:

Fashion Lifecycle Management™ (FLM™) is a new Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution from Gerber designed to meet the specific needs of the fashion market. Fashion Lifecycle Management™ combines an enterprise-wide, collaborative workflow engine with Gerber’s WebPDM, the most feature-rich PDM solution. The workflow engine is fully integrated with WebPDM to enable global, real-time visibility and control over the entire product development and lifecycle management process.

AccuNest is Gerber’s high performance automatic marking software. AccuNest utilizes state of the art algorithms to deliver the best fabric yields in the industry today. Users report that AccuNest makes markers faster and better than their manual marker makers.   

The Infinity series of wide-format high-performance inkjet plotter provides unparalleled reliability, versatility, and ease of operation. Gerber’s Infinity 85 is ideal for continuous plot throughput in an ultra-wide format, offering faster plotting than the previous models and providing the ability to remotely monitor ink and paper levels. The Infinity 85 features a new 350 ml bulk ink supply which will save an estimated 15% on ink costs and decrease down time due to ink out. Like its predecessor, this compact, upright plotter is quiet, easy to install and requires minimal floor space.

The GERBERcutter XLc7000 is the ideal automated system for manufacturers who want to automate their production and are looking for value-priced solutions that offer exceptional reliability and performance. It offers low cost of ownership, superb accuracy and exceptional ease of use. The XLc7000 cuts a variety of materials up to 2.0 m (79 in) wide at compressed material heights up to 7.5 cm (2.95 in). 

The new high-quality, high-performance automated GERBERspreader XLs50 is specially designed for the apparel industry. It is capable of spreading woven or knit materials from either rolls or flat-folded packs. The GERBERspreader XLs50 provides accurate and consistent spread length and alignment of fabric edges which enables parts to be nested closer to the beginning, end, and edges of the spread, eliminating end loss and optimizing material utilization. It also features an ergonomic design for easy material loading and unloading and an easy-to-learn graphical user interface.

Gerber ‘s Taurus X Series leather cutter with Pivex™ technology cuts automotive interior parts from leather faster and more accurately than any other automated cutting solution on the market. The Pivex knife eliminates over cuts and heel cuts on most parts to deliver the best quality available from an automated cutting system. The high-speed reciprocating action of the Pivex knife, in conjunction with the high friction table surface, minimizes hide movement, ensures precisely cut parts and enables users to cut custom notch shapes including many internal and external notches without sacrificing cutting speed or quality.

In addition to these exciting new products, Gerber will also showcase other GERBERsuite offerings.  New product announcements will also be made during the coming weeks.

COMMITMENT TO CUSTOMER SERVICE

As part of its ongoing commitment to customer service, GERBERservice manages seven customer solutions centers serving six continents. Each center is staffed by individuals who speak the local language and understand the local challenges. The GERBERservice organization worldwide now totals more than 500 technicians, applications specialists and call center caregivers. This organization is supplemented by over 250 service specialists employed by Gerber Technology’s agents and distributors. GERBERservice supports more than 17,500 customers in 125 countries. GERBERnet includes software updates, online parts ordering, technical information and previously-owned equipment on auction. Access to GERBERnet is provided via www.gerbertechnology.com.

GERBER TO PARTICIPATE IN “THE COOL ZONE”

Gerber Technology will also be present in “The Cool Zone”, Pavilion 670 at SPESA Expo.  Created by TC2, The Cool Zone will introduce a totally new set of alternatives to produce apparel products to meet the “on-demand era” that’s becoming a reality today. SPESA Expo attendees in Miami May 8-10 will be able to learn how by following a high-fashion t-shirt being designed, printed, cut and sewn, all while visiting The Cool Zone. Gerber Technology will supply a GERBERcutter DCS3500 with camera option to be used in the production of nano-colorant t-shirts right on the show floor. In addition, Gerber’s AccuMark V-Stitcher 3D pattern visualization software will be demonstrated in the Merchandising area of The Cool Zone.