Ralf Drews Named Senior Vice President and Managing Director for FARO Europe
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For the last four years, Mr. Drews has been Chief Executive Officer and Regional Manager of the
Mr. Drews started at Draeger as a Design Engineer in 1991. He served in roles of increasing responsibility including Project Manager R&D for Business Unit Protection, Head of International R&D for Business Unit Gas Detection and Head of Global R&D of Draeger Safety.
The owner of 11 international patents, Mr. Drews earned a Masters of Engineering degree from the
A German national, Mr. Drews will be based at FARO's European headquarters in
About FARO
FARO is the world's most trusted source for 3D measurement technology. The Company develops and markets computer-aided measurement and imaging devices and software. Technology from FARO permits high-precision 3D measurement, imaging and comparison of parts and complex structures within production and quality assurance processes. The devices are used for inspecting components and assemblies, production planning, documenting large volume spaces or structures in 3D, surveying and construction, as well as for investigation and reconstruction of accident sites or crime scenes.
Worldwide, approximately 15,000 customers are operating more than 30,000 installations of FARO's systems. The Company's global headquarters is located in
For more information, visit FARO's Web site at: www.faro.com.
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