Hardinge Inc., a leading provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions, has announced that it has acquired the assets of Jones & Shipman, a UK based manufacturer of grinding and superabrasive machines and machining systems. Jones & Shipman is located in Leicester, UK, and distributes a range of highquality grinding (surface, creep feed and cylindrical)machines used by a diverse range of industries including aerospace, medical,mold tool and die, power generation and high-end automotive. The Jones & Shipman business has operated continuously in the UK, under various owners, since 1899. “This transaction is a solid strategic fit for Hardinge adding valuable product lines, as well as the strong Jones & Shipman brand name, to our grinding portfolio,” said Rick Simons, President and CEO. “Along with expanding our European-based grinding business, Jones & Shipman products will help us expand our US and Asian market presence.” Jones & Shipman has become part of the company’s Kellenberger grinding organization and will continue operations at the current Leicester location. The sales of the Jones & Shipman products in the US will be handled by the current Hardinge Inc. Technical Grinding Sales team along with the existing Jones & Shipman Technical Grinding Sales team. “Hardinge is a strong company with strong brand names of Hardinge, Bridgeport, Kellenberger, Hauser, Tschudin and now adding the Jones & Shipman brand name. This addition continues to show our strength,” said Simons. For more information contact: Hardinge Inc. P. O. Box 1507 Elmira, NY 14902-1507 800-843-8801 info@hardinge.com www.hardinge.com