SMW-Autoblok Corporation, a leading manufacturer of workholding solutions, has announced the appointment of Gary Downs to the position of President. Downs has worked for SMW Autoblok for 15 years, most recently as Vice President of Sales. “Gary Downs has been a keymember of the SMWAutoblok organization for the past 15 years, and we are thrilled to promote him to the position of President,” said Walter Bronzino, President of the SMWAutoblok Group. “His intimate knowledge of our products and organization and over 30 years of experience in themachine tool industry will help to fuel SMW Autoblok’s continued growth in North America.” For more information contact: Gary Downs, President SMW-Autoblok Corporation 285 Egidi Drive Wheeling, IL 60090 847-215-0591 gdowns@SMWautoblok.com www.SMWautoblok.com