And, it changed its name to Gerber Technology to better reflect its applications beyond those associated with the apparel marketplace. It acquired Coburn Optical Industries to create Gerber Coburn , the world's leading producer of ophthalmic lens processing equipment and related supplies. In fiscal 1999, GSP merged its manufacturing and technological strengths with the marketing and international sales strengths of Spandex PLC, Bristol, England, to create a new powerhouse to better serve the specialty graphics and sign making markets. The availability, ease of use, high productivity, and low cost of Gerber products made them irresistible nationally and internationally. Now, as the millenium approaches, Gerber Scientific, Inc. has re-invented itself.
Management continues to see the international opportunities for manufacturing automation.
And Gerber Scientific continues to lead the way by supplying tools for mass customization on a global scale. Inc. All rights reserved.