Benjamin Fisk
Methods Machine Tools, Inc., a supplier of innovative precision machine tools, 3-D printing technology, automation and accessories, has named Benjamin Fisk to the position of General Manager, 3D Additive Manufacturing. Fisk will be heading up Methods 3D, a group comprised of sales, application and engineering staff, to install, manage and maintain 3D Systems' printing equipment, labs and showrooms in Methods Technology Centers across the U.S. Fisk has 15 years of experience in engineering and additive manufacturing.
"Benjamin is an excellent choice to lead our new 3-D business," said Bryon Deysher, President & CEO of Methods Machine Tools, Inc. "His extensive experience in both additive manufacturing and precision metalworking will allow us to establish a strong foothold in the 3-D printing market and give our customers access to the very latest manufacturing technology for today's demanding applications."
Prior to joining Methods, Fisk worked for Pratt & Whitney in East Hartford, CT. He started there in 1998 as a Design Engineer for Systems Engineering and in 2001 he was promoted to Integrated Product Lead for turbine airfoil applications where he developed comprehensive design and development schedules for F135 military engines. In 2011, Fisk took on the role of Technology Manager of Additive Manufacturing, where he led the development and implementation of new additive manufacturing technologies and processes across the company. Since 2013, he served as Deputy Component Integrated Product Lead at Pratt & Whitney, leading the development and certification of low-pressure compressor gas turbine components.
"On October 20th, Methods announced it entered into a partner agreement with 3D Systems, a provider of advanced and comprehensive 3-D digital design and fabrication solutions, including 3-D printers, print materials and cloud-sourced custom parts," said a Methods spokesperson. "The partnership allows Methods to enhance its portfolio of precision machine tools and solutions for traditional manufacturing with advanced 3-D printing solutions for additive manufacturing."
For more information contact:
Methods Machine Tools, Inc.
65 Union Avenue
Sudbury, MA 01776
877-MMT-4CNC (877-668-4262)
www.methodsmachine.com