Leica Microsystems Introduces New Distribution in Tennessee Through W. Nuhsbaum, Inc.

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Jul 29, 2016, 06:00 ET

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill., July 29, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Leica Microsystems, a technology leader with a 160-year history of providing best-in-class precision microscopy and digital micro-imaging solutions, announces a strategic expansion in its market representation in Tennessee.

W. Nuhsbaum, Inc. of McHenry, Illinois will represent Leica for forensic, industrial quality control and materials science microscopy solutions in the state of Tennessee. Nuhsbaum will continue to represent Leica in Wisconsin, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Illinois, West Virginia, and Western Pennsylvania. They will provide expert applications and technology support with the high level of responsiveness that Leica's valued customers and soon-to-be customers demand.

"We at W. Nuhsbaum, Inc. are excited to provide Leica microscopy and digital imaging solutions to industrial customers in Tennessee. Our salesman, Steve Volz, with 30+ years of experience in microscopy sales, is eager to begin working in the state. We look forward to the opportunity to interact with customers in Tennessee," said Greg Wendt, President of W. Nuhsbaum, Inc.

W. Nuhsbaum, Inc. has been in business for the last 35 years, supporting and distributing for Leica Microsystems in the materials science and life science markets. For additional information, visit www.nuhsbaum.com.

"We look forward to continued success in our close partnership with Nuhsbaum, along with leveraging the vast experience within their organization and long history with Leica. Nuhsbaum will expand our presence in the Tennessee market and allow us to provide an even higher level of service and support to our customers," said Lon Nelson, Director of Sales, Microscopy for Leica Microsystems Inc.

For questions or concerns regarding this transition, please contact Lon Nelson at 224-628-2467 or [email protected].

About W. Nuhsbaum, Inc.
For 35 years, W. Nuhsbaum, Inc. has remained consistent and dedicated to its founding principles of delivering top quality microscope products from Leica Microsystems, as well as other trusted brands, throughout the Midwest. As a result, universities, hospitals, research institutions and industrial clients have chosen W. Nuhsbaum, Inc. for microscopy products and imaging equipment – most of whom remain customers for life because of the unparalleled service and expertise offered by Nuhsbaum's sales and support team.

About Leica Microsystems
Leica Microsystems develops and manufactures microscopes and scientific instruments for the analysis of micro and nanostructures. Ever since the company started as a family business in the nineteenth century, its instruments have been widely recognized for their optical precision and innovative technology. The company is one of the market leaders in compound and stereo microscopy, digital microscopy, confocal laser scanning microscopy with related imaging systems, electron microscopy sample preparation, and surgical microscopes.

Leica Microsystems has seven major manufacturing plants and product development sites around the world. The company is represented in over 100 countries, has sales and service organizations in 20 countries, and an international network of distribution partners. Its headquarters are located in Wetzlar, Germany.

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