Newark element14 wins elite distribution award from Carlo Gavazzi Automation Components

CHICAGO, Aug. 16, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Newark element14, the leading distributor of electronic components and engineering solutions in the Americas and a business of Premier Farnell (LSE:pfl), announced today that it was honored with the Carlo Gavazzi Distribution Award for achieving outstanding sales growth during its last fiscal year.

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Carlo Gavazzi Automation Components specializes in the design, manufacture and marketing of electronic components typically used for industrial automation applications found in the packaging, food and beverage, plastics, materials handling, elevator and semiconductor industries, as well as the burgeoning energy and renewable energy markets.

"During our '11/12 fiscal year, Newark element 14 increased business by double digits year over year, which is quite a feat in today's tumultuous economic times," commented Jon Bach, V.P. of Marketing, Carlo Gavazzi. "This success is clearly the result of our companies sharing mutual growth objectives, and reaffirms our dedication and promotional efforts in providing innovative products and solutions for our mutual customer base."

The Carlo Gavazzi line of relays, sensors, limit switches, contactors, current/voltage/3-phase monitoring devices, panel meters, energy meters and DIN-rail power supplies is available for same-day shipping at http://www.newark.com/carlo-gavazzi

About Newark element14
Newark element14 is a high-service distributor of technology products and engineering solutions for electronic system design, maintenance and repair. Bringing together the latest products, services, and development software, all connected to an innovative online engineering community where purchasers and engineers can access peers and experts, a wide range of independent technical information and helpful tools. Whether researching a new technology, designing an electronic product, or looking for parts to repair an existing system, Newark element14 is the trusted source to find the answers and parts they need to keep projects on the fast track, right from the start. Newark element14 is the operating business of Premier Farnell plc (LSE:pfl) in North America and Mexico.

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