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Manufacturer of Lighting Products Opens Plant in China

March 18, 2011

Facility 'represents our full commitment to international expansion.'

Amerlux LLC, a Fairfield, N.J.-based manufacturer of architectural-grade lighting products, recently celebrated the grand opening of Guangzhou Amerlux Lighting Solutions Co. Ltd., its new facility in China.

The company also opened a sales office in Hong Kong.

"The opening of Guangzhou Amerlux Lighting Solutions Co. Ltd. heralds a new chapter in our history of success," said Frank Diassi, chairman and founder of Amerlux. "It represents our full commitment to international expansion and to enhancing Amerlux's service to worldwide customers. As global markets continue to open up, our company is strategically positioned to grow exponentially throughout the Far East and all over the world."

Amerlux marked the occasion with an elaborate traditional Chinese ceremony on Feb. 15.

"Amerlux is now completely equipped to supply its customer base anywhere in the world," said Joe Manning, vice president of product development.

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Josh Cable | Former Senior Editor

Former Senior Editor Josh Cable covered innovation issues -- including trends and best practices in R&D, process improvement and product development. He also reported on the best practices of the most successful companies and executives in the world of transportation manufacturing, which encompasses the aerospace, automotive, rail and shipbuilding sectors.

Josh also led the IndustryWeek Manufacturing Hall of Fame, IW’s annual tribute to the most influential executives and thought leaders in U.S. manufacturing history.

Before joining IndustryWeek, Josh was the editor-in-chief of Penton Media’s Government Product News and Government Procurement. He also was an award-winning beat reporter for several small newspapers in Northeast Ohio.

Josh received his BFA in creative writing from Bowling Green University, and continued his professional development through course-work at Ohio University and Cuyahoga Community College.

A lifelong resident of the Buckeye State, Josh currently lives in the Tremont neighborhood of Cleveland. When the weather cooperates, you’ll find him riding his bike to work, exercising his green thumb in the backyard or playing ultimate Frisbee.