BIEVRES, France, June 2, 2014 – GRAITEC, a major software developer and reseller for CAD and structural design solutions for civil engineering and manufacturing has acquired (through its UK subsidiary Adris Ltd.) MicroCAD, a well-established Autodesk CAD solutions provider.
Adris Ltd, already a highly respected Autodesk platinum reseller in the UK supplying design software and services continues to grow its UK base, and through this acquisition aims to perpetuate growth by providing sales, support & consulting services across the whole of the UK via five strategic locations ideally placed to offer the best possible service to its customers nationwide.
MicroCAD Ltd is a full service provider for Autodesk products for the architectural, construction engineering and mechanical industry markets. With nearly 30 years’ experience, MicroCAD has the in depth knowledge to develop tailored solutions and then supply, install, support and provide training and consultancy services to help its customers achieve maximum results.
As a growing company MicroCAD is already an Autodesk gold reseller and from this acquisition all of MicroCAD’s customers will benefit from coming under the Adris umbrella of being a Platinum Autodesk reseller offering the very best service and support globally.
Francis Guillemard, CEO and founder of GRAITEC commented: “The acquisition of MicroCAD will enable Adris to offer a complete, high-end design and CAD solution to its customers across the UK market from four additional UK locations, as well being able to rely on the expertise of Adris Ltd in the construction engineering markets and its successful customer-oriented approach.”
Steve Houlder, managing director of Adris Ltd, stated: “The synergies between the two companies will ensure no matter where the customers location they will never be far away from our five strategic locations, and the high level of customer service will allow for continuity of service. By adding MicroCAD, it affirms our position in the UK as one of the foremost providers of Autodesk software and consultancy. We look forward to welcoming all customers and staff into the fold.”
Neil Wright, sales director of MicroCAD comments: “This is great news for all MicroCAD existing staff and customers. The joining of two of the top UK resellers together will provide an even higher level of service and expertise supporting customers large and small across the whole of the United Kingdom.”
The combined company will have a turnover in excess of £17M with over 70 staff supporting 1000’s of customers across the UK. The companies will continue to trade under their respective brands until the full integration is complete.
For more information email: marketing@adris.co.uk, call 023 8086 8947 or visit their website at http://www.adris.co.uk.
