UNITED KINGDOM, May 28-Mecmesin, manufacturer of force and torque testing equipment, has opened an international office in Shanghai, China.

Mecmesin Shanghai Pte Ltd has been established to serve this region of rapid industrial and economic growth.

The Shanghai office will provide local sales assistance and technical support for the company’s range of force and torque measurement instruments and systems, used throughout a variety of industries to perform quality control checks on manufacturing production lines.

“We are very happy to be able to serve our customers based in China with a truly local presence,” says Robert Oakley, Mecmesin chairman. “The ability to provide face-to-face support is invaluable in forging close and lasting relationships.”

Mecmesin’s quality testing systems enable the early identification of manufacturing errors to ensure consistent production of items as diverse as clothing, toys, consumer electronics, packaging and medical devices.

“Many major international brands have manufacturing interests in China,” continues Oakley. “With our worldwide group of offices and extensive distribution network, we are able to provide local support on a global platform to best serve such companies.”