Pixer expands worldwide sales activities

Pixer Technology Ltd. (Pixer), a provider of laser-based yield enhancement tools for the semiconductor manufacturing industry, announced that Mr. Bill Turnquist has joined the company as corporate VP Sales based in North America. Among other, Turnquist will oversee all sales activities for Pixer's customers worldwide, and is responsible for the initial establishment of Pixer Inc. as a subsidiary of Pixer Ltd., in California's Silicon Valley. This expansion signals the company's increased focus on the North American market.

Prior to joining Pixer, Turnquist has held various senior management positions at KLA-Tencor, Nanometrics, Philips, Asyst and XMR, with a total experience of 25 years in the Semiconductor Equipment industry. Mr. Turnquist holds a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering.

Hagay Sitry, CEO at Pixer, stated, "Opening a subsidiary in California responsible for sales and customer support activities reflects the growing interest in our technology in North America. Turnquist brings along broad experience from various Semiconductor Equipment companies, and is an important addition to our team. We anticipate quick introduction of our systems in North America."

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