Coventry-based Sodi-Tech EDM Ltd (www.sodi-techedm.co.uk) — the sole UK distributor of Sodick linear-motor EDM technology — has announced the appointment of two new directors.

Alan Hodgetts, who has been with the company since 1999, becomes consumables/spares director; Gregg Capp, who joined the company in 2005, has been appointed to the post of logistics director.

Peter Capp Managing Director,said "I can honestly say that the dedicated and unstinting efforts of Chris and Bill have been critical to the success of this company, helping it to grow from its modest beginnings to our current position as market leaders.

"Having been personally involved with the initial sale and on-going support of many of the 1500+ Sodick machines installed over the length and breadth of the country, both Bill and Chris are well known to many in the industry – who will, I am sure, join with me in congratulating them on their well deserved appointments."