Spain-based Lantek, a leading multinational specialist in the digital transformation of the sheet metal and fabrication sector, has announced the appointment of Adam Ball to develop the sales of its manufacturing solutions within the UK.

He has over 20 years’ experience in sheet metal machinery, including laser cutting, waterjet and bending machines, gained in senior roles in service, applications and sales. This in-depth and diverse knowledge of machinery and manufacturing processes will bring a thorough understanding of every aspect of business to Lantek’s clients, providing them with real-world solutions that will reduce costs and increase productivity.

Mr Ball said: “It is an exciting time at Lantek. New software development is continuing at an increasing pace through artificial intelligence, cloud applications, the expansion of the development team and investment from Trumpf. All these factors combine to make a forward-thinking company which will give me the opportunity to offer the industry both step-change and incremental improvements.”

Lantek is a leader in the field of sheet metal software and digital transformation and its software can drive hundreds of different makes and models of cutting and punching machines. It has OEM partnerships with more than 120 machine tool suppliers worldwide enabling it to manage virtually any make or model of machine, helping companies work towards a smart factory whatever their current state of digital readiness.

Adam Ball concluded: “My objective is to build strong relationships with customers so that I can offer advice and the right solution to drive their businesses forward. Lantek is respected throughout the industry for excellence in software and service and I am looking forward to helping customers with systems tailored to their individual requirements.”