Hi-Speed joins the fast-growing YG-1 family

Published
February 26, 2018 - 04:00pm

Jonathan Saada, aerospace veteran and president and founder of Hi-Speed Corp., a top manufacturer’s representative to the aerospace market, announced his decision to represent high-performance tool manufacturer YG-1. According to Saada, the decision was clear after analyzing the performance, breadth and value of the YG-1 product portfolio.

Jonathan Saada, aerospace veteran and president and founder of Hi-Speed Corp.

“Based on the superior equipment they have, their technology, their efficiency in manufacturing and exceptional customer service, YG-1 offers the best choice in performance and value today," he said. "That’s why we decided to be proactive with this decision—for our customers and distributor partners. We have a team of 10 experienced professionals and we are eager to support the existing network of YG-1 distributors with the goal of growing YG-1 sales on the West Coast.”

“We are very excited to welcome Hi-Speed Corporation to the YG-1 family,” said Brian Rabe, CEO of North America for YG-1. “Their expertise and connections in the aerospace industry will create a perfect synergy that will accelerate growth of YG-1 products in the aerospace segment.”

Brian Rabe, CEO of North America for YG-1

Saada added: “We are thrilled to be part of the YG-1 family. I have known Mr. Song, the chairman of YG-1, for 35 years and know that with his focus on aerospace, success will happen quickly. And since Hi-Speed Corporation has become a recognized name in that industry, our immediate goal is to turn YG-1 into the leader in this segment. YG-1 is incredibly agile as a company when it comes to new product development and enhanced customer service. They understand the importance of moving quickly to satisfy the needs of our distributors and end user customers, which is why they are extremely easy to do business with.”

Rabe added: “As a team, YG-1, Hi-Speed and our distribution partners will work together to bring tremendous value to our customers through industry-leading products and exceptional support services. With the shared goal of making YG-1 the first choice in aerospace machining solutions and the world’s leading full-line supplier of cutting tools, this relationship will help us meet our objectives quickly.”

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