I was in Graham last week. I always have wondered what eMag produced!
James
Bill Richman wrote:
>Maybe this has already gone through the list. If not, I thought it
>might be of interest. Seems like the end of an era...
>
>http://www.emaglink.com/Articles/17Dec01.htm
>
>Atlanta (December 17, 2001) - eMag, the last manufacturer of open reel
>(9-track) tape, is announcing its end of life program for users of
>this product. eMag, which has produced open reel (9-track) tape in its
>Graham, Texas facility for over 30 years, has determined that the
>significantly decreased demand for this once dominant magnetic media
>format mandates an organized end of life announcement and program. To
>provide an orderly and seamless transition for users of open reel
>(9-track) tape technology, we have spent over 3 years developing
>alternative solutions that have proven to be both operationally
>efficient and cost effective. For a more detailed description of
>eMag's alternatives please visit 9-track Retirement.
>
>Final Orders
>
>In order to properly prepare for our final build of this product, eMag
>will review and accept final orders for open reel (9-track) tape now,
>and through January 14, 2002.
>
>We will prioritize shipments for firm non-cancelable orders, on a
>first come first served basis, consistent with our existing inventory
>and final manufacturing run and plant capacity. eMag will not
>manufacture new open reel (9-track) tape after these final orders are
>completed. To assist you with your needs and answer any questions,
>eMag has designated experienced program managers in the United States
>and Europe to oversee this end of life program. Please direct all
>orders, and other inquiries to them at:
>
>USA
>Scott Gaylord
>Vice President
>404-995-6022
>sgaylord_at_emaglink.com
> Europe, Middle East and Africa
>Mark Stephens
>Vice President
>44-1495-311000
>mstephens_at_emaglink.co.uk
>
>
>
>About eMag Solutions
>
>eMag Solutions is an international organization, headquartered in
>Atlanta, Georgia. Our European operations are based in Brynmawr, UK,
>and there are more the 200 employees worldwide. Thirty years of
>success working in data center environments has created a team of
>expert and experienced professionals, with unparalleled knowledge of
>data media, its capability, application and potential which has
>allowed us to develop additional strategic relationships to ensure
>that our clients have access to the best data storage solutions
>available.
>
>
>
>
>Bill Richman
>bill_r_at_inetnebr.com
>http://incolor.inetnebr.com/bill_r
>
>Home of Fun with Molten Metal, technological
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Received on Wed Jan 09 2002 - 07:24:24 GMT